summer camp
Some children have special needs. They may be battling a chronic medical condition or facing issues that have been present since birth. A child may also have a sibling with such issues. Every child is entitled to a great summer. Many parents wonder if a child with special needs can attend camp. Fortunately, there is a wonderful solution. Special needs summer camps allow children to have just as much summer fun as their peer group. Such a camp typically has many specific accommodations designed with campers in mind. They also typically have staffers who have a great deal of training that allows them to work closely with this population to meet all of their needs.
Advanced Planning
It’s a good idea to start the search for such a camp well in advance. Allow at least several months to sort through varied options. A parent may want to have a camp that lets their child attend for only a few weeks or for the entire summer. Some parents may need transport for their child to the camp while others can manage to get there on their own. Many camps offer parents both options and allow them to pick out which one is best. Allowing at least several months lets the parent make their own summer plans.
Speak With Representatives
A camp representative can provide the kind of assistance that parents need. Contact them directly. They can answer all questions you might have about the camp. They can also provide information about what kind of activities are available for the campers. Many camps for special needs children offer both indoor and outdoor activities. They will have accessible rooms that make it easy for a child to get inside even if they have a walker or a wheelchair. Further accommodations can also be made. A child who is need of ongoing medical attention at the camp can work closely with a staff nurse to make sure they are feeling their best when they are attending the camp. Children who aren’t worried all the time about their medical needs can have a fabulous summer they’ll remember for the rest of their lives.
Your Fiscal Options
Some camps charge at least a nominal fee. This fee can help campers with greater needs attend. Many camps also offer a full financial aid package. Several factors are typically taken into account when deciding on financial aid. These include the parent’s income as well as any other resources they might have. Many parents are delighted to find that much of the cost of attending the camp is already covered. A parent who has all the help they need can give their child a truly wonderful summer camp experience.