Transitions programs teach young adults with autism, ADHD, nonverbal learning disabilities and other learning differences skills such as executive functioning, leadership, self-advocacy, wellness, social relationship building and independent living. Students also experience socially rich recreational opportunities, memorable Adirondack outings, college tours and entertainment opportunities in a safe, supportive environment.

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Adirondack Expressions Art Camp is a joint project of the Transitions program and the Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts. The camp is for young adults aged 15-27 who have learning differences and want to learn about art. Students can choose to stay overnight at the camp or attend just for the day. The activities, projects and social events here will promote each camper’s unique talents, creativity and self-esteem!

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New York, NY

Explicit Social Thinking and Executive Functioning Skill Building disguised as FUN!

A 6 weeks summer day camp for children (4-20) with Special Needs. We are modeled after a traditional town day camp with Specials, trips off site, and swimming.

Glenville, NY

Clover Patch welcomes physically and/or developmentally disabled campers ages five and older. The program provides families and caregivers a period of reprieve while at the same time providing campers with a challenging, educational and fun outdoor living experience in a fully accessible natural setting.

Rhinebeck, NY

A traditional summer camp experience for children with social, emotional, or learning challenges.

Shelter Island Heights, NY

Long Island sleep-away camp for children and adults with developmental disabilities.

Brooklyn, NY

Tech Kids Unlimited is a nonprofit organization that teaches computer science thinking and technology to students ages 7-21 who learn differently. In addition to summer camps, TKU offers after school workshops and Sunday programs during the academic year. Topics include coding game, podcasting, photo editing, stop motion animation, and more!

Taberg, NY

Kamp Kiwanis offers a unique Kamp experience for campers ages 8-14, a teen program for teens ages 15-17 and for adults with high functioning special needs ages 18+. The child program at Kamp is designed to mainstream all kampers including up to 20 each session with special needs. We want our Kampers to explore the world through environmental and cultural activities while respecting the rights and dignity of all kampers and staff.

Center Moriches, NY

Where Summer is for Everyone!

Wheatley Heights, NY

Pioneer in Special Needs Day Camp Programming for More Than 25 Years! Kehilla campers can have an awesome summer and just be themselves in a safe, supportive, engaging environment.

Winston Summer Enrichment Program provides 4th-12th graders with the unique opportunity to participate in an individually designed program aimed to enhance academic skills & foster independence. The program is designed to develop language, encoding/decoding, reading comprehension, writing, math, test preparation, organization, & time management skills. We offer this program at four campuses, NYC, CT, NJ and LI.

Experience a unique opportunity to move, dance, and create in a supportive environment with a diverse group of dancers.

The Tikvah program at Ramah Berkshires is a continuously growing and evolving initiative. We are proud to offer Jewish children with a wide range of disabilities the opportunity for growth in the areas of Jewish identity, socialization, independence, and much more.

Cradle Beach unites individuals and families, with a focus on empowering children with special needs and the underserved to become their best selves. We create opportunities for life-changing experiences in a safe and inclusive environment.

The Gow School's five-week program is designed for students ages 8-16 who possess the potential to excel but who have struggled in school or who have been diagnosed with such learning disabilities as dyslexia, central auditory processing disorder, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, ADHD, and ADD.