Camp Orenda

Organizational Information

Parent Organization

Lions Club 14-J

Vision, Mission and/or Purpose of Organization

Camp Orenda is a residential summer health camp for people with disabilities. Accommodating 25-30 individuals for each of its 3 sessions, Camp Orenda offers a fun-filled week for campers seeking empowerment, community, and an amazing start to the summer. It's a home away from home and a time that is treasured and anticipated throughout the year!

History of Organization

Camp Orenda was founded in 1968 by Dr. Mary McGruder as a health camp for underpriviledged children. Throughout the years, with great devotion by P.D.G. Lion Glenn Brant and countless others, it has remained an integrated part of Indiana County as a health camp for people with disabilities. Many of our current campers are as old as the camp itself and would be more than happy to share their stories and memories with you.

Affiliations

United Way of Indiana County, A.B.A.T.E. of Indiana County, Lions Club 14-J

Funding Sources

Indiana Lions Club and the Lions Clubs of District 14-J (clubs located in service area), United Way of Indiana County, A.B.A.T.E. of Indiana County, and caring businesses and people like you!

Contact Information

Key Leader(s)

Contact Person(s)

Primary Address

Service Information

Service Area

Indiana, Cambria, Jefferson, Clearfield, Elk, and Cameron Counties.

Service Description

All camp-type activities are offered - arts and crafts, swimming, fishing, boating, games, etc.

Arts and Crafts

Sports

Field Trips

Music

Guest Speakers

Movies

Swimming

Fishing

Boating

Theater

Hiking

Camping

Cooking

Serving campers of all ages (18 - 65+) and accessibility needs (e.g. physical, mental, neurocognitive, etc.)

Guest Speakers, Presenters, and Activity Facilitators

Cook-Outs & Picnics

Keywords

Camp Orenda, Indiana, PA, Indiana, Pennsylvania, health camp, overnight camp, summer camp, people with disabilities, persons with disabilities, disability, disability community, disabled, special needs, disability services, autism-friendly, physical disab

Available Hours

Overnight health camp hosting 3 annual week-long sessions each summer. During camp, counselors, leadership, and nurse(s) are available at all times.

Fees/Cost for Services

$400 per session for each camper. Call Devin Vickroy concerning sponsors.

Eligibility Requirements

Open to any person with physical, mental, and/or neurocognitive disabilities 18 years or older. Many of our campers have attended camp every year since it began decades ago and have plenty of stories to share!

Required Documentation

Must fill out Camper Application, which includes a physical that is no more than 1 year old.

How to Access Services or Schedule Appointments

Email Executive Director Devin Vickroy at: lionscamporenda@gmail.com. Sponsorship may be available

Miscellaneous Information

Handicap Accessibility

Yes

Speaker Available

Yes

Volunteer Use

Yes

Volunteer Need

Yes

Volunteer Description

Assists counselors in creating positive experience for campers. Play games, socialize, help out with activities/crafts, go on educational field trips, and more! Camp Cook may also request help with dishes, serving, etc. Background checks required to volunteer.