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Camp Info 2019DAY CAMPSCity of Hamilton Registration: Opens February 6 2019 Ages: Camp Kidaca: 4-11 years, Camp Kidaca Youth: 5-15 years(Creative Energy $205, Ultimate sports $149, Cooking $205 @ Westmount only) Teen Connections: 16-21 years (Westmount only)Locations: Across HamiltonCost: $ 149/week (5 day week) $119.20 (4 day week) unless otherwise stated above 1:1 support available (2 weeks max or provide your own) Contact: 905-546-2424 ext.6475 Cheryl Hurst Cheryl.hurst@hamilton.caFinancial assistance available: Yes No for those who qualify through the recreation fee assistance program (905) 546-2424 ext. 4569 or at your local recreation center hamilton.ca/parks-recreation/recreation/camp-kidacaCamp Marydale and Urban Hoops Camp FULL for 2019, Waitlist availableAges: 6- and upLocation: MARYDALE PARK, Mt. HopeCost: $160 - $200 per week,* New Wilderness camp for individuals with a disability 12 and up, cost $200 per week * before and after care for $10. (7:30 drop off 5:30 pick up available) Contact for more information: (905) 528-0011 ext. 36021-1support available 3 week max Financial assistance available: Yes No cyo.on.ca/campmarydaleHamilton /Burlington YMCA Ages: 4-13 years Locations: in Hamilton, Burlington and BrantfordCost: $350 per week Helping Hands Program (Additional $55 for 1:1 on Bus)Contact: Christine Wood, Manager Inclusion Services for Children (905) 317- 4907 christina.wood@ymcahbb.caMust provide own 1-1 if requiredFinancial assistance available: Yes No ymcahbb.ca/Programs/Categories/Camps/Day-CampsHamilton YWCA Ages: 5-12years (Kinder: 4-6, Active: 6-12, GirlSpace: 8-12)Locations: Ottawa Street , MacNab Street and Dunnville YWCA’sCost: Kinder: $35/day, $160/week, Active: $30/day, $140/week, Girls: $33/day, $160/week Additional $42 for day trips and additional $8/day for extended careContact: Lisa Pilon at (905) 522-9922, press 8 ext. 21. Register: (905) 522-9922 ext. 133Must provide own 1-1 if requiredFinancial assistance available: Yes No East Hamilton Kiwanis Boys and Girls Club Registration: March 12, 2019Ages: Learning & Discovery Camp (6-15 years), Preschool Camp (3-5 years)Locations: 45 Ellis Ave. Hamilton, ONCost: $65 per week, Additional $10 per week per child for extended careContact: Heather Steeves 905-549-2814 x227 heather@Financial assistance available: Yes No Must provide own 1-1 if required, extended care availableMcMaster Camps Registration: Feb. 25th, 2019 (early Feb. for 1:1 Support)Ages: Sport Fitness School (6-14 years) and ParaSport Fitness School (10-14 flexible)Mini-University/Adventure Education (8-14 years) Locations: McMaster UniversityDate: All summer (Parasport camp runs 1 week = July 30 – Aug. 3 $282)Cost: $282/week (Mini-Uni.) $540/2weeks (Sport Fit)Contact: 905-525-9140 ex. 24464 1-1support available: for Sport Fitness school and Mini-Uni. (not for ParaSport)Contact: Barame (Camp Coordinator) 905-525-9140 x26639Financial assistance available: Yes Call to inquire rec.mcmaster.ca/programs/youth-camps-march-break-summerMohawk College Summer Camp Registration: January 2019Ages: 5-12 years Location: Fennel Campus F WingCost: $225 (5 day week), $195 (4 day week) Specialty Camps $250/week (free extended care)Contact: (905) 575-2062 Must Provide own 1-1 if requiredFinancial Assistance available:YesNo camps.mohawkcollege.caCamp Brebeuf Registration: December 1st, 2018Ages: 6-17 yearsLocations: Rockwood, Ont.Cost: $150 per weekContact to register: Katie Moncrieffe (519) 856-4671 katie.moncrieffe@campbrebeuf.ca1:1 support available at no additional cost.Please call to register-Limited spots available.Financial assistance available: Yes No R.A.Y.s. (Multi-sports Camp) Registration: February 1st, 2019Ages: 5-13 yrs Location: Redeemer University College, 777 Garner Rd. E AncasterCost: $169 per 5 day week, $149 per 4 day week (extended care available)Contact: (905) 648-2139 ext.4221 rays@redeemer.ca Must Provide own 1-1 if required Financial Assistance available: Yes No athletics.redeemer.ca/RaysMad Science Camp Registration: MarchAges: Grade 2-6 (Children must have completed grade 1)Locations: Multiple: Ancaster (information coming soon) Cost: $195/4 day week, $245/5 day week (Extended care 8-9 and/or 4-5 additional charge)Register online: provide own 1-1 if required (See also Camp Readiness policy)Financial Assistance available:YesNo hamilton.Canterbury Hills Registration: coming soonAges: 5-15Locations: Ancaster (Lion’s Club Rd.)Cost: $319 per week or $279 for a 4 day week, $600 for Adventure Camp for teens 13-15Contact: (905) 648-2712 x3 camp@caterburyhills.caEmily Lloyd/ Lance Wright director@canterburyhills.ca x2 Must provide own 1-1 if requiredFinancial assistance available: Yes No canterburyhills.ca St. Mathews House (partnered with Canterbury Hills) Registration: Coming soonAges: Day camp 5-15, Overnight camp 7-15Locations: Bused dailyCost: For families in Hamilton experiencing poverty registered with St. Mathews HouseContact to Register: (905) 523-5546 ext. 229 (Must be referred to camp)1:1 support available) at no additional cost- limited number call earlyFinancial assistance available. Yes No stmatthewshouse.ca/summer-camp/Stoney Creek School of Art Registration: MarchAges: 5-14 years Location: The Kiwanis Community Building, (next to the Stoney Creek City Hall) Cost: Approx. $175 – 185 per week (Extended Care Available)Contact: Lisa Tziatis (905) 643-3513 scsa@Must Provide own 1-1 if requiredFinancial Assistance available: YesNo Dundas Valley School of Art Registration: MarchAges: 4-12 yrs. Location: 21 Ogilvie Street, Dundas ? day (9:30–12:00 or 1:00–3:30) or Full Day (9:30-3:30) Extended Care (8-9 or 3:30-5:30) $75Cost: $109- $329 depending on camp (most $109- $145) ($5 discount/week for 2nd child)Must Provide own 1-1 if requiredContact: (905) 628-6357 ext. 0 for more information or to registerFinancial Assistance available: Yes No dvsa.caExtend a Family Registration: Coming soonMust be registered with Hamilton District Extend a Family ($25 annually)Programs: Summer Support Program (1-1 respite for minimum of 3 hours/week) Group Events: bowling, swimming, Picnic, Wild Water Works Day Trips: Niagara Zoo or Center Island (first come, first serve) $20 Ages: Ages 8-17 years Cost: $150 if enrolled in Extend a Family Summer Support Program . 1:1 Support availableContact: (905)383-2885 for more information or email eaf@ extendafamilyhamilton.Todays Family Registration: Coming soonAges: Kindercamp 4-6, Adventurecamp 7-9, Extreme Camp 10-12, LIT 13-16Locations: Varied, call or check websiteCost: Kindercamp $39.10 daily, Adventurecamp and Extreme Camp $37.90 dailyContact: (905)574-9344 ext. 112 camp@todaysfamily.caRegister: In person, registration package by email or mailToday’s Family Camp Central Administration Office, 44 Greendale Drive, Hamilton, L9C 5Z41:1 support Available (at no additional cost- limited number call early)Financial Assistance available through City of Hamilton Subsidy Square Ranch (Intervarsity) Registration: OpenAges: 6-14 yearsLocations: 1645 Colbourne Street E, Brantford Cost: Day Camp Age 6-10 $189 (4 day week), $229 (5 day week ) Extreme Day Camp Age 10 – 13 $290per week $15 lunch available also.Contact to register: (519) 754-0171 Camp Director- Steve Brantford@csranch.ca 1-1support available (additional fee required. $200 extra for day camp)Financial assistance available: Yes No (Must apply by June 1st)csranch.ca City of Burlington #18-20Burlington offers many camps at a variety of locations 905-335-7600 ext. 6262 Information on their 3 Diversity Camps is below Cando Registration: MarchAges: 5-12 yearsLocations: Tansley Woods, BurlingtonCost: $177.30 per week (non res. fee $185.30) (extended care available, additional cost)Contact for more info: (905) 332-1996 ext. 62481-1support available (must register by June 2nd)Financial assistance available: Yes No O2- Outdoor Opportunity Program Registration: MarchAges: 13 – 21 yrs.Location: Tansley Woods Recreation Center, BurlingtonCost: $155.30 (non residents fee $163.30) Contact for more info: (905) 332-1996 ext 62481-1 support available (register early)Financial assistance available: Yes No AO2+ – Adult Outdoor Opportunity Program Registration: March Ages: 21 years- 40 yearsLocations: Mountainside Recreation CenterCost: Approx. $194.10 res (non res. fee $202.10)Contact for more info: (905) 332-1996 ext. 62481-5 support available (must register by June 2nd)Financial assistance available: Yes No Forest Cliff Camp –Burlington Registration: OpenAges: 5-12 Location: Calvary Church Cost: $200Contact: Sara Petker or Heather Shephard (519) 786-59961:1 support availableFinancial assistance available: online application Botanical Gardens Camps Registration: March (Register early for Reach for the Rainbow)Ages: 3-4 years (1/2 day), 4-9 years, 10-13 years, 13-15 Leader in trainingLocation: Nature Interpretive Center, 20A Old Guelph Rd, Dundas Main RBG site, 680 Plains Rd.W, BurlingtonCost: 3-4 years: $115/week, 4-9 years: $250/week, 10-13: $295/week (10% off members)Must Provide own 1-1 if required Contact (905)527-7962 or (905) 527-1158 ext. 270 camps@rbg.ca Financial Assistance available: YesNo rbg.ca/campsRESIDENTIAL CAMPS Easter Seals (Individuals with a Physical Disability) Registration: Opens Jan. 8th, 2019 Ages: Individual Camps, Family Camp, Leaders in Training optionsCriteria for Leaders in Training: (7-22yrs)-independent in self care/can direct self careCriteria For Individual Camp: (6-26 years old) - Must be registered with Easter SealsMust be able to make choices, follow directions, participateMust be able to communicate yes/ noMust be able to function with a 1-2 ratioMust have no major behavior issues and cannot require skilled nursing careLocations: Woodeden (London) or Merrywood (Perth)Cost: $600 - $2000 depending on program Contact person to register: Barbara Gray 613-267-1244, Kim Vallieres 519-471-66401:1 support availableFinancial assistance available: Yes For children 18 and under as of July 1st 2015families must pay $250 per child or $75 per person for family camp No For children 19- 26, or for non-immediate family members for family camp Camp Wanakita Registration: Open (Nov. 15)Ages: 7-15 yearsLocation: Haliburton, Ont.Cost: Intermediate & Junior: $840 / week, $1535 / 2 weeksSenior $1535 / 2 weeks Contact: 1-800 387-50811:1 support available through Reach for the Rainbow if required * call for info.Financial Assistance available: Yes No Online Application Arowhon Registration: Open now**Not accessible for children with significant mobility issues or behaviors.Ages: 7-16 yearsLocation: Algonquin ParkCost: $6000/ 4 weeks July $6500/ 4 weeks Aug.$9700 Full summer, Jr.Camp $3200/ 2 weeksContact: Valerie Beech (416) 975-9060 Sept.- June or (705) 633-5651 June- Sept.1:1 support availableFinancial assistance available: Yes No Belwood Lodge and Camp Registration: Open nowAges: Under 18 (Age 7-17 3-1 ratio participant to staff) Over 18 (Age 18-85 4-1 ratio participant to staff)Locations: Belwood, Ont. (near Fergus)Cost: $730 7- 17 (1 wk.), 18 plus $730 /1 week, 2 weeks $1750Contact to register: (519) 843-1211 info@1:1 Support available: Financial Assistance available: Call to inquire Awakening Registration/Application: Open Ages: 9-18 years with a physical disability who are independentLocations: Boys Kilcoo Camp, Girls Camp OcontoCost: $875 for session 1, $1975 for session 2, $1525 for session 3, $1525 Session 4 $100 deposit is required (balance due May 1) Call for info (session based on age)Contact person to register: Tracy Morley (416) 486-3854Camp office: (416) 487-8400Some Physical Assistance is available.Financial assistance available: Families are asked to pay a portion. Yes Please call the office to discuss. No Camp Brebeuef Registration: January 2019 Ages: 6-17 yearsLocations: Rockwood, Ont.Cost: $470 per week residential camp, $500 for leadership campContact to register: Jason Taylor (Camp Coordinator) - (519) 856-4671 Please call to register- Limited spots available.1:1 support available at no additional cost. Financial assistance available: Yes No Kennebec Registration/Application: OpenAges: 6+ with Autism, Aquired head injury, anxiety, learning disabilities, ADD, ADHD, and social behavior difficultiesLocations: Arden, Ont. (1 hr. north of Kingston)Cost: $2600 /1 week, $4560 /2 weeks, $5800 /3 weeks, $7200 /4 weeks, $8675 /5 weeks, $9900 /6 Weeks , $11000 /7weeks. $12200 /8weeksContact: (613) -335-21142-1support available, 1:1 academic tutoring available Financial assistance available: Yes, through outside organizations like the Rotary Club, Summer Dreams etc. List on the website. Apply Early! Camp Kirk Registration: Open Feb. 15, 2019(Camp for kids with learning disabilities, ADD, High Functioning ASD and Incontinence) Ages: 6-13 yrs.Location: 1083 Portage Rd. Kirkfield Ont. (Beaverton area)Cost: Session 1 Coed (June 29-July 8) $2215, Session 2 boys only (July 12-25) $2945, Session 3 Coed (July 30-Aug 12) $2945, Session 4 boys only (Aug 16- 25) $2215. Contact: Sept – May 416-782-3310 or toll free 1-866-982-3310 Summer # 705-438-13531:1 support not available, however, ratio staff to camper is very high 32-36Financial Assistance Available: Yes include formal request for financial assistance with camper application, families will have to contributeCamp Kodiak Registration: Open **Camp for kids with Learning disabilities, ADD and AspergersAge: 6-18 yrs.Location: Near McKeller, 25 minutes northeast of Parry Sound.Cost: Jr’s $1550 1 week , 3 wks. $4760, 4 wks. $5880, 7 wks. $9700Contact: Winter: (905) 569-7595 Toll Free: 1-877-569-7595 Summer: (705) 389-1910Financial Assistance Available: Call to inquire1:1 support not available, Camp offers 2-1 supportClub Kodiak offered for adults 19 and up , Burk Falls (Call to inquire re fees) 3-1 ratio campers to staffContact: Winter: (905) 569-7595 Toll Free: 1-877-569-759 Summer: 1-705-382-6279Camp McGovern Registration: Coming soon* Must be involved with the Big Brother Big Sister OrganizationAges: 6 –15 yearsLocation: Elmwood, Ontario (Between Owen Sound and Durham)Cost: Varies Contact for more information Contact: (519) 369-6704 summer or (519) 364-3975 year round Exec Director: Alyssa Light (519) 998-26461:1 support available (Child must be able to dress, feed, bathe and toilet themselves) Financial Assistance available: call to inquire Camp New Moon Registration: Open Ages: 6-16 yearsLocation: Baysville, OntarioCost: Weekend trial $325 Short stay: in 1st Period - $3400, in 2nd Period - $3050, in Period 3 - $2400 1st Period - $6450, 2nd Period - $4450, Full Season - $9595 (discounts available for early registration) Contact: Jack or Sue Goodman (416) 787-4461 winter or (705) 767-3381 summer You must provide your own 1-1Financial Assistance available: Yes No campnewmoon.caCamp Shalom (Christian Countryside Summer Camp) Registration: January 1st 2019 Ages: 7 and upLocation: Between Paris and Cambridge , 1985 Beke Rd. R.R. # 4 Camb.Cost: Buddy 7-17 (1wk) $1090, Special support, Spec Trek, Spec Art, Spec Sports 18 plus$1090 per weekLower ratio of counselor to camper. 1: 1 not available: you must provide your own at an additional $50 fee for one on one worker Contact: Tim Partridge 1-519-623-4860, 1- 888-226-7722 Financial Assistance available: Yes online application Camp Winston Registration: OpenAges: 6-17 years with Autism, ADD, ADHD, Tourettes, LD, OCD, ODDLocations: Kilworthy, Ont.Cost: $6500 for the 2 week session, Family and Autism weekends $600, Boys and Girls weekend $600Contact to register: (705) 689-9096Administrative Office: (416) 487-62291-1support availableFinancial assistance available: Yes, no child will be turned away based on the new fee structure (there is a formulas for fees on the web site under pmt. structure.) Cairn (Presbyterian Church Camp) XX Registration: Open Ages: 5 – 17 yearsLocation: Baysville, Ont.Cost: $535 - $730 / week depending on program chosenFamily camp available: ($150 per adult, $100 per child 4-12, under 4 free + $200 for cabin)Contact: (705) 767-3300 Robynne “Mapes” Howard1:1 support availableFinancial Assistance available: Yes (ONLINE APPLICATION) Canterbury Hills Registration: open Ages: 7-15 yearsLocations: Ancaster, Ont. (Sun- Fri. generally)Cost: Ranges from $470 - $520 depending on sessionFamily weekend (max cost $180 , Adults $70, $20 per child 2-17. Includes breakfast , lunch , dinner and 2 snacksAlumni Weekend camp 18plus- $75Contact to register: (905) 648-2712 canterburyhills.ca1-1support available through Reach for the Rainbow *(Additional fees apply)Financial assistance available: Yes No Cave Springs Camp (2015 info) Registration: Information available soonAges: 5-16Location: Beamsville, OntarioCost: Ranges from $260 - $470 depending on age of child, number of weeks$75 registration fee Contact: Hannah Dabrowski? (905) 563-8487 director@cavespringscamp.on.ca ?1-1support available through Reach for the Rainbow, extra fee appliesFinancial Assistance Available: Yes No cavespringscamp.on.ca Christian Horizons Registration: coming soonAges: 18 and up and Family CampsLocations: Paisley, Beaverton, or Huntsville Ont. (Beaverton not wheelchair accessible)Cost: Call for more informationContact person to register: 1-866-362-68101-1support available Supported vacations and weekend retreats also availableFinancial assistance available: Call to inquire christian- CNIB Lake Joseph Centre Registration: Open**fully accessible for those with vision lossAges: 8 –99Location: MacTier, Ontario (Muskoka)Cost: Age 8-18 $450 for 5 days, Age 19 + $670/week or Family of 4 $1100 Transportation provided: $100 from Hamilton CNIB, Aug. onlyContact: Jacqueline Harrison or Jennifer Baggetta (905) 375-2630You must provide your own 1-1 if requiredFinancial assistance available: Yes call for details Registration: OpenAges: 5-15 yearsLocation: Longford Mills, OntarioCost: Intro Programs: $855/week age 5-12 only$1765/ 2 weeks, $3345./month Contact: Andrew Martin (705) 325-3428 summer or (416) 239-9363 winter1-1support available (called Pathways): $400 support fee applies/week, or$750 for 2 weeksFinancial Assistance Available: Yes No Dragon Fly Lodge Call to for Registration Information Staff--supported vacations for adults of Community Living and rentals for the general public.Location: Rockwood, Ont.(on the Camp Brebeuf site)Cost: Sun. – Fri.: $750, Fri. – Sun.: $350 Call to inquire for rentalsContact: Contact Community Living Hamilton 905-528-0281 ext. 2501:1 support available: NoFinancial Assistance Available: No Registration: openAges: 8-15 yearsLocation: Rosseau, OntarioCost: $580 /week, $1160. /2 weeks $250 deposit non-refundable after May 1st Contact: Meg Doherty or John Sullivan (705) 732-2222 summer or (416) 778-1505 winter1-1support availableFinancial assistance available: Yes letter requesting must be sent to Director Meg Doherty ekon.caForest Cliff Camp Registration: OpenAges: 6-15 yearsLocation: Forest, OntarioCost: $300 -$530 depending on age and program chosen plus HSTContact: Sara Petker or Heather Shephard (519) 786-59961-1support available Financial assistance available: Reach for the rainbow and online application. Call to inquire Gesstwood Camp (Church Camp) Registration: Information available soonAges: 5-15 yearsLocation: Essex, OntarioCost: $285- $385 depending on age and program chosen, $50 deposit Contact: (519) 776-71191-1support availableFinancial assistance available: Yes No Bursary applicationHandicamp Registration: Open NowAges: 9-19 years (must be independent)Locations: Mill Street Bible Camp, Omemee, Ont.Date: July 31- Aug 4, 2018Cost: $590 (includes taxes)Contact person to register: Daniel Barrette (905) 549-98101:1 Support Available Financial assistance available: Yes Limited, Please call.No bcmintl.ca/handicamp.phpHidden Bay Leadership Camp Registration: January 1st, 2019Ages: 7 -15 years (CIT program also available)Location: Carling, Ontario (near Parry Sound on Georgian Bay)Cost: 7-15 years: $660/ 6 days, 8-15 years: $1,400/ 2weeks (+HST)Contact: Ryan Lassardo (705) 342- 7345 summer or (905) 841-1314 winter1-1support availableFinancial assistance available: Call to Inquirehiddenbayleadershipcamp.ca Huron Church Camp Registration: January 2019Ages: 6-16 yearsLocation: Bayfield (North of London on Lake Huron)Cost: 6-14years: $500 + $65 HST / week, 13-14 graduated grade 8: $1200 + $156 HST /weekContact: Reverend Gerry Adam (519) 565-28221:1support availableFinancial assistance available: Call to Inquirehuronchurchcamp.caIntervarsity Circle Square Ranch – Brantford Registration: OpenAges: 6-16 yearsLocation: Brantford , Ontario (Colbourne St. E)Cost: Discovery Camp: Age 8-16 - $565+ taxTeens: 14-16 $565 + tax Junior Camp: Age 6-9 - $470 + taxContact: (519) 754-0171 1-1support available, (additional fee required- Discovery Camp $300 + tax, Financial Assistance Available: Yes No Call to inquire before June 1st 2014 Pioneer Camp Registration: OpenAges: 5-17 years (Including LIT program)Location: Port Sydney, ON (Muskoka)Cost: Call for information (Inclusion program is $1430)Contact: 1-800-361-2267 1:1 support available Inclusion Program Call for more info.Financial Assistance Available: payment Plan is available as well as some funding assistance. Call or email for more information kbeaven@pioneercamp.ca Registration: January 1st, 2019 **price changes TBDAges: 6-16 yearsLocation: Komoka, OntarioCost: Regular Camps: $210 - $440 depending on the camp option chosen + 13% HSTContact: Rebecca Woodall, (519) 657-72881:1support available through Reach for the Rainbow (Additional fees apply)*Also available Single Parent Family Camp: 3 nights Parent $75 + $20 per child + 13% HSTFinancial assistance available: Call to Inquire Tier 1 Prices include subsidy$175- $320 depending on camp chosen Kinark Outdoor Center Registration: Currently under construction . Keep checking!Ages: 9-18 years (high functioning Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome or physical disability)Location: Minden, Ont. (Haliburton area)Cost: $2000/ 5 day session $700 deposit required Family camp $850 $300 deposit requiredFamily Camp/Respite: any age Contact: Jim Mchardy (705) 286-3555 or 1-800-805-82526:4 campers to staff ratioYou Must Provide your own 1:1 support if needed Financial Assistance Available: No (give you a list of organizations that help with funding)koc.on.caLake Scugog Camp Registration: 2019 information available soo.Ages: 0 – 16 years (including family camp; age 7-12 camp, Age 0-16 mom and child)Location: Nestleton, OntarioCost: $800/7 day session, $1150/10 day session, $50 deposit Contact: Registrar: (613) 332-5560, Registration Office 905-837-0648Summer number (905) 986-44011:1support available through Reach for the Rainbow (additional fees apply)Financial assistance available: Yes application OnlineOntario March of Dimes Registration: OpenAssisted vacations and day trips.Ages: 18 and up with a physical disabilityLocations: VariedCost: VariedContact to register: (416) 425- 3463 Toronto or Hamilton: 1-888-244-3463 or (005) 522-22531-1support availableFinancial assistance available Yes No marchofdimes.caFinancial Options available for camp:Easter Seals: Up to $250 per year to pay for a camp or recreation programs (Recreation Programs of Choice- must be registered with Easter Seals)SSAH dollars can be used to pay for campSome camps offer subsidies. (Contact camps directly)Subsidy from the City of Hamilton for Todays Family Camps only.Recreation fee assistance program for one week of summer day camp with city of Hamilton (if you qualify)Planning for Success:Tip #1 Start planning early!Tip # 2 Choose a camp that is a good fit for your child.Tip # 3 Assess the camp’s attitude towards inclusionTip # 4 Consider Support Needs and Options (Is 1-1 needed?)Tip # 5 Provide the right Information (Challenges, favorites, safety concerns)Tip #6 Get the week off to a good start (Visit before if possible, don’t rush when you drop off to see your child through the initial transition) Tip #7 Communicate (Both before camp starts and during camp)Sharing Information With Camp Staff:Some parents are reluctant to share too much information with camp staff for fear it will have negative repercussions for their child (for example, they may wonder if the camp will still take their child or if they're setting their child up for failure). But good camps will want and need to know as much as possible — the more information they have, the better. Consult with your child's doctor and other specialists, such as a physical therapist, to make sure you give the camp director and staff all necessary information, and ask the camp staff if they have everything they need from you. You can help educate the staff by spending time with them and answering and asking questions before you drop off your child. This can be critical. For example, if your child will be attending a mainstream camp, you'll want to make sure that everything is accessible for your child and that the staff understands your child's needs. Many camps have paperwork you can fill out to share information about things like dietary and medical needs. And regardless of whether your child is going to a day or residential camp, you should give the staff a list of emergency phone numbers and email addresses, and make sure they know how to reach you at all times during your child's camp stay. If your child takes any medication, include the phone number of your doctor in case the prescription is lost and needs to be refilled by camp staff. Check whether the camp infirmary stocks your child's medication, too. If it doesn't, send extra medicine in case of an emergency.Possible Questions to ask When Choosing a Camp?What are your program’s ratio’s ?How many children do you allow per session?What is the average age of your staff?Is your site accessible?Do you have an inclusion policy?Do you have a camper code of conduct?Is your program accredited by any organization?Are all your staff CPR and First Aid trained?Are leaders in training counted in you ratio?How much time do you spend outdoors?What do you do if the weather is bad?Can I arrange a time to see the camp ahead of time?What supports does your program offer?Do you have funding assistance?What qualities do you look for in your staff?Where do you recruit staff?What do you include in your staff training?What training do your support staff receive?Do you have guidelines for private workers?Do I receive a discount with a private worker?Are there families or past campers I could talk to about your camp?Do you provide transportation?How do you support your staff?What happens if things go badly for whatever reason?Can I drop into camp during the day?Produced by: Denise McArthur, Therapeutic Recreationist, CDRP (905) 521-2100 ext 74482 ................
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