HiJason, The nursing home expense was an effective strategy. I agree that cost should not be the issue. There should never be a price on the quality of our...
Greetings, I attempted a two-person lift and I ended up wedged between two people in my bed as all three of us fell into my bed at the same time. I felt like...
We do a 1-person lift every morning. That's simply what works best for us. I realize that there are other people for whom a hoyer is a better option, or for...
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May 1, 2008 6:47 pm
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Hello Fellow DMD'ers - For all of you who went to camp (and had the best time of your life) - have you heard that the max age limit has been changed to 17...
First of all, I do think that, if they change it, the change should be gradual + not sprung upon people. Second (and here's where I get controversial): I think...
Jessica, A few things: 1) Were you a camper? How many years? Did you enjoy your experience? 2) I agree 18+ should be allowed to counselors or volunteers if...
We fought this before when they enforce the 21 year old limit. I think it was 1984. It villainized our regional director for many people until the guy...
Yes, we got the letter earlier this week. Here's what it says; and I quote: "MDA remains committed to offering a top-qualiy camping program; however, ...
Personally, my son would not be able to be a counselor because he needs assistance himself. I think that he should still be able to go to camp until he's 21. ...
I thought that my son said that one of the guys here was a counselor after he turned 21 but I'm not sure and if so how it happened. I'll ask him. It's hard to...
Jason-- You're right that I didn't go to MDA camp, it's a caveat that I should have put in my first e-mail, but I was typing by blackberry, so I kept it short....
I knew for a number of years, MDA has been trying to lower the age, but I'm shocked that no notice had been given about the change. I'm very upset also. My...
... Good point, Jessica. This could be viewed as an opportunity to advocate for age appropriate summer programs. With everyone's attention on this, it might be...
Thanks, Jonathan... I was just thinking, I'm pretty sure that the summer Pete was 17, he attended a mainstream summer program at the college he later ...
Here is our official flyer we've made up to go to our local MDA office for distribution to all of the local DMD/BMD families here. Care Givers Co-op Sharing...
I think you might also want to distribute through other organizations (PPMD bulletin board; craigslist.org) to reach the widest possible audience. -Jessica ......
First - Note to all who have commented on this subject - THANK YOU! I plan to respond to everyone ASAP. Tom - It is interesting to read about your experience....
Adele, That sounds like a really good idea. The flyer makes sense and I think it will connect with the audience you are trying to enlist. I agree with ...
I have already done that. Thanks for thinking about that. Adele _____ From: dmdpioneers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:dmdpioneers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of...
I've never heard of that. Thanks. Adele _____ From: dmdpioneers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:dmdpioneers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Jason Gallagher Sent:...
Our backpage tends to have the same posts as craigslist, but that might vary from city to city. Another place we look for caregivers is GreenSheet, a local...
Adele, That is exactly what they have done-kids can go to camp through age 17. When they are adults at 18, they can't. I was happy my kids could go to camp...
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May 2, 2008 3:18 pm
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Sounds like bullshit to me. On Thu, May 1, 2008 at 11:47 PM, sherri Waala <putupyerfeet@...> ... [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]...
I was just talking to the local MDA office healthcare services case aide on the phone about the change in age limit for summercamp. Apparently, corporate...
Hi Jessica, That's a GREAT idea! I attended MDA camp until I was 15. I enjoyed it very much, but by then, it was time to move on and look to my future. The...
Yes, Josh, the old ways die hard. They're so used to us barely making it out of childhood that they don't know what to do. Jessica hit the nail on the head...
I just wanted to say thank you to the people who have replied to my question on lifting. I will take all things into consideration obviously. Thank you...
Not Jessica, But, I see what you mean Josh. It's just that we live in a rural setting--South Dakota and I haven't found many activities suited to my son....
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