Program Description
Recorded: March 12, 2024 – Finding summer camps and activities for children and adults with disabilities can be difficult. In this webinar, we will dive into several Maine camp listings. Our focus will be on camps listed under the “Special Needs” category. We will shine a spotlight on two camps specifically designed for kids with disabilities. We will also provide insights into other camps for kids and adults that make necessary accommodations, and take a look at some camps that specialize in teaching specific skills for our exceptional learners.
The webinar will specifically highlight the following information about the identified camps:
- session durations for both day and overnight camps
- staff-to-camper ratios
- disability accommodations
Presenter
Melissa Bliss, MS OTR/L – Melissa is an occupational therapist and assistive technology specialist at Maine CITE, the state assistive technology program in Maine. She has worked in a wide variety of educational and clinical settings as an OT, including home health, nursing homes, early intervention, schools, acute care, rehab, and as a program coordinator for an AT lending library and reuse program in Portland. Melissa joined Maine CITE in July, 2022, where she focuses on ensuring that all Maine people have better access to and information about the technologies and adaptive equipment they need to lead full and productive lives.
Resources
Please note that a certificate of attendance is not provided for watching the recorded webinar. To receive a certificate of attendance you must have attended the live training, completed the evaluation, and included your email address.
Resources discussed in webinar:
What to Look for in a Summer Camp Handout – PDF
What to Look for in a Summer Camp PowerPoint – PDF
Rev: 3/18/2024