Easter Seals | Madison, WI
Imagine a Place:
...where campers are free to be themselves and are valued for it.
...where campers are able to try new things and meet new people in a fully accessible and fun environment.
...where campers make new friends and reminisce with old ones.
...where campers of all ages and abilities challenge themselves and set goals to make the most of their camp experience.
...where not only the campers have time to relax, but their families and caregivers have a respite as well.
Camp Wawbeek aims to give children and adults with disabilities an opportunity to meet new friends and take on new challenges through a wide variety of recreational and social activities. The Wisconsin Elks/ Easter Seals Respite Camp is designed to give families a break from the demands of caring for someone with a disability, while providing their loved ones with a safe, nurturing, and fun experience.
Easter Seals receives funding from County Materials’ annual charity golf outing. To demonstrate the company’s Vision of Success, Stability and Support, County Materials is contributing to organizations that provide youth mentoring and skills building in communities where the company has locations.
Your Giving in Action
Lexi
Camp: Wawbeek
Favorite Activity: Ropes tower/zip line and singing camp songs
How has camp impacted your family? Lexi laughed when asked this and said “Well, they get rid of me for the week, but the real impact is for me. Camp makes me feel independent and it gives me countless opportunities to be independent.”
Bryce
Camp: Wawbeek Coming to camp for 4 weeks
Favorite Activity: Swimming and playing with friends
How does camp impact you? “I like to have fun!”
Owen
Camp: Respite
This is Owen’s first full week at summer camp, he has come to a weekend prior to this. He loves playing in the water, whether it’s the pool, slip ‘n slide or the hose. Owen communicates through gestures, cuddles and showing people what he likes. How has camp impacted Owen’s family? Owen is a twin and his brother Aiden has had the opportunity to spend 1:1 time with his family this week. Aiden has gotten the opportunity to go on boat rides and explore beaches with his family.
