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Questions to Ask About ADD/LD Camps

Before you decide on a camp for your children, think about their needs, and what features the camp offers.

 

6 questions for LD/ADD camps

  • What is the ratio of counselors to campers in the cabins? How are the counselors trained? What other specialty staff is available?
  • Describe the education program? How many hours a week? How is the program devised for each child? Will you communicate with my child's school?
  • What is the social-skills program?
  • How are meds supervised? Is a special medical delivery system used? How many medical professionals are on staff?
  • Can you send me a schedule of activities? How much unstructured time is on the schedule?
  • What is the camp policy regarding parents communicating with children? How does the camp handle homesickness?

7 questions to ask about your child

  • Does he need help making or keeping friends?
  • What are his interests?
  • Would he benefit from educational instruction?
  • What do you want your child to gain from his camp experience?
  • Has he spent nights away from home successfully?
  • Does he need structure?
  • What is his temperament?
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