DSR Kids
Every kid deserves to get out and get active. We run several activities just for kids... come join us!
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About DSR Kids Camps
Join us for a fun-filled, action-packed camp for kids with disability!
Challenge your sense of adventure by participating in new recreation activities, or test your inner daredevil on the giant swing at YMCAs wonderfully inclusive YMCA Camp Manyung.
Bring lots of energy and enthusiasm to our annual DSR Kids Summer and Winter Camps. All of this fun and adventure while making new friends and gaining independence.
Camp aims:
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To provide a camp experience that is inclusive across all activities
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To build confidence by participating in challenging and exciting outdoors activities
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To provide an opportunity to experience different activities and recreation to increase your participation when you are at home/school
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To provide an opportunity to create friendships
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To gain increased independence.
Before you sign up:
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All participants must be DSR members. Membership is free and you can sign up online.
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Know that *It does not matter whether you have NDIS funding or not, you are welcome to apply for this opportunity
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Note that submitting an expression of interest does not guarantee that you will be successful in applying for this program.
Child Safe Policy
Summer
Camp
Summer camp is a fun and exciting opportunity for kids with a disability to improve on independence, social skills and to make lifelong memories.
Who: Kids with disability aged between 7 - 17 years
When: Friday 17th – Sunday 19th February 2023
Where: YMCA Camp Manyung, Sunnyside Rd, Mount Eliza VIC 3930
How much: $275 approx
What's included:
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Accessible Adventure activities (such as high ropes, archery and giant swings)
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Non-adventure activities (such as games, sports, disco, cooking)
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Accommodation in shared cabins
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Bus transport from our DSR office (Fitzroy) to the venue and return to DSR office
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All meals, snacks and drinks provided
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Personal care and engagement support from Nurses
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Access to photos of your camp experience.
Expressions of interest are now open and can be submitted here.
2022 DSR Kids Summer Camp
Winter
Camp
Join us for another fantastic DSR Kids Winter Camp at Falls Creek!
Be part of the fun and excitement of zipping down ski runs with experienced instructors and trying out adaptive ski equipment with new friends and fun, friendly camp leaders!
*It does not matter whether you have NDIS funding or not you are welcome to apply for this opportunity
Who: Kids with disability aged between 7 - 17 years
When: Friday 7th – Sunday 9th July 2023
Where: Howman’s Gap, Falls Creek Victoria
How much: $850 approx
If the camp cost is a barrier for you, please get in touch with the DSR team.
What's included:
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2 nights' accommodation
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All meals
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Accessible transport
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Qualified on-snow and off-snow staff supervision
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Medical and personal care
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All equipment hire
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Ski clothing and ski lessons.
Expressions of interest for our winter camp will open in early 2023.