|
Christ's Outreach for the Blind, the only facility of its kind in Eastern
Kentucky, offers 600 youngsters annually the opportunity to share days of fun and exciting
activity with other special needs children from all over the country. Special camp sessions
provide a unique opportunity for families with visually impaired and physically disabled
children to share good times, meet new friends, and learn from each other.
CAMPING SESSIONS
To provide the most meaningful and individualized camping experience
possible, the camp offers specialized sessions for:
- Blind or visually impaired elementary school children
- Blind or visually impaired junior/senior high school youths
- Multi-disabled blind children
- Multi-disabled blind young adults
- Blind or visually impaired children and their families
ACTIVITIES
Christ's Outreach for the Blind offers year-round rewarding activities in addition
to summertime sessions.
- Assisted Animal Therapy
- Horseback Riding
- Animal Petting Zoo
- Gardening Program
- Bow Hunting
- Indoor Archery Range
- Fishing and Boating
- Mountain Hiking and Climbing
- Wildlife Interaction
- Camping
- Outdoor Mobility Training
- Cave Exploration
MISSION STATEMENT
Our aspirations are to build character, confidence, and self-esteem in the lives
of the physically challenged. We will strive to strengthen their families and
more fully integrate them into their community. By providing unique life experiences,
we hope to motivate participants to be independent, responsible, and productive,
thus overcoming their fears and dependencies. Our camp will teach each participant
that there can be enjoyment, meaning, and purpose in their lives.
|