Dream Street Camp: A Place Where Every Child Thrives
At Camp Dream Street, magic happens every summer. This five-day, overnight camp is specifically designed for children with physical disabilities, offering a safe and joyful environment where kids can simply be kids. From playing games to making lifelong friends, Dream Street is a place where barriers are broken, independence is fostered, and smiles abound.
In 2024, Dream Street made an exciting addition to its resources: two custom Shell Seating Systems from Testa-Seat. These adaptive seats were introduced to ensure that every child could experience the freedom of independent seating, even in the pool. Their lightweight, easy-to-clean, and versatile design allowed campers to participate in aquatic activities with postural independence, building confidence while having fun.
One of the camp organizers shared, “The Testa-Seats provided our kiddos with the independence they needed to just be kids, doing awesome kid stuff at camp. Whether in the pool or sitting on the floor, the seats made a huge difference in their ability to participate fully in camp activities.”
Dream Street’s dedication to creating an inclusive experience is truly inspiring. Founded in 1975, the camp’s mission has always been to provide children of all abilities the opportunity to have fun, build friendships, and grow through group life experiences. Held at URJ Henry S. Jacobs Camp in Utica, MS, Dream Street is completely free for campers, ensuring every child has the chance to attend.
Dream Street 2025 Dates and Details:
Camper Dates: Monday, May 26 – Friday, May 30
Location: URJ Henry S. Jacobs Camp, Utica, MS
Who Can Attend?: Children with physical disabilities seeking an empowering, inclusive camp experience.
The camp is staffed entirely by volunteers, including doctors, nurses, therapists, and other professionals, ensuring a safe and enriching environment for every child.
How Families Can Join the Fun
If you’re interested in registering your child for Camp Dream Street or learning more about the incredible opportunities it offers, visit www.dreamstreetms.org. The website provides all the details you need, including camper applications and ways to get involved as a volunteer.
Dream Street is more than just a camp—it’s a community that believes every child deserves the chance to play, explore, and thrive. With adaptive tools like Testa-Seats and a team of passionate volunteers, the possibilities for joy and connection are endless.
Let your child experience the magic of Dream Street Camp. Register today and let the adventure begin!
"Highly recommend Testa Seat! We purchased two Shell Seating Systems for an overnight camp for kids with disabilities. The price was extremely reasonable (if not inexpensive for adaptive equipment!), and they are easy to use, clean, and maintain. Alex was a dream to work with, helping us pin down the sizes and features to work for our campers. The seats provided our kiddos postural independence on the floor and in the pool so that could just be kids doing awesome kid stuff at camp!
Ellie Streiffer| Camp Dream Street
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