UCP News April 2012
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New UCP Initiative
The new Brave Kids (bravekids.org) is an encyclopedic resource for children, youth and teens ages 6-17 with chronic/life-threatening illnesses and disabilities, their families and caregivers, providing information and resources on numerous disabilities, medical conditions and genetic diseases. It includes a secure online community for parents and caregivers to share ideas, gain support and have conversations about issues relevant to this group. Brave Kids is a part of UCP’s new Public Education & Outreach initiative, which aims to provide vital support and information to people with their disabilities and their families during key moments of transition. For more information, visit ucp.org/publiced. We detail this in our April 2012 UCP News!
2012 Camp Capella Scholarship Opportunity
Camp CaPella Scholarship
UCP of Maine’s Board of Directors is excited to announce a new summer camp scholarship program! This scholarship, based on need, will give children with disabilities a chance to go to Camp CaPella.
Please fill out the “Camp CaPella Scholarship” application and return to UCP of Maine NO LATER than May 25th, 2012. There is a limited amount of scholarships available. If you/your child is awarded you will be notified by June 6th, 2012, and at that time a check will be mailed directly to Camp CaPella. Should you have any questions or concerns please contact Tish Pendergast at 992.0606 or tish.pendergast@ucpofmaine.org. Click Here for printable application!
Pine Tree Society's new camp opportunity
Pine Tree Society is now accepting applications for Camp Communicate. Now in its eighth year, Camp Communicate is a summer camp experience designed to empower children and young adults who use high-tech communication devices and their families.
Camp Communicate will take place Fri., Aug. 24 to Sun., Aug. 26 at Pine Tree Camp, Rome. Camp Communicate is designed for children and young adults ages 8 to 25. Camp Communicate will offer parallel programming according to appropriate age groups.
For applications and information click here!
