Social Skills Summer Programs with a Recreation and Life Skills Focus

This is a traditional, residential summer camp for children and adults with all types of disabilities or special needs. June through August. There are 6 day and 12 day sessions for children 6 - 21, and 6 day sessions for adults 21+. There are two weeks each summer just for children with Autism ( 6 - 21) where each child has his/her own counselor. Generally there are 3 camp participants per one counselor, but one to one counseling is available.

The Fowler Center provides individuals outdoor adventures and activities to enhance personal growth and independence.

Special Camps (est in 1995), is an all volunteer run camp for campers with intellectual disabilities. This year we will rent Camp Red Leaf in Ingleside, IL for our exclusive use in June.

The Woodlands Foundation offers over-night summer camps, weekend retreats and additional after- school programs for individuals of all ages with disability and chronic illness. Participants have the opportunity to learn, have fun, and make friends! All of our programs are fully adaptive, accessible and take place on our campus with climate controlled facilities and a caring and trained staff.

Camp LIGHT is a summer camp for children ages 6-17 (plus weeks for adults with special needs), located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. Our mission is to show kids with special needs and circumstances that life is only limited by their imagination, and to give them new tools and skills, along with love and support, to inspire them to become anything they can dream.

Easterseals Timber Pointe Outdoor Center offers week-long day and overnight camping opportunities for children and adults with disabilities and chronic illnesses.

Respite Camp allows individuals to enjoy the out of doors in a supportive small group ratio while giving the caregivers a needed break. Most groups are 2 counselors with 3-4 campers

Camp Escapades is an innovative summer day camp for children with developmental concerns and their siblings. Groups are staffed with occupational, physical or speech therapists, paraprofessional educators and one-on-one teen volunteers who are the child's "buddy" throughout the week. Activities include sensory experiences, dance, sports, fine motor skill development, music, games, yoga, cooking, and special events.

Daisy Recreation Program for child and adults with various disabilities

Where Summer is for Everyone!

SibDays of Summer is a high-energy day camp for siblings ages 6-12 of brothers and sisters with disabilities. It's offered 10 am-3 pm daily at Plamann Park in Appleton, Wisconsin, from July 17-21, 2023 by WisconSibs, Inc.

Our camp is available for all horse lovers of all abilities, beginning through advanced riders. Our ultimate goal is to teach each participant what it would be like to have a horse of their own.

Camp A.B.L.E. is designed for individuals with disabilities. This camp offers unique opportunities to enhance social skills, reinforce gross and fine motor skills and foster independence. We attend field-trips two times a week, from zoo's to bowling. On Monday, Wednesday and Fridays we participate in different themed activities and welcome guest speakers. We also swim at the Summit on the Park.

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.

Easter Seals Summer Camp is a nature-based, overnight program at a fully accessible camp, where campers (ages 6-49) with all types of disabilities explore new activities and skills in a fun, supportive environment. Activities include: swimming, sports & games, arts & crafts, waterslide, big swings, trampolines, camp fires, life and leadership skills. There is a 3:1 camper to staff ratio, plus registered nurses on site 24/7.

Discover adventure, friendship, and personal growth at The Bridge Center! Our fully accessible 22-acre campus offers inclusive camps for individuals of all abilities, featuring themed weeks, engaging activities, and horseback riding. Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with creativity, skill-building, and lasting memories. Secure your spot today!

The Team GUTS Fun & Fitness Camp is not only about having a great time, but being introduced to different physical activities in positive way and having that social component is very important as well. Health and wellness is not always at the forefront for our loved ones, but it is so important and so needed.

Camp Conquest is a Christ-centered, overnight camp for children and adults with special needs, chronic illnesses, and disabilities, including Disabled Veterans.

Christian Camping Experience for individuals with Special Needs