Easter Seals collaborates with established camping programs in Maine, Massachusetts and Connecticut. Increasing numbers of campers with disabilities are attending day and residential camps at other locations in Massachusetts through Easter Seals Camping program. Sessions vary from one week to three weeks, depending on the camp.
Scholarships make up the difference between what a family can afford to pay and actual camp costs.
Easter Seals provides a guideline based on income for families to use in determining their contributions. Campers are accepted, regardless of the family's ability to meet the fee. Once all the forms are received and the camper is accepted into the Easter Seals Camping Program, the Camping Director assigns the individual to a camp and session. Placement decisions rest with the Camping Director. Have the form filled out by a teacher, therapist or other professional who works directly with the prospective camper.