Read what parents and grandparents are saying about our camp program:

“Thank you for your vision in founding a camp for kids who otherwise probably never would get the chance to go.  It’s an incredible experience, in large part because of the amazing people who are there for our kids.”  ~ Parent of camper 2007

“Our son loves camp.  He looks forward to it every year.  He states that it is the only place where everyone is just like him and he feels he belongs.  He always comes back energized and with more wisdom and tolerance about bipolar disorder.” ~ Parent of camper 2007

“I just want to extend a huge thank you for allowing my daughter to have such an inspiring experience, and amazingly at no cost.  The volunteers have put so much into this so these special kids can have such a great time and there are just not enough thank you’s that can be said.  My daughter said, 'it was more fun than Great America and her Dad’s family reunion'- and that says a whole lot!!!   She’s informed me that she has to go next year no matter what.” ~ Parent of camper 2007

“My daughter had such a good time.  The greatest part was how it helps her not feel so alone.”
~ Parent of camper 2007

“Camp has really changed our son.  He comes home with more acceptance of himself and his disorder.  He feels special when at camp and genuinely feels liked by peers and staff.  This lasts him throughout the year.  He talks about how much he loves camp and hopes he can go next year.  He tells stories about camp that helps him to just feel like a normal kid.  I have never seen an experience have such an amazing impact on him. I feel grateful for the camp.  It helps our son to see how stable his health and meds have become.  He doesn’t feel different …it helps him to be more accepting of himself and more aware of his many strengths.” ~ Parent of camper 2007

“Thanks so much for organizing this wonderful camp.  My daughter said she had an even better time than she expected and has been raving about all the friends she’s made.  She is already talking about next year!” ~ Parent of camper 2007

“Our son thoroughly enjoys everyone and never wants to leave because he feels so at home and understood.  The understanding is the main thing!” ~ Parent of camper 2007

“It was a fabulous experience for our daughter as a first-time camper last year.  She was expecting to not fit in and when we picked her up, her confidence level was at an all time high… Our daughter saw camp to be a 'normal summer activity that normal kids do' and she felt great that she had an opportunity to attend.  In fact, she has shared with several family friends that camp was the 'best part of summer'. 
~ Parent of camper 2007

“My son loves your camp and is very excited about attending again this year.  He says it is an awesome camp because everyone is the same and they understand each other.  It is very good for him to interact with the staff and kids.  He is gaining more understanding and acceptance of his condition.”  ~ Parent of camper 2007

 
“Camp has been a wonderful experience for our daughter the past two years.  While at camp she has a chance to feel like a 'normal kid' and not worry about secretly taking her medication.  It helps her to realize she is not alone in her struggle to control her mood swings.” ~ Parent of camper 2007

“Camp was a fabulous experience… The experience of camp set him on a new path accepting his special needs and it helped knowing he wasn’t alone.  He met new friends, was thrilled with the ropes and other activities and after a tough school year, it was the transition he needed to a fun summer.”
~ Grandparent of camper 2007