Disability-friendly family camp currently accepting applications
01 May 2024 - 12:00AM
When you have a loved one with a disability, taking a family
vacation can feel impossible.
That’s why Joni and Friends, an international disability
ministry, is hosting a summer Family Retreat in Nebraska. Family
Retreat is a fully accessible camp environment that offers a haven
to families living with disability so they can be cared for,
rejuvenated and encouraged in faith.
Volunteer buddies support, encourage and fellowship each
individual with a disability, which allows siblings and parents to
focus on quality time rather than caregiving.
Joni and Friends is currently accepting applications for both
participant families and volunteers.
Nebraska Family Retreat
July 29 — Aug. 2
The Crossing Retreat Center
Lexington, Nebraska
Amenities and activities include:
- Recreation room with ice cream shop and amazing
coffee
- Wide variety of exciting activities such as go carts, indoor
heated pool, archery tag, mini golf, outdoor games, and disc
golf
- Hotel-style lodging: ADA compliant, air-conditioned rooms with
private bathroom
- Nightly campfires
- Laundry facilities
- Buffet-style meals that accommodate many food
sensitivities.
Every member of the family will feel at home, enjoying
relaxation, recreation, and fellowship with other families
navigating disability.
This retreat is held on a small, intimate campus with accessible
paths to all buildings. Come enjoy fun activities, delicious food,
unforgettable moments, supportive community, and spiritual
refreshment.
Even after families leave Family Retreat, they will have a
Christ-centered community to support them as they travel back
home.
For more information, visit
https://joniandfriends.org/event/nebraska-family-retreat/.
About Joni and Friends
For 45 years, Joni and Friends has provided the hope of the
Gospel and practical care to people living with disability across
the globe. Ministry programs include Joni’s House, Wheels for the
World, Family Retreats, and disability ministry training. Joni and
Friends also delivers daily inspirational media through radio
programs and podcasts. To find out more, please visit
www.joniandfriends.org.
- Good times at Family Retreat
Rochelle Humphrey
Joni and Friends
(402) 230-8292
rhumphrey@joniandfriends.org