How many of you read a book for fun? October is National Book Month. Reading is important because it can improve your cognitive function by challenging your brain with vocabulary. It also improves emotional well-being through reducing stress and feeling empathy. Reading books can also improve sleep, communication skills, and writing ability. The point of […]
October is officially National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and I want to share my experience working with a disability. After I graduated with my associate’s degree in web technology from Pellissippi State Community College, it took me five years to earn my associate’s degree; in contrast, people usually take only two years to complete it. […]
Hey counselors and friends! I was able to sign up for Summer 2026 early since I was at Camp ASCCA during Session 3 when lightning struck the dining hall. When I registered, I signed up for Session 3 again, and the theme during that week is going to be decades. If you registered for Summer […]
How often do you reserve self-care time for yourself? September is National Self-Care Awareness Month focusing on the importance of prioritizing one’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being. There are many ways to do self-care at home, probably more than you think. While some are small activities, they can go a long way and make a […]
Hello! My name is Gatlin McPherson, I’m a new guest blogger for Camp ASCCA. I have severe cerebral palsy, I use a power wheelchair to get around, and utilize a device called Tobii to communicate with. I have visited Camp ASCCA nine times, and have made great memories each time. I remember the first time […]
Hey Counselors and Friends! Here is the summer check-in recap: Upon arrival, Chris and Natalie checked everyone’s temperature while still in the car. Once parked, you would find Pearl, Logan, and Abby, who helped place luggage at the designated station before heading to the gym. Before reaching the gym, campers stopped at the T-shirt window […]
You may be a fan of cats, but do you have a dog or two at home that you cannot live without? You might like to know that August 26 is National Dog Day, and it is celebrated every year. No matter if dogs are pets or service animals, purebred, or rescue dogs, they play […]
Hey counselors and friends! I’m disappointed about not being able to complete Session 3 due to lightning strike that caused fire and water damage to the dining hall. Hopefully I’ll be back at either Fall or Christmas Weekend! Unfortunately, we were stuck in the cabin until 6:30 before being called into the Lion’s Lodge for […]
Did you know July is Disability Pride Month? Disability Pride Month is celebrated annually in the month of July. It honors the signing of the Americans with Disability Act on July 26, 1990, which was to prevent discrimination based on disabilities in employment, transportation and public accommodations. The purpose of Disability Pride Month is to […]
Hey counselors and friends! In the summertime, a lot of us have more chores to do around the house. We have to help out our parents since we’re at home! At home, I have a whole list of chores I’m responsible for. My daily chores include loading and unloading the dishwasher. Washing dishes by hand, […]
