IKUS Life Enrichment Services
Helping individuals with disabilities discover their potential, gain independence, build skills, and enjoy life in a safe environment — giving them the tools to make every day another best day.
REC Connect has been out and about making the most of our outings! 🎉
We visited the arcade at Great Lakes Glow Golf for some fun and games, and also stopped by Cascade Library, where the retro arcade brought a fun throwback vibe alongside the books and community space.
Interested in getting involved or learning how to sign up for REC Connect? Reach out to Myles Aten at maten@ikuslife.org to learn more.
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🍷✨ Sip, savor, and support something special ✨🍺
Mark your calendar for May 14 | 6:00–9:30 PM and join us at Indian Trails Camp for Reds, Whites, & Brews—presented by the Eileen DeVries Family Foundation.
Enjoy a thoughtfully curated selection of wines and brews by The Crushed Grape, paired with live music by Pretty Rage, flavorful hors d’oeuvres, and can’t-miss live & silent auction items. It’s the perfect night out with purpose.
Your ticket directly supports Indian Trails Camp and our mission, helping enhance our High Adventure Course and facilities for those we serve.
🎟️ Grab your tickets and be part of the night:
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#RedsWhitesAndBrews #IndianTrailsCamp #TheCrushedGrape #FundraiserEvent #SupportOurMission #CommunityEvent #SipAndSupport
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44 days until camp ☀️🎉
We’re beyond excited to introduce our 2026 Summer Camp Head Cabin Counselors: Molly, Nai, Sydney, Barbara, Rex, Alex, Aila, Mietta, and Katherine! 🙌
This incredible team is ready to lead, support, and create unforgettable moments for our campers all summer long. From day one, they’ll be bringing the energy, compassion, and leadership that make camp so special ❤️
The countdown is ON — just 44 days until we’re back where we belong! Who’s ready for the best summer yet?! 🌲🔥💛
#AnotherBestSummer #SummerCamp2026 #CampCountdown #CampLife #LeadershipInAction #InclusiveCamp #LifeAtCamp #MakingMemories #CampVibes #SeeYouAtCamp
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Our Summer 2026 team is growing — and we couldn’t be more excited ❤️
Behind every unforgettable camp moment is a team of passionate, caring, and fun individuals who show up each day ready to create the best day ever for our campers 💫
And we’re still building this incredible team… 👀
There’s a spot for YOU to be part of something meaningful, make lasting connections, and help create another best summer 💙🌈
👉 Apply now: workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=90d9e4f2-34b0-4186-97ce-...
Join our team. Find your people. Make an impact 💥
#AnotherBestSummer #44DaysToCamp #SummerCampJobs #NowHiring #CampLife #JoinOurTeam #BestSummerEver #WorkWithPurpose #Summer2026
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🍷🍺 An unforgettable night for a great cause is waiting! 🍺🍷
Join us May 14 from 6:00–9:30 PM at Indian Trails Camp for Reds, Whites, & Brews—presented by the Eileen DeVries Family Foundation.
Enjoy a curated selection of wines and brews by The Crushed Grape, paired with live music by Pretty Rage, delicious hors d’oeuvres, and exciting live & silent auction items. Whether you're coming for the drinks, the atmosphere, or the cause—there’s something for everyone.
Every ticket helps support Indian Trails Camp and our mission, including enhancements to our High Adventure Course and facilities, creating more opportunities for adventure and accessibility.
🎟️ Make your plans and grab your tickets today:
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✨ Come raise a glass, have some fun, and make a difference.
#RedsWhitesAndBrews #IndianTrailsCamp #TheCrushedGrape #FundraiserEvent #SupportOurMission #HighAdventureCourse #CommunityEvent
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Looking for a summer that actually means something? ☀️🩺
Join IKUS / Indian Trails Camp as a Summer Camp Nurse and step into a role where care goes beyond the clinic. You’ll support campers of all abilities in a fun, inclusive environment while gaining hands-on experience with a wide variety of needs and diagnoses 💙
🏕️ Live on-site
💲 $1,400–$1,700/week
📅 10-week summer commitment
🙌 Weekends off
It’s a chance to grow your skills, build real connections, and spend your summer doing work that matters.
Now hiring for Summer 2026 ✨ workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=90d9e4f2-34b0-4186-97ce-...
#NowHiring #CampNurse #SummerJob #HealthcareCareers #IKUS #MakeADifference
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We’re so proud of our IKUS members for volunteering their time and heart at Mel Trotter Ministries 💙
Thank you to Mel Trotter Ministries for the opportunity to serve alongside such an incredible community of volunteers. Our members continue to show what it means to give back and support our neighbors in meaningful ways.
We’re grateful to be part of a mission that makes such a strong impact!
#LovingOurNeighbors #Volunteer #CommunityImpact #IKUS
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⏳ ONE MONTH to go until Reds, Whites, & Brews! 🍷🍺
We’re officially one month away from an unforgettable night—have you secured your tickets yet?
Join us May 14 from 6:00–9:30 PM at Indian Trails Camp for Reds, Whites, & Brews—presented by the Eileen DeVries Family Foundation. Enjoy an evening of beverages curated by The Crushed Grape, live music by Pretty Rage, delicious hors d’oeuvres, and exciting live & silent auction items.
Best of all, every ticket supports Indian Trails Camp and our mission, including enhancements to our High Adventure Course and facilities.
🎟️ Now’s the time—get your tickets before they’re gone!
Pre-purchase by May 13 at 11:59 PM, or grab yours at the door on event night.
🎟️ Buy tickets here:
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#RedsWhitesAndBrews #IndianTrailsCamp #TheCrushedGrape #OneMonthOut #FundraiserEvent #SupportOurMission
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We are so excited for our annual Dance On! event THIS Saturday at Indian Trails Camp! This year's event theme is Birthday Party as we celebrate our 15th year as a nonprofit! Join us for dancing, pizza, prizes, and cake! The cost is $20 per person, including an event t-shirt, or $10 without a shirt! Caregivers are FREE. We hope to see you there!
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Thank you to all of our amazing sponsors!
Rack Processing
Scarlett Inc
Hurst Mechanical
Plante Moran
Lacks Enterprises, Inc.
The Hall Family
King Team GR - Berkshire Hathaway
Meijer
Cherie Inn
IKUS Life Enrichment Services
Ten Finger Fish Studio
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🌸📅 R.E.C. Connect – May 2026 Calendar is Here! 📅🌸
We’re so excited for a month full of adventures, creativity, and connection this May! From community outings to hands-on activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy 💚
✨ This month includes:
🦁 Trips to John Ball Zoo
🌷 Tulip Time outings
🪁 Grand Haven Kite Festival
🏊 Swimming at Tri-Cities YMCA
🛍️ Shopping trips & community lunches
🎳 Bowling, movies & arcade fun
🎨 Crafts, experiments & cooking activities
🎶 Music, drumming & dance
🌿 Nature walks & outdoor fun
📍 Plus weekly favorites like social skills activities, games, and creative programming!
⚠️ Reminder: Pre-registration is required for all activities. Be sure to sign up early to save your spot!
🍽️ Participants should bring a lunch unless otherwise noted (some outings include the option to purchase food).
🚐 Transportation options are available for Ottawa County members—just let us know when registering!
📩 Ready to join us? Reach out at maten@ikuslife.org
or call (616) 677-5251 ext. 119
Let’s make May one to remember! 🌼
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Sunshine, fresh air, and unforgettable moments ☀️🌲
This weekend’s Respite was all about embracing the great outdoors! From our first outdoor cooking session of 2026 to gathering around the campfire for our very first s’mores of the season 🔥🍫—it was a weekend full of laughter, connection, and delicious treats.
Our campers made the most of every moment, exploring nature, soaking up the sunshine, and creating memories that will last all year long. 💛
As our Respite season begins to come to a close, we’re soaking in every last moment together and feeling so grateful for the joy, connection, and community this season has brought.
We can’t wait for more outdoor adventures ahead! #RespiteWeekend #CampLife #MakingMemories
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🥧 Think you can handle the heat… AND the pie? 😄
At Goofy Gripes, our campers get the ultimate say… and sometimes that means our counselors end up a little messy!
From whipped cream pies to nonstop laughter, this is just a glimpse of the unforgettable moments waiting for you at Indian Trails Camp 💚
We’re building our Summer 2026 team, and we want YOU to be part of the fun!
✨ Now hiring for:
Camp Counselors
Camp Nurse (gain hands-on experience with a wide range of ages, abilities, and diagnoses!)
Whether you're looking to make a difference, build lifelong friendships, or just don’t mind getting pied in the face once in a while… this is the summer job you won’t forget.
👉 Apply now: ikuslife.org/employment-opportunities/
#IndianTrailsCamp #SummerCampJobs #NowHiring #CampLife #MakeADifference #GoofyGripes
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April is Volunteer Appreciation Month and we are feeling ALL the gratitude at Indian Trails Camp (ITC) and IKUS Life Enrichment Services 💙✨
To our amazing volunteers—YOU are the magic behind so many smiles, laughs, and unforgettable moments. Whether you’re cheering on campers, lending a helping hand at programs, or simply showing up with a positive attitude, you make our community brighter every single day!
Because of you, fun is bigger, friendships are stronger, and inclusion comes to life in the best way possible 🎉
We are so lucky to have such a passionate, caring, and FUN group of volunteers—thank you for everything you do!
Want to be part of the fun? Come join us and see the impact for yourself 💫
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We'll see you Sunday for a sensory friendly museum experience at the Grand Rapids Public Museum!
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On every second Sunday, the Grand Rapids Public Museum dims the sensory “noise” of a typical visit, enabling more families to experience wonder, enhance their learning, and foster a sense of belon...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
⏳ Just Over One Month Until Reds, Whites, & Brews! 🍷🍺
We’re just a little over a month away from this fantastic event—have you got your tickets yet?
Join us May 14 from 6:00–9:30 PM at Indian Trails Camp for Reds, Whites, & Brews—presented by the Eileen DeVries Family Foundation. Enjoy a fun-filled evening featuring beverages curated by The Crushed Grape, live music by Pretty Rage, delicious hors d’oeuvres, and exciting auction items.
Every ticket supports Indian Trails Camp and our mission, including enhancements to our High Adventure Course and facilities—so you can feel good while having a great time!
🎟️ Don’t wait—secure your tickets today!
Pre-purchase by May 13 at 11:59 PM, or purchase at the door on event night.
🎟️ Get your tickets now:
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#RedsWhitesAndBrews #IndianTrailsCamp #TheCrushedGrape #CountdownToRWB #FundraiserEvent #SupportOurMission
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This summer could change your career. ☀️🩺
Step outside the traditional clinical setting and into a role where you’ll build real connections, expand your skills, and support individuals of all abilities in a truly inclusive environment.
IKUS / Indian Trails Camp is hiring a Summer Camp Nurse for 2026 — a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of diagnoses and age groups, all while being part of something bigger.
🏕️ Live and work on-site
💲 $1,400–$1,700/week
📅 10-week summer season
🙌 Weekends off
If you’re looking for experience that goes beyond the textbook, this is it.
Apply today and make your summer count. ikuslife.org/employment-opportunities/
#NowHiring #CampNurse #HealthcareJobs #MeaningfulWork #Summer2026
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⏳🏕️ Just a few weeks until Family Camp at ITC! 🏕️⏳
The countdown is on, and we can’t wait to welcome families to Family Camp at Indian Trails Camp—a weekend designed for connection, comfort, and fun for all ages and abilities 💙
Families will enjoy a safe, accessible camp experience with adaptive activities for everyone, while staying together in heated cabins with full bathrooms and showers. Best of all, you can choose the programming that fits your family—making it a truly personalized camp experience
Just like our youth and respite programs, this weekend is all about:
✨ Building confidence in a supportive environment
✨ Trying new activities together
✨ Creating meaningful memories as a family
Whether you're looking for a “first step” into camp or a chance to unplug and reconnect, Family Camp is the perfect way to experience the magic of ITC—together.
💙 We’ll see you soon at camp!
#FamilyCamp #IndianTrailsCamp #ITCExperience #InclusiveCamp #CampCountdown
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There’s nothing quite like a day at the Air Zoo ✈️💙
Our R.E.C. Connect crew had an amazing time exploring the wonders of flight at the Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Museum! From interactive exhibits to hands-on adventures, every moment was filled with curiosity, excitement, and lots of smiles.
Opportunities like this give our participants the chance to learn, explore, and connect in meaningful ways—and we love seeing the joy it brings to each and every person 💫
We can’t wait for our next adventure! 🌟
#RECConnect #CommunityConnections #AirZooAdventures #AnotherBestDay
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🌍💙 Happy World Health Day! 💙🌍
Today, we’re reminded that health is about more than just physical wellness—it’s about community, inclusion, and access to the support everyone deserves.
At IKUS Life Enrichment Services and Indian Trails Camp, we see the impact of holistic health every day—through meaningful connections, outdoor experiences, and creating spaces where individuals of all abilities can thrive.
This World Health Day, let’s continue to advocate for wellness in all forms—mental, physical, and social—and work toward a world where everyone has the opportunity to live a healthy, fulfilling life.
#WorldHealthDay #InclusiveWellness #HealthForAll #IKUS #IndianTrailsCamp
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