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PHYSICAL DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
RESOURCES
Disability.gov
Disability.gov is the United States’ federal government website for
comprehensive information on disability programs and services in
communities nationwide. The site links to more than 14,000 resources
from federal, state and local government agencies; academic institutions;
and nonprofit organizations. You can find answers to questions about
everything from Social Security benefits to employment to affordable and
accessible housing. For more information, visit
.
RETREATS AND CAMPS
Camp Discovery
For young people with chronic skin conditions, Camp Discovery offers a
summer camping experience unlike any they’ve had before. Every year, the
American Academy of Dermatology sponsors a week of fishing, boating,
swimming, water skiing, arts and crafts, and just plain fun. For more
information, visit
.
Camp Mak-A-Dream
One week can change a lifetime. This is the core belief at Camp Mak-A-
Dream. The organization’s mission is to provide a medically supervised,
cost-free Montana experience, in an intimate community setting, for
children, young adults and families affected by cancer. Retreats are offered
for adult cancer survivors, young adults, kids and other groups. For more
information, visit
or call 406.549.5987.
Healing Odyssey
Healing Odyssey is a nonprofit organization providing recovery and cancer
support programs for cancer survivors. Their programs offer the practical
tools, skills-building and support needed to cope effectively with the life-
altering effects of a cancer diagnosis and treatment. For more information,
visit
or call 949.951.3930.
Stowe Weekend of Hope
The Stowe Weekend of Hope, through a partnership of Vermont’s medical
community and Stowe’s hospitality businesses, offers an educational
and inspirational retreat weekend for cancer survivors and their families.
Through the various activities and educational offerings, cancer survivors
