Dear Friends:

I want to first thank you for your interest in Aaron’s Acres and for going on our website. Who knew when we first began 10 years ago with 11 children and 1 week of camp in Lancaster that it would turn into what it is today!

So, one may ask, what is Aaron’s Acres all about and why is it so special? What makes it different than other organizations? Aaron’s Acres is about connecting with children of all different abilities and their families. This organization focuses on the entire family throughout the year in that we provide various programs and activities to all of the members of the families. Aaron’s Acres is about partnering with people of all ages and experiences. Individuals beginning at the age of 12 can volunteer and be a “buddy” at one of our programs, acting as positive role models with the children as they participate in a variety of recreational activities. Partnering with various schools and organizations in the larger community is one of the things that make Aaron’s Acres so special. Undergraduate and graduate students studying social work, special education and occupational therapy have the opportunity to gain first hand experience in working with children who have special needs. To have so many people come together in providing recreational services to these children and their families creates a vibrant, positive, educationally based program that truly thinks outside of the box!

One parent said it best when she said, “Aaron’s Acres – what a wonderful place! Camp has enriched our lives in so many ways. Cordell has grown so much especially in his transitioning from one thing to another. It has carried over to home and school. He has gotten to experience so many different things to broaden his social skills and temperament. For me...it’s the people and the families we get to share with and give support to. It strengthens our own lives. The speakers who come help us to look ahead and get prepared for the possibilities to come. The helpers, buddies and counselors are such blessings. Their patience and loving attitudes are beyond words. Thank you from the bottom of my heart”.

Come and join the Aaron’s Acres family in a way that is meaningful to you. I look forward to having you become a part of the Aaron’s Acres experience!

Yours truly,

Risa