Summer Matters - Valley Forge Educational Services
Testimonials
“The Summer Matters respite program at Camp HOPE is a welcome and enjoyable “event” for our whole family. As a home-schooled student, our child looks forward to meeting & interacting with other children in meaningful, fun and memorable opportunities. As parents, we’re grateful and confident that she is well supervised by a highly professional, caring staff as she enjoys a wide variety of entertaining & educational activities.” – Lisa L., mother of Rebecca
“A special needs child like my son usually has few opportunities to feel self-sufficient and to gain the confidence that comes with making his own choices. At Vanguard I know that he is loved and respected as well as given so many chances to grow both intellectually as well as emotionally; that extends to the Respite Program which gives my son the chance to expand friendships while feeling independent from parents. As his parent I worry, constantly, about what his life can be like when I am no longer around but his camp experiences give me a glimpse of him as a capable adult that can advocate and care for himself while having fun.” – Sue Ellen C., mother of Kirby
“These types of opportunities are so important for kids like my son John who, through their growing years, don’t necessarily have friends who invite them away. Although John has taken many trips with us, going with his peers was an invaluable experience. It made him feel like a grown up and that again boosted his self esteem. Also, having chaperones that have the necessary experience to understand kids like John helped him enjoy his experiences. From John’s comments I could sense that he felt safe and secure which is a great compliment to you and your staff.” — Dolly P., mother of John
“The retreat trip made a life-changing impact on Marina !! It was the first time she had EVER slept over anywhere by herself and she came home so confident, so HAPPY – like never before. She described that she really felt she got along with the kids – a huge challenge for her in daily life. The feedback she got on her pillowcase art project changed how she saw herself. And for us at home it was a completely new experience – Marina has never been away even for a night without family. Wow.”— Kendall M., mother of Marina
“The biggest benefit for my son was definitely that he realized that he can be independent and have fun at the same time. Priceless.” — Joyce L., mother of Andrew
