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Camp Assistant
ORGANIZATION: WELLNESS GIFTS INC
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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1 person is interested
For nearly 20 years, Wellness GIFTS has provided camping retreats for families caring for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Volunteer Assistants buddy with individuals to engage them in campground activities, including arts & crafts, mini golf, and swimming, while caregivers network with other caregivers and participate in educational activities. Campground activities are centralized so Assistants are near each other and can help each other out. Assistants receive training, have a 2-hour break during the day, and have meals included. Assistants learn about the families they are assigned prior to family arrival so they are prepared.
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About WELLNESS GIFTS INC
Location:
7531 COUNTY RT 13, BATH, NY 14810, US
Mission Statement
G.I.F.T.S. Retreats Mission Wellness G.I.F.T.S., Inc., giving inspiration for the soul, is committed to providing educational, social, emotional, recreational activities, and respite care to all members of families who have children with special needs.
Description
Wellness G.I.F.T.S. Inc. offers camping retreats to families who have a family member with developmental disabilities, living at home with their parents or caregivers. Respite, Recreation, and Rejuvenation are the three 'R’s we strive to achieve. Our families enjoy a weekend camping resort experience in a safe family friendly, atmosphere. Wellness G.I.F.T.S. Inc. provides a catered breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the families throughout the retreat. In the welcome bag that we give to families upon arriving, are T-shirts that help our volunteers and staff (who also wear specific shirts) distinguish our campers from Hickory Hill Family Camping Resort campers. Unlike many other camp programs, whose focus is primarily on the family member with a disability, Wellness G.I.F.T.S. Inc. focuses on the entire family. The idea is to take a holistic approach to strengthen families by offering education, respite, and networking opportunities. The connections and friends made during the family’s stay have a lasting positive influence when the family returns home. We understand that stronger families create stronger communities.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
7531 County Road 13Bath, NY 14810
DATE POSTED
May 5, 2021
SKILLS
- Child Development
- Physical Therapy
- People Skills
- Occupational Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Social Work
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 17
- Orientation or Training
- Friday - afternoon until 8pm; Saturday - 8am-2pm, 4pm-8pm; Sunday - 8am-12pm
- Agility may be needed to keep up with some of the individuals. May require facemasks depending on current state guidance at the time. Activities are primarily outdoors; there are covered pavilions.