Camp Chatterbox-Camper

CAMPER CRITERIA
1. Children and youth who currently communicate using dynamic voice output AAC systems.
2. Able to participate in therapy and recreation activities without requiring one-to-one behavioral support.
3. Demonstrate a range of skills using AAC devices including but not limited to:
a. Engaging in play activities and using device to answer questions with 1 or 2 symbol responses;
b. Responding to more complex syntactic abilities addressing critical thinking and/or pragmatic language goals.

AGES
5-21 years old

DETAILS
All campers participate in a range of social, recreational, and educational activities to promote use of their communication systems and interact with other children. Therapy activities are led by licensed and ASHA-certified Speech Language Pathologists, special education teachers, recreational therapists, and other qualified professionals. In addition, recreational activities include swimming, nature exploration, art, and sports. Each evening, campers, siblings, parents, and staff gather for activities such as campfires, dances, and a camp talent show at the end of the week.

LOCATION
Rising Treetops at Oakhurst
111 Monmouth Road
Oakhurst, NJ 07755

GOALS
-Facilitate AAC device use throughout the day to build expressive language and critical thinking skills in a fun and functional environment.
-Increase peer to peer socialization/interaction during group activities.
-Establish relationships within the camp community.

Note:

DURING REGISTRATION on RecDesk as “Camp Chatterbox-Camper,” please submit the following:
1. Approved Pick-Up List (1 per camper/sibling under 18)
2. Media Release Form
3. Communication Device Form
4. Activity Connection Screening Form
5. Statement of Agreement
6. Health Form
7. Non-refundable camp deposit of $200 paid either online or via check; full camp registration fee of $1,000 must be paid by check or online before May 31st, 2025.

VIA EMAIL, FAX or MAIL please submit before May 31, 2025.
1. Medication Form – All medications must be submitted to nurse at check-in (if applicable)
2. A copy of immunization records (collect from physician and submit with medical packet)
3.A copy of current Speech, OT, and PT reports.
4. A copy/picture of device screens or overlay
5.. A recent photo of camper.

Email: CampChatterbox@childrens-specialized.org
Fax: (908) 301-5503
Mailing Address:
Children’s Specialized Hospital
Attention: Activity Connection, Elizabeth Trembley
150 New Providence Road
Mountainside, NJ 07092
**Please keep a copy of these documents for your records**

PAYMENT
Payment for all attending family members is due before May 31st, 2025.

If paying via Check:
Check must be made payable to: CHILDREN’S SPECIALIZED HOSPITAL with “Camp Chatterbox” written in the Memo of the check.

Camper registration ends April 30th, 2025.

*If requested, you may receive a partial refund before June 1, 2025. No refunds will be granted after this date. Deposit is non-refundable.*

Program Type Summer Camp
Program Subcategory Residential Camp
Program Code -
Online Registration Yes
Enrollment Begin Date 1/2/2025
Enrollment End Date 5/31/2025
Instructor(s)
Liz Trembley
Kat Tappan Verderosa
Emily Zuckerman
Liz, Kat, Emily
Gender Any Gender
Enrollment Minimum 1
Maximum 18
Grade Minimum
Maximum
Age Minimum 5 years Enforced - As of date 8/10/2025
Maximum 21 years Enforced - As of date 8/10/2025
Camp
Residency Restriction -None-
Membership Restrictions Camp Chatterbox
Amount $1,000.00
Camp
Residency Restriction -None-
Membership Restrictions CSH Benefit Fund
Amount $0.00
Sunday - 08/10/2025
Start Time 8:00 AM
End Time 8:00 PM
Location Rising Treetops at Oakhurst
Monday - 08/11/2025
Start Time 8:00 AM
End Time 8:00 PM
Location Rising Treetops at Oakhurst
Tuesday - 08/12/2025
Start Time 8:00 AM
End Time 8:00 PM
Location Rising Treetops at Oakhurst
Wednesday - 08/13/2025
Start Time 8:00 AM
End Time 8:00 PM
Location Rising Treetops at Oakhurst
Thursday - 08/14/2025
Start Time 8:00 AM
End Time 8:00 PM
Location Rising Treetops at Oakhurst
Friday - 08/15/2025
Start Time 8:00 AM
End Time 8:00 PM
Location Rising Treetops at Oakhurst
Saturday - 08/16/2025
Start Time 8:00 AM
End Time 8:00 PM
Location Rising Treetops at Oakhurst