Those who attend will learn how to become more proficient with their devices, will experience communicating with other AAC users and with non users in the Whitewater community, will meet and develop friendships with other AAC users, will engage in a number of social and adapted recreational activities, and, perhaps most importantly, will learn about their own potential for pursuing successful professional and personal lives. Participants will also have the opportunity to spend a week on a totally accessible campus, experiencing university life and gaining the experience of being away from home. The Authentic Voices Camp will be conducted on the picturesque campus of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, situated in Wisconsin's scenic Kettle Moraine region. The UW-Whitewater campus, part of the 26 campus University of Wisconsin System, is the model campus for accessibility.
Rooms are double occupancy.
Restrooms and shower facilities are accessible. Linens will also be provided. The dining halls are located in close proximity to the residence halls and serve three well-balanced meals daily to campers. The camp director is Jon Feucht. Jon is assisted by a talented and unique staff of professionals, some of whom are AAC users, with wonderful ideas and lots of enthusiasm.