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CANADA
Camp Kirk
Ontario, Canada
Web: www.campkirk.com
Toll-free: 866-982-3310
Camp Kirk offers a Canadian coed overnight camp experience for children ages 6-13 with learning disabilities, attention deficit disorder, autism spectrum disorders, incontinence, and/or bedwetting difficulties. Since 1993, Camp Kirk has provided a nurturing, noncompetitive environment. Allow your child to feel the magic of empowerment through the Camp Kirk experience.
Camp Kodiak
Ontario, Canada
Web: www.campkodiak.com
Toll-free: 877-569-7595
An integrated, noncompetitive camp serving children and teens with and without ADHD, LD, NLD, and Asperger Syndrome. Staffed by teachers, psychologists, social workers, youth workers, recreation specialists, and university students. Staff/camper ratio is 1:2. We offer a social-skills and academic program, and more than 0 activities. Our 425-acre grounds include indoor and outdoor sports facilities and lakefront log cabins with electricity, full bathrooms, and decks.
Club Kodiak
Ontario, Canada
Web: www.campkodiak.com/club
Toll-free: 877-569-7595
Club Kodiak, which grew out of Camp Kodiak and shares the same grounds, is a residential program for young adults 19+ with ADHD, LD, NLD, and Asperger. We offer an exciting resort experience, which includes more than 30 sports, cultural activities, and a life-skills and social-skills program, in a safe, structured environment.
NORTHEAST
Camp Northwood
Remsen, New York
Web: www.nwood.com
Tel: 315-831-3621
Northwood programs provide traditional summer experiences for socially immature, learning-challenged, and high-functioning autistic children. A structured, noncompetitive setting enables our staff to concentrate on the instruction and reinforcement of age-appropriate social skills, while campers enjoy a wide variety of traditional camping activities. Our 1:2 counselor/camper ratio ensures individual attention, success, and the opportunity for the campers to shine.
Camp Sequoia
Narberth, Pennsylvania
Web: www.camp-sequoia.com
Tel: 610-771-0111
Located on the beautiful campus of the Hill School in Pottstown, Pennsylvania (40 miles northwest of Philadelphia), Camp Sequoia is an innovative overnight camp for children ages 8-18 who need help with social skills and who thrive on consistency. Campers are empowered by being allowed to select many of their own activities.
NYU Summer Program for Kids/The Hallen School
New Rochelle, New York
Web: www.aboutourkids.org
Tel: 516-358-1811
A seven-week, all-day, therapeutic program to help children, ages 7-11 with ADHD, build self-esteem and develop attentional, organizational, and friendship skills. Clinical psychologists and qualified teachers supervise undergraduate and graduate-level counselors (staff/camper ratio is 1:1.5).
Summit Camp & Travel
Honesdale, Pennsylvania
Web: www.summitcamp.com
Toll-free: 800-323-9908
Summit Camp provides personal attention to children ages 8-19 with attention issues. We provide fun recreational and social activities that reinforce social skills, personal success, confidence, enthusiasm, and self-worth. Two- or three-week camps, plus Teen Tours for ages 15-19: California & Western Parks; New England; Israel Adventure.
Wediko Summer Program
Windsor, New Hampshire
Web: www.wediko.org
Toll-free: 617-292-9200
A therapeutic and academic summer program designed to help children with ADHD, mood disorders, Asperger, and anxiety have fun and experience social, emotional, and academic success. We provide a variety of activities, as well as daily group therapy, experiential education, and family therapy.
SOUTH
Charis Hills
Sunset, Texas
Web: www.charishills.org
Toll-free: 888-681-2173
Charis Hills is a Christian recreational and educational camp for children and young adults ages 7-18 with learning differences, including ADHD, LD, Asperger, and high-functioning autism. A fun-filled, nurturing environment enables campers to find acceptance and success.
Currey Ingram Academy
Brentwood, Tennessee
Web: www.curreyingram.org
Tel: 615-507-3242
Currey Ingram Academy is a K-12 college-preparatory day school for students with diverse learning styles. Two-day camps are offered this summer: the Greater Nashville Rock-and-Roll Theatre Camp (June 6-July 1) and the Beech Creek Adventure Camp (July 18-August 5).
Frontier Travel Camp
Miami Shores, Florida
Web: www.frontiertravelcamp.com
Toll-free: 866-750-CAMP (2267)
A fun and exciting special-needs summer camp alternative for high-functioning young adults ages 15-35. Frontier travels across the U.S., Canada, Hawaii, Alaska, and Europe. We have a counselor/camper ratio of 1:5. We provide campers the opportunity to travel, make new friends, and feel respected while being independent.
SOAR
Balsam, North Carolina
Web: www.soarnc.org
Tel: 828-456-3435
Serving youth with ADHD and learning disabilities since 1975, SOAR’s ACA-accredited outdoor learning centers are designed to increase self-confidence and improve social skills and problem-solving techniques. The staff at SOAR strives to ensure success for each student across a wide range of experiences. Wilderness adventures include rock climbing, rafting, llama treks, horsepacking, snorkeling, scuba diving, and more.
Talisman Camps & Programs
Zirconia, North Carolina
Web: www.talismancamps.com
Toll-free: 888-681-2173
Talisman offers outdoor adventure programs and semesters for children with ADHD, learning disabilities, and Asperger syndrome. Our camps and programs facilitate the development of physical and social competence in an atmosphere that encourages increased self-regulation and self-direction. Activities include kayaking, rock climbing, backpacking, tree climbing, carpentry, and more, in traditional and expeditionary sessions.
MIDWEST
Camp Buckskin
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Web: www.campbuckskin.com
Tel: 763-208-4805
Buckskin has provided structure, consistency, and support in offering opportunities for success in traditional camp and some academic activities since 1959. We feature a comprehensive Personal Growth program, which focuses on developing and improving social skills. We work with parents to help our campers learn to build and maintain positive social skills, improve problem-solving skills, and become more self-reliant.
Camp Nuhop
Ashland County, Ohio
Web: www.campnuhop.org
Tel: 419-289-2227
For 37 years, Camp Nuhop has provided a safe, nurturing, dynamic learning environment where children are empowered to succeed. Located in Ohio’s Mohican State Park, Nuhop offers six-week-long sessions throughout the summer. Sessions offer traditional and traveling camps that are designed to meet campers’ individual needs, building confidence through success and friendship.
WEST
The Learning Camp
Vail, Colorado
Web: www.learningcamp.com
Tel: 970-524-2706
The Learning Camp, the original Rocky Mountain summer camp developed specifically for kids with learning differences, has been building confidence and academic success in boys and girls, ages 7-14, since 1996 by combining tutoring with adventure. Our staff are professional adults only, with a staff/camper ratio of 1:3. There are four sessions, June through August, for campers to choose from.
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