In 2017, more than 100 participants raised over $450,000 for these inspiring programs. We serve a variety of campers, including those with ADHD, anxiety, autism, communication disorders, developmental and intellectual disabilities. 3:00 PM EDT 2:00 PM EDT Monday, April 27 Tzevet Game Night with Ramah Wisconsin The Jewish environment at Ramah was so inviting and memorable, and friendships we created with other counselors will be lifelong. 9:30 AM EDT Participants are valued members of Ramah Darom, enjoying all aspects of our Camp and Jewish community. 8:00 PM EDT Friday, April 24 Campers in the Tikvah program enjoy swimming, hiking, sports, and arts and crafts, and also attend daily services, study Hebrew, and learn Jewish customs. Click here to meet the Board of Directors. 7:00 PM EDT 2021 includes $510,215 of fully forgiven 1st round of PPP loan. 19004. As usual, Rashi understands exactly how I feel. 2:00 pm EDT Crip Camp Film Discussion All Rights Reserved. Please find a packing list specific to Taste of Ramah. Fax: (781) 702-5239, 39 Bennett Street Our Chai Society is a critical group of philanthropic leaders who are instrumental in supporting the vision and missions of camp. Call: (215) 885-8556. A Virtual Tour of Machaneh Yehuda Sunday, May 10 12:00 PM EDT Join Ramah Israel on a virtual tour of the shuk at night! Stephanie StraussTikvah Director(215) 885-8556. Watch Making the Perfect Cup of Coffee: Coffee & Torah Each kayitz we strive to improve our specialty programming for chanichim and tzevet at camp. Being a Mem.I.T. Camp Yofiat Ramah Darom is a nationally acclaimed program for Jewish families with children with autism spectrum disorders between the ages of 6 and 13. Ramah Day Camp | Facilities & Virtual Tour 2618 Upper Woods Road Lakewood, PA 18439 Call: (570) 798-2504 Campers in Breira live in a bunk, side-by-side with their same age peers. 8:00 PM EDT Are you looking for Jewish learning opportunities during 2022? Would you like to meet new people in a meaningful way? Join Maya Zinkow from Ramah Wisconsin. Reflections on Our Third Year of TikvahNet: How We've Expanded Social and Leadership Opportunities for Ramah Alumni with Disabilities, Growing Virtual Vocational and Social Programs for Ramah Alumni with Disabilities, TikvahNet: Ramahs Virtual Vocational Training and Socialization Program, What It Means to Be Essential - During COVID and Beyond. Elana Naftalin-KelmanTikvah Director(310) 476-8571. Our highly staffed and structured programmatic day offers participants various opportunities to learn and grow through real summer camp experiences within a safe, nurturing environment that promotes independence, social skills and self-confidence. The Ramah Israel Bike Ride and Hiking Trip is a fully supported, seven-day ride or hike through southern Israel that raises funds to support Ramah programs for children, teens and young adults with disabilities. Monday Morning Movement Through individualized approach and support by highly skilled staff, campers build friendships, gain a sense of autonomy, develop independent living skills, learn problem-solving skills, grow as members of the Ramah Darom community, and most importantly, have fun! Amitzim is a 4-week or 8-week overnight camping program serving 13- to 18-year-olds with learning, social, and developmental differences, including developmental and intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and neurological impairments. Tzevet Limmud with Rabbi Rebecca Schatz Join Ramah Canada for a hadracha training on present-day leadership. Lakewood, PA Wednesday, May 27 Click, for a sample daily schedule of our Taste program and. JoinRabbi Josh Warshawsky, Ramah alum and nationally touring Jewish musician, for songs to welcome Shabbat. Bala Cynwyd, PA 2:00 PM EDT Last summer, Ramah Day Camp had 20 Mem.I.T.s. View calendar of all Reshet Ramah and Ramah College Network events here, Ramah Maariv Minyan Lawrence and Eva LevittDrs. The first is Rashi. Taste of Ramah is intended to be the first step toward what we hope will be a life-long journey with the Ramah Poconos community. Monday, April 6 6:00 PM EDT The second are his descendants, that is, My little Rashiim, the chanichim (campers), who would answer my questions. }).resize(); Why Ramah Day Camp Facilities & Virtual Tour. Before Camp Overview; . With safe, sturdy bunk-beds and bed rails, ample cubby space, a covered porch, electricity and indoor bathroom and shower facilities, and newly installed large fans on every ceiling, your child will quickly learn to call their cabin home. Thursday, April 23 Call: (215) 885-8556. 8:00 PM EDT 8:00 PM EDT. From bunk stargazing, to our song & dance festival, and the space we were come together for a ruach-filled Kabbalat Shabbat, the Beit Knesset represents the center of our camp community. The Jewish Fast Day of Tisha BAv begins at sundown on Saturday, August 6th. Monday, April 13 And you our community found the strength and took the steps to support our organization by donating almost a half a million dollars and rolling over almost one million dollars in tuition to Summer 2021. Come and join us for an energizing workout session with Ilana Milstein, certified personal trainer and Ramah Berkshires parent. I cannot thank everyone there enough!!! After your lifetime, your bequest or end-of-life gift will become a part of Camp Ramah in the Poconoss unrestricted endowment fund and forever identify you as a devoted supporter of our mission to create life-long Jewish connections, one happy camper at a time. Tuesday, April 28 Suite #103 Sunday, May 24 Enrollment of campers with disabilities is made on an individual basis to ensure that children can thrive in the program. Twice a week they manage and run Yedibean, a coffee shop for Camp staff. with Rabbi Joe Menashe, Executive Director of Ramah California. Ramah . In addition to the leadership in their work placement(s), they are also supported by a shared job coach to assist with time management, job performance, and social facilitation among peers. Sunday, April 26 Our Dining Hall comfortably seats 600 people; and our entire camp loves coming together in our outdoor . . Take the Virtual Tour; FAQ'S; Current Families. The Tikvah Program at Camp Ramah in the Poconos offers children and young adults with special needs and their families a continuum of experiences and opportunities for growth in the areas of Jewish identity, socialization, independence and much more. Our Ramah Tikvah programs vary widely in their size, structure, and the support needs of their campers, but all strive to integrate campers with disabilities into the wider camp community. 4:00 PM EDT These individuals work in different areas around camp, learning job skills, time management and teamwork, and enjoy traditional camp activities, such as swimming, boating, art and sports. In the morning, our campers will have time to participate in some closing rituals to the Taste experience before parent arrival. Join this Ramah Wisconsin tradition of Israeli dancing to lead into Shabbat. Facilities & Virtual Tour. Ezra participants develop life and social/recreational skills through participation in age-appropriate camper and staff activities. Chancellor Eisen was at Camp Ramah in Northern California this summer, where he met with campers in the oldest age group. Participants are staff members who contribute to the camp kehillah (community) while receiving the additional guidance and oversight to ensure their success in their summer roles. The virtual tour was announced on June 29 and is maintained by MCHA staff. with Miles Greenspoon and Daniel Fischer, Ramah Nyack, Shirah As Miryam Seid takes on the role of Executive Director, I couldnt be more optimistic about the future of camp. Yes, we shall go from strength to strength, with the right people leading us. Gain / Loss snapshot unrealized market valuation. Talking about Transitions Suite #103 Lakewood, PA // ]]>. Upcoming Events Ramah Poconos - Reshet Ramah It is an opportunity for your child to experience 6 days filled with quintessential Ramah Poconos activities: friendship, learning and fun. These four young adults added so much value to our Tikvah program and overall community. It gave me a chance to be a leader and take on great responsibilities. Truly - . by family car. Ramah Day Camp's camper care team consists of educators and the Tikvah director, who has a background in special education. Arthur* and Ella Feldman and the Sitchin Foundation Dr. Amy J. GoldbergTerri Hartman* and Bruce GoldbergLaura Sklar and Daniel GoldsteinDavid and Pearl Graub Goldstein and FamilyHarold Grinspoon FoundationDonna Goldblum Haas and David I. HaasDr. Stroud Mansion was built in 1795 by Colonel Jacob Stroud for his eldest son, John Stroud, Amy Leiser told the Pocono Record for an earlier article. Sara SchonwetterTikvah Support Program Director(404) 531-0801. Wednesday, June 10 Global Nosh N Learn with Avidan Halivni & Marom Berlin Reuben and Diane RomirowskyMichal and Adam ScheerIlana Glazier and Dr. Lowell SchmeltzSuzanne and Jared ScloveMiryam and Adam SeidStacy and Matthew SeltzerSusie and Ken ShearThe Skier FoundationSusan and Richard StoneSusan Ganz and Howard SugarmanSarah and Jeff VogelJenifer and Martin WachsJuliet I. Spitzer and Philip WachsJoan WohlRabbi Lisa Malik and Dr. Abraham WynerRabbi Eric and Dava YanoffRobin and Greg ZappinAlan Zucker, *Member, Board of Directors**Current or Immediate Past President, Board of Directors*** Chairs, 2021 Annual Chai Campaign. Our Mitbachon (programming kitchen space) was transformed by delicacies of the Middle East and Asia as Adeena and Tomer each took a week to run hands-on workshops in their area of expertise; Adeena brought us the flavors of Israel and Tomer the art of sushi making. Join Ramah New Englands Simon Luxemburg, Pamela Kekst & Emma Neusner for a Ramah Program Incubator. Thursday, April 23 Campers in the Tikvah program participate in a wide range of camp activities in three specialty tracks: performing arts, ocean exploration, and adventure sports. Q&A with Mike Sweetney, former NBA player and mental health advocate, Ramah Maariv Minyan Monday, April 13 2:00 PM EDT Camp Ohr Lanuat Ramah California is for families that have children with disabilities. Tuesday, June 9 Learn how to make Matza Brittle with Leora from Ramah Israel, Monday Morning Movement Many campers and staff arrived at camp and found new, safer flooring, too. The Atzmayim program provides a supportive framework for participants to interact with the general staff population, who serve as their role models. Wednesday, May 6 Call: (570) 798-2504, 7 Bala Avenue 8:00 PM EDT Camp Ramah in the Poconos operates under the auspices of the Jewish Theological Seminary and serves as the camping arm of the Conservative Movement of Judaism. 9:30 AM EDT 8:00 PM EDT Programs April 12-14, Monday Morning Movement Maavar is a transitional program for Yedidim campers who are 16+ years old that bridges Yedidim and Touchnit Avodah. The Tikvah Support Program enhances the entire camp, enabling us to teach our campers by experiencing what it means to live in a truly inclusive Jewish community. Read Ramah Vocational Training, January 2022 Update. Camp Ramah in the Poconos is a Pennsylvania overnight Jewish summer camp for kids and teens. 12:30 PM EDT, May Mental Health Awareness Month Ramah Poconos! Suite #103 Our campers enjoy a summer of growth, exploration, excitement, friendships, learning, community, and lots and lots of fun! The Tikvah Programis a six-week program for teens with developmental disabilities, ages 12-22. In 2019, the mansion was the site of an archaeological dig led by Dr. Jonathan Burns of Juniata College. Tuesday, March 31