[NFBMT-Parents] Guide Dogs for the Blind Summer Camp 2020

[BRUCE&JOY BRESLAUER]

Guide Dogs for the Blind Summer Camp 2020 

 

When: July 6-11, 2020

 

Where: Oral Hull Foundation for the Blind Sandy, Oregon

 

43233 SE Oral Hull Rd. Sandy, OR 97055

 

Who: FREE to 24 eligible applicants ages 14 to 17

 

Guide Dogs for the Blind (GDB) recognizes that the human-animal bond is
unique and life changing; we want to give teens with visual impairments the
opportunity to experience its potential.

 

Participants at Camp GDB will explore the companionship, independence, and
responsibility of the guide dog mobility lifestyle. During their stay,
campers will receive hands-on guide dog instruction with an emphasis on
understanding the specific orientation and mobility skills required to be a
successful guide dog handler, as well as the fitness and endurance necessary
for guide dog travel. They will also have mentoring opportunities with
successful guide dog handlers. Campers will also learn all about GDB and the
communities of support that enhance our programs. There are plenty of social
activities and time for developing new friendships too!

 

Qualified applicants are visually impaired and seriously considering the
guide dog lifestyle. Campers are responsible for their own daily living
skills. Campers will stay in the lodge at Oral Hull, which will be chaperoned
around the clock by GDB staff and volunteers. All meals will be provided.

 

Camp GDB is FREE to qualified applicants, families will, however, need to
provide transportation to and from the facility. If assistance is needed to
help offset the cost of travel, we do have some funds available, so 

please ask?

 

Please see www.guidedogs.com/campGDB for the application packet and more
information.

 

If you, or someone you know, would be interested in attending Camp GDB,
please contact Jane Flower-Youth Outreach Specialist at jflower at guidedogs.com
or 800.295.4050.

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