THE 2011 CAMPING SEASON

Twin Lakes Camp serves“ Special Needs” and “At Risk” children and youth from the Midwest States of Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, Iowa and many others. There are approximately 38 million people between the ages of 7 and 28 who suffer from a disability. Campers come from diverse ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds. Twin Lakes Camp provides “Special Needs” and "At Risk" children and young adults the opportunity to interact and socialize with their peers. They learn new social skills and participate in an enjoyable, caring and nurturing camp experience. Our campers when given the opportunity rise to the challenge and do more for themselves than they might otherwise do.

There is a large group of children and young adults that are “at risk” of serious consequences from drugs, gangs, prostitution, homelessness and abuse. We are developing programs to help these also. We are working with community family services, the Judiciary, park districts, churches and service organizations to provide camp programs.

We host weeklong and weekend or single day outings for Special Recreation Associations, youth groups, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and church or civic youth groups.

Our resident campers enjoy bunk house accommodations with up to 30 campers per cabin.  Bunk beds and foot-lockers are the decor.  Each cabin has in unit toilets and showers and can accommodate 12 campers at once. Each cabin is heated for wintertime stays. Counselor quarters are attached to cabins for camper safety and supervision.

Meals and activities are provided in the Alumni Hall which houses a full commercial Kitchen, dining hall, recreation and table game area, stone fireplace, bathrooms and laundry.

Outdoor areas and recreational buildings host activities like sports, swimming, fishing, canoeing, nature & wild life studies, playground equipment, performing arts, socials and dances. Campers enjoy a full 12 days of planned and impromptu activities.

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Our sessions are as follows:

"Special Needs" Camp Sessions:

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We hold 10 day handicapped camping sessions that accommodate up to 50 children and young adults each session.

Sunday June 26 to Tuesday July 7   -  8 to 14 years of age    12 days

Sunday July 10 to Tuesday July 21  -  15 to 20 years of age    12 days

Sunday July 24 to Tuesday August 4  -  21 to 28 years of age    12 days

Sessions are an overnight summer camp experience. Camper activities include: Games, Nature Studies, Hiking, Special Events, Campfires, Arts & Crafts, Music, Dancing, Sports, Swimming

Who is eligible to attend camp?

"Homeless, At Risk" session: Youth between the ages of 8 and 14 who currently live in shelters or are participating in a homeless program administered by a sanctioned organization or government entity. Fee: $350 Sponsorships and scholarships available.* Call for information.

"Special Needs" session: Youth between the ages of 8 & 27 years of age who have physical disabilities or developmental delays and who meet the criteria for camp admission are eligible for camp. These disabilities include: residual paralysis due to polio, cerebral palsy, spina bifida or other types of physical disabilities such as amputation, congenital deformities, tragic accident  as well as speech & hearing difficulties and those not functioning up to their developmental age level. Eligibility for camp admission is also based upon the potential benefits of the camper’s experience, expectations and capability for program participation. The Fee for each session is $1,500.00 per camper. Assistance in the form of Title XX and Sponsorship is available* Call for information.

"Alumni" Session: Adults over 28 years of age who have physical disabilities or developmental delays and who attended Twin Lakes Camp previously or meet the criteria for camp admission. These disabilities include: residual paralysis due to polio, cerebral palsy, spina bifida or other types of physical disabilities such as amputation, congenital deformities, tragic accident  as well as speech & hearing difficulties and those not functioning up to their developmental age level. Eligibility for camp admission is also based upon the camper providing a caregiver to assist in their care. The Fee for this session is $1,200.00 per camper.  * Call for information.

Abused Children Camp Sessions

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Other At Risk Camp Sessions

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