Aidance Skincare Donation Helps Make Autism Surf Camp Possible

Woonsocket, RI (PRWEB) May 06, 2013

One in every 88 children in the United States has autism, up 78 percent from 2002 - making it the fastest-growing serious developmental disability in the U.S. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), autism is a lifelong neuro-developmental disorder characterized by early onset of problems with social interaction and communication, and unusual, stereotyped behaviors. There is no cure, and treatments that work wonders for one child may have little impact on another.

Still, the calming and therapeutic qualities of the ocean seem to benefit each autistic child who participates in the Surfers Healing RI day camp. The camp is free of charge for children and their families, who travel to Narragansett Beach each September to learn to surf alongside professionals from across the nation.

One camper, nine-year-old Bailey Reuss, hopes to make 2013 his third year participating. The RI camp will be held on September 14th. Throughout the country, camps are held from June-September on a first come, first served basis. All travel, accommodations, food and surf camp expenses are fully covered by the national nonprofit organization Surfers Healing, making the experience possible for many families.

The RI camp has grown from 60 children in 2009 to an expected 170 this year, with a growing waiting list. More than 700 people attended last years event to show support and cheer on the surfers.

"Surfers Healing has given our son a day just for him to do something unimaginable. It is an amazing organization run by selfless, caring individuals with big hearts, Baileys parents, Jonathan and Dawn Reuss share.

For the first time, Aidance Skincare, an all-natural therapeutic skincare company based in Woonsocket, RI, has partnered with Surfers Healing RI. Their donation will contribute to travel and camp expenses for surfers and their families, to help make the 2013 event possible.

Aidance products combine natural ingredients for fast, targeted healing of a range of challenging skin problems, and are sensitive enough for the entire family. Soothing ointments including Terrasil Skin Repair and Terrasil Itch, Rash & Pain Relief will be onhand at the surf camp to treat any cuts, scrapes, stings, sunburns or blisters.

The Aidance team also joined forces with Surfers Healing RI at the Autism Projects Imagine Walk and Family Fun Day on April 28. With 7,000 attendees, the event was a great success in raising donations and awareness for autism. Aidance offered free, all natural samples for many walkers and their families.

Aidance is proud to be a local partner of Surfers Healing RI, and we respect the healing power of nature. Its something we have long recognized as a company, understanding the deep impact nature has on the skin, as well as the mind and body, shares Perry Antelman, CEO of Aidance Skincare. The Aidance team looks forward to welcoming these outstanding surf camp participants to RI and making sure their day is positive and memorable!

Lori La Terra Bellina, whose son, Lucio has participated in the event since 2011, says, We are excited to welcome Aidance Skincare to this family, especially because of the all natural approach to family skincare.

She calls Surfers Healing RI a close-knit family, and it is undeniable that surf camp has a profound effect on the children as well as all attendees. When you are all there together on surf day, there is a magical connection in the air, and everyone feels safe, welcomed, and accepted, Lori shares. The nonprofit has made a difference in Lucios life, providing a unique therapeutic opportunity that wouldnt have been possible without Surfers Healing.

The organization is run by passionate volunteers. Successful events are made possible through the support of donors like Aidance Skincare, who believe in enriching the lives of autistic children. Volunteer Sarah Pouliot says, I started out as a volunteer during camp 4 years ago and found it to be life changing! I feel so lucky to be a part of Surfers Healing RI!

Enthusiastic children like Bailey and Lucio are now counting down the days until the 2013 Surf Camp; a fun, positive and life-changing environment for natural healing.

About Aidance Skincare

Aidance Skincare is a Woonsocket, RI based company that provides all-natural therapeutic skincare remedies to customers and physicians in more than 150 countries. Aidance has consistently helped families solve their most challenging skin problems quickly and safely, using the finest ingredients. For more information, please call 877-424-3262 or visit http://www.AidanceProducts.com.

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Kate Brierley

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(401) 671-6186

Experienced Camp Director Returns to Fight the Fat Camp Stigma

Bourne, MA (PRWEB) May 15, 2013

BalanceME, a leading fitness and weight loss camp for ages 10 20 with a location in Cape Cod, Massachusetts proudly announces the hiring of Christine Johnson for her second summer as a Camp Director. Ms. Johnson returns to lead a proven, medically based weight loss approach in order to fight other fat camp approaches lacking a research basis.

Im excited to return to BalanceME summer weight loss camps as we had a very successful summer last year, commented Ms. Johnson, I wanted to continue my involvement with a program that has a medical and research basis, unlike fat camps where campers return year after year.

BalanceME is led by staff with master degrees in exercise sciences, behavioral sciences, and nutrition fields. Ms. Johnson reflects this focus, as she has received her Masters of Science degree in Kinesiology as well as her B.S. Ed in Health and Physical Education from Georgia Southern University. She is currently pursuing her PhD at the University of Kentucky in Educational Science.

Christine is an exceptional budding leader in the health industry and were fortunate to have her leadership again this summer, commented John Gordon, CEO of BalanceME, She represents everything fat camps lackshe is bright, experienced, and holds advanced degrees.

Ms. Johnson has experience as a middle school physical education teacher and worked for Statesboro Recreation Department and other weight loss camps. She will lead campers through the medical and research-based ME Plan fitness and weight loss health approach designed to help campers make lifelong changes to diet and activity.

In 2012, campers needing to lose weight lost an average of 4.25 lbs per week, a result unmatched by other weight loss camps or fat camps.

We arent a fat camp with poor facilities, a short-term focus, and a young unqualified staff, stated Ms. Johnson, We found a great campus and fantastic staff to help lead what we believe will be the best weight loss camp in Massachusetts.

BalanceME Cape Cod is hosted on the campus of Massachusetts Maritime Academy. The Cape Cod camp opens June 23 and runs for 8 weeks with 2, 4, 6, and 8 week sessions. For additional information about enrolling in Cape Cod weight loss camp or for additional information about Christine Johnson or the rest of the expert staff, please visit http://www.BalanceME.com or contact John Gordon at (800) 975-0435.

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BalanceME designed the ME Plan to Motivate & Educate on what medical research shows works for sustainable fitness, weight loss, and health success. Founded by professionals and guided by experts who have led some of the largest behavioral health, mental health, and treatment programs in the country, BalanceME is working to become the leader with a focus on improving an individuals overall health. BalanceME developed the BalanceME Health Score

BalanceME Weight Loss Camp California Hires Expert Camp Director to Lead Top Tier Staff

Santa Cruz, CA (PRWEB) May 17, 2013

BalanceME, a leading fitness and weight loss camp in California for ages 10 20 proudly announces Jeremy Whitworth as Camp Director. Mr. Whitworth brings decades of camp experience with specific expertise in the health, wellness, and weight loss industry. Whitworth, a former college athlete and current Crossfit trainer and competitor, has run weight loss camps all over North America and has appeared in a number of documentaries and media pieces covering residential weight loss programs.

BalanceME weight loss camps are the most effective programs Ive seen in my near decade in this industry, commented Whitworth. The caliber of staff we have in education and experience is above any other camp out there.

BalanceME weight loss camps California and Cape Cod locations hire staff from top universities around the country, with many staff having Masters and Doctoral level degrees in health-related fields. Staff includes doctoral candidates in health education as well as staff with masters in nutrition science and dietetics, kinesiology, clinical nutrition, and sports psychology. Staff at BalanceME camps comes from leading universities such as Cornell, University of North Carolina, Brigham Young University, and University of Kentucky.

To run the most effective and medically based program you need dedicated staff with expertise in diet, fitness, and behavioral change, and we have done that at BalanceME, commented John Gordon, BalanceME Camps CEO, Jeremys experience as a camp director and operator in the weight loss camp industry are rare and reflect our hiring goals as we strive to help campers lose weight, gain confidence, and get healthy.

Whitworth ran cross country and track for Brevard College where he attained a degree in Wilderness Leadership and Experiential education. He coaches and competes in Crossfit when hes not running camps, owned a rock climbing gym for a number of years where he coached youth climbing teams, and has run weight loss camps all over the US and Canada.

Campers at the weight loss camp California location will learn the ME Plan designed to Motivate & Educate on what works for lasting teen fitness and weight loss. Ms. Whitworths role will be to ensure the skills and motivations are instilled in every camper and staff member in order to ensure lasting health success.

BalanceME weight loss camp California opens June 23 and runs for 8 weeks. Start dates are available every Sunday throughout the 8 week weight loss camp season. For additional information about enrolling in BalanceMEs weight loss camp California for children and teens or for additional information about Jeremy Whitworth or the rest of the expert staff, please visit http://www.BalanceME.com or contact John Gordon at (800) 975-0435.

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BalanceME designed the ME Plan to Motivate & Educate on what medical research shows works for sustainable fitness, weight loss, and health success. Founded by professionals and guided by experts who have led some of the largest behavioral health, mental health, and treatment programs in the country, BalanceME is working to become the leader with a focus on improving an individuals overall health. BalanceME developed the BalanceME Health Score

An Incredible Weight Loss Camp Success Story Shares Her Perspective on Obesity Epidemic

Santa Cruz, CA (PRWEB) June 13, 2013

Elisabeth McDonald, a 16 year old from Marshfield, Massachusetts, sought to fight the obesity epidemic that plagues many teens by embarking on her own own personal journey at BalanceME California weight loss camp. She looked to find weight loss, fitness improvements, and greater self-confidence. In eight weeks, she lost 40 lbs and gained motivation and skills to stay healthy. Nearly a year later, she has maintained her success.

Elisabeth recently shared her perspective on the causes America's weight issue with a research paper released by BalanceME entitled, "The Causes of Adolescent Obesity".

Most of my weight gain came from being stressed. My sophomore year of high school was the hardest year of school I ever had, said Elisabeth McDonald, Every day we all went to Wendys and I just didnt know how to eat healthy. Before joining BalanceME and losing weight, Elisabeth was part of the one-third of our countrys teens who are overweight or obese.

Elisabeth and her family went through similar process like a lot of families in helping their teens try to lose weight. She started by considering a personal trainer. Some families look at a nutritionist, joining a local gym, or push their child to join a sports team or league, hoping that will change the path they see their child on.

What studies and experience have shown is that the best chance at success in weight loss is a combination of nutrition and activity paired with a therapeutic approach to behavioral change, stated John Gordon, CEO of BalanceME weight loss camps,Diets are so prone to failure because its an extreme, temporary change that doesnt deal with the emotional and psychological side of changing your habits and lifestyle as a whole.

BalanceMe weight loss camps in California and Massachusetts use their ME Plan to motivate and educate campers on getting healthy. With a comprehensive weight loss camp approach, BalanceMEs ME Plan uses nutrition and culinary education, skill development in sports and activities, plus lifestyle counseling with a focus around self-esteem and motivation. BalanceMEs patented Health Score helps campers find success on more than just the scale by measuring strength, flexibility, cardiovascular fitness, resting pulse rate, blood pressure, and more.

Not only did Elisabeth lose 40 pounds last summer at BalanceME weight loss camp, she also improved her BalanceME Health Score 122%. Her changes included nearly seven inches off her waist, a 40% improvement in cholesterol, nearly 3 minutes off of her timed mile, and significant improvements in self-esteem, strength, and flexibility.

I was initially embarrassed about the idea of going to a weight loss camp, said Elisabeth,but then I read about the BalanceMe program with cooking and sports, and it looked like fun. Its the hardest thing Ive ever doneand the most rewarding. When things were hard Elisabeth credits remembering why she went to camp in the first place and the inspiring staff as her motivators.

To Elisabeth strawberries now taste like ice cream! This past year at school she continued her fitness routine and credits BalanceME for helping her find exercise she actually enjoys. And now, when her peers want to head to Wendys, Elisabeth has a plan and a nutrition education to help her make healthier food choices. Elisabeth will return to BalanceME weight loss camp California this summer to mentor new campers, do an counselor-in-training internship, and will work to keep getting fitter and healthier.

Families interested in enrolling their child at BalanceME can contact John Gordon at (800) 975-0435 or visit our website,http://www.BalanceME.com, for more information.

BalanceME (http://www.BalanceME.com) weight loss camp for teens were created in response to the growing obesity epidemic and the unmet needs for a realistic, scientific, and personalized approach to fitness and weight loss. The BalanceME approach, called the ME Plan, is designed to Motivate & Educate on diet + activity + lifestyle changes. Founded by professionals and guided by experts who provided leadership to some of the largest behavioral health, mental health, and treatment programs in the country, BalanceME is working to become the leader in fitness and weight loss programs. BalanceME operates summer camps in Cape Cod, Massachusetts and Santa Cruz, California. For additional information please visit http://www.balanceme.com or call (800) 975-0435.

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