Wellness G.I.F.T.S.
Staff

We have a variety of staff positions and duties.

Family Assistants for RESPITE CARE

A Family Assistant is assigned to each family during their time at the Wellness G.I.F.T.S. Retreats. These Assistants are able to provide child/adult care for both the individuals with special needs and their siblings. Parents or care-givers are free to attend workshops, go out for dinner, get a massage or just relax! The Assistants involve your family members in arts and crafts activities, accompany them to the swimming pool, join in hay rides, play in sports events - generally have a good time! The Assistants are not trained in special personal care - you must bring your own attendant for these needs.

Our Family Assistants join us from varied and broad backgrounds. Most of the Family Assistants are college students from local universities and colleges who are majoring in health care, educational, social work programs, or psychology programs. Other Family Assistants are community members who have a keen interest in helping individuals with special needs. Campers who live or camp at Hickory Hill Camping Resort also donate their time and friendship. Learn more about becoming a Family Assistant.

Staff Volunteers

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Educational Staff: physical therapy

The staff for our Educational Workshops and Seminars are professionals trained in their areas of expertise along with parents who advocate for their family members.

Therapy Staff:

The therapy staff are provided by Wellness Works, a therapy clinic which is located directly on the premises. Therapists are licensed and registered as required by their individual disciplines and treatment approaches.

Recreation Staff:

The recreation staff is a combination of Wellness G.I.F.T.S. personnel, Hickory Hill Family Camping Resort Activity staff and volunteers.

Wellness G.I.F.T.S. Staff

Wellness G.I.F.T.S.
Staff