CAMP CARD NE
Cindy Ziobrowski, MS Ed, has over 25 years experience working with the autism population in both the private and public sector.
Ms. Ziobrowski currently is a part-time faculty member at Plymouth State University and University of Southern Maine; she has created several innovative training programs to instruct educators on effective evidence-based strategies for teaching children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
Ms. Ziobrowski works with several area non profit agencies by providing training programs for parent, community and staff.
Ms. Ziobrowski and her husband of 26 years have three children and live in York Maine, along with the Camp CARD NE mascot, Minnie their dachshund.
Camp CARD NE Counselors undergo 10-20 hours of intense autism specific training. The ratio of campers to staff is 2:1 or better.
Camp CARD NE is a training program for graduate level educators interested in taking the theory of teaching youth with autism and applying what is learned in real life situations.
Contact CARDNE@maine.rr.com for more information.
Based in Southern Maine, Camp CARD NE has added a special summer program location in Northern Maine. Check the schedule and contact page for more information.
PROGRAM
Each week, Counselors use direct instruction to teach:
*Stress Tolerance
*How to find internal motivation
*What it means to belong
*How to connect to others and your environment.
Community locales are selected based upon a shared vision of commitment with careful consideration given to promoting an inclusive environment for all campers.
Summer programs are offered on a week by week basis with openings for 6-8 campers on a first come first serve basis.
PROGRAM BRIEFS
Lyman Hill Farm South Berwick
Beautiful farm setting offering aspects of horse care- from care and grooming to supported riding lessons. The indoor riding arena prevents unpredictable weather from spoiling any of the fun. A perfect experience for a camper who loves animals and likes to get up close and personal with them! A short walk down the road leads to a neighboring farm which has pigs and cows. Afternoons are for water play and junkyard games!
Laudholm Farm Wells
Seven miles of hiking trails provide access to woodlands, fields, wetlands, beach, and dunes. Spectacular views and diverse habitats make the Reserve an especially popular destination for nature photographers and birdwatchers.
Daily science lesson by Laudholm Farm Guide
Service oriented projects
Adventure Bound The Forks
Ever wanted to try White water rafting?
Aquaholics Kennebunk Beach
What better way is there to truly enjoy summer than to spend a week at the beach? Since safety is our first concern, we will provide one hour surf sessions,. Surfing hardly ever gets dull since everything is always changing; the tides, the waves, good rides, wipeouts, etc... Other activities include water games, Junkyard Sports and maybe even a castle building contest!
