Developmental Disability Review Course is the state-of-the-art management course of Developmental Disabilities (DD) through didactic and practical sessions. This course provides health professionals with experience to become knowledgeable of the day-to-day care of children with developmental disabilities. These professionals learn the medical, behavioral, rehabilitational, educational, and social needs of these children.

Awards

The American Academy of Pediatrics presented the DDRC with the "Professional Education Course of the Year".

CAMP received the Eleanor Eells Award for Program Excellence from the American Camping Association in 1993 for its innovative approach to training professionals in a camp setting (DDRC).

The American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine awarded the DDRCwith "Best Demonstration Project" for its unique multidisciplinary training.


Development Disabilities Review Course (DDRC) Content

Each DDRC session will focus on the needs and care concerns of the CAMPers present that week. You will now have the opportunity to attend up to 3 different DDRC courses each summer. Our 2008 DDRC Schedule will be:

Session 1 May 25-30
 There will be no DDRC course this session, but we do need medical and professional volunteers to assist in meeting the routine and emergency needs of the campers and staff. Our campers will be ages 22-45 with moderate to severe disabilities.

Session 2 June 1-6
There will be no DDRC course this session, but we do need medical and professional volunteers to assist in meeting the routine and emergency needs of the campers and staff. Our campers will be ages 22-45 with moderate to severe disabilities.

Session 3 June 15-20 Traditional DDRC (Physical)
This week will be similar to the traditional DDRC and cover a wide variety of topics about developmental disabilities. The campers will be ages 5-21 and many will have physical but limited or no cognitive disabilities. Those needing 24 hour medical care will be assigned to the infirmary.

Session 4 June 22-27 Autism/PDD
The topic this week is Autism/PDD and will include the latest info on this “hot topic,” plus information on the treatments available. The campers will be ages 5-21 and all have some form of PDD. This will be an experience you will never forget.

Session 5 July 6-11 General (Mental Retardation and/or Seizure Disorder)
The topics this week will include general information on MR as well as other concerns, such as use of medications for behaviors and therapies. We will also cover the latest info on seizures and their treatments. The campers will be ages 5-21, ambulatory, and have mild to moderate cognitive delays or a seizure disorder.

Session 6 July 13-18 Traditional DDRC
.This week will be similar to the traditional DDRC and cover a wide variety of topics about developmental disabilities. The campers will be ages 5-21 and many will have physical and cognitive disabilities. Those needing 24 hour medical care will be assigned to the infirmary.

Session 7 July 20-25 Autism/PDD
This session will be similar to Session 4, with similar types of campers. We added this second session for children with PDD due to the number on the waiting list last year. This will be a unique experience that can’t be duplicated anywhere else.

Session 8 July 27– Aug 1 Mental Retardation and/or Seizure Disorder
The topics this week will include general information on MR as well as other concerns, such as use of medications for behaviors and therapies. We will also cover the latest info on seizures and their treatments. The campers will be ages 5-21, ambulatory, and have mild to moderate cognitive delays or a seizure disorder.


Session 9 Aug 3-8 Traditional DDRC
This session will be similar to Session 6. The campers will be ages 21-45 with mild to moderate disabilities and possess basic self-care skills.

Each day you will receive lectures on the focus topic of the week and then join the CAMPers and counselors during activities for “hands on” training. Medical staff will assist in medication administration and care for the CAMPers and staff medical needs. Non-medical staff will be assisting with the other care needs of the CAMPers.
As you can tell, we will be offering a wide variety of DDRC courses this year. Many of the changes are in response to the comments and recommendations of previous DDRC participants. We look forward to getting your feedback after attending!

CEU's Info

We in the process of applying for CEU's, CME's, and other training hour certification for teachers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, paramedics, respiratory therapist, social workers, pharmacist, and pharmacy technicians.  As in years past, we submit that information to the appropriate programs and have to wait for the official reply for the number of hours that can be awarded in each field.  We will be posting that information as soon as it is available.  If you have any questions, please contact Judy Foster at 210-671-5230 or email at judy.foster@campcamp.org .

How to Apply

The 2008 Medical/Professional Volunteer Application is available online at www.campapps.org.

The deadline for medical and professional volunteers will be May 1, 2008. Due to limited space, it is recommended that you apply early. If you do not have access to the internet or have any questions, please contact:

Judy Foster
Phone :210-671-5230
Fax: 210-671-5225
judy.foster@campcamp.org

Download DDRC Brochure (require Adobe Acrobat)

More CAMP Info

  • Camp CAMP is located approximately 50 miles NW of San Antonio in Center Point, TX, on the Guadalupe River.
  • Campers and their counselors sleep in cabins. Usually the counselor/camper ratio is 1:1 and is maintained depending on the needs of the camper.
  • Professional Staff sleep in air conditioned staff cabins. Staff children will sleep at the Sioux (sibling) campsite or with their designated tribe, depending on their needs.
  • An 11 bed, well-equipped infirmary is available 24 hours to care for campers that are medically fragile, on designated weeks.
  • Each CAMP tribe follows an activity schedule which includes: swimming, canoeing, horseback riding, hiking, archery, crafts, petting zoo, music, outdoor cooking, and night activities. DDRC participants attend and assist with many of these activities.
  • Another great opportunity at CAMP is your ability to interact with and mentor many of our counselors. Our counselors, most ages 14-18, are volunteering their time and have an interest in the health care field. You will be amazed by their dedication!

DDRC Cost

The DDRC course, including the CEU/CMEs, is free to those who volunteer as medical/professional staff for the week. However, there will be a $100/per person charge, to help offset the room and board expenses, except for military on active duty.