"My training prior to CAMP had mainly focused on the use of medications or physical interventions to manage behavior of individuals who become agitated. At CAMP I witnessed well-trained volunteer counselors managing behavior mostly through proactive interaction and redirection. This ...[Read More]

—Dr. Owais Tirmizi Healthcare Volunteer

"When I'm at CAMP, there's not a day that goes by that I don't experience happiness both in myself and in others. A lot of people think that to be happy, something has to happen to benefit themselves, but ...[Read More]

—Vivian Whitney CAMP Volunteer

"CAMP is a place where everybody is accepted, unconditionally, and can be themselves fully without worry of ridicule or discrimination. At CAMP, reaching maximum potential is contagious among campers, staff, and volunteers. CAMP brings out the best in everybody and ...[Read More]

—Justin Joyner CAMP Volunteer

"The week I spent at CAMP was life-changing. There is something special about the atmosphere CAMP has created. The system is perfectly put together, and it is magnified by the culture/community of each volunteer/staff. It creates an incredible environment for ...[Read More]

—Dr. Jordan Nordquist Healthcare Volunteer

"People are free to be their true selves. All judgment is left at the gate as people see each other for their individuality, not their diagnosis. True friendships are made at CAMP and people have the opportunity to develop unique ...[Read More]

—Aurora Brinkman CAMP Staff

"CAMP is a place where everyone has the opportunity to be themselves without judgments and with endless amounts of respect, love, happiness and fun."[Read More]

—Valeria Laddaga CAMP Staff

"Because of CAMP, Shelby gets to be around peers that she can relate to and be herself. She has some sense of independence, and is able to enjoy things in life that, if not for CAMP, would never happen. We ...[Read More]

—Karen and Tony Ridout Camper Parents

"Because of CAMP my husband and I got to go on a mini vacation, relax and enjoy some much needed alone time.  It was Alex's first time at camp and he had a blast!"[Read More]

—Millicent Moehlman Camper Parent

"Because of CAMP, I get to realize that it is okay to let my son have the CAMP experience despite his disabilities ... and that he can do things that we never dreamed he would ever try or accomplish."[Read More]

—Wade Labay Camper Parent

"Because of CAMP, I get to meet new friends, have time away from home by myself. So much fun. Looking forward to coming back this summer."[Read More]

—Janel Camper

"Because of CAMP, Janel's spent her first night away from home. That sure helped us as parents to know she has had the experience of being away from home, and was not afraid, felt safe. The volunteers during the season ...[Read More]

—Lori Manley Camper Parent