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Summer Camp 2008:
Session Dates:
June 9 - August 8
There will be NO CAMP on July 4th.
Camp Times:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM --- MUST
ARRIVE NO LATER THAN 9:00 AM
Overnight camp information is at the end.
Eligibility:
Persons must have a diagnosis of a developmental disability, be a
client of The Regional Center and have a Case Manager.
Program Description:
We provide a well-balanced age appropriate recreation program
which includes social interaction, creative expression, spectator
appreciation, intellectual stimulation, relaxation, and physical exercise.
Age & Population Served:
Clients need to be between the ages of 10 and 21 to attend Summer
Camp. If a client is below age 12, they need to have written consent from
DDRB stating that no other "latch key" program could serve their child.
Geographic Area Served:
We serve all of St. Charles County (Missouri). This year camps
will be held at Blanchette Park for St. Charles City and Francis Howell.
Clients who live in Fort Zumwalt and Wentzville Districts will
attend camp at our facility in O'Fallon. A Francis Howell location is in
the works, if it falls through, students enrolled in Summer School must
attend Blanchette Park. If not, then you can choose the O'Fallon site or
Blanchette depending on where you live.
Fee's, Billing and Payment Information:
$5.00 per hour. Some field trips will cost campers additional
money if they attend. Clients sign in and out for each program they
attend. These sheets are turned in to the office at the end of each month.
Parents are billed on a
monthly basis with the number of hours their child attended each given
program. You will be expected to pay your portion within 14
days. We do accept Master Card and Visa for payments. If you
are unable to pay the full amount, you are responsible for setting up a
payment plan by contacting Jennifer at Family Support Services. If the Regional Center/Department of Mental Health (DMH) is funding your
child's summer camp we will include the DMH estimated payment on your
monthly billing statement.
Financial Assistance:
Limited funds are available based on income. Financial assistance
can not be used to replace DMH Regional Center funding.
Program Staff to Participant Ratio:
We generally provide 1:3 ratios. However 1:1 or 2:1 ratios are
also provided as needed.
Accessibility:
All of our sites are fully accessible.
Transportation Services:
We do not provide transportation to our programs. However, if your
child attends Summer School in St. Charles County, we will transport them
from their school to camp only.
Activities:
We provide life management skills, cookouts, overnight camping
trips, all day nature/adventure field trips, theme parties, socials,
crafts, talent shows, theatrics, sensory stimulation, cooperative games
and more!
Types of Support Staff:
Our staff members are made up of teachers, Para-professionals,
high school students, and college students who are going into the field of
Special Education. Staff members are trained to provide personal care,
pass medication, and perform CPR, first aid, and crisis prevention
intervention techniques.
Overnight Camping Trips:
Each overnight trip will cost $120.00 per
person. This is a separate program fee. There is a $20 NON-REFUNDABLE
fee, to reserve your child a spot, which will come off the $120. The total
fee includes transportation,
overnight cabin usage, 7 meals, and all activities for
three days.
You may attend both trips. Each camping trip is open to the
first 20 applicants only.
A confirmation
letter, specific instructions, and a list of what you need to bring
will be mailed to you a few weeks before the camping trip. Your
$100.00 balance will be due at that time.
Camp Brim Shire:
*Tuesday June 24th - Thursday June 26th, 2008.
Camp Brim Shire is located in St. James, MO about 2 hours from St.
Charles. This camping trip is for the more 'rustic camper'.
Each small cabin holds a group of 6 to 8 campers. The new large cabin
is air-conditioned and sleeps about 14 campers and staff. All cabins have bunk
bed cots which are very comfortable for sleeping. Restrooms and
showers are wheelchair accessible. Campers have the option of
brining a tent if they want. There is a pool, a lake for fishing,
trails, a dining hall, and more. Bring your fishing poles!!
Babler State Park:
*Tuesday July 22nd - Thursday July 24th, 2008.
Babler State Park is located in Wildwood, MO about 35 minutes away
from St. Charles. This camping trip may be better suited for the
first time camper. The cabins have ceiling fans, doors,
windows, fireplaces, and beds (not cots). The roomy octagon
shaped cabins sleep 10 - 12. There are restrooms and showers in
each cabin. There is a large outdoor swimming pool, walking trails,
pond, and an air-conditioned Recreation Hall for playing group games! Babler State Park is fully accessible.
Contact:
liz@familysupportservices.org, or call 636-614-1303 if you need a
registration packet. Home
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