BEST SUMMER
EVER
Take it from the people who've lived it...
there's no summer job quite like one at Timber Pointe.
"My internship at Timber Pointe was an incredibly valuable and transformative experience that enriched my understanding of my chosen field of study, and influenced my career goals. One of the most significant benefits of this experience was the opportunity to develop my professional skills in a real-world setting. I gained practical experience in leadership, problem-solving and adaptability, which will be essential in my future career as a healthcare administrator. This experience also changed my perspective on people with disabilities, and deepened my commitment to advocating for inclusion and equity in all aspects of my professional and personal life. The lessons I learned here and the relationships I built will continue to shape my professional journey, inspiring me to create inclusive, supportive, and empowering environments in my future endeavors."
Peter-Shae
Public Health major
The inclusive and adaptive programs at Timber Pointe have shaped my worldview and affirmed my desire to become an Occupational Therapist. Seeing the way that spaces like this can be set up for all individuals to succeed has inspired me. I want to bring that inclusive mindset into my work as an OT, showing my clients that with the right adaptations, they can achieve anything!"
Ellen
Occupational Therapy (MS) Student
"Camp is a place that allows anyone to come as they are. There is no specific mold here that someone must fit into. I love working at a place that accepts everyone for their differences, and I love helping create the best summer full of laughter and memories that truly will last a lifetime."
Lucas
Special Education Teacher, Family & Child major with concentration in Child Life
"Camp gives me the opportunity to live out my goal of being who I needed when I was younger, and that is so special to me. I'm so grateful for places like TPOC that truly exemplify unconditional love, inclusion, and belonging."
EMMA
Elementary and Special Education major
"I remember you (Camp Director) telling me during my interview that the summer would be life changing... I got to truly see that firsthand. I fell in love with the campers and the environment itself- to love and support unconditionally, and be loved and supported unconditionally... you don't find that many places. My ability to connect with people was strengthened, and working in such a fast-paced, ever-changing environment gave me an adaptive mindset that is so important for my future."
Makaia
Public Health major
Women, Gender, Sexuality Studies minor
"I was recently accepted into multiple DPT programs... I was able to highlight my work at camp both during my personal statement and in my interview responses. I'm forever thankful for the time I spent at camp with the kiddos and the staff!"
IZAACK
Doctorate of Physical Therapy student
"Camp makes me feel vibrant, capable, curious, and truly myself. It's the best place on earth and has the best energy to support individual and team growth while making lifelong friends. I will always know Timber Pointe as my second home, and will be endlessly grateful for finding a passion of working with people with disabilities. It has brought me so much joy, and will continue to for the rest of my life. Thank you for all the guidance and knowledge you have taught me."
FRIDAE
Paraprofessional, Physical Education major
"Camp totally changed my life. It has been amazing to see the growth in campers and myself over the summers and to see camp itself change and grow too!"
ELLIE
Paraprofessional
"Camp is a place of happiness and family to me. Everyone that is there is so important and loved, and camp is a place that lets you feel that. There's nowhere else that pushes you to grow and be your best self in the way that camp does."
JAY
Substitute Teacher, Special Education major with Early Childhood Special Education endorsement
"I got offered/accepted an internship, and feel comfortable supporting behavioral needs because of Timber Pointe. I brought up camp so much in my interview and all that I learned there! Timber Pointe is always in my heart."
Julie
Therapeutic Recreation major
