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1 spring respite and summer camp Respite weekends, residential and day camps register today 2016 Easter Seals Western and Central Pennsylvania eastersealswcpenna.org

2 Easter Seals Western and Central Pennsylvania James G. Bennett, President & CEO Matthew B. Ernst; CTRS, Director of Therapeutic Recreation Shane Gemmill, TR Program Specialist - Camps Elizabeth Bunting; CTRS,TR Program Specialist - Camps Joshua Wolfe, TR Program Specialist Easter Seals camping programs As a good friend once put it camp is the jewel of summer and we at Easter Seals truly believe that. We want to offer camp programs that give our campers and their families precious moments of independence, exploration, respite and fun. Exciting and carefully planned activities present campers with opportunities to try new activities, to build on skills they have already developed and to foster new friendships in a supportive and cooperative setting. Our camp staff have been carefully selected and trained to provide the best quality of care for your camper. Camp is a place where you can step outside your everyday lives and discover who you can be. In addition to all the benefits for our campers, camp is a wonderful opportunity for respite for all of the parents/caregivers. Let us make camp a place that you and your campers look forward to every year. Be a part of something special and join us for a summer of great memories! Mission statement Easter Seals provides exceptional services to ensure that all people with disabilities have equal opportunity to live, learn, work and play. 1

Sponsors Easter Seals Camp Programs for 2016 are sponsored in part by generous contributions from The Hershey Company, PSECU, Friendly s, Capital Blue Cross, and Baltimore Life.

3 Sponsors Easter Seals Camp Programs for 2016 are sponsored in part by generous contributions from The Hershey Company, PSECU, Friendly s, Capital Blue Cross, and Baltimore Life. Capital BlueCross is an Independent Licensee of the BlueCross BlueShield Association Where to find it Club Lily Camp AMP Camp AMP Mini Session About Day Camp York County Day Camp Cumberland County Day Camp Adams County Day Camp Club Lily Adult Respite Weekend Project Beacon - Military Respite Weekend Registration Information Pre-Registration Form Program Selections Fees for each program must be paid upon the start unless prior arrangements have been made with Easter Seals. We understand that if another agency is paying for camp, they might not remit payment until after the camp is complete. If this is the case we ask that you verify with a case manager or the payer source that the funds are available. If you attend camp and you do not have sufficient funds you will be personally responsible for the camp fees. Please see our Camp Policies for our complete payment policy. 2

Club lily adults ages 18 & up Club Lily is an awesome camp experience for adults 18 and up with any disability.

Our creative and diverse programming, designed to incorporate all campers no matter the age or disability, includes the climbing wall, zip line, boating, fishing, arts and crafts, games, sports, pool

At Club Lily we encourage our campers to try new activities and challenge themselves. We hope to see you at camp this year! Our Club Lily camp is for adults of all functioning levels.

4 Club lily adults ages 18 & up Club Lily is an awesome camp experience for adults 18 and up with any disability. Our goal during camp is offer our campers a variety of experiences that will foster independence, allow adventure and enhance socialization all while having fun! Our creative and diverse programming, designed to incorporate all campers no matter the age or disability, includes the climbing wall, zip line, boating, fishing, arts and crafts, games, sports, pool time, camp fires, special evening activities and more. Our trained and experienced counselors work with campers to promote skill-building, teamwork, friendship and fun. At Club Lily we encourage our campers to try new activities and challenge themselves. We hope to see you at camp this year! Our Club Lily camp is for adults of all functioning levels. We staff the camp at a 1:3, counselor to camper ratio. There will be a certified/licensed Health Staff at camp to assist with medication administration and basic health concerns. Our exceptional staff goes through trainings and is dedicated to providing the best care possible for all of our campers. In order to maintain the highest quality of care with our ratio we ask that campers needing one-on-one behavioral support as well as those with fragile medical conditions bring a non-parent support person, over the age Dates: June 5-9, 2016 August 21-25, 2016 Cost: $ per camp ($100 non-refundable deposit due with registration) Location: Camp Victory - Millville, PA (Columbia Co.) Camp Victory is a fully accessible camp that offers us the opportunity to enjoy nature and exciting programming that can accommodate everyone. of 18, to camp with them (we handle these circumstances on a case-by-case basis and ask that you contact us if you feel that your camper may fall into this category). 3

Camp amp Children ages 7-17 Camp Amp is a co-ed overnight camp for children 7-17 with any disability. It is a week of fun and excitement that is sure to amp up your summer!

All of these give campers endless opportunities to experience increased independence, enhanced self-esteem, as well as the ability to work in a group setting and the development of new interests and

5 Camp amp Children ages 7-17 Camp Amp is a co-ed overnight camp for children 7-17 with any disability. It is a week of fun and excitement that is sure to amp up your summer! Activities during the week include camp fires, arts and crafts, swimming, group games, a climbing tower, canoeing, the giant swing, special evening activities and so much more. All of these give campers endless opportunities to experience increased independence, enhanced self-esteem, as well as the ability to work in a group setting and the development of new interests and friendships. However, the main goal of Camp Amp is fun. We want every camper to have a great week of camp and leave with lasting memories of the wonderful time they had. Be sure to check out this year s camp! Location: Camp Joy El Greencastle, PA (Franklin Co.) Dates: July 31- August 5, 2016 Cost: $ ($100 non-refundable deposit due with registration) Our Camp Amp program is for children of all functioning levels. We staff the camp at a 1:3, counselor to camper ratio. There will be a certified/licensed Health Staff at camp to assist with medication administration and basic health concerns. Our exceptional staff goes through trainings and is dedicated to providing the best care possible for all of our campers. In order to maintain the highest quality of care with our ratio we ask that campers needing one-on-one behavioral support as well as those with fragile medical conditions bring a non-parent support person, over the age of 18, to camp with them (we handle these circumstances on a case-by-case basis and ask that you contact us if you feel that your camper may fall into this category). 4

Camp amp Mini Session Children ages 7-17 Camp Amp is a co-ed overnight camp for children 7-17 with any disability. It is a 3 day adventure that is sure to amp up your summer!

6 Camp amp Mini Session Children ages 7-17 Camp Amp is a co-ed overnight camp for children 7-17 with any disability. It is a 3 day adventure that is sure to amp up your summer! We will be doing many fun activities over those days including camp fires, arts and crafts, group games, a climbing tower, hiking, special evening activities and so much more. All of these give campers endless opportunities to experience increased independence, enhanced self-esteem, as well as the ability to work in a group setting and the development of new interests and friendships. However, the main goal of Camp Amp is fun. We want every camper to have a great time at camp and leave with lasting memories of the wonderful time they had. Be sure to check out this year s camp! Our Camp Amp program is for children of all functioning levels. We staff the camp at a 1:3, counselor to camper ratio. There will be a certified/licensed Health Staff at camp to assist with medication administration and basic health concerns. Our exceptional staff goes through trainings and is dedicated to providing the best care possible for all of our campers. In order to maintain the highest quality of care with our Location: Camp Swatara Bethel, PA (Berks Co.) Dates: June 24-26, 2016 Cost: $ ($100 non-refundable deposit due with registration) ratio we ask that campers needing one-on-one behavioral support as well as those with fragile medical conditions bring a non-parent support person, over the age of 18, to camp with them (we handle these circumstances on a case-by-case basis and ask that you contact us if you feel that your camper may fall into this category). 5

about day camps Easter Seals Day Camps offer opportunities for quality care and great adventure wrapped into

Our day campers experience a wide variety of activities from crafts and sports to special events and group

Our low counselor to camper ratios ensure that there will be trained counselors engaging your camper and

Day camp families provide their own transportation to and from camp everyday, and campers bring a packed

7 about day camps Easter Seals Day Camps offer opportunities for quality care and great adventure wrapped into one exciting program. Day campers attend their camp for 6 to 7 hours a day of jam-packed excitement. Our day campers experience a wide variety of activities from crafts and sports to special events and group projects. Our low counselor to camper ratios ensure that there will be trained counselors engaging your camper and offering them support and encouragement throughout the entire day. Day camp families provide their own transportation to and from camp everyday, and campers bring a packed lunch with them. Snacks, program supplies and equipment are provided. Please be sure to look at the details for each camp because times, ages, and days differ for each camp. Day campers may register for any number of sessions with a non-refundable deposit per week. 6

york county day camp ages 5-22 Our 6 week, York County day camp, specifically designed for those with disabilities, is set to be both fun and educational for all who participate!

8 york county day camp ages 5-22 Our 6 week, York County day camp, specifically designed for those with disabilities, is set to be both fun and educational for all who participate! Each day of camp will operate from 8:30am 3:30pm at the Church of the Open Door. Campers will learn and participate within a setting that includes challenges, outdoor fun and building social relationships. Themed days/weeks include activities that will engage campers of all levels such as arts and crafts, group games, sensory activities, snack time, water play days, field trips and special guests. There will be up to 40 registrations accepted for each week of camp. With Easter Seals long history of quality programming, please be sure to register early to guarantee your spot. Please note that campers are expected to be able to follow verbal cues and directions. Campers needing one-on-one behavioral support as well as those that may have a fragile medical condition will be required to have a non parental support person, over the age of 18, at each day of camp. Easter Seals provides an overall staff to camper ratio of 1:4. Location: West York Church of the Open Door Dates: Mondays-Fridays, June 20-24, June 27-July 1, July 5-8, July and July 25- July 29 and August 1-5, 2016 Cost: $ per week ($100 non-refundable deposit due with registration) 7

Cumberland County Day Camp ages 5-22 Our 4 week, Cumberland County day camp, specifically designed for those with disabilities, is set to be both fun and educational for all who participate!

9 Cumberland County Day Camp ages 5-22 Our 4 week, Cumberland County day camp, specifically designed for those with disabilities, is set to be both fun and educational for all who participate! Each day of camp will operate from 9:00am 3:00pm at the Lower Allen Township Community Park (the Barn ). Campers will learn and participate within a setting that includes challenges, outdoor fun and building social relationships. Themed days/weeks include activities that will engage campers of all levels such as arts and crafts, group games, sensory activities, snack time, water play days and special guests. There will be 20 registrations accepted for each week. Please be sure to register early to guarantee your spot. Please note that campers are expected to be able to follow verbal cues and directions. Campers needing one-on-one behavioral support as well as those that may have a fragile medical condition will be required to have a non parental support person, over the age of 18, at each day of camp. Easter Seals provides an overall staff to camper ratio of 1:4 Location: Mechanicsburg - Lower Allen Community Park Dates: July 18-22, July 25-28, August 1-5, and August 8-12, 2016 Cost: $ per week ($100 per week non-refundable deposit due per week with registration) - Week #2 has a reduced cost of $265 as Friday is unavailable for camp 8

Adams County Day Camp ages 5-22 Our 2 week, Adams County day camp, specifically designed for those with disabilities, is set to be both fun and

Campers will participate in a setting that includes challenges, outdoor fun, and building social relationships.

water play, and special guests. There will be 15 registrations accepted for each week. Please be sure to register early to guarantee your spot.

Campers needing one-on-one behavioral support as well as those that may have a fragile medical condition will be required to have a non parental

10 Adams County Day Camp ages 5-22 Our 2 week, Adams County day camp, specifically designed for those with disabilities, is set to be both fun and educational for those who participate. Each day of camp will operate from 9:00am-3:00pm at the YWCA Gettysburg and Adams County. Campers will participate in a setting that includes challenges, outdoor fun, and building social relationships. Themed days/weeks include activities that will engage campers of all levels such as arts and crafts, group games, sensory activities, snack time, water play, and special guests. There will be 15 registrations accepted for each week. Please be sure to register early to guarantee your spot. Please note that campers are expected to be able to follow verbal cues and directions. Campers needing one-on-one behavioral support as well as those that may have a fragile medical condition will be required to have a non parental support person, over the age of 18, at each day of camp. Easter Seals provides an overall staff to camper ratio of 1:4. Location: Gettysburg - YWCA Gettysburg and Adams County Dates: July 25-29, August 1-5, 2016 Cost: $ per week ($100 non-refundable deposit due per week with registration) 9

Club lily adult respite weekend Ages 18-101 Join us for a Club Lily Retreat Weekend! It is a great way to take a break from your everyday activities and enjoy nature, games, friends and fun!

11 Club lily adult respite weekend Ages Join us for a Club Lily Retreat Weekend! It is a great way to take a break from your everyday activities and enjoy nature, games, friends and fun! Activities include arts and crafts, group games, archery, adventure activities, campfires and more! The first weekend will be held at Camp Victory. It is a fully accessible camp that offers us the opportunity to enjoy nature and exciting program that can accommodate everyone. The second weekend will be held at Camp Joy El, which a beautiful 19 acre camp with an indoor gym, game room, open fields and mini-golf. Our weekend retreat is for adults of all functioning levels. We staff the weekend at a 1:3, counselor to camper ratio. There will be a certified/licensed Health Staff at camp to assist with medication administration and basic health concerns. Our exceptional staff goes through trainings and is dedicated to providing the best care possible for all of our campers. In order to maintain the highest quality of care with our ratio we ask that campers needing one-on-one behavioral support as well as those with fragile medical conditions bring a non-parent support person, over the age of 18, to camp with them (we handle these circumstances on a case-by-case basis and ask that you contact us if you feel that your camper may fall into this category). Location: Weekend 1: Camp Victory (Millville, PA - Columbia County) Weekend 2: Camp Joy El (Greencastle, PA - Franklin County) Dates: Weekend 1: Friday, April 15 (6:00pm) - Sunday, April 17 (1:00pm) Weekend 2: Friday, May 13 (6:00pm) - Sunday, May 15 (1:00pm) Cost: $330 per weekend (Includes snack on Friday, 3 meals on Saturday & breakfast and lunch on Sunday) 10

Project Beacon - Military respite weekend Ages 5-17 This weekend, subsidized by in part by Highmark and the PA National Guard, is specifically for

The camp is an opportunity for Easter Seals to serve our military families and it s a great chance for the kids to get away and enjoy some time at

12 Project Beacon - Military respite weekend Ages 5-17 This weekend, subsidized by in part by Highmark and the PA National Guard, is specifically for the children (with and without special needs) of active military members and veterans. The camp is an opportunity for Easter Seals to serve our military families and it s a great chance for the kids to get away and enjoy some time at camp. We will be playing games, doing arts and crafts, trying out the climbing wall and zip line, eating s mores and so much more! Join us for one of these fun weekends! Location: East - Camp Victory (Millville, PA - Columbia County) West - Camp Soles (Rockwood, PA - Somerset County) Dates: East - Friday, April 8 (6:00pm) - Sunday, April 10 (1:00pm) West - Friday, May 6 (6:00pm) - Sunday, May 8 (1:00pm) Cost: $0 (Includes snack on Friday, 3 meals on Saturday & breakfast and lunch on Sunday) 11

13 registration information Easter Seals is dedicated to providing programs of the highest possible quality. Our staff are trained in child development, behavior management, camp programming, CPR and first-aid among many other topics. Our facilities have been chosen based on safety, accessibility and cost as well as convenience for our campers and families. We make every effort to accommodate our campers and each of their individual needs. If you have questions about our programs and policies, please contact: Matt Ernst, Director of Therapeutic Recreation at Scholarships: Easter Seals is dedicated to the policy that no camper will ever be denied participation in a program for lack of their ability to pay. For more information, or to request an application for financial aid, please contact our office. 12

14 pre-registration form This pre-registration form is for basic information to register your campers for their preferred sessions. Once a camper has registered (with the completed form and deposit received), you will receive a confirmation and a much more in-depth registration packet. This packet will include health forms, media releases, activity information, directions to camp and a list of what to pack. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at PLEASE PRINT: First and Last Name Sex: M F Height Weight T-Shirt Size: Child: S M Adult: S M L XL 2X 3X Address City State Zip Age Disability Home Phone Cell Phone Address Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Name(s) Parent/Guardian Signature I understand that my signature here gives permission for my child to attend camp. I further understand that the deposit(s) is non-refundable and completion of the entire registration packet, sent with my confirmation and payment in full are required for participation in camp programs. 13

15 program selections CAMP COST Residential Camps Club Lily: June 5-9 $750 Club Lily: August $750 Camp Amp Mini Session: June $399 Camp Amp: July 31-August 5 $750 Day Camps Cumberland Co. Day Camp $330 per week Dates: Total Weeks: Week #2 - $265 York Day Camp Dates: Total Weeks: Adams Co. Day Camp Dates: Total Weeks: $330 per week $200 per week Respite Weekends Club Lily Adult Respite: April $330 Club Lily Adult Respite: May $330 Project Beacon: East - April 8-10 $0 Project Beacon: West - May 6-8 $0 DEPOSITS ARE NON REFUNDABLE Cash/Money Order Credit Card # Check Credit Card (see below) Other VISA MASTERCARD AMEX DISCOVER Expiration Date: / Security Code Name on Card: Amount to be Charged: Authorized Signature: Please return the registration form with payment to: Easter Seals Western and Central Pennsylvania, 2550 Kingston Rd. Suite 219, York, PA

16 Return Service Requested Easter Seals Western and Central Pennsylvania 2550 Kingston Rd. Suite 219 York, PA, Non-Profit Org. U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit No. 792 York, PA, 17792

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