A Message from Our Executive Director
Risa Paskoff | Executive Director
All children, regardless of ability and disability, should have the opportunity to engage in recreational activities with their peers, separate and apart from a school setting. Splashing in the pool with friends, riding a horse for the first time, playing a game of kickball, seeing a magician, petting a bunny or even a snake…these are all activities that occur, in addition to trips to Hershey Park, bowling and miniature golf. At Aaron’s Acres, we can make that happen due to having professional supervisory staff and our low staff to child ratio. We are able to accept all children and meet their needs accordingly. The child who has a seizure disorder or the child who is older and still wearing diapers can participate in all of our activities and receive the appropriate support and accommodations.
We are now celebrating our 25th anniversary (in 2023)! Time has flown by as we have increased the frequency of our programs, expanded the ages of the individuals whom we serve and have continued our outreach efforts in order to meet the needs of this population along with their families.
Aaron’s Acres is all about connections. We truly believe that we are where we are today because of these connections. Our goal is to connect with children and young adults with disabilities and their families as well as connecting with the community with people of all ages, backgrounds and experiences. By focusing on these connections, our belief is that we can create a more inclusive setting for everyone. Barriers can be broken down and relationships can be formed. High school volunteers, undergraduate students, professionals (in the field of special education, occupational therapy, etc.), community service clubs, other non-profits and businesses have connected with us to create the Aaron’s Acres experience!
Come and join us as we continue to grow and expand our programs to children and young adults with disabilities along with their families.
Contact Aaron’s Acres to learn more about our organization, how you can help support our cause or how you can visit us in person for the opportunity to see our summer camp program in action.
Aaron’s Acres is a non-profit organization that accepts everyone, regardless of disability or financial limitations for our programs. The organization is non-discriminatory and accepts everyone regardless of religious affiliations, race, or sexual orientation (as staff, volunteers, donors, participants, and their families). Everyone is welcome at Aaron’s Acres.
