Goals
Mission Statement:
- The mission of Pine Springs Ranch Summer Camp is aimed towards improving and developing the motor and social skills of children with Asperger's Syndrome aged 6-10 years old, through various activities such as outdoor soccer, indoor basketball, swimming and hiking. We will be incorporating different ways of engaging the children and developing their motor and social skills.
Why Pine Springs Ranch Summer Camp?
- Harvard researchers estimate that the added cost of autism related healthcare and education average more than 17,000 per child per year in the United States
- Cost of lifelong care can be reduced by 2/3 with early diagnosis and intervention
- Our program is developed to improve the social and motor
Marc and Susan will have to work together to meets James's needs along with creating a parenting style that works for the entire family. The Growing Minds program will help Marc and Susan transition into a parenting style that is suitable for James and is doable in a military family. This program will help alleviate the tension between Marc and James and Marc and Susan because they will learn how to handle the gaming situation better and will think of new activities for James to do. Autism Speaks will connect the family with others and create a support system in times of need. This is a great program to use as a resource when Marc and Susan are unsure of what Autism fully entails or when they need a moral boost from the walks. Lastly, the summer camp will help James break out of his comfort zone of gaming and into a facility that is full of physical activity. The camp will help him feel more confident and he will be able to interact with others in a social environment. Our hopes from the camp is that he will be able to find an activity he enjoys but is also good for him such as
For over 60 years, Camp Young Judaea Texas (CYJ) continues to flourish and expand our reach in local Texas communities. We receive over 600 campers each summer and administer programming to over 5,000 individuals during the year. CYJ is a non-profit organization and is committed to providing individuals of all financial backgrounds with opportunities to be a part of camp. Through dynamic camp activities and superior retreats, our organization supplies both children and adults with a fun, educational space that fosters spiritual growth, social activism, philanthropy, and a passion for preserving the environment.
Childhood Autism Rating Scale, Second Edition by Schopler, Eric; Van Bourgondien, Mary E.; Wellman, G. Janette; Love, Steven R. Published by Western Psychological Services, 625 Alaska Ave., Torrance, CA, 90503-5124. The test is geared for ages 2 through 5 but can be administered to older individuals if their estimated IQ is below 79. The test is administered in a group and takes 5-10 minutes. The 2012 price data estimates $158 per complete test kit including 25 Standard Version rating booklets, 25 High-Functioning rating booklets, 25 Questionnaires for Parents or Caregivers, and manual; $37 per 25 Standard Version rating booklets; $37 per 25 High-Functioning rating booklets; $26 per 25 Questionnaires for Parents or Caregivers; $74 per manual.
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