THose of you in Sumter with a child that has special needs. Apply For Camp
Camper applications can be obtained from the camp director. All children must provide a physician's approval and physical exam as a part of their application for camp.
The deadline for applications is March 1st .
Acceptance is determined on an individual basis. Many factors are considered including the child's physical disability; medical and personal needs; and whether or not the child has other recreational opportunities. Acceptance letters are mailed to parents in May.
For an application to attend Camp Burnt Gin, contact:
Marie I. Aimone, Camp Director
SC DHEC, CRS
Box 101106
Columbia, SC 29211
Phone: (803) 898-0784
Or, you may e-mail Ms. Aimone at: campburntgin@dhec.sc.gov
http://www.scdhec.gov/administration/library/CR-009974.pdf
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Monday, February 11, 2013
Saturday, December 29, 2012
Autism Poem
My autism makes me do things and I don't understand why,
I sometimes hurt other children and sometimes make them cry.
I don't always understand the words you say,
with the sounds buzzing round my brain,
the tiny noises you can't hear,
I hear again and again and again!
I need the rules to be followed and I don't like it when they're not.
I forget I'm not an adult and I tell you off ...a lot!
Sometimes when you come near me I think you are invading my space.
I may have an extreme reaction because I feel you're in my face!
I like to be first at everything and may push you in the queue.
I do not mean to be rude it's just something that I do.
I like to be the leader and take control of how we play.
I may get cross when I find that you will not play my way.
I don't like getting into trouble and I want to be your friend.
The unkind things I sometimes do are because my brain won't mend.
You may see me spin, hand flapping and body shaking till I go red.
It's just my way of coping with the lack of balance in my head.
I get fixated on a topic and will speak of it all day.
I do not mean to bore you but it's important for me to say.
So next time you see a meltdown, don't look and laugh and stare.
The child is not always naughty.
Please be AUTISM AWARE. from Single Mothers who have Children with Autism
Friday, November 16, 2012
YOU MAY BE FROM AN AUTISM HOUSEHOLD IF
YOU MAY BE FROM AN AUTISM HOUSEHOLD IF:
1. The locks and alarms on your doors are similar to those on prison cells.
2. You can spot another child on the spectrum from a mile away.
3. Your child can have the same thing for lunch every day and always enjoy it.
4. You are no longer alarmed by piercing, high pitched screams but only by the sound of broken glass.
5. You have memorized all the theme so
1. The locks and alarms on your doors are similar to those on prison cells.
2. You can spot another child on the spectrum from a mile away.
3. Your child can have the same thing for lunch every day and always enjoy it.
4. You are no longer alarmed by piercing, high pitched screams but only by the sound of broken glass.
5. You have memorized all the theme so
ngs from NICK Jr. or PBS Kids after having to listen to them daily even though your child is now a teenager.
6. You never get lost anywhere because your child is a human GPS.
7. The definition of a clean house is now, one that doesn’t have an overflowing trash can, dishes in the sink are rinsed, and laundry is at least in the hamper or in the basket.
8. Someone walks into your house and asks if you live in a dangerous neighborhood and you say no… the window locks, gate locks and three types of door locks are to keep my kid in… not bad guys out.
9. Your child is over the age of six and you still carry a diaper bag.
10. Your stress level is equivalent to that of a combat soldier at war.
11. You can communicate with your non-verbal child without using words, PECS or sign language.
12. You have a child that enjoys stripping down in winter and wearing layers of clothing in the summer.
13. You still have to tie your teenagers shoe laces.
14. You can relate to most of these and probably both laughed and cried reading them.
15. Your freezer is always stocked with chicken nuggets and French fries.
16. Your child has to sort his fruit loop cereals according to colors before eating them.
17. You have a neat ‘mess’ of perfectly lined toys/items all over the floor that you have to step over.
18. You have holes in your walls that were caused by your child’s head during meltdowns.
19. You know your child pooped…you just don’t know where.
20. Your dating life has become non-existent …um…What is dating again?
This list was compiled from responses given on our page atSingle Mothers who have Children with Autism.
6. You never get lost anywhere because your child is a human GPS.
7. The definition of a clean house is now, one that doesn’t have an overflowing trash can, dishes in the sink are rinsed, and laundry is at least in the hamper or in the basket.
8. Someone walks into your house and asks if you live in a dangerous neighborhood and you say no… the window locks, gate locks and three types of door locks are to keep my kid in… not bad guys out.
9. Your child is over the age of six and you still carry a diaper bag.
10. Your stress level is equivalent to that of a combat soldier at war.
11. You can communicate with your non-verbal child without using words, PECS or sign language.
12. You have a child that enjoys stripping down in winter and wearing layers of clothing in the summer.
13. You still have to tie your teenagers shoe laces.
14. You can relate to most of these and probably both laughed and cried reading them.
15. Your freezer is always stocked with chicken nuggets and French fries.
16. Your child has to sort his fruit loop cereals according to colors before eating them.
17. You have a neat ‘mess’ of perfectly lined toys/items all over the floor that you have to step over.
18. You have holes in your walls that were caused by your child’s head during meltdowns.
19. You know your child pooped…you just don’t know where.
20. Your dating life has become non-existent …um…What is dating again?
This list was compiled from responses given on our page atSingle Mothers who have Children with Autism.
Thursday, October 11, 2012
TOP 10 SNAPPY ANSWERS TO ANNOYING COMMENTS ABOUT AUTISM...
If you're a parent with a child on the spectrum, you've probably responded to the same annoying remarks and questions a thousand times. Here's a handy list of responses that...you'll probably never use out loud (but are fun to imagine using)!
1. He can’t be autistic -- he can talk! (or make eye contact, smile, engage)
And yet, amazingly, he’s still autistic! Y’see, autism is a spectrum disorder, and that means …
2. Oh, she must be SO good at math! (or science or music)
Actually, her great talent is in memorizing and reciting lines from Sponge Bob videos! (Or those annoying Thomas the Tank Engine songs!)
3. All he needs is more discipline, and he’ll get the message.
Yup, it’s true -- if you give a child enough time outs, he’ll just stop being autistic. And if I speak French to you loudly enough, you’ll become fluent!
4. You poor thing, it must be so upsetting to have a child with a disability.
Yes, it can be hard. And pity really helps me to get through the day and feel better about myself and my child. So…thanks so much!
5. Will he be able to go to college (or get married or hold down a job)?
Hm. Good question. By the way, has your daughter’s divorce been finalized yet? And I’m so sorry to hear that your son was recently laid off from his job…
6. I have a friend whose child was autistic, and she cured him!
Wow! So I guess she’s enjoying the millions she made after figuring out how to cure autism? I bet her second home is a yacht!
7. If she can’t behave properly, you shouldn’t BRING her to the grocery store!
Wow -- that would be great. Should I fax you my grocery list, or send it by email? I’ll really enjoy the delivery service!
8. We can’t include him in typical classes, it wouldn’t be fair to the other kids.
Hm, that’s an interesting perspective. So I guess you have a pretty big endowment to pay for all the law suits? That must be great!
9. We can’t accept her at our school because she doesn’t have a learning disability
Ohhhh… what a shame! Oh, wait, look, she’s suddenly developed dyslexia! Can she come to your school now?
10. You should make more time for yourself!
You’re so right! So will you be babysitting tonight or tomorrow night?
~ Lisa Jo Rudy via About.com
2. Oh, she must be SO good at math! (or science or music)
Actually, her great talent is in memorizing and reciting lines from Sponge Bob videos! (Or those annoying Thomas the Tank Engine songs!)
3. All he needs is more discipline, and he’ll get the message.
Yup, it’s true -- if you give a child enough time outs, he’ll just stop being autistic. And if I speak French to you loudly enough, you’ll become fluent!
4. You poor thing, it must be so upsetting to have a child with a disability.
Yes, it can be hard. And pity really helps me to get through the day and feel better about myself and my child. So…thanks so much!
5. Will he be able to go to college (or get married or hold down a job)?
Hm. Good question. By the way, has your daughter’s divorce been finalized yet? And I’m so sorry to hear that your son was recently laid off from his job…
6. I have a friend whose child was autistic, and she cured him!
Wow! So I guess she’s enjoying the millions she made after figuring out how to cure autism? I bet her second home is a yacht!
7. If she can’t behave properly, you shouldn’t BRING her to the grocery store!
Wow -- that would be great. Should I fax you my grocery list, or send it by email? I’ll really enjoy the delivery service!
8. We can’t include him in typical classes, it wouldn’t be fair to the other kids.
Hm, that’s an interesting perspective. So I guess you have a pretty big endowment to pay for all the law suits? That must be great!
9. We can’t accept her at our school because she doesn’t have a learning disability
Ohhhh… what a shame! Oh, wait, look, she’s suddenly developed dyslexia! Can she come to your school now?
10. You should make more time for yourself!
You’re so right! So will you be babysitting tonight or tomorrow night?
~ Lisa Jo Rudy via About.com
Saturday, August 25, 2012
Copywriter, Amazon Shoes
RESPONSIBILITIES
Do you go ga-ga for galoshes or crazy for cardigans? The Amazon.com Fashion Team is looking for a savvy copywriter to translate a passion for fashion into an engaging and accurate shopping experience that influences purchases and drives sales. Not only do our copywriters create appealing product descriptions for shoes, handbags, and clothing items, but also manage classification and keyword data to maintain an easy-to-navigate online fashion store.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Writing accurate, grammatically correct product titles and descriptions and providing high-quality copy and details in keeping with the Amazon.com voice and brand
- Examining existing product details and keyword data for accuracy
- Troubleshooting products that appear incorrectly on the site to keep navigation clear
- Managing data in multiple catalogs using multiple tools
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of current fashion trends, clothing styles and terminology
- Upholding a high productivity level and working with other teams to meet aggressive service levels
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Experience editing and fact-checking
- Proven experience working under strict deadlines and the ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word to manage large amounts of data
- Two years of copywriting experience
- Previous fashion or retail experience
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