Thank you for this ministry that in our short experience has been a blessing from God.
On our way home we stopped for lunch. This is the first time in 35 years that Ken has ever spontaneously signed to us what he did at Special Camp. In his excitement he signed all of the activities he did; prayer, God, singing, fire, camp, games, fun, playing ball, etc. When we asked if he wanted to go again next year, without hesitation he said Yes!
BTW, Ken loves his little fuzzy chicken that lights up!
Thank you Gordon and Don for taking time out of your busy schedules to minister directly to Ken.
Again our deepest appreciation, praise and thanksgiving to God for the sacrifice and great Special Camp you folks put on every year. We wish we could thank each of you personally for your part in making it a memorable camp for Ken.
God bless!
My brother Marc looks forward to camp every year. He asks about camp throughout the year right up to the last minute. He has been attending for over 25 years and this is perhaps the biggest event of the year for him. The camp is well organized and provides him with a safe and predictable schedule and environment. Our family is so appreciative for Special Camp and it's staff. We acknowledge the staff's dedication, organization and leadership to plan this yearly event. We are so blessed that Marc can be a part of Special Camp.
Mariko looks forward to Special Camp each year. It's a family. It's respite. It's reassurance that she is being cared for well AND having a splendid socially-rich experience. Thank you to all who make it possible!
Sarah is always well cared for & we appreciate the respectful way the campers are dealt with. It is obvious that everyone loves being together & respectful in every way. I would not send my daughter to any other camp. I have been involved with many Special needs community non-profits, schools, & Special Olympics and there is not one that is superior to the way to this Camp. Having a place that she can be independent from us & learn about Jesus is a priority to our family. Thank you for the many hours of work that it takes to organize & faciltate this great program!
Vanessa has been attending the Special Camp for the past 10+ years and this camp is always the highlight of the year for Vanessa, out ranked many of the family vacations. This is the place where she is among friends and "families" and always feels special. She loves all the activities and she enjoys meeting all her new friends.
When a normal child grows up and leaves home, most parents feel that they have provided their son or daughter with the necessary skills to live independently. That will never happen with a special needs adult, so it is a constant "worry" and concern for parents when someone else has to assume his full time care. When Craig goes to Special Camp, we are completely at ease with Craig leaving us, knowing that he is being cared for by counselors who accept him and understand his needs. It's also a place where he can truly express himself and not be so restricted to "rules".... We are always in awe of the counselors who volunteer a week of their vacation to devote their time to ensuring that this precious one week is a time Craig will remember from one year to the next. Until next year, we express our deepest gratitude and thanks to everyone who made our week so special.