VACATION CAMPs
wITH A 4:1 RATIo of Care
$1,050
Our most traditional one week summer camp experience with a 4:1 staffing ratio!
This session is tailored towards adult campers with minimal cognitive, developmental or physical disabilities, those requiring the least amount of assistance with personal care and/or ambulation. Typical activities include supervised adaptive swimming, tubing, scenic excursions on Lost Lake aboard our pontoon boat, archery, hiking, outdoor picnics, carnival, musical events including a talent show and karaoke. We close out the week a formal banquet and dance.
To view a video of a typical week of camp, click here!
WEEK 4: JULY 7 - 12, 2024 - Dance THeme: Neon Glow! *FEATURING SPECIAL OLYMPICS OF MA
WEEK 5: JULY 14 - 19, 2024 - Dance Theme: Heroes & Villains
WEEK 6: JULY 21 - 26, 2024 - Dance Theme: Christmas In July
WEEK 7: JULY 28 - AUGUST 02, 2024 - Dance Theme: 80’s Disco
WEEK 8: AUGUST 4 - 9, 2024 - Dance Theme: World of Sports *FEATURING SPECIAL OLYMPICS OF MA
Can’t get enough of camp?! Extend your camper’s stay by two days! You can now add a Mini Vacation Weekend to Week Four and Six (must be under 65)
Grotonwood uses an online registration system, called CampBrain for all camper registrations. Please use the button above to register for camp.
If you require guidance, please do not hesitate to call the camp office on 978 448 5763.
VACATION CAMPS ARE ideal for:
Campers 20+ years of age who can ambulate independently
Campers who can navigate uneven terrain, climb stairs, stand during activities, and transfer positions independently, or with little assistance
Campers who can perform majority of ADL’s independently or needing limited set up assistance, verbal cueing, or hands-on help
Campers with mild to moderate intellectual, developmental or physical disabilities and autism spectrum disorders (ASD)
Campers with stable medical conditions that do not require frequent monitoring
Physical or verbal aggression towards camp staff or other campers will not be tolerated.
first time campers must complete an in-person assessment and tour of camp prior to registering for camp
Please call the camp office at 978 448 5763 or email breezee@grotonwood.org to arrange.
TWO-week vacation PACKAGES - $2,525
Why not stay for two weeks of camp?! Even better, add some trips for the ultimate Grotonwood camp experience!
*Age restrictions apply.
Week 4-5: July 7 - 19, 2024 - FEATURING SPECIAL OLYMPICS OF MA
Week four offers trips to Canobie Lake Park and a trip to watch a Baseball Game for campers under the age of 35
Week 6-7:JULY 21 - August 02, 2024 - CHRISTMAS IN JULY!
Week six offers trips to Mel’s Funway Park and a trip to Wamesit Lanes for campers under the age of 65
To learn more about our off-campus trips click here.
LODGING
Housing is assigned based on an individual’s mobility and other medical factors. We will always try to accommodate bunking requests but final cabin assignments are at the discretion of the resident camp director and can be subject to change dependent on cancellations and other unforeseen circumstances.
To view a video of Blanchard Hall, click here
To view a video of Prescott Lodge, click here
IMPORTANT INFORMATION.
Tuition includes accommodation, medical supervision, staffing, recreational activities and meals.
A non-refundable and non-transferrable deposit is due upon registration. Registrations cancelled more than two weeks before the chosen session will receive a refund of any amount paid minus the deposit. There are no refunds for cancellations less than two weeks before the chosen session. If Grotonwood cancels a program for any reason, a full refund will be provided.
Tuition balances must be paid no later that June 1, 2024.
It is recommended campers bring a minimum of $50 pocket money to spend during visits to the camp’s country store. We recommend adding an extra $25 per trip IF your camper is going on trips.
Our full-time registered nurses are on site 24 hours a day and manage medication administration and triage episodic events. Medical and Camp Forms MUST be returned at least two weeks before the session start date. Find a complete list of all the required documents here.
Typical activities include singalong concerts around the campfire with s’mores, carnival, team sports, archery, trips to the camp store, ice-cream social; lakefront activities include supervised swimming, fishing and scenic rides on Lost Lake aboard our pontoon boat.
Check-in begins Sunday between 2:00PM and 4:00PM
Check-out is Friday between 1:00PM and 1:30PM
LUGGAGE, LABELS & PACKING LIST
All items (including bedding) should fit in to no more than 2 secure and well-labeled pieces of luggage. We recommend one (1) suitcase, trunk or duffel bag and one (1) backpack for personal and comfort items. To ensure the safe return of your camper’s belongings, please ensure ALL their stuff is labeled. There are lots of great iron on options available online, or you can just use a sharpie. Please leave electronic devices and mobile phone at home.
Be sure to pack and label all bedding, including pillow/cover, flat sheet, the insides of shoes, towels (use washing label), laundry bag, toiletries and plush toys. For efficiency (and peace of mind!) we recommend packing one outfit, including underwear and socks into a labeled gallon Zip Lock bag for each day of the week, see below for further guidance.
Our counselors will love you for it! ❤️
ELECTRONIC DEVICES
We are a tech-free camp, whilst mobile phones and other electronic devices are allowed they are not recommended. This policy applies also to our staff, who instead operate a two-way radio for communication. PEC systems and other communication devices are welcome. Rest assured that in the event of an emergency, ill-health, or, extreme homesickness the Program Unit Leader or Camp Director will contact you.
If you wish to communicate with your camper, consider sending an email (one email per day) which should include news from home, or, send a care package (no food) to the address below. Please keep communications positive, light and encouraging, especially if you know your camper may struggle with homesickness. Kindly refrain from calling the camp office for regular updates (we’ll be way too busy having fun!).
The camp will not be held liable for damage or theft of electronic devices or any other valuable, cherished, or irreplaceable items.
The CAmp Store
$50 is the recommended weekly amount. You should deposit more if clothing or specialty items are to be purchased, or, if your camper is scheduled to go on a trip.
Overnight campers will have the opportunity to visit or pre-order from the camp store on a daily basis. To minimize contact, the items may be picked and delivered to their cabin daily, having pre-ordered items from the store catalogue the night before. The camp store sells candy, snacks, ice creams and soda along with modestly priced camp merchandise such as sweatshirts, hats, sweat pants, leggings, tote bags and back packs, pens, plush toys, water bottles and notebooks to name a few. Prices range from $5-$30.
We operate a ‘cashless’ system; All spending money is added to your camper’s account using our registration software. Any unspent store money is returned at the end of their stay.
HOMESICKNESS & COMMUNICATION
The camp Director will contact you in the event of emergency, ill-health or extreme homesickness. We ask that you kindly refrain from calling the camp office for regular updates. If you wish to communicate with your camper, consider sending a care package (no food) or an email (one email per day).
FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE
Tuition costs should never be the barrier preventing campers from attending summer camp. We're able to provide financial assistance to those who require it. Simply complete our quick and easy online Campership Request Form and we will get back to you within a week. The request must be received at least 10 days before the chosen session start date.
Note that you are responsible for the minimum deposit for your chosen session. Your Campership award will be applied toward the balance due and will rarely cover the outstanding balance so please make provision for this.
FAITH BASED ACTIVITIES
Our faith based programming focuses on sharing fundamental Christian values, such as treating each other as we would want to be treated, restorative justice practices and love in action through word and deeds. Practical activities include prayer, mostly before each meal and in chapel, singing and dancing to christian inspired music, daily chapel services, which are youth-focused, high energy and a lot of fun and evening Vespers, which are quiet reflective evening services.
Participation in faith based activities in voluntary and campers do not have to be affiliated with any religious organization to take part, we plan programming on the assumption that most campers are experiencing a Christian environment for the first time. We simply ask that campers and staff respect the Christian values we uphold and conversely we meet each camper wherever they are at in their spiritual walk. We encourages curiosity, tolerance and respect through open discussion using Christianity as the foundation and spring board for understanding.
Grotonwood complies with the regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (105 CMR 430,000), and is licensed by the Groton Board of Health.
Copies of camp policies on background checks, health care and discipline policies are available on request.
