Easterseals Camp Fairlee has recently received its American Camp Association (ACA)-Accredited® Camp status in an accreditation process that evaluates key aspects of camp operation. ACA-accredited camps meet up to 300 standards for health, safety and program quality. The ACA scored Camp Fairlee in each of its four programs, including: summer camp, year-round respite and rental, day camp and their travel trip program. Camp Fairlee programs exceeded all expectations.
“We are proud to have done so well in this evaluation. When choosing appropriate camps for loved ones, parents and caregivers should always look for camps accredited by the American Camp Association,” Sallie Price, Director of Recreation and Respite Services, says. “Doing so provides assurance of high standards of practice pertaining to recreation and caregiving responsibilities. This is especially important for families with individuals with special needs.”
ACA helps all accredited camps provide: healthy, developmentally appropriate activities and learning experiences; discovery through experiential education; caring, competent role models; service to the community and the environment; and opportunities for leadership and personal growth
Easter Seal Camp Fairlee, outside of Chestertown, Maryland, is the only camp in the region that provides a traditional residential camp experience for children and adults with disabilities year-round. Campers enjoy a fun, supportive camp environment while family members enjoy time off from continuous caregiving. Fairlee offers week-long camp sessions throughout the summer, Travel Trips throughout the year, and weekend respite/retreat programs from August through May. Learn more about Camp Fairlee's services at www.de.easterseals.com/fairlee.
Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore offers a range of services, including children’s therapies, assistive technology, recreational camping, day programs for adults with physical or intellectual disabilities, and respite services for caregivers. To learn more about how Easterseals helps children and adults with disabilities, call 1-800-677-3800 or visit www.de.easterseals.com.
ACA is the only independent accrediting organization reviewing camp operations in the country. Its nationally-recognized standards program focuses primarily on the program quality, health and safety aspects of a camp's operation. ACA collaborates with experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Red Cross, and other youth-serving agencies to ensure that current practices at the camp reflect the most up-to-date, research-based standards in camp operation. For more parent-focused information about accreditation, visit ACA's www.CampParents.org.
