4MyChild: Help and Hope for Life

May 7, 2007

Cerebral Palsy: Great Summer Camp near Boston- Subsidized Summer Camp

Pine Tree Camp is located in Rome, Maine (about 3 hours drive from Boston), and it is a wonderful camp for kids with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. They have 6 to 10 sessions over the summer.
They have well trained camp counselors that help the kids in every aspect, including dressing and eating. The camp is also integrated; accepting campers with AND without disabilities.

From their website:
Established in 1945, Pine Tree Camp offers Maine children and adults with disabilities an extraordinary summer camp experience. The 280-acre camp is located on North Pond in Rome, Maine. The facility is fully adapted to meet the special needs of campers. The barrier-free setting and commitment of our staff allow campers to fully participate in activities that normally aren’t available to them including swimming, fishing, boating, outdoor games, kayaking, arts and crafts and even camping in a tent under the stars.

Contact Info:
May through September
114 Pine Tree Camp Road

Rome, ME 04963

(207) 397-2141 (voice)

(207) 397-4101 (voice)

(207) 212-8599 (cell)

(207) 397-5324 (fax)

http://www.pinetreesociety.org/camp.asp

There is a sliding scale for camping fees. The camp holds several fundraisers throughout the year.
The camp does fill up fast. Applications are accepted in January. If you are unable to get in, put your name on the waiting list.

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