Wellness G.I.F.T.S.
Retreats

Wellness G.I.F.T.S.
Retreats for 2010

 

 

  • Friday, June 18, - Sunday, June 20
  • Friday, July 23 - Sunday, July 25
  • Friday, August 27 - Sunday, August 29
  • Friday, September 24 - Sunday, September 26
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As of October 12, 2009 Non-Refundable Deposit of $50

Wellness G.I.F.T.S. is a non-for profit camping retreat program for families with special needs. During these get-away vacations, families receive respite care and can participate in education, recreation and therapy activities. Hickory Hill Family Camping Resort is the hosting facility, which offers relaxation and wellness at its full amenity resort. The focus of the retreats is on populations with diagnoses such as developmental disabilities, physically challenged, cerebral palsy, neurological deficits, Down's Syndrome, spina bifida, mental retardation, attention deficits, and autism.

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Below is a sample of the weekend schedule:
Actual 2010 Schedule

“Beach Party”
Friday
3:00 pm Check-in
5:00 pm Optional Dinner (extra charge, not included in the cost of tuition)
  Meet n’ Greet
Parent Meetings
Opening Ceremony
Campfire with s'-mores
Saturday
7:00 - 8:00 am Continental Breakfast
8:30 am Full Breakfast
  Morning activities for participants and parent workshop
noon Lunch
  Afternoon activities for participants and parent workshop
3:30 - 5:00 pm Family free time
5:30 pm Kids pizza party
Adult reception and dinner
Followed by family programming
 
Sunday
7:00 am Coffee & Bagels
  Morning programs for participants and Adults
  Brunch
  Closing ceremony
Programs for participants include:
  • Kids activities - Arts and crafts, sports, games, music & dance activities
  • Parents and caregivers - Workshops and presentations on topics such as Stress Management, Financial and Legal Considerations, Health Care Options, Developmental Disabilities