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Registration is openfor the 2025 Avanti Therapeutic Projects Symposium!

Avanti Therapeutic Projects is a non-profit organization that includes not only Camp Avanti, but also a wider space to support other projects. A founding value of Avanti Therapeutic Projects is promoting the advancement of the field of pediatric occupational therapy by providing spaces for practitioners to come together, learn from and with another, develop new ideas and ways to approach therapy, and push the boundaries to promote healing and growth.

We promote the developmental growth of participating campers.

Our Mission

We are a catalyst for professional development and growth through the shared expertise of participating professionals.

We increase understanding of sensory motor problems and ways to help children.

Avanti Therapeutic Projects Symposium

A 3 day virtual continuing education event

Dates:

Thursday February 27th, 2025 - Saturday March 1st, 2025

Speakers: 

Julia Wilbarger, Ph.D., OTR

Sheila Frick, OTR/L

Patti Oetter, MA, OT, FAOTA 

Nancy Lawton-Shirley, OTR/L

Gretchen Kamke, MS, OTR/L


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Want to support Avanti Therapeutic Projects?

Use the donate button to visit our Zeffy donation site.  Every contribution helps!

Camp Avanti

Camp Avanti is a unique summer camp program for children and adolescents that combines an engaging environment with intensive Occupational Therapy using Sensory Integration treatment. 

Dates:

Sunday June 29th - Friday July 4th, 2025

Location:

True Friends Camp Courage

Maple Lake, MN 55358

Avanti Therapeutic Projects Testimonials

Camp Avanti is where creativity, intuition, connection, and clinical reasoning come together to support kiddos! I come back every year for inspiration, innovative ideas, and fulfilling my OT soul. I have made amazing friends and mentors that I stay connected with all year long. The Avanti camp model addresses kiddos needs, therapists’ learning needs, and the heart of it all!  

Avanti Therapist & Board Member

The course was rich with information. I was surrounded by people who were truly welcoming to me. The key element that I took from Camp Avanti was the level of dedication and passion the other members of staff had. Being part of a team brimming with enthusiasm and excitement was contagious; I took that buzz of energy back into my practice. I fully understand why so many therapists return back to the camp year after year.

Practicum Program Participant

Camp Avanti was a space my son felt safe enough to be away from his main caregiver. He found they understood his sensory needs and
met him where he was at. I strongly believe camp can help children grow to be
their best selves. To find a camp where my son's needs could be met that he enjoyed was a HUGE win for our family.

Parent of Avanti Camper '24

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