Multi-Day Excursions
Multi-day excursions children and young people with autism and/or intellectual disabilities usually take place three times a year: at Christmas, Easter, and during the summer. The excursion package includes accommodation and meals, and the destination is chosen according to the season. We make sure that the places we visit are near a hospital or health center.
Children and young people are grouped according to age and functional level and are continuously accompanied by ALMA educators. Our focus is on providing each child with what they need according to their individual requirements.
The destination depends on the season! At Christmas, we prefer locations with ski resorts because we love playing in the snow—especially snowball fights! At Easter, we choose destinations where we can enjoy beautiful walks in colorful nature. In the summer, we go somewhere near the sea, of course, and stay in hotels with pools.
During our excursions, we visit landmarks and places of cultural interest, such as archaeological sites, monasteries, and museums. We also take walks around the city where we stay, visiting retail shops and eateries, enjoying a coffee, orange juice, a snack, or dessert.
During the day, we engage in physical activities such as basketball, movement-based games, playground time, as well as creative and artistic activities or board games. Children paint, make clay sculptures, crafts, and seasonal creations (e.g., Christmas ornaments, Easter baskets, shell crafts).
We also play one of our children’s favorite games, the “Treasure Hunt,” and organize themed evening activities such as movie nights or parties with dancing, singing, and beloved pizza or souvlaki!
Because it is very important for us to ensure everyone is having a good time, one of our ALMA traditions is to sit together in a circle and talk. We may discuss how our day went, share our feelings, tell stories, and more!