The kids had their, now, annual trip to Camp Barnabas a few weeks ago. I'm just now getting caught up enough to write about it.
Last year they were not able to go to the main camp site, but this year we registered early and they were able to go to it. The main site is so much nicer- air conditioning and bathrooms in all the buildings, including the cabins, also many more things to do and a bigger pool. So we knew Ashley would be more comfortable.
Of course, Hailey and Josh had a blast, and made lots of friends. They can't wait to go back next year. Hailey thought it was really cool to meet other kids who have siblings with autism. The Camp Barnabas does a great job of taking care of the special needs, and also making it a lot of fun for everyone.
Ashley still wasn't enthusiastic about being there, but she tolerated it so much better. They did not have to give her any emergency meds to calm her down. She had the sweetest girl working with her. When we came to pick her up, I could tell they had really connected. She stayed with us until we left. She said Ashley was very obedient all week. She has also emailed me to say how much she enjoyed being with Ashley. I'm hoping we get the same girl next year. She said she would be back next year, and, of course, we will be also.
All the people at Camp Barnabas are so kind and loving. They are all enthusiastic to be there. There is something very reassuring about seeing people connect with your special needs child. People that don't have any connection to you, or any reason to be part of your child's life, except that they choose to be. I'm certain that the best people in the world are at this camp.
Hailey and Josh have a great time. Ashley learns to be with other people and separate from us. Jason and I get a little break. We can't wait to return next year. I would highly recommend this camp to anyone who has special needs children. I believe it is so rewarding and enriching for everyone involved. Like Created In His Image on Facebook originally posted August 2012
Saturday, August 10, 2013
Camp Update
The kids had their, now, annual trip to Camp Barnabas a few weeks ago. I'm just now getting caught up enough to write about it.
Last year they were not able to go to the main camp site, but this year we registered early and they were able to go to it. The main site is so much nicer- air conditioning and bathrooms in all the buildings, including the cabins, also many more things to do and a bigger pool. So we knew Ashley would be more comfortable.
Of course, Hailey and Josh had a blast, and made lots of friends. They can't wait to go back next year. Hailey thought it was really cool to meet other kids who have siblings with autism. The Camp Barnabas does a great job of taking care of the special needs, and also making it a lot of fun for everyone.
Ashley still wasn't enthusiastic about being there, but she tolerated it so much better. They did not have to give her any emergency meds to calm her down. She had the sweetest girl working with her. When we came to pick her up, I could tell they had really connected. She stayed with us until we left. She said Ashley was very obedient all week. She has also emailed me to say how much she enjoyed being with Ashley. I'm hoping we get the same girl next year. She said she would be back next year, and, of course, we will be also.
All the people at Camp Barnabas are so kind and loving. They are all enthusiastic to be there. There is something very reassuring about seeing people connect with your special needs child. People that don't have any connection to you, or any reason to be part of your child's life, except that they choose to be. I'm certain that the best people in the world are at this camp.
Hailey and Josh have a great time. Ashley learns to be with other people and separate from us. Jason and I get a little break. We can't wait to return next year. I would highly recommend this camp to anyone who has special needs children. I believe it is so rewarding and enriching for everyone involved. Like Created In His Image on Facebook originally posted August 2012
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