Camp Achieve

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Sunday, August 19, 2012 – Friday, August 24, 2012
Camp Green Lane, Green Lane, PA

Download: 2011 Camp Achieve Brochure | Volunteer Form

Camp Achieve is a week long, overnight, summer camp for youth with a primary diagnosis of epilepsy/seizure disorder that is held every year in August. Camp Achieve is a unique opportunity for the children ages 8-17 to connect with other individuals coping with the same day to day challenges. Many individuals with epilepsy/seizure disorder face isolation, bullying, and discrimination from their classmates, their neighbors, and the general public.

Throughout the week, Camp Achieve gives the children the opportunity to do all the regular camp activities in a secure, safe and friendly atmosphere. The relaxed environment allows the campers to become mutually supportive, thus building their confidence, courage and self esteem. The personal growth the campers acquire at Camp Achieve encourages their continued development and independence throughout the course of their lives.

To further their knowledge of epilepsy/seizure disorder, the campers attend daily educational sessions led by neurologists from the local epilepsy centers. The sessions educate them about the importance of medication compliance, regular exercise, healthy eating habits, sleep requirements, and managing their seizures. It is an objective of the Camp to transfer the ownership of their health from their guardians to themselves. To promote this concept, the education sessions end with an open forum with the neurologist and the group.

Each year approximately 40 attend and 34 physicians, nurses, and counselors volunteered their time and talent to ensure the children receive the best medical care available.

If you have a child within the age range of 8-17 and would like to receive information about Camp Achieve, please email Jean at camp@efepa.org. Or if you are interested in becoming involved with Camp by volunteering your time or talent, we have a need for counselors, medical professionals, and activity planners.

Download: Volunteer Form