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.
Camp Reece is a sleepaway camp designed for children and teens with special needs, offering a supportive, inclusive, and adventure-filled summer experience. Unlike larger camps, we keep our community intentionally small so every camper is truly known, supported, and celebrated for who they are. Our programs foster independence, confidence, and lasting friendships!
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!
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.
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.
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.
Emotions Detective Camp is a DBT-informed summer program where children build skills for understanding emotions, managing worry and frustration, improving social and executive-functioning skills, and gaining confidence through engaging activities and experiential learning.
Where Summer is for Everyone!
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.
A traditional summer camp experience for children with social, emotional, or learning challenges.
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.
We are a residential camp for children and adult with disabilities.
Tech Unlimited is a nonprofit organization that teaches computer science thinking and technology to students ages 10-24 who learn differently. In addition to summer camps, we offer after school workshops and Sunday programs during the academic year. Topics include coding game, podcasting, photo editing, stop motion animation, and more!
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.
VCB is owned and operated by VISIONS/Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired, a nonprofit social service and vision rehabilitation agency serving blind youth, adults, elders and blind children with their parents. Located on 35 acres in Rockland County, NY, VCB was incorporated in 1926. VCB has grown to be one of the largest and most comprehensive residential rehabilitation and training facilities of its kind in the US.
A 6-week summer day camp for children (4-20) with Special Needs. We are modeled after a traditional town day camp with Specials in the morning (art, music, gym, dance, and fitness), trips off site, and swimming in the afternoon.
We are the neighborhood camp in the heart of the city, committed to meeting your child's needs this summer.
Experience a unique opportunity to move, dance, and create in a supportive environment with a diverse group of dancers.
Lions Camp Badger is a residential summer camp for individuals with special needs, offering individualized camper-centered programming through a wide array of activities.
Camp Pathfinder is a co-ed program for adults with Down syndrome and other disabilities. Our program is designed to maximize each person's potential, locate and develop strengths and untapped abilities, and facilitate social relations.
YAI- Mainstreaming At Camp (MAC) - A program ran in partnership with Frost Valley YMCA in the Catskill mountains of New York State serving children and young adults with developmental disabilities from 8-18 in an inclusive setting striving to expand the reach of summer camp to all people.
Explicit Social Thinking and Executive Functioning Skill Building disguised as FUN!
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.
