“For the past three summers, this camp has been such a special place for Brielle. She has made wonderful friends, enjoyed so many activities, and always looks forward to going back. What has meant the most to me, as her mom, is seeing how welcomed and included she feels. The counsellors have been incredibly engaging, encouraging the children to connect with one another while creating activities that Brielle enjoys and that also challenge her abilities. As a parent, knowing that Brielle is in an inclusive environment where she is safe, supported, and encouraged to fully participate gives me tremendous peace of mind.
Grandview kid, Brielle
Thank you to the entire camp team for embracing and supporting Brielle over the past three years. You have given her summers filled with friendship, growth, laughter, and wonderful memories, and I am truly grateful.”
– Grandview Kids parent, Michelle
Theeran:
“As a parent of a child with both cognitive and physical developmental delays, finding a camp where my son is not only accepted but truly included has been very challenging. Choosing Grandview Kids Camp has given him an experience that has gone far beyond our expectations.
From the moment Theeran arrives each day, we know he is in the care of compassionate, dedicated, and highly capable staff who genuinely take the time to get to know him as an individual. All the staff have gone and continue to go above and beyond to understand his unique needs, strengths, and personality, allowing him to participate in activities in a way that makes him feel included, capable, and valued.
Grandview kid, Theeran
One of the greatest gifts Grandview Kids Camp has given our family is peace of mind. As parents of a child with complex needs, it can be difficult to trust others with their care. However, we have never hesitated to drop him off each morning because we know he is safe, supported, and genuinely cared for.
The camp has created an environment where my son can communicate, build friendships, play alongside his peers, and enjoy the kind of summer camp experience every child deserves. Seeing him come home smiling, excited to share his day, and eager to return each morning means the world to us. We look forward to continuing to enroll him for the upcoming years.
To every member of the Grandview Kids Camp team, thank you. Your compassion, dedication, and unwavering commitment to children with diverse abilities make an immeasurable difference. You have enriched our son’s life in ways words cannot fully capture, and our family will always be grateful. Thank you for giving him the chance to experience the magic of summer camp, just like every child deserves. Thank you for making summer a place where he can simply be a kid.”
– Grandview Kids parent, Piraveena
James:
“My son, James, has been attending camp at Grandview every summer since 2021. He loves going to camp! Camp is a place where counsellors flood him with encouragement. He can socialize with new and old friends as well as participate in so many fun activities that are adaptive and accommodating to his needs.
James loves to swim each week in the accessible pool at camp and he also enjoys the sports and games the counsellors plan for the kids. They’re also very willing to play James’ many specific music requests!
Grandview kid, James
As parents, we feel very comfortable sending James to camp, because we know his complex needs are considerately being thought about by the camp team.
His laughter, sense of joy and community is being fostered at Grandview camp. We are so grateful for the many weeks he has experienced there in the summer!”
