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WEBSITES OF INTEREST: General Resources www.bravekids.org A resource directory for kids with disabilities and life-threatening illnesses. www.acacamps.org The American Camping Association website has a useful search feature, where you can input your child's medical condition and what region you would like to find a camp in. www.irsc.org Internet Resource for Special Children. A directory of hundreds of websites pertaining to various disabilities and illnesses. www.efrconline.org Exceptional Family Resource Center. Provides information, resources and referrals about recreational activities and summer camps for children with special needs in San Diego County.
AAFA ASTHMA CAMP Full recreational camp activities, plus education for boys and girls age 8-14. Located at Big Bear Lake. Free of charge. Conditions: Asthma 5900 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 710 Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323)937-7859 (800)624-0044 Contact: Rose Yu Web: www.aafa/ca.org Email: ryu@aafa/ca.org
ABILITY FIRST - Pasadena Organizational headquarters for Ability First program. Offers day camps, residential summer camps and a comprehensive resource/referral service for children with disabilities. Conditions: Physical and Developmental Disabilities 1300 Green St. Pasadena, CA 91106 626-396-1010 fax: 626-396-1021 Web: www.abilityfirst.org Email: [email protected]
ABILITY FIRST Lawrence L. Frank Center Offers summer swim program, after-school care, sports, recreation, socialization and special events services for children with disabilities. Also offers parent groups, day camps and resident summer camps. Conditions: Disabilities 201 S. Kinneloa Ave. Pasadena, CA 91107 626-449-5661 Web: www.abilityfirst.org Email: [email protected]
ACTIVITIES FOR RETARDED CHILDREN Provides Saturday Camp program activities to children with mental and physical disabilities. Conditions: Disabilities, Mental Disabilities 6456 Whitsett Ave. North Hollywood, CA 91606 818-762-4365 Web: http://www.arcandadults.com Email: [email protected]
AHEAD WITH HORSES Developmental therapy through the use of horses and the environment. Ages 10 & under. Conditions: Special Needs 9311 Del Arroyo Dr. Sun Valley, CA 91352 818-767-6373 fax: 818-767-6231 Contact: Jennifer Web: http://www.aheadwithhorses.org
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ALMANSOR CENTER Institute for Redesign of Learning A private Special Ed. Day school for students with learning, emotional and/or behavior problems. Serves infants through adults. Conditions: Developmental Disabilities, Mental Disabilities 1955 Fremont Avenue South Pasadena, CA 91030 323-257-3006 Web: www.redesignlearning.org
AMERICAN CAMPING ASSOCIATION The ACA accredits camps and provides a free directory of accredited camps in Southern California and Hawaii. The directory lists camps for kids with special needs, as well as local camps providing scholarships through the LA Times Summer Fund. Conditions: Disabilities P.O. Box 712218 Los Angeles, CA 90071 213-483-4300 Contact: Michele Branconier National Office: 5000 State Road 67 N. Martinsville, IN 46151-79202 765-342-8456 fax: 765-342-2065 Web: www.acacamps.org Email: [email protected]
AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION OF ORANGE COUNTY Scamp Camp Scamp Camp has been providing children with a unique opportunity to enjoy a memorable and rewarding summer camp experience for more than 30 years. Ages 8-14. Conditions: Asthma 1570 E. 17th St. Santa Ana, CA 92705 714-835-5864 Web: www.oclung.org
ARMORY CENTER FOR THE ARTS Community arts center offers innovative approaches to creating and presenting visual arts to students of all ages and abilities. Special summer programs. Conditions: Disabilities 145 N. Raymond Ave. Pasadena, CA 91103 626-792-5101 Web: www.armoryarts.org Email: [email protected]
ASTHMA AND ALLERGY FOUNDATION OF AMERICA Southern California Chapter Dedicated to controlling and curing asthma and allergic diseases. Services include summer asthma camp for boys and girls age 8-14. Located at Big Bear Lake. Free of charge. Conditions: Asthma, Allergies 5900 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 710 Los Angeles, CA 90036 323-937-7859 800-624-0044 Web: www.aafasocal.com Email: [email protected]
AYSO SOCCER CAMPS – VIP PROGRAM With more than 40 years of experience, AYSO brings our "kids first" philosophies to soccer camps, creating a camp experience unlike any other. We can accommodate and welcome kids with all special needs. Our coaching staff is trained to work with special needs kids through our VIP training. Conditions: Various disabilities 800-872-2976 ext. 5472 Web: http://www.AYSOsoccercamps.org Email: [email protected]
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B.C.R. - A PLACE TO GROW Facility-based day and extended day program for children and adults with developmental disabilities from Burbank and neighboring L.A. County communities. 5 years and up. Regional Center vendor. Conditions: Developmental disabilities 230 East Amherst Burbank, CA 91504 818-843-4907 fax: 818-843-6829 Contact: Lonna Grant
CALI-CAMP DAY CAMP Traditional summer day camp in rustic Topanga Canyon. Can accommodate children with asthma, behavior disorders and learning disabilities. Conditions: Disabilities 1717 Old Topanga Canyon Road Topanga, CA 90290 310-455-0404 fax: 310-455-0408 Web: www.calicamp.com Email: [email protected]
CALIFORNIA POOLS OF HOPE Offers free swimming lessons for children with disabilities. Conditions: Disabilities 6801 Long Beach Blvd. Long Beach, CA 90805 310-537-2224 fax: 310-537-2255
CAMP BLOOD BROTHERS & SISTERS Week-long summer camp (August) for children ages 7-16 with hemophilia and other bleeding disorders. Camp is held at Camp Conrad/Chinnock in the San Bernardino Mountains. Conditions: Hemophilia, bleeding disorders Hemophilia Foundation of Southern California 6720 Melrose Avenue Hollywood, CA 90038 323-525-0440 or 800-371-4123 fax: 626-796-5605 Web: www.hemosocal.com Email: [email protected]
CAMP BLOOMFIELD Run by Foundation for the Junior Blind. Residential summer camp in Santa Monica Mountains, ages 5-18. Featured activities include exercise, challenge courses, drama, hiking, horses, swimming, etc.. Sign up in March for summer programs. Conditions: Blind/Vision Impaired 5300 Angeles Vista Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90043 323-295-4555 x261 Contact: Frank Cardenas Web: www.fjb.org Email: [email protected]
CAMP CONRAD-CHINNOCK DIABETIC YOUTH SERVICES Residential children's camp and family camp, located in San Bernardino Mountains. Conditions: Diabetes Los Angeles Chapter of American Diabetes Assn. 5200 West Century Blvd., Suite 480 Los Angeles, CA 90045 323-966-2890 OR: Diabetic Youth Services Inc. 501 W. Walnut St. Compton, CA 90220 888-800-4010 Web: www.dys.org Email: [email protected]
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CAMP COSTANOAN Residential, respite and recreational camping program for children and adults, ages 5 and up, with disabilities and/or special needs. Nestled in the foothills of the Santa Clara Mountains. Traditional 6-9 day summer camps from June-August. Conditions: Disabilities 2851 Park Ave. Santa Clara, CA 95050 408-243-7861 Web: www.viaservices.org
CAMP CRESCENT MOON Provides sports, recreation and camp activities to children with Sickle Cell disease, ages 8-14. Conditions: Sickle Cell Disease Sickle Cell Disease Foundation of CA 6133 Bristol Parkway Suite 240 Culver City, CA 90230 310-693-0247 fax: 310-693-0266 877-288-2873 (toll free) Web: http://www.scdfc.org Email: [email protected] CAMP DEL CORAZON A non-organization that runs two 5-day camp sessions over Labor Day week, one for children ages 7-13 and one for youths ages 13-17 with heart diseases and transplants. Free of charge. Conditions: Heart diseases 11615 Hesby St. North Hollywood, CA 91601 818-754-0312 888-621-4800 fax: 818-754-0842 Web: www.campdelcorazon.org Email: [email protected]
CAMP DUBNOFF Summer and holiday day camp for children with developmental disabilities, through the Dubnoff Center for Child Development and Educational Therapy. Conditions: Autism, Developmental Disabilities 10526 Dubnoff Way North Hollywood, CA 91606 818-755-4950 fax: 818-752-0783 Web: www.dubnoffcenter.org Email: [email protected]
CAMP ESCAPADES Special summer day camp for children ages 4-13. Created for children with special needs, the program offers opportunities for typically developing children to be a part of this extraordinary experience. The camp is not designed to be a therapy program, but is staffed by a multi-disciplinary team of therapists together with teachers, counselors and volunteers. Conditions: Special Needs Pediatric Therapy Network 1815 W. 213th St. #100 Torrance, CA 90501 310-328-0276 Web: www.pediatrictherapy.com
CAMP ESPERANZA – ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION Residential camp serving children ages 8-17 with arthritis, rheumatic and related diseases. Located in Big Bear, held in August. Conditions: Arthritis, rheumatic diseases 800 W. 6th Street, Suite 1250 Los Angeles, CA 90012 323-954-5750 800-954-2873 fax: 323-954-5790 Web: http://www.arthritis.org Email: [email protected]
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CAMP FUNTASIA L.A. CITY PARKS AND RECREATION Offers traditional day camp program for summer and school vacations. Serves ages 6-11. Will work with special needs kids, can accept children with aides. Conditions: Disabilities 10500 Mason Ave. Chatsworth, CA 91311 818-998-6377
CAMP KEEPSAKE – CANCER HOPE FOUNDATION Offers a no-cost residential camp experience for children and adults with cancer and their families. Conditions: Cancer 568 Constitution Ave., Units F & G Camarillo, CA 93012 805-384-5445 fax: 805-384-2203 Web: www.cancerhopefoundation.org Email: [email protected]
CAMP KREM – CAMPING UNLIMITED Residential summer camp for children and adults with developmental, physical and other disabilities. 7, 10 & 12 day sessions, early June to late August. Conditions: Down Syndrome, Autism, Cerebral Palsy Business office: 4610 Whitesands Ct. El Sobrante, CA 94803 510-222-6662 Summer address: 102 Brook Lane Boulder Creek – Santa Cruz Mtns., CA 95006 Web: www.campingunlimited.com Email: [email protected]
CAMP LAUREL Provides camp, recreational activities and peer support groups for children living with HIV and AIDS. Ages 6-16. Conditions: HIV / AIDS or immediately affected 75 S. Grand Ave. Pasadena, CA 91105 626-683-0800 fax: 626-683-0890 Email: [email protected]
CAMP MAX STRAUS Residential summer camp with recreational activities for underprivileged children ages 7-12. Located in Glendale, run by Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters. Conditions: Special Needs 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 600 Los Angeles, CA 90048 323-761-8675 fax: 323-761-8695 Web: www.campmaxstraus.org
CAMP MT. CRAGS Summer camp in Malibu Canyon for children ages 7-16, which also accepts children with diabetes. Medical staff available 24 hours. A Christian camp, affiliated with the Salvation Army. Conditions: Diabetes 26801 Dorothy Drive Calabasas, CA 91302 818-222-6327 fax: 818-222-6396 Web: www.campmtcrags.com Email: [email protected]
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CAMP NUGGET, CSULB Provides a physical activity day camp for children with special needs ages 5-12. Conditions: Special Needs 1250 Bellflower Blvd. Long Beach, CA 90840 562-985-7969 Web: www.csulb.edu/programs/summer-camps or www.longbeachstate.com Email: [email protected]
CAMP OAKES - YMCA Provides various camp programs for teens with developmental disabilities, ages 16 and up. Located in Big Bear. Conditions: Developmental Disabilities C/O Long Beach Adaptive Recreation 1150 E. 4th St. Rm. 223 Long Beach, CA 90802 562-570-1784 P.O. Box 452 Big Bear City, CA 92314 909-585-2020 fax: 909-585-8038 Web: www.campoakes.org Email: [email protected] YMCA of Greater Long Beach – Camping Services P.O. Box 90995 Long Beach, CA 90809 800-642-2014 or 562-279-1710 fax: 562-279-1639
CAMP OKIZU Residential camps with various programs for children with cancer and their siblings. Serves children, teens, 20's and families. Conditions: Cancer 16 Digital Dr. Novato, CA 94949 415-382-9083 fax: 415-382-8384 Web: www.okizu.org Email: [email protected]
CAMP PAINTED TURTLE Welcomes children ages 7-16 for 5-7 day sessions. An innovative camp and family care center for children with life-threatening illnesses, ages 7-16, at no cost to families. Conditions: Hemophilia, inflammatory bowel disease, kidney disease & transplant, liver transplant, skeletal dysplasias, diabetes, muscular dystrophy. 1300 4th Street, Suite 300 Santa Monica, CA 90401 310-451-1353 fax: 310-451-1357 Web: www.thepaintedturtle.org Email: [email protected]
CAMP PAIVIKA Residential camp with traditional recreational activities for children with autism, cerebral palsy, diabetes, hearing or visual impairment. Ages 7-70 Conditions: Various disabilities See also: Ability First P.O. Box 3367 Crestline, CA 92325 909-338-1102 Contact: Kelly Kunsek Web: www.abilityfirst.org/camp_paivika.htm Email: [email protected]
CAMP RAMAH - Tikvah Program Tikvah Program provides a mainstreaming summer camp program for children 11-18 years old. Two 4-week sessions designed for Jewish adolescents with learning disabilities and other developmental delays. Also has special needs family camp. Conditions: Developmental Disabilities Camp Ramah in CA 15600 Mulholland Dr. #252 Los Angeles, CA 90077 310-476-8571 fax: 310-472-3810 Web: www.ramah.org Email: [email protected]
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CAMP RONALD MCDONALD FOR GOOD TIMES Traditional summer camp modified to meet the special needs of campers with pediatric cancer and their siblings. One week sessions throughout the summer, plus winter, spring and fall weekend sessions. Conditions: Cancer 1954 Cotner Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90025 800-625-7295 310-268-8488 fax: 310-473-3338 Web: www.campronaldmcdonald.org Email: [email protected]
CAMP ROUND MEADOW - YMCA Provides camp, recreation and sports activities to children with epilepsy. Located in San Bernardino Mtns. Conditions: Epilepsy P.O. Box 70 Fawnskin, CA 92333 909-866-3000 Web: www.ymcala.org Email: [email protected]
CAMP SCHERMAN Residential Girl Scout camp that mainstreams girls with special needs into regular camp programs. Serves ages 7-17. Conditions: Special Needs Girl Scout Council of Orange County 1620 Adams Ave. Costa Mesa, CA 92628 714-979-7900 Web: www.gscoc.org Email: [email protected]
CAMP SHIWAKA In addition to traditional day camp for all children, Camp Sommersault Day Camp offers one-week sessions for cancer patients and their families. Conditions: Cancer 7070 E. Carson St. Long Beach, CA 90808 562-421-2725 Contact: Shirlee Jackert Email: [email protected]
CAMP SUNBURST Week-long residential summer camp for children, teens and their families living with HIV/AIDS. Offers swimming, hiking, arts & crafts, drama, music, etc. Ages 6-12 and 13-18. Conditions: HIV/AIDS 2 Padre Parkway, Suite 106 Rohnert Park, CA 94728 707-588-9477 fax: 707-588-9472 Web: www.sunburstprojects.org Email: [email protected]
CANYON RANCH Designed to meet special needs of maturing young people with life threatening diseases. Funded by Dream Street Foundation. Located in Tucson, AZ, program and transportation are free of charge. Conditions: Life Threatening Illnesses Dream Street Foundation 6399 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 721 Los Angeles, CA 90048 323-951-1227 Fax: 323-951-1233 Web: www.dreamstreetfoundation.org Email: [email protected]
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CASA COLINA CENTERS FOR REHABILITATION Children’s Services Center Among many rehabilitation services for children with neurological, orthopedic, developmental and other medical needs, the centers offer adaptive sports programs and a recreational/sports summer camp. Serves Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside and Orange Counties. Conditions: Disabilities, Special Needs 255 E. Bonita Ave. P.O. Box 6001 Pomona, CA 91769 909-596-7733 x4200 (Children services) 800-926-5462 (General info) Web: www.casacolina.org Email: [email protected]
CENTER FOR DEVELOPING KIDS Fun day camp in therapeutic setting with a staff of occupational, physical and speech therapists. Sensory motor and neurodevelopmental techniques, social and play skills. Conditions: Developmental and physical disabilities, Autism, Down Syndrome Center for Developing Kids 200 E. Del Mar Blvd. Suite 112 Pasadena, CA 91105 626-564-2700 fax: 626-564-2770 Web: http://www.centerfordevelopingkids.com Email: [email protected]
CHAMP CAMP Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation Provides camp, family camp, recreation, and sports activities to burn victims, ages 5-20. Conditions: Burns 3600 Oceanview Blvd. #1 Glendale, CA 91208 818-249-2230 or 800-242-BURN fax: 818-249-2488 Southern California Office: 3100 W. Burbank Blvd. Suite 204 Burbank, CA 91505 818-848-0223 fax: 919-848-0296 Web: www.aarbf.org Email: [email protected]
CHILD EDUCATIONAL CENTER (CEC) The CEC serves children and families at JPL, Caltech and the surrounding communities. It is a full day, 10 week recreational program for children entering 1st through 7th grades. While the CEC is not designed specifically for children with special needs, we will enroll on a case by case basis where staff feel it is appropriate for the child and the program's curriculum. 140 Foothill Blvd. La Canada, CA 91011 818-354-3418 fax: 818-393-4243 Web: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Contact: Erinn Levin, School Age Director – [email protected]
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CHILDREN WITH AUTISM MAKING PROGRESS (C.A.M.P.) Day camp with various recreational activities for children with autism, ages 5-15. Regional Center vendor. Conditions: Autism 1527 Fremont Ave. South Pasadena, CA 91030 626-345-9228 Contact: Kristin Capalbo Web: www.81x.com/kcapalbo/camp Email: [email protected]
CITY OF GARDENA RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT Serves the mentally and developmentally disabled. Special Olympics programs, Fiesta Club, dances, swimming. Conditions: Disabilities 1700 W. 162nd Street Gardena, CA 90247 310-217-9537 Contact: Kelly Fujio Web: www.ci.gardena.ca.us
CITY OF PASADENA HUMAN SERVICES AND RECREATION Recreational programs serving teens with disabilities. 10-week Saturday sessions providing developmentally appropriate activities, social skills development and recreation. Field trips, art programs, dances. Volunteer opportunities. Conditions: Disabilities Jackie Robinson Center 100 N. Garfield Ave. Room 328 Pasadena, CA 91109 626-744-7257 Contact: Jackie Scott Web: www.ci.pasadena.ca.us/humanservices Email: [email protected]
THE CONSORTIUM OF CHILDREN’S ASTHMA CAMPS Web: www.asthmacamps.org
CRAZZY’S WASEWAGAN CAMP & RETREAT Traditional residential summer camp that can provide camp activities and programs to girls and boys with developmental disabilities, as staffing ratios permit. Camp Wasewagan is located in the Angeles Mountains. Conditions: Developmental Disabilities 42121 Seven Oaks Rd. Angeles Oaks, CA 92305 909-794-2910 Web: http://www.lazyjranchcamp.com Email: [email protected]
CYBERCAMPS Single and multi-week summer technology day camps held at prestigious university campuses. Day camps, ages 7-16; residential, ages 10 & up. Conditions: Can accommodate disabilities 2401 4th Ave. Suite 1110 Seattle, WA 98121 206-442-4500 888-904-2267 fax: 206-442-4501 Web: www.giantcampus.com
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DANNY’S FARM Danny’s Farm is offering a unique day camp for children with developmental disabilities. We offer hands-on experience with a variety of farm animals, arts and crafts, nature walks, and other fun-filled activities. Weelchair accessible and fluent in sign language. We serve ages 5-17, and kids will be grouped according to developmental age. Campers need to function in a 1:3 staff:camper ratio and must be toilet trained. Intake interviews must be conducted to determine appropriate placement of campers, as to ensure optimal groupings. Camp sessions are offered during Spring Break, Summer Break and Winter Break. 3064 ½ Ridgeview Drive Altadena, CA 91001 626-797-FARM (3276) fax: 626-798-3955 Web: www.dannysfarm.com
DEAF KIDS KAMP Kampers must be deaf and communicate in sign language. Ages 6-17. No cost to families. Kamp is at Camp Whittle campground in Big Bear, CA. Conditions: Deaf Sproul Ranch, Inc. 42263 50th Street West, Suite 610 Quartz Hill, CA 93536 Web: www.deafkidskamp.com Email: [email protected]
DESTINATION SCIENCE Summer day camps, hands-on learning programs taught by mature, professional teachers. Four different camp themes, 70 neighborhood locations. Ages 5-11. Conditions: Can accommodate disabilities 953 North Elm Street Orange, CA 92867 888-909-2822 fax: 888-909-7577 Web: www.destinationscience.org Email: [email protected]
DOUGLAS FAMILY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Provides pre-school summer camp in an inclusive setting. Children with Autism/Aspergers will be interviewed before acceptance into the program. Ages 2-5 years. Conditions: Disabilities Sinai Temple 10400 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90024 310-474-1518 fax: 310-474-6801 Contact: Judy Web: www.sinaitemple.org/temple/douglas_family.php
DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF LOS ANGELES Provides various services, information and referrals. including camp info, for children with Down Syndrome. Conditions: Down Syndrome, Developmental Disabilities 315 Arden Ave. Suite 25 Glendale, CA 91203 818-242-7871 fax: 818-242-7819 Web: www.dsala.org Email: [email protected] EARLY CHILDHOOD CLUBHOUSE INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM After-school program for children ages 2-6 with autism, Asperger's, developmental disabilities and/or behavioral disorders. Five days a week, 1-5 pm. Highly structured and integrated program includes various recreational activities. Conditions: Autism, Developmental Disabilities UCLA Neuropsychiatric Institute and Hospital 760 Westwood Plaza, #78-222 Los Angeles, CA 90024 310-825-0367 Contact: Rochelle Noel Email: [email protected]
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EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Provides camp experiences, as well as after-school and recreational programs, for children with special needs. Check the website for specific information for each local chapter. Conditions: Disabilities 710 W. Broadway Glendale, CA 91204 818-551-0128 Web: www.southerncal.easterseals.com
EDUCATION SPECTRUM Serves children with developmental delays individually and in groups, specializing in autism and other related disorders. Also social skills and art. Special summer programs. Conditions: Autism, Developmental Disabilities 2235 N. Lake Ave., Suite 201 Altadena, CA 91001 626-797-1500 Contact: Diane Howard, Director Web: www.edspec.org Email: [email protected]
ENCHANTED HILLS CAMP Residential camp serving blind and visually impaired children and their families, through Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Traditional camp setting. No fee for children. Conditions: Blind, Visually Impaired 3410 Mt. Veeder Road Napa, CA 94558 707-224-4023 fax: 707-224-5435 Web: www.lighthouse-sf.org
FIVE ACRES SCHOOL A special educational leader, Five Acres School supports students with behavioral, emotional, and learning challenges. Our year-round therapeutic school teaches students to manage their behaviors independently and to excel academically, in partnership with families. CDE certified, fully WASC accredited. Conditions: Behavioral, Emotional, & Learning Impaired 760 Mountain View Street Altadena, CA 91001 626-798-6793 Contact: Danielle LePon Web: www.5acres.org Email: [email protected]
FOOTSTEPS 4 LIFE Sports training just for kids! 110 E. Duarte Road Monrovia, CA 91016 626-599-2033
FRIENDS AT PLAY Program for children ages 3-5 with developmental delays. Typically developing children volunteer as role models and friends. 50-minute sessions. Also offers music program. Conditions: Autism, Developmental Disabilities First United Methodist Church 700 N. Glenoaks Blvd. Burbank, CA 91502 818-845-2846 Contact: Teresa Mackey
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FROSTIG CENTER SUMMER WORKSHOPS Summer Workshops help students have a positive classroom experience in small groups. Ages 6-18. Conditions: Learning Disabilities 971 N. Altadena Drive Pasadena, CA 91107 626-791-1255 Contact: Kathy Holmes Web: www.frostig.org/ Email: [email protected]
FUN & FIT GYMNASTICS DAY CAMP Gym program for typically developing children can also serve special needs kids. Conditions: Disabilities 1919 W. Burbank Blvd. Burbank, CA 91506 818-845-0700 or 21021 Soledad Canyon Rd. #208 Canyon Country, CA 91351 661-255-7244 Web: www.funandfit.com Email: [email protected]
GENE HURWIN & BIG FUN at Santa Monica Gymnastics Center Innovative method utilizing gymnastic "play" for kids with special needs. Recreational programs and therapy services available at various locations throughout Southern California. Conditions: Special Needs 3710 S. Robertson Blvd. Suite 225 Culver City, CA 90232 310-837-7849 toll free: 877-244-3868 fax: 310-838-8454 Web: www.bigfungymnastics.com Email: [email protected]
GREATER LOS ANGELES CROHN’S & COLITIS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA (CCFA) Camp Oasis Provides a week-long residential summer camp in July for children 7-16 years old. Also offers info, events, support groups year-round; youth programs, summer camp, and family camp. Conditions: Colitis and Crohn's Disease. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) 1640 S. Sepulveda Blvd. #214 Los Angeles, CA 90025 310-478-4500 Web: www.ccfa.org/chapters/losangeles/ Email: [email protected]
HILLSIDE LEARNING CENTER / HILLSIDE HOUSE Offers summer school classes for grades 9-12 on a variety of subjects. Hillside is an accredited institution offering services to students who struggle in most academic environments. School services for grades 7-12 and educational therapy for K-12. Conditions: Learning disabilities 4331 Oak Grove Dr. La Canada, CA 91011 818-952-1122 (School) 818-790-3044 (Learning Ctr.) Email: [email protected] Web: www.hillsideforsuccess.org
HOUSE EAR INSTITUTE Annual Sharing is Caring summer family camp for hearing impaired children and their families. Ages 3 mo.-18 yo. Volunteer counselor opportunities for ages 18+. Conditions: Deaf, Hearing Impaired 2100 W. Third St. Los Angeles, CA 90057 213-483-4431 x7013 Contact: Kathy Arms Web: www.hei.org/education/camp/camp.htm Email: [email protected]
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iD TECH CAMPS Innovative, challenging computer camps on selected college campuses. Age 7-17. Contact for courses and locations. Conditions: Autism, Aspergers, ADD/ADHD, Dyslexia 42 W. Campbell Ave. #301 Campbell, CA 95008 888-709-TECH Web: www.internaldrive.com Email: [email protected]
INSTITUTE FOR GIRLS DEVELOPMENT Summer Workshop Programs Mind, body, and spirit adventures. 95 N. Marengo Avenue, Suite 205 Pasadena, CA 91101 626-585-8075 Web: www.instituteforgirlsdevelopment.com
INTEGRATED LEARNING SOLUTIONS Comprehensive services for children with learning differences or AD/HD. Summer workshops. Conditions: ADD, ADHD 2233 Huntington Dr. #14 San Marino, CA 91108 626-568-8558
JEMS SPECIAL CAMP Japanese Evangelical Missionary Society JEMS sponsors a week-long Christian camp for individuals with developmental disabilities of Asian descent. Conditions: Developmental Disabilities 948 East Second Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 213-613-0022 fax: 213-613-0211 Web: www.jems.org/mounts.htm Email: [email protected]
JAY NOLAN COMMUNITY SERVICES - FAMILY SUPPORT Among many support services, offers an inclusive camp program for children ages 8-16. Conditions: Special Needs 15501 San Fernando Mission Blvd. #200 P.O. Box 9604 Mission Hills, CA 91346 818-361-6400 x119 (camp) 818-361-6400 (office) Web: www.jaynolan.org Email: [email protected]
JOEY TRAVOLTA'S ENTERTAINMENT EXPERIENCE A group of training professionals who teach children with special needs acting, improv-comedy, digital filmmaking, and animation. Typical peers and siblings are welcome to create an inclusive environment. Movie Making Summer Camp offered. Ages 6-18. Conditions: Special needs 146 W. Cypress Avenue, #103 Burbank, CA 91502 818-848-3708 fax: 818-848-1493 Web: www.joeytee.com Email: [email protected]
JOHN TRACY CLINIC Provides educational programs free of charge to deaf and hard of hearing children and their families. Offers summer sessions. Serves infant-age 5. Conditions: Deaf, Hearing Impaired 806 W. Adams Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90007 213-748-5481 800-522-4582 Web: www.johntracyclinic.org Email: [email protected]
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KRIS’ CAMP Offers therapy-intensive/respite camp sessions for children with special needs (focusing on children with autism/autistic-like challenges) and their families in Idyllwild. Ages 4-15. Conditions: Autism/ASD, Developmental Disabilities Business address: 3359 Creek Road Salt Lake City, UT 84121 801-733-0721 Web: http://wmoore.net/kriscamp.html Email: [email protected]
LAZY J RANCH CAMP Residential summer camp for children ages 5-15, including those with ADD. Located in Malibu. Conditions: ADHD / ADD Box 505 Route 2 Malibu, CA 90265 310-457-5572 Contact: "Crazzy" Craig Johnson Web: www.LazyJRanchCamp.com Email: [email protected]
THE LEARNING LADDER Offers summer prep courses for the PSAT and SAT, test-taking strategies, writing workshops. Conditions: Learning Differences 4490 Cornishon Avenue, Suite 111 La Canada, CA 91011 818-790-HELP (4357) Web: www.learningladder.biz
LIONS CAMP AT TERESITA PINES Summer camp for deaf or hearing impaired children to learn outdoor skills, enjoy nature and socialize with other deaf children. Conditions: Deaf, Hearing Impaired P.O. Box 98 Wrightwood, CA 92397 800-585-3245 760-249-3580 (TTY) Web: www.socalionscamp.com Email: [email protected]
LIONS WILDERNESS CAMP FOR DEAF CHILDREN A camp experience sponsored by the Lions Clubs of CA & NV where a deaf child age 6-15 can learn outdoor skills and enjoy the wonders of nature. Conditions: Deaf P.O. Box 195 Knightsen, CA 94548 888-613-1557 Web: www.lionswildcamp.org Email: [email protected]
LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL – CAMP GOOD GRIEF Offers a three-day camp experience for children (ages 8-12) who have had a sibling or parent die. Located at various locations in Southern California. Conditions: Bereavement Loma Linda University Children's Hospital Camp Good Grief 11234 Anderson Street, Rm. 2803 Loma Linda, California 92354 (San Bernardino county) 909-558-8212 Contact: Dinah Evans Web: http://www.llu.edu/lluch/grief Email: [email protected]
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MARTIN LUTHER KING THERAPEUTIC RECREATION CENTER Provides inclusive recreational programs for persons with disabilities in Southern and West Los Angeles, primarily ages 7-22. Conditions: Disabilities 3916 South Western Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90037 213-847-0878 Web: www.laparks.org/dos/therapeutic/martin.htm Email: [email protected]
MOVE A CHILD HIGHER (MACH 1) Offers therapeutic horseback riding activities designed to help children with disabilities. Conditions: Disabilities, Special Needs 1430 Topeka St. Pasadena, CA 91104 626-798-1222 Contact: Joy Rittenhouse 626-798-1222 Web: www.moveachildhigher.org Email: [email protected]
NATIONAL KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Among many other services, foundation runs a summer camp program for youth in four one-week sessions. A family camp is also available. Conditions: Kidney 17100 Ventura Blvd. Suite 222 Encino, CA 91316 818-783-8153 800-747-5527 Contact: Elivey Jimenez Web: www.kidneysocal.org/camp.html Email: [email protected]
NAWA Offers many summer programs with an emphasis on outdoor adventures. Caters to non-traditional learners. Serves ages 10-19. Conditions: ADD / ADHD, Learning Disabilities 17351 Trinity Mountain Rd. French Gulch, CA 96033 800-358-6292 Web: www.nawa-academy.com Email: [email protected]
ORALINGUA SCHOOL FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED Private school that serves the hearing impaired. Speech/laungauge/aural habilitation therapy center, open year round. Offers summer programs, parent/infant therapy. Conditions: Deaf, Hearing Impaired 7056 S. Washington Ave. Whittier, CA 90602 562-945-8391 fax: 562-945-0361 Web: www.oralingua.org Email: [email protected]
PASADENA CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATES Offers a variety of services for children with special needs. Social/play skills intervention in-home. Music therapy, social skills groups in summer. Serves infants-12 yo. Conditions: Autism, Developmental Disabilities, Special Needs 620 N. Lake Ave. Pasadena, CA 91101 626-793-7350 fax: 626-793-7341 Web: www.pasadenachilddevelopment.com Email: [email protected]
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PASADENA JUNIOR THEATRE Theatre arts classes, special summer camps. Conditions: Hearing Impaired, Physical Disabilities, ADD, Autism Mailing address: 75 N. Marengo Ave. Pasadena, CA 91101 626-577-5922 fax: 626-793-7517 Web: www.pasadenajuniortheatre.org Email: [email protected]
PILGRIM PINES CAMP Traditional residential summer camp provides mainstreaming opportunities for the developmentally disabled. Affiliated with United Church of Christ. Conditions: Developmental Disabilites 39570 Glen Road Yucaipa, CA 92399 909-797-1821 800-616-6612 fax: 909-797-2691 Web: www.pilgrimpinescamp.org Email: [email protected]
REACH FOR THE STARS HOT AIR BALLOON FOUNDATION Dedicated to providing the hot air balloon experience to all people, especially those that are physically challenged. Easy entry basket is customized for wheelchair users and those with limited mobility. Balloon is available to community events and balloon festivals, as well as to individuals. Carol & Pat Murphy 2683 Quail Rd. Escondido, CA 92026 760-738-4040 Web: www.reach4thestars.org Email: [email protected]
ROSE BOWL AQUATICS CENTER Offers specialized swimming instruction for kids with special needs. Vendored through Regional Center. Conditions: Disabilities 360 N. Arroyo Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91103 626-564-0330 fax: 626-356-7572 Web: www.rosebowlaquatics.org
SAY 'N' PLAY SUMMER SPEECH CAMP Summer day camp for ages 3 and above, to improve speech and language development. Conditions: Autism, Learning disabilities, Articulation/phonological disorders 5761 Buckingham Parkway Culver City, CA 90230 310-649-6199 Contact: Pamela Wiley Email: [email protected] Web: www.speakla.com
SMILE A WHILE CAMP Smile A While day camps and After School program both welcome children from diverse backgrounds, skills and abilities. At Smile A While we believe that every child deserves a place where they can experience new and exciting adventures, make life long friends and learn important social skills all while having fun!! We work with children facing a wide spectrum of developmental and emotional issues. Conditions: Autistic spectrum, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, Asperger's, ADD/ADHD, and others.
2750 New York Drive Pasadena, CA 91107 626-794-3864 Email: [email protected] Web: www.smileawhilecamp.com
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SPECIAL OLYMPICS / PASADENA Provides sports activities in preparation for Special Olympics. Conditions: Mental, Developmental Disabilities 9 East Foothill Avenue Arcadia, CA 91006 626-818-4663 fax: 626-462-9784 Contact: Barbara Klein Web: www.sosc.org Email: [email protected]
SPECIAL OLYMPICS / SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Provides information on Special Olympics sports programs throughout Southern California. Ages 8+. Conditions: Mental, Developmental Disabilities 5875 Green Valley Circle, Suite 200 Culver City, CA 90230 800-832-6276 fax: 310-215-8388 Web: www.sosc.org Email: [email protected]
STARS ATHLETICS Stars is a non-profit center serving the Foothill/San Gabriel Valley area, offering programs for children, including Gymnastics, dance, cheerleading and martial arts. Conditions: Can accommodate special needs 708 W. Las Tunas Dr. San Gabriel, CA 91776 626-292-7827 Contact: Joanne Bockian Web: www.starsathletics.org Email: [email protected]
SURFERS HEALING – A FOUNDATION FOR AUTISM Offers annual summer surfing camps for individuals with autism. Promotes therapeutic benefits of surfing and its positive effects on the vestibular system. Conditions: Autism P.O. Box 1267 San Juan Capistrano, CA 92693 866-647-HEAL fax: 949-728-1200 Web: www.surfershealing.org Email: [email protected]
TUMBLEWEED DAY CAMP Traditional summer day camp that can accommodate children with asthma, behavior disorders and learning disabilities. Located in Brentwood. Conditions: Disabilities P.O. Box 49291 Los Angeles, CA 90049 310-472-7474 fax: 310-476-7788 Web: www.twforever.com Email: [email protected]
VILLA ESPERANZA SERVICES Villa Esperanza Services is a nonprofit corporation devoted to the care, education, health & social services of developmentally disabled children, and adults and seniors with disabilities. Summer sessions available. Conditions: Autism, Developmental Disabilities 2060 East Villa Street Pasadena, CA 91107 626-449-2919 fax: 626-449-2850 Web: www.villaesperanzaservices.org Email: [email protected]
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VILLAGE GLEN SCHOOL SUMMER DAY CAMP Social skills development for children with Asperger’s Disorder and related challenges. 818-779-5207 Web: www.thehelpgroup.org
Y-SPIRIT PROGRAM Recreation/socialization program for teens with developmental disabilities. Age 13-21 yrs. Summer program. 1:3 staff/participant ratio. Conditions: Developmental Disabilities 155 North Lake Avenue, Suite 230-A Pasadena, CA 91101 626-432-1507 Contact: Seiko Nimi, Program Director Web: www.ymcala.org
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This is a guide to some directories and listings of summer camps. Some resources identify camps available to all children and some are especially for children who have disabilities. It is also likely that your community has summer camps or recreational opportunities available, that you probably won't find listed in these directories! To find out what's available in your community, consult these local sources of information — your child’s teachers, local parks or recreation departments, religious organizations, fellow parents, and community groups. Camp List for Children with Cancer The Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation National Office P.O. Box 498 Kensington, MD 20895-0498 (800) 366-2223; (301) 962-3520 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.candlelighters.org/supportcamps.stm Camps for Children with Spina Bifida Spina Bifida Association of America 4590 MacArthur Boulevard, N.W., Suite 250 Washington, D.C. 20007-4226 (800) 621-3141; (202) 944-3285 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.sbaa.org A Directory of Camps and Summer Programs for Children and Youth with Special Needs and Disabilities in the Metro New York Area Resources for Children with Special Needs Publications/Department B 116 E. 16th Street, 5th Floor New York, NY 10003 (212) 677-4650; fax: (212) 254-4070 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.resourcesnyc.org $33.00 including shipping and handling (available in English & Spanish) Discover Camp: Considerations for Sending your Child with a Disability to Camp for the First Time National Center on Physical Activity and Disability (NCPAD) 1640 W. Roosevelt Road Chicago, IL 60608-6904 800-900-8086 Email: [email protected] Web: www.ncpad.org/get/discover/index.html or www.ncaonline.org/discover/
Easter Seals Camping and Recreation List Easter Seals-National Office 233 South Wacker Drive Chicago, IL 60606 (800) 221-6827; (312) 726-6200 (Voice) (312) 726-4258 (TTY) E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=ntl_directory_camprec Guide to Summer Camps and Summer Schools Porter Sargent Publishers, Inc., c/o IDS 400 Bedford Street, Suite 322 Manchester, NH 03101 (800) 342-7470 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.portersargent.com/SummerCamps_SummerSchools.htm $45.00 hard-cover; $27.00 soft-cover (plus shipping and handling) National Camp Association, Inc. 610 Fifth Avenue P.O. Box 5371 New York, NY 10185 (800) 966-CAMP (2267); (212) 645-0653 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.summercamp.org (CampQuest, an on-line camp selection guide, is available on the NCA web site.)
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Web Sites American Camp Association www.acacamps.org Association of Independent Camps: Summer Camp Directory & Resource www.independentcamps.com/intercamp Brave Kids: Camps and Resources for Children with Chronic, Life-Threatening Illnesses or Disabilities www.bravekids.org The Camp & Conference Homepage www.camping.org Camp Channel www.campchannel.com/docs/campsearch.html Camps for Children with Diabetes www.childrenwithdiabetes.com The Camp Page Guide to Summer Camps www.camppage.com CampResource.com: Special Needs Camps www.campresource.com/camps/spec_needs_camps.cfm Camp Search: The Search Engine for Camps www.campsearch.com/ Children’s Hemiplegia and Stroke Association (CHASA) www.chasa.org/summercamps.htm Children's Oncology Camping Association www.coca-intl.org Diabetes Camping Association: Diabetes Camp Directory—U.S. Camps www.diabetescamps.org/uscamps.php
Discover Camp: Considerations for Sending your Child with a Disability to Camp for the First Time www.ncpad.org/get/discover/index.html Grown-Up Camps www.grownupcamps.com Kids' Camps www.kidscamps.com My Summer Camps www.mysummercamps.com National Center on Physical Activity & Disability (NCPAD) Fun & Leisure: Camp Resources www.ncpad.org/fun/fact_sheet.php?sheet=88&view=all Special Needs Camps www.mysummercamps.com/camps/Special_Needs_Camps/index.html Summer Camps for Amputees and Children with Limb Differences www.amputee-coalition.org/fact_sheets/Kidscamps.html Summer Camps for Kids with Learning and Attention Problems www.schwablearning.org/camp/index.asp Summer Camp Search summercamps.com/cgi-bin/summercamps/search.cgi Thomson & Peterson's Listing of Special Needs Summer Programs www.petersons.com/summerop/select/t004se.asp
Specialized Camps and Summer Programs (from Attention Magazine) MAPLEBROOK SCHOOL Amenia, NY www.maplebrookschool.org Maplebrook offers an exciting summer program filled with activities for every student’s and ability. There will be camping trips, rock climbing, ropes courses, sports clinics, arts and music activities. The summer program offers a unique program that incorporates academic remediation, life skills, social skills and independence while having lots of fun! For more information, please contact the Admissions Office at 845-373-8191, via e-mail to [email protected]. NYU CHILD STUDY CENTER PROGRAM FOR KIDS SUNY Maritime College, Throggs Neck, NY www.AboutOurKids.org NYU Summer Program For Kids is an 8-week, all day, therapeutic program exclusively for children aged 7-11 with AD/HD and behavior disorders. Focus of program is to build self-esteem and help children develop attentional, organizational and friendship skills. Clinical psychologists and experienced teachers supervise undergraduate and graduate-level counselors. Staff/child ratio 1 to 1.5. Enrollment is limited. SOAR Balsam, NC www.soarnc.org SOAR’s adventure programs serve youth, 8-18, diagnosed with LD and/or AD/HD. With over 30 years experience, SOAR helps youth develop self-confidence, social skills, problem-solving techniques and more. We offer several locations with a variety of activities: rafting, rock climbing, backpacking, horsepacking, llama trekking, fishing, SCUBA, and so much more! SUMMIT CAMP New York, NY www.summitcamp.com Summit Camp serves campers ages 8-17 with issues of AD/HD, Aspergers syndrome, mild Learning Disabilities, and/or challenging behaviors. Summit Travel, ages 15-19, is a continuation service, this summer visiting Hawaii-San Francisco and the Grand Canyon as major destinations and Canada for our mini tour. TALISMAN SUMMER CAMPS Zirconia, NC www.talismancamps.com
Talisman Camps offer youth with AD/HD and other special needs a summer full of fun, adventure and new learning experiences, and provide parents with unique alternatives to ordinary summer camps. Activities promote self-esteem, responsibility and the basics of good decision-making. Programs are designed with each child’s special needs in mind. CAMP BUCKSKIN Minneapolis, MN www.campbuckskin.com Camp Buckskin has been helping parents help their children to become more successful since 1959. Our campers have a world of potential that has yet to be fully developed. By developing potential and improving abilities, our campers can make and maintain friendships, increase their academic performance, and overall become more successful, happier people. We invite you to consider how we can help you now and for many years to come. THE GOW SCHOOL South Wales, NY www.gow.org The Gow School Summer Program was founded in 1990. It offers a five week co-ed summer program for ages 8-16. We have small classes, dedicated faculty, with great weekend trips and leadership opportunities. The recently completed Fine Arts Center houses the Simms Family Theater, art studios, instrumental and vocal music lab and the BattleBots IQ Design Shop. In the 50,000 square foot Gow Center there is a full athletic program. CAMP KODIAK Mississauga, Ontario www.campkodiak.com Camp Kodiak is an integrated, non-competitive camp serving ADHD, LD, NLD, AS and mainstream children and teens. Social skills program, academic program and over 50 sports and activities. Small cabin groups, 2-to-1 ratio, professional staff. Comfortable lakefront cabins with electricity and full bathrooms including shower. Low sugar/additive menu. Pick up and delivery at airport in Toronto CLUB KODIAK – THE NEXT STEP Mississauga, Ontario www.campkodiak.com Safe and structured vacation environment tailored to meet the needs of young adults aged 19+. Over 30 sports and activities, integrated life skills program, out-of-camp excursions, discrete 24-hour supervision. Comfortable Comfortable lakefront cabins with electricity and full bathrooms including shower. Low sugar/additive menu. Pick up and delivery at airport in Toronto
LANDMARK COLLEGE Putney, VT www.landmark.edu Landmark College is America’s leading college for students with learning disabilities and AD/HD. Students “learn how to learn” in new ways to become successful and independent learners. Its two-year associate degrees in business administration, business studies, general studies and liberal arts prepare graduates to complete their bachelor’s degrees at top colleges and universities nationwide. THE LEARNING CAMP Vail, CO www.LearningCamp.com The Learning Camp is one of the first summer camps developed specifically for kids with ADD, ADHD, dyslexia and other learning disabilities. Since 1996we have been building confidence and academic success in boys and girls ages 7-14 from a single location tucked in the Vail Valley of Colorado by combining tutoring with traditional summer camp adventure. Five sessions to choose from, June through August. Our staff are professional adults only, no high school or college students, with a staff/camper ratio of 1:3. Groups served: co-ed, children (ages 7-14).
