Gymnastic Therapy & Camp for Kids with Special Needs — Darien news ...
by Rhonda Penzell
"Our concept is to take traditional OT or PT therapy out of the office and into a gymnastics center so the kids have a blast and dont know its therapy" says Rhonda Penzell, CEO of A Big Blast Project. A Big Blast Project is a not for profit organization that provides gymnastics therapy programs for children with special needs. Once the muscles develop memory, it becomes easier to learn the everyday tasks most people take for granted, like taking our clothes off. "The goals for this kind of therapy are to help develop muscle tone, core strength, spatial awareness, coordination and confidence, all while having a blast" says Penzell. We work with children age 2+, and the earlier they start gymnastics therapy, the better....
The North Essex Camp Fund is affiliated with several day camps and also works to send children with special needs to appropriate camps. "Camperships" are provided based on the family's circumstances and the specific camp to be attended.
That camp will take place July 26-30. Therapeutic Adventure Camp of Orange, or TACO, allows children with special needs to experience a camp atmosphere while enjoying arts, crafts, therapeutic horseback riding and more. This year, camp will be held
There's definitely a camp for every kid's interest. There are even some wonderful special needs camps, just search online or ask your pediatrician for recommendations. Trust - did I feel comfortable leaving my child with the counselors?
does any one know of a special needs camp for big kids with autism?In the Whittier,CA area?
Apr 14, 2008 by jannette m | Posted in Special Education
My son will be 12 in july and we need some structure in the month of august or I will be his punching bag.Help PLEASE!
A: Get in touch with the nearest local Autism Organizations or the nearest local Autism Support groups and ask them if they know about any camps for children with Autism in your local area.
Special needs camp prices?
Apr 06, 2009 by cetrew | Posted in Special Education
I have 2 children w/special needs. Their teachers say it's very important for them to be in something, camp whatever over the summer so that there's no regression. So far, the best I can find is about $2000 per kid for 2 weeks. So I'd be paying $4000
A: This is what EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR is for--this should be in the IEPs if teh school says that are at risk for regressing
Extended school year can include a camp as long as it is relevant to the IEP (Socail, functional skills)
How do I prepare for working with special needs children in a summer camp?
Jan 31, 2010 by JLA | Posted in Special Education
This summer, a friend and I are working at a camp that specializes in children with special needs and their siblings. My friend has a little sister with autism so she has lots of experience, but except from some volunteering at school and my friend's
A: When I volunteered at an adult day care program. (a place for elderly or handicapped adults) It takes time to get to know clients.
Just go with the flow. Meaning everyday will get easier. Getting to know the kids personalities
The North Fulton Autism Support Group is hosting a special needs summer camp and resource fair. We need strong,... 
@ but on all seriousness, I do want 2 volunteer @ a camp 4 children w/ special needs.
RT @: Cambridge area? Planning 4 Summer Camp? Find out questions 2 ask Camps re special needs Dreaming of Summer - @