PROFILE: CHARLIE GROVER



This year at ILTC we were all afforded a unique opportunity thanks to Charlie Grover. Charlie is a BBYO member who has had to live his life with Cerebral Palsy. Having him here gave us a new perspective on many aspects of our own lives.


AGE: 17


HOME: Cleveland, Ohio - ONR


FAVORITE FOOD: Tiramisu


WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT PERLMAN CAMP AND ITS ACCESSIBILITY TO YOU?
It could be worse. A few ramps still need to be put in. Its pretty here at night when you can see the starts. I also like the trees.


HOW DO THE PARTICIPANTS HERE TREAT YOU?
Fairly well. I get most of the help I need, and they are usually pretty nice.


DO YOU THINK PEOPLE ARE SCARED TO APPROACH YOU?
Yes. Only during the first few days. But after awhile, they get used to me.


IS THERE ANYTHING AT ILTC THAT EVER REALLY BOTHERS YOU?
No.


WHAT HAVE YOU ENJOYED ABOUT YOUR EXPERIENCE AT ILTC?
I enjoyed Judaism with Zohar the most.


WHAT IS YOUR MESSAGE TO EVERYONE READING THIS?
Thanks for giving me a chance to meet y'all. Enjoy yourselves and don't loose touch with each other. No matter what happens, keep trying and do not take no for an answer.