New equipment makes all the difference for special campers

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A camp for those with disabilities gets a makeover.

Justin White looks forward to coming to Civitan day camp. But this year, Justin and the other campers get to try out some new equipment.

It may not be music to everyone's ears, but this new piece of equipment could help someone with autism play to the beat of their own drum.

"They tend to respond a little bit more to the equipment that responds back to them," casmp supervisor Jaybeth Coachman said..

The new toys include a funky teeter-totter that can hold up to 12 people, but is easier to get on and off than a traditional one. And of course, one can find lot's of the equipment that can be turned into musical instruments. Some geometric-shaped platforms are quite a challenge to walk across.

But it's more than just about new equipment. The interaction with the other campers helps Kristine McConnell become less shy around others.

The camps are completely full for the rest of the season. Registration for next year starts next March.

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