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Ramp it Up! with Yachad
is a summer program for high school students.* Students spend the week building an accessibility ramp for a lower-income homeowner with disabilities. Work is done under the supervision of a professional carpenter and counselor. Using team work, 4x4s and power tools, students develop leadership skills, learn about issues of poverty, civil rights and Jewish values of tikkun olam—repairing the world.
Choose a session or two!
Each work day is from 9am-4pm*
(Some locations might be subject to change depending on sign up numbers)
Session I
June 16-20
Suitland, MD, 20746
OPEN
A mother of four and longtime Washington-area resident, once incredibly social and active, is only able to leave her home with assistance. With a new ramp she will be able to go grocery shopping, visit with friends, attend church, enjoy the outdoors and become independent again.
Session II
June 16-20
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
OPEN
A 9 year-old girl lives with her hearing impaired mother in a home in Gaithersburg. The girl has quadriplegic cerepral palsy and for the last four years in the residence, both her and her mother have struggled to get her in and out of the house. With the assistance of the ramp, both mom and daughter will lead happier and easier lives.
Session III
June 23-27
FULL
Alexandria, VA 22306
A young Latin American immigrant was victim to a random act of violence only a year after arriving in America. A gunshot wound to his spinal cord paralyzed him and the aggressor was never found. Now, living with limited English skills, he has particular difficulty advocating for himself. A determined student, he struggles to leave his house to get to and from English class. A ramp will give him a fresh start and help him obtain independence.
*Student must have completed freshman year to participate.
**Time may vary.
-All locations are near the Beltway, and reasonably close to a Metro stop.
-Carpooling and rides to and from the Metro can be arranged.
-$350.00 per session.
More information: 202 296-8563, RampitUp@yachad-dc.org
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Selection Process
Yachad reviews every application to ensure the participants are a good fit for the program. It is likely that applicants will receive a call from the camp director to conduct a brief interview on the phone. There is a running acceptance and there is limited space in each session so we encourage you to get your application in as early as possible.
View pictures and watch videos from last year's sessions:
Session I
Session II
Read stories from years past
For more information, email RampitUp@yachad-dc.org.
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