Speech-Language
September
Aphasia Camp is an annual fall weekend retreat that provides people with aphasia and their significant other activities and resources to increase social interaction and foster communication success within a supportive camp setting. Participants can enjoy the Arrowhead Bible Camp on Chain Lake. Come for a single day or the weekend.
Benefits of camp
Campers will:
- Get resources for living successfully with aphasia that can be applied in everyday life.
- Explore recreational activities.
- Learn about health and wellness.
- Make lifelong friendships with other campers.
Skilled professionals
Speech pathologists, physical therapists and occupational therapists — and trained volunteers host the camp. Musicians, artists, yoga and fitness instructors, and other professionals will lead special activities.
Activities
Campers will choose from a variety of activities:
- Archery
- Arts and crafts
- Biking
- Boating and fishing
- Conversation
- Golf
- Hiking
- Music
- Pickle Ball
- Poetry
- Tai Chi
- Woodworking
- Yoga
Lodging and meals
- Accessible cabins accommodate six to eight people. You may be required to share a cabin with others. Meals will be provided, although campers might wish to bring additional snacks.
- Hotel accommodations are available upon request.
- RV camping: limited sites available.
Payment
Tuition for 2025 camp includes program materials, activities, meals and overnight accommodations for two nights and three days.
Payment is due when you check into camp:
- Person with aphasia — $175
- Person with aphasia and a friend or family member — $295
- One additional family member — $120
- Day option — $125 per person
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