For everyone with a physical disability, and those who care and wish to help.
Theme: “The plans I have for you”
Where: Carey Park Christian Camp
397 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson
When: 26th to 28th March
6.00 pm Friday – 2.00 pm Sunday
Registrations close 10th March 2021
We cannot accept applications after this date
Speaker: Mitchell Aiken
Click here for the ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM
We would like to acknowledge and thank Community Organisation Grant Scheme (COGS) for their support and sponsorship of this camp, so the fees can be kept at below the actual camp cost of $160.00 per person.
Our theme this year for camp is “The plans I have for you”.
Our speaker Mitchell Aiken will be leading us through this topic.
Mitchell Aiken became involved with disability ministry while he was suffering from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, a condition that he had for more than sixteen years. Upon recovery, he trained for ministry and is currently serving as an Associate Pastor at Mount Wellington Community Church in Auckland. Come and hear about how he has seen the plan for his life come together, and how we can all find a greater plan for our lives.
We will have our usual fun Saturday afternoon activities, as well as a chance to simply rest and relax.
Campers with a disability: This camp is for you!
We will pair you up with a buddy to provide friendship, care and support for camp.
Personal Care: Some campers require a high level of personal care and if possible, please bring your own support person. This ensures your care continues at the high level you are familiar with. We will try to provide an additional buddy/carer to assist over the weekend.
Helpers: For those who are coming as helpers, we welcome you with open arms! There will be time set aside on Friday evening to train you how to help your buddies. You will be fully supported all weekend by your cabin leader, the camp committee and an on-site nurse. We cannot stress enough how much we value and need our helpers.
We cannot hold our camp without you.
We do ask that first-time helpers complete a police check form to protect our more vulnerable campers.
Children and Teenagers: This camp is for people of ALL ages, and therefore children with physical disabilities are more than welcome! We will be running a children’s programme during the weekend if required. Please note that we will carefully select buddies who will work with children. There will be late nights, with an afternoon sleep on Saturday. You are welcome to come as a family, and we ask that you please call or text Viv Riddell on (021) 294 0320 to discuss this.
Camp Costs
- Adults $100.00
- Helper $80.00
- Caregivers attending with a camper $80.00
- Children 5 – 12 years $80.00
- Children under 5 Please enquire
Day Visitors: Please complete a registration form noting which meals you will be at camp, so we get catering numbers correct.
Day Visitors Costs
- Lunch: $18.00
- Dinner: $25.00
Special diets –Please be aware we are charged an additional fee for special diets, so there may be an additional cost to you if your request for a special diet is not a medical requirement. Eg Vegetarian/Vegan or Gluten-free if not medically required.
Deposit: A deposit of $30.00 is required with each person’s camp registration. If possible, please pay camp fees in full when sending in the Registration form. The deposit is non-refundable if cancellation is received after the closing date of 15th March 2020. Full payment in cash is expected on arrival. There are no Eftpos or credit card facilities. You may pay in full prior to camp via internet banking to C.F.F.D. – Auckland Branch. ANZ Account number: 010142 0029685 02
Please put your name and CFFD Camp as the reference.
Registration forms can be sent to:
Viv Riddell,
13 Kikorangi Lane
Mount Wellington
Auckland 1062
Please do not post cash.
WHAT TO BRING:
Sleeping bag and/or blankets, pillow(s), Hot water bottle, Toilet Gear, Towels, Torch, Bible, warm clothing and wet weather gear.
If you play an instrument and would be prepared to play it at camp, please feel free to bring it with you.
Please bring enough medication for 3 days.
Note: You do not need eating utensils.
All gear and equipment must be named.
Bring your own commode if possible
Do not bring MP3 players, Ipods, video games etc.
READ AND NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
- There is no evening meal on Friday night.
- Travel arrangements will not be given to you until 4 days before the start of camp.
- We will really appreciate if your caregiver can write a note about your specific needs for the weekend, so the person looking after you will understand and care for your best. Include a little about your daily routines, and any helpful comments such as things you are interested in, and what you enjoy doing. This is particularly important for Non-verbals who write by computer. Please include it with your registration form. If you have a Health Passport, please bring it with you.
- If your arrangements change you must call or text Viv Riddell 021 294 0320.
This camp is run by Christian Fellowship for Disabled (CFFD) and is one of five ministries under the umbrella of Elevate Christian Disability Trust. Our aim as a ministry is Equip, Educate and Evangelise. We do this through our camp, regular meetings (picnics, dinners etc.) and seminars with Churches. Elevate publishes a magazine called ‘The Encourager’ quarterly and runs a free drop in centre in Onehunga for three days a week during the school term. For more information please call the office on (09) 636 4763 or see www.elevatecdt.org.nz.
Emergency Contact: 021 2940320 (Viv)
Map of camp location
Take Henderson Valley Road from Henderson shops. Proceed approx. 4 kms to “T” intersection. Turn right. Proceed approx. 2 kms. Carey Park is on the right, well sign-posted.
