2015
State Support Team Region 8
420 Washington Ave.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
330 929-6634
State Support Team Region 8
This is a publication of the SSTR8, 420 Washington Ave., Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
44221. The opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the policies and
positions of the U.S. Department of Education, the Ohio Department of
Education, nor those of the Summit County Educational Service Center. SSTR8 is
not endorsing nor promoting any of the listed facilities.
The Summit County Educational Service Center ensures equal employment and
equal education opportunities regardless of race, color, creed, national origin,
handicap, sex, or age in compliance with state directives and federal
recommendations.
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of the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs, and no official endorsement
by the Department should be inferred.
On-Line Camp Information
www.acacamps.org the American Camp Association (formerly the
American Camping Association) is a community of camp professionals
who share their knowledge and experience to ensure the quality of
camp programs. As a leading authority in youth development, ACA
works to preserve, promote, and improve the camp experience.
www.kidscamps.com provides a Summer Camp Directory for finding
summer camps and summer programs worldwide. Camps are broken
down by Sports, Academics, Adventure, Arts, Teen Programs, Special
Interest, Religious, Special Needs, and more.
www.mysummercamps.com is a camp resource guide for kids and
teens. This source connects you with summer camps, summer camp
jobs, and a camp forum for parents, Camp Directors, and job seekers.
Camps and Fun Activities
A,B,C’s Day Camp – Vision Impairment
Ages: 5 to 8 years
Academic Fun & Fitness Camp – Multiple Disabilities
Ages: 6 to 19 years
Adaptive Golf Classes/Challenge Golf – All Disabilities
Ages: 6 to adult
Akron Rotary Camp/Resident and Day Camps - Physical and Developmental Disabilities
Ages: 6-22 years
Akron Zoo – Fun Activity
Ages: All
Bright Futures Summer Day Camp – Vision Impairment/Multiple Disabilities
Ages: 2 to 5 years – entering or returning to preschool
Camp A.B.C. (Always Be Communicating) Day Camp – Speech and Language Delays
Ages: 4-6 years
Camp Nuhop – ADD, ADHD, LD, Asperger’s Syndrome, and Other Disabilities
Ages: 6-18 years
Camp Nuhop/Respite Weekends - ADD, ADHD, LD, Asperger’s Syndrome, and Other Disabilities
Ages 8 and Older
Camp Paradise/Adult Camp – Developmental Disabilities
Ages: Adult
Camp Paradise/Respite Camp – Developmental Disabilities
Ages: School Aged
Camp Paradise/Youth Camp – Developmental Disabilities
Ages: School Aged
Camp Quality Ohio – Serving Children with Cancer
Ages: 4-18 years
Camp Suntastic Day Camp – High-functioning with Various Disabilities
Ages: 9-13 years
Early Childhood Zoo Camps – For 2-5 year old with a Caregiver
Ages – 2-5 years
Fundamentals for Success – Vision Impairment
Ages: 16 to 21 years
North Coast Tutoring Services – Multiple Disabilities
Ages: 5 to 22 years
Portage County Rotary Camp - Physical and Developmental Disabilities
Ages: 6 to 22 years
Richland Carrousel Park – Fun Activity
Ages: All
S.M.I.L.E. Summer Camp (Special Memories Include Laughter & Enrichment) – Various Disabilities
Ages: 4-8 years and 9-13 years (alternating weekly sessions)
Spree for All (12th Annual)/Summit Metro Parks – Hiking Series for People of All Abilities – Fun Activity
Ages – All
Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens – Fun Activity
Ages – All
Stepping Stones for Success – Vision Impairment
Ages: 14 to 16 years
Summer Enrichment for 3-5 Year Olds – Physical and Developmental Disabilities
Ages: 3-5
Summit Metro Parks – Fun Activity
Ages: All
Zoo Camps – Akron Zoo (5 full days)
Ages 7-12 years
Zoo Camps – Akron Zoo (5 half days)
Ages 5-15 years
Zoo Camps – Akron Zoo (3 half days)
Ages: 5-9 years
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A, B, C’s Day Camp
Vision Impairment
Sylvia Snyder
Cleveland Sight Center
1909 E. 101st St.
Cleveland, OH 44106
216 658-8777
www.clevelandsightcenter.org
[email protected]
$450 + transportation
5-8 (kindergarten – 3rd grade)
July 20-August 6, 2015 (Monday-Thursday)
9:00 am – Noon
ABC’s Camp is a 3 week day camp for 5 to 8 year old children with vision impairment who are
entering kindergarten to grade 3. This half day summer camp experience includes activities
that are planned and implemented by professional staff to promote independence, mobility
and literacy. Compensatory skills such as Braille, orientation & mobility, and daily living skills
are emphasized. Camp is staffed by a team including Teacher, Occupational Therapist, Physical
Therapist, Speech Pathologist, Orientation & Mobility Instructor and Teacher of the Visually
Impaired. May serve as ESY option.
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Autism, Cognitive Disability, Multiple Disabilities, Other Health
Impaired, Specific Learning Disability, Speech, or Language Impairment,
Traumatic Brain Injury - campers must be verbal
Carole Richards
120 North Main Street, Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
440 914-0200
www.unschoolcamp.org or www.cei4learning.org
[email protected]
Morning session - $1,325
Afternoon session - $1,325
Full Day Session - $2,325
Before and after camp care is free. Lunch is included for full day
campers.
6 – 19 years
June 14-July 25, 2015
8:45 am – 4:00 pm
This unusual camp is designed to serve the unique needs of children with learning differences.
The purpose of the camp is to develop self-confidence, learning fun and socialization while
exploring new activities. Each day campers learn systematic reading and math. Afternoons
include theater arts, science, poetry, sports, and social activities and more. The camper to staff
ratio is 5:1, counselors are specially trained and experienced with the needs of children with
many learning differences. Campers may qualify for the Autism or Jon Peterson Scholarship,
ESY and other scholarships. To apply, call or email.
NEW – (ages 9 to 18) – Afternoon Sessions To accommodate the large developmental
differences of our campers, groups 2 and 3 will be in a new format for the afternoon activities:
Campers will be placed in multi-aged groups: The Indians, Browns and Cavaliers. This type
grouping will promote developmentally appropriate fun through sports, games and social skills.
Individual progress will be addressed as campers are encouraged to work together to solve
problems using group dynamics. Campers will interact with our well trained counselors as they
make friends across age groups. Each camper will feel more confident, comfortable and adapt
in problem solving by working together.
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Adaptive Golf Classes – Challenge Golf
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6-Adult
Ron Tristano, Manager/PGA Professional
Challenge Golf Course and Driving Range
1596 Flickinger Rd.
Akron, OH 44312
Phone:
330 784-5400
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330 784-7038
E-mail:
[email protected]
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9:00 am – 10:00 am
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Session 1 – April 18 - May 16, 2015
Session 2 – May 30 – June 27, 2015
Fees:
$80.00 for a five week session – every Saturday for five weeks
Accessibility: Yes
Session 1 – Class Curriculum: Fundamental of Golf Swing, Chipping, Putting, Use of
Woods, Strengthening/Flexibility and Rules Etiquette.
Session 2 – Class Curriculum: On-Course Instruction and Play
You may come for one week free consultation before you sign up for Adaptive Golf
Classes. You may also use the driving range or golf course and pay as you go. We
have a beautiful facility.
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Akron Rotary Camp
Children’s Resident, Adult Resident, Sibling, & Day Camp
Physical and Developmental Disabilities
J. D. Detsch
4460 Rex Lake Drive, Akron, OH 44319
330 644-4512
www.gotcamp.org
Children’s Resident Camp (Ages 6-17): Sunday at 3:00 pm through Friday at 11:00 am,
6 weeks available. 1:3 Staff to Camper ratio $590/week.
Adult Resident Camp (Ages 18+): Two weeks available with the same duration as
above. 1:4 Staff to camper ratio. $590/week.
Sibling Camp (Ages 6-17): One week available with same duration as above. Siblings
may attend camp together during this week. 1:3 staff to camper ratio. $590/week.
Day Camp (Ages 6-22): Monday-Friday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Eight weeks available –
1:3 Staff to camper ratio. $295/week. Transportation opportunities for day camp may
be available upon request based on eligibility.
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500 Edgewood Ave., Akron, OH
330 375-2525
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330 375-2575
www.akronzoo.org
Open Year Round – closed on: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New
Year’s Day. (Prices subject to change).
Seasonal Pricing
Regular Season: May – October, Hours 10 am - 5 pm
Adults
$11.00
Senior Citizens
$ 9.00
Children (2-14 years) $ 8.00
Akron Zoo Members Free Non-Member Parking $ 2.00
Group rates Available on-line
Winter Season: November-April, Hours 11 am – 4:00 pm
Admission:
$ 7.00 per person
Akron Zoo Members Free Non-Member Parking $ 3.00
Events are offered Year-Round, here are just a few. See website for full listing.
Mother’s Day
Sunday, May 10, 2015
All Moms and Grandmothers get 50% off admission
Regular admission rates apply
World Oceans Day
Monday, June 8, 2015
Wear your favorite Hawaiian shirt to be entered to win a behind-the-scenes tour of the
Journey to the Reef. Participate in an Ocean-themed activity and win a prize.
Father’s Day
June 21, 2015
All Dads and Grandfathers get 50% off admission
Regular admission rates apply
Pancakes with Penguins
Saturday, July 11, 2015; 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Akron Zoo Members – Adult $22, Child $19 Non-members – Adult $28, Child $25
Our annual summer-time breakfast honoring the Humboldt penguins. Enjoy a pancake
breakfast with all the fixings in Komodo Kingdom Café, then help with the morning feed at
Penguin Point as our education staff tells you all about these fine, feathered friends.
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Bright Futures Summer Day Camp
Vision Impairment/Multiple Disabilities with Vision Impairment
Sylvia Snyder
Cleveland Sight Center,
1909 E. 101st St.
Cleveland, OH 44106
216 658-8777
www.clevelandsightcenter.org
[email protected]
$500.00 + transportation
2-5 years of age – entering or returning to preschool.
June 15, 2015 – July 16, 2015 (Monday – Thursday)
9:00 am – Noon
Bright Futures is a half day summer camp program for preschool aged children with
primary or secondary vision impairments. The program includes pre-academic activities,
outdoor play, therapies, socialization activities and fun.
Compensatory skills, such as pre-Braille, pre-mobility, and daily living skills are
emphasized. Camp is staffed by a team including a Pre-school Teacher, Teacher of the
Visually Impaired, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Speech Pathologist and
Orientation & Mobility Instructor. May serve as an ESY option.
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Autism, Emotional Disturbance, Hearing Impairment, Intellectual Disability,
Multiple Disabilities, Other Health Impairments, Specific Learning Disability,
Speech or Language Impairment, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Visual Impairment
including Blindness
4-6 years
Holly Reimann, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech Therapist, Camp Director
330 405-8776
[email protected]
www.campabc.com
Peak Potential Therapy, 8848 Commons Blvd., Ste. 101, Twinsburg, OH 44087
June 8 – August 21, 2015, weekly sessions, Tuesday-Thursday
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
$280/week early registration by April 15th
$330/week
Therapeutic, center-based, day camp developed for preschoolers with speech and
language delays. We want them to have a fun first-camp experience. Children with
aggressive behaviors or with multiple disabilities can attend with support of an
individual aide. We want to provide a fun and interactive way to further develop their
communication skills and have a better summer. Kids are engaged in a variety of
activities to also improve their social, fine and gross motor skills, emotional regulation,
eating, and play skills.
Camp is purposefully kept small so each child will get direct instruction from the speech
therapist. Space is limited to a max of 6 kids per week. Staff includes: a speech therapist
and aide to maintain ratio (3 kids to 1 adult). Reserve your child's place with a $25
registration fee and complete our easy online registration form. Camp tuition includes
supplies, visual schedules, transition visual supports, and daily data collection on IEP
goals. Optional services: progress report and picture CD. We can bill for camp to County
Boards of DD, Autism Scholarship Program, Jon Peterson Scholarship, school districts,
Anthem, Aetna, SummaCare, and more. Camp Fills – Don’t Delay – Register Today!!!
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Camp Nuhop - Residential
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419 289-2227
nuhop.org
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[email protected]
404 Hillcrest Drive, Ashland, OH 44805
1077 Hanover Township Road 2916, Perrysville, OH 44864
Fees and ages vary according to camp
6-18 years
Orientation – June 6, 2015 (3 Presentation times)
Highly recommended for first-time campers and families
Session 1 – June 15-20, 2015
Session 2 – June 22-27, 2015
Session 3 – June 29-July 4, 2015
Session 4 – July 13-18, 2015
Session 5 – July 20-25, 2015
Session 6 – July 27-August 1, 2015
Prices range from $820- $975 per week depending on age/camp
Two-Week Camp Dates:
June 15-27, 2015 Camp Walkabout – Age 11-13
$2,100
June 22-July 4,2015 Expedition/Sleeping Bear Dunes – Age18+
$2,400
July 13-25, 2015 Walkabout – Age 14-16
$2,100
July 20-August 1, 2015 National Trip/Shenandoah Valley – Age 16+
$2,400
In-Camp Programs
Traditional Camp (Ages 8-18), Sports Skills Camp (Ages 14-16), Science Camp (Ages 8-16),
Exploration Camp (Ages 6-7), Art Camp (Ages 11-17), Leadership Camp (Ages 17+).
Out-of-Camp Programs – these camps are more rustic in nature than the In-Camp Programs.
Aqua Camp (Ages 14-18), Bike Camp (Ages 12-14), Crusoe Camp (Ages 12-18), Lake Erie Islands
Camp (Ages 13-18), and Ohio Adventures Camp (Ages 14-17).
Two Week Camps
National Trip Camp (Ages 16+), Over -18 Expedition Camp (Ages 18+, Return Campers ONLY),
and Walkabout Camp (Ages 11-16).
The easiest way to sign up for camp is by visiting nuhop.org/apply and
complete the online application. If you have any questions, please give them a call and they’ll
be happy to assist you.
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419 289-2227
nuhop.org
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404 Hillcrest Drive, Ashland, OH 44805
1077 Hanover Township Road 2916, Perrysville, OH 44864
Fees and ages vary according to camp
8 and older
There are five Respite Weekends during the school year for return and prospective new campers
to attend. Respite Weekends are a great way for return campers to connect with summer
friends as well as participate in some of their favorite summer activities. For prospective
campers, Respite Weekends give campers a taste of what summer camp would be like, and a
chance to meet some new friends and become acquainted with our camp program. The focus
of the weekend is to enjoy the outdoors in the company of friends.
Respite Weekends are usually scheduled for the third weekend in September, the second
weekend in November, third weekend in January, and the second weekend in March and May.
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Debbie O’Brien
4283 Paradise Road, Seville, OH 44273
330 722-1900 877 546-8568 ext. 160
330 723-6695
www.shc-medina.org Email: [email protected]
Call for information on fees
Adult Camp Weeks
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Walk on the Wild Side – June 15-19, 2015 (Adult)
Discover how our ecosystems work and all that inhabits them.
Amazing Race – June 22-26, 2015 (Adult)
Ready, set, GO! Campers embark on a fun-filled and adventure-driven race
around the world this week.
Artrageous – July 6 -10, 2015 (Adult)
Spend an exciting week with paint, clay, found objects and more!
Chefalicious – July 13-17, 2015 (Adult)
Want to cook like a chef? Learn the basics of cooking – everything from food
safety and proper measuring methods to garnishing as you prepare actual
foods.
Holidaze – July 20-24, 2015 (Adult)
A year of holiday celebrations all in one week!
Rock Stars – July 27-31, 2015 (Adult)
Bring your big sunglasses, 80’s Glam, Rap, Punk, Hippy, Grunge gear for this
week at the Camp of Rock Stars and Celebrities!!
Casino Cruise – August 3-7, 2015 (Adult semi-independent)
This week will be a jackpot! Try your hand at poker, blackjack, and other board
games. Enjoy karaoke on the Camp Paradise cruise stage, and dance on the
deck under the stars in the pavilion.
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4283 Paradise Road, Seville, OH 44273
330 722-1900 877 546-8568 ext. 160
330 723-6695
www.shc-medina.org Email: [email protected]
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Spring, Fall, and Holiday Respite Camps – Check our website for
Information.
Age:
School Aged
Camp Paradise Mini-Respite Camps are offered during the school year for school aged
youth. The goal of the program is to provide a safe recreational event for
Individuals with developmental disabilities and allow caregivers an opportunity to run
errands or just relax.
Developmental Disabilities
Debbie O’Brien
4283 Paradise Road, Seville, OH 44273
330 722-1900 877 546-8568 ext. 160
330 723-6695
www.shc-medina.org Email: [email protected]
Waiver funded services: A copy of the ISP designating SHC as the
provider of service must be submitted with your application to reserve
your space. Call for waiver rates, (330) 722-1900 ext 160 –no deposit
required.
Non-waiver funded services: Overnight: $800/week
Day camp: $400/week
Non-refundable deposit: $75/week
Buddy Week Special:
Add a Buddy (ages 7-14)
Overnight: $200/week
Day camp: $150/week
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Overnight camp begins at 9:00 on Mondays and ends at 5 p.m. on
Fridays. Pick-up between 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm on Friday.
Day Camp is 9:00 am – 5:00 pm daily, and all facilities are accessible.
Pirates in Paradise – June 8-12, 2015 (School Aged Youth)
Set out on an adventure that will have you searching for Pirate loot in a camp-wide
scavenger hunt and a game of Gold Rush – keeping an eye out for those bad pirates who
want to steal your gold. Enjoy a week filled with great pirate-themed activities! This is
geared for youth with and without disabilities. Special rates are available for Buddies.
Highly trained staff with a ratio of 1:4 during awake hours.
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Camp Quality of Ohio – Residential Camp
Serving children with cancer
4-18 years
Sharon Quinn, Camp Registrar
Craftsman Lake
4450 Rex Lake
New Franklin, Ohio
330 239-1859
www.campqualityusa.org/oh
[email protected]
July 12-18, 2015
Our motto is “letting kids with cancer be kids again.” This year’s camp theme is
“Country Fair.” Each child is paired with an adult companion who spends 24/7
through the week with the child as their cheerleader, friend, and mentor.
Companions go through a rigorous application process, background check, and
training. Each of our fun activities at camp is carefully selected to ensure that the
activity encourages group interaction amongst campers and companions, and/or
offer a high impact of lasting memories.
Activities include a Prom, Talent Show, inflatable, karaoke, dances, games, etc.
Children with cancer ages 4-18 are welcome to attend five camps within six years
of diagnosis. Two siblings ages 6-16 are allowed for the first two years if space is
available. We offer year round support and activities that are free.
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Camp Suntastic – Day Camp
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Intellectual Disability, Multiple Disabilities, Other Health Impairments,
Orthopedic Impairment, Speech or Language Impairment, Traumatic
Brain Injury, Visual Impairment including Blindness
9 to 13 years
Holly Reimann, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech Therapist, Camp Director
330 405-8776
[email protected]
www.CampSuntastic.com
Peak Potential Therapy, 8848 Commons Blvd., Ste. 101, Twinsburg, OH
Weekly field trip locations change; see website for details.
June 5 –August 21, 2015, Fridays only Time: 11:30 am – 2:30 pm
$135/day early registration before April 15,2015
$185/day
The mini-SMILE Camp! Therapeutic, recreational, community-based, day camp
developed for high-functioning children with various disabilities. Children with
aggressive behaviors, non-verbal, or with multiple disabilities can attend with support
of an individual aide. We want to provide a fun and interactive way to further develop
their social skills and have a better summer. Kids are encouraged to use their skills in
different settings with small group instruction. Plus they get to interact with typical
peers naturally in a fun environment. A different field trip every week! Parents are
responsible for dropping off and picking up their kids at the field trip locations, and
packing a ready-to-eat lunch. This may include: Great Lakes Science Center, Cleveland
Zoo, Fun-n-Stuff, Twinsburg Water Park, Waterworks, Jump Palace, Roseland Lanes, Zip
City, and more. Camp is purposefully kept small so each child will get direct instruction
from the speech therapist throughout the day plus has the opportunities to interact
with peers.
Space is limited to a max of 6 kids per week. Staff includes: a speech therapist and aide
to maintain ratio (3 kids to 1 adult). Reserve your child's place with a $25 registration
fee and complete our easy online registration form. Camp tuition includes daily field trip
costs, visual schedules, transition visual supports, social stories, and daily data collection
on IEP goals. Optional services: progress report, bound social story book, picture CD,
and digital scrapbook. We can bill for camp to County Boards of DD, Autism Scholarship
Program, Jon Peterson Scholarship, school districts, Anthem, Aetna, SummaCare, and
more. Camp fills – don’t delay – register today!
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Early Childhood Day Camp 2015 – Akron Zoo
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Akron Zoo, 500 Edgewood Ave., Akron, OH 44307
330 375-2550
Fax: 330 375-2575
www.akronzoo.org
10:00 am – 11:30 am and 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm 2&3 year olds
9:30 am – 11:00 am and 10:00 am – 11:30 am 4&5 year olds
$35.00/child ($30/child with AZP membership) 2nd camp
For same child $25/child ($20/child AZP membership)
Early Childhood Zoo Camps are for ages 2-5 who turn 5 between January 1, 2015 and June
1, 2015. Camp fee includes an adult caregiver. *Caregivers are required to stay with the
child during camp. Camp activities include free play, stories, music, crafts, snacks, an
animal encounter, a t-shirt, and a short tour.
2&3 Year Olds with Caregiver
Furry Friends (F)
F-1 June 9 10:00-11:30 am F-2 June 13 10:00-11:30 am F-3 June 13 1:00-2:30 pm
C is for Cat (C)
C-1 June 23 10:00-11:30 am C-2 June 25 10:00-11:30 am C-3 June 27 10:00-11:30 am
Rock-A-Bye Baby (RB)
RB-1 July 7 10:00-11:30 am RB-2 July 9 10:00-11:30 am RB-3 July 11 10:00-11:30 am
Beach Party (BP)
BP-1 July 21 10:00-11:30 am BP-2 July 25 10:00-11:30 am BP-3 July 25 1:00-2:30 pm
Animal Tails (AT)
AT-1 August 11 10:00-11:30 am AT-2 August 15 10:00-11:30 am
4&5 Year Olds with Caregiver
Furry Friends (F)
F-4 June 17 9:30-11:00 am
Rock-A-Bye Baby (RB)
RB-4 July 15 9:30-11:00 am
Animal Tails (AT)
AT-3 August 5 10:00-11:30 am
F-5 June 20 10:00-11:30 am
RB-5 July 18 10:00-11:30 am
AT-4 August 8 10:00-11:30 am
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Fundamentals for Success
(Summer Youth Work Experience) – Residential
Vision Impairment
Sylvia Snyder
Cleveland Sight Center
1909 E. 101st St.
Cleveland, OH 44106
216 658-8777
www.clevelandsightcenter.org
[email protected]
$8,200.00
16 – 21 years
June 14 – July 17, 2015
Fundamentals for Success (FFS) is a 5 week residential program for 16-21 year
olds providing a 20 hour a week work experience and training in activities of
daily living, adaptive technology, orientation and mobility and social skills to
prepare the young adult for employment in a competitive integrated setting and
teach vocational skills, appropriate work behaviors and basic skills to become
independent. This is a “summer youth work experience” option through BSVI
(OOD).
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North Coast Tutoring Services “The Education Problem Solver”
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Autism, Cognitive Disability, Multiple Disabilities, Other Health
Impaired, Specific Learning Disability, Speech or Language Impairment,
Traumatic Brain Injury
Carole Richards, Executive Director
Nikki Locker, Director of Student Services
31300 Solon Rd., Suite 1, Solon, OH 44139
440 914-0200
www.northcoasted.com
[email protected]
$50.00/hr. one-on-one
5-22 years – also adults
Year round, available seven days a week, conveniently scheduled
with client and tutor throughout NE Ohio.
Our specialty is helping children in all grades when they get stuck in a subject or course.
We have skilled tutors for all subjects and all grades.
We also specialize in basic skills – reading and math. And we are known for working
with children with learning differences: learning disabilities, dyslexia, ADHD, cognitive
delay, Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, PDD and other struggling learners.
When students fall behind, schools and parents sometimes find themselves in bitter
meetings point fingers and blaming one another. Often we can help resolve these
“sticky” situations with our neutral understanding of both sides of the issues. Our goal
is to turn these challenges into academic successes.
Why bring North Coast Tutoring into the picture? Because we can provide answers,
solutions, and tutors. We provide customized learning plans for each student.
All tutoring is done in your home or a nearby public location. We serve seven northeast
Ohio counties. We are an Autism and Jon Peterson Scholarship Provider. And, we have
many private pay clients.
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Portage County Rotary Camp – Day Camp
Physical and Developmental Disabilities
J. D. Detsch
330 644-4512
www.gotcamp.org
2500 Brady Lake Road
Ravenna, OH
Fees 100% subsidized by Portage DD Board. Campers must be
eligible for Portage Board of DD Services to attend.
6-22 years of age
3 Week sessions
Monday-Friday - (2 sessions available)
June 8, 2015 – June 26, 2015
July 6, 2015 – July 24, 2015
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Portage County Rotary Camp has a 1:3 Staff to Camper ratio, transportation
opportunities for day camp may be available upon request based on eligibility.
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Richland Carrousel – Fun Activity
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Willie Hunn, Director or Sharon Bishop, Co-Director
75 North Main Street, Mansfield, OH 44902
419 522-4223
419 522-4227
www.RichlandCarrousel.com
Open Year Round
Admittance is free. Ride tickets start at $1.00
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This is the first hand-carved carrousel to be built and operated in the U.S. since
the 1930’s. Our figures are carved in the style of G.A. Dentzel, revered carver of
the early 1900’s. Open seven days a week. See our gift shop for Ohio and U.S.
made products. Ladies Boutique, water globes, carrousels, children’s toys
starting at 50 cents.
Call our friendly staff for information on birthday parties, weddings, receptions,
class and family reunions, home school programs, mother’s get-togethers, pot
luck luncheons, and celebration of life. Our parties and private rentals are the
most economical in the area. Contact us for information on School Group
Programs and Scout Patch Program. We do these programs for any group.
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S.M.I.L.E. Summer Camp (8th Year) Special Memories Include
Laughter and Enrichment – Day Camp
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Autism, Emotional Disturbance, Hearing Impairment, Intellectual
Disability, Multiple Disabilities, Other Health Impairments, Orthopedic
Impairment, Specific Learning Disability, Speech or Language
Impairment, Traumatic Brain Injury, Visual Impairment Including
Blindness.
4-8 years and 9-13 years (alternating weekly sessions)
Holly Reimann, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech Therapist, Camp Director
330 405-8776
[email protected]
www.SMILESummerCamp.com
Peak Potential Therapy, 8848 Commons Blvd., Ste. 101, Twinsburg, OH
44087
Weekly field trip locations change; see website for details.
June-August 2015 (Monday-Friday, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm)
$590/week early registration by April 15th
$690/week
Therapeutic, community-based, day camp developed for high-functioning children with
various disabilities. Children with aggressive behaviors, non-verbal, or with multiple
disabilities can attend with support of an individual aide. We want to provide a fun and
interactive way to further develop their social skills and have a better summer. Kids are
encouraged to use their skills in different settings with small group instruction. Plus they
get to interact with typical peers naturally in a fun environment. A different field trip
every day! We begin our day at the therapy center then we transport the kids to the
field trips, and come back to the center at the end of the day. This may include: Great
Lakes Science Center, Cleveland Zoo, Fun-n-Stuff, Twinsburg Water Park, Waterworks,
Jump Palace, horseback riding, Roseland Lanes, Zip City, and more. Camp is purposefully
kept small so each child will get direct instruction from the speech therapist throughout
the day plus have the opportunities to interact with peers.
Space is limited to a max of 6 kids per week. Staff includes: a full-time speech-language
therapist and camp assistant. Reserve your child's place with a $25 registration fee and
complete our easy online registration form. Weekly camp tuition includes daily field trip
costs, visual schedules, transition visual supports, social stories, daily data collection on
IEP goals, daily communication log, and daily kid’s journal. Optional services: progress
report, bound social story book, picture CD, and digital scrapbook. We can bill for camp
to County Boards of DD, Autism Scholarship Program, Jon Peterson Scholarship, school
districts, Anthem, Aetna, SummaCare, and more. Camp Fills – Don’t Delay – Register
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Spree For All (12th Annual) - Summit Metro Parks – Fun Activity
Hiking Series for people of all abilities
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330 867-5511
975 Treaty Line Road, Akron, OH 44313
www.summitmetroparks.org
Hikes and rewards are free for all Summit County residents.
Out of county residents pay to receive rewards - $10 for first
year hikers, $5 for veteran hikers.
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May 1, 2015 – June 30, 2015
Hikers on foot and those with strollers, wheelchairs, walkers, and canes enjoy
flat, easy trails during this award-winning hiking series. To receive rewards,
complete five hikes on five different trails, the same trail, or any combination of
trails—and submit a completed hiking form. Starting point at each trailhead is
at the information kiosk, which has a legend with the following symbols:
Blue Circle = ¼ mile round trip
Yellow Square = ½ mile round trip
Green Triangle = 1 mile round trip
Rewards/Forms may be obtained at: F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm, 1828 Smith
Rd., Akron from noon until 5 pm Tuesday - Sunday, The Administration Offices,
975 Treaty Line Rd., Akron from 8am – 4:30 pm Monday – Friday. Additional
forms available at Acme Fresh Market Stores. Forms cannot be redeemed after
August 15, 2015.
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Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens – Fun Activity
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714 N. Portage Path
Akron, OH 44303
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330 836-5532 local
888-836-5532 toll free
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www.stanhywet.org
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check website for pricing and details
Accessibility: Yes
Each year guests visit historic Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens to enjoy the beautiful
landscaped gardens and grounds. Many activities appeal to children of all ages and all
abilities, including our very popular Play garden (open April-October) and our Butterfly
Habitat (open late June-early September) both part of a gardens and grounds
admission. Family-friendly special events include the Easter Egg Hunt (0-9years),
Father’s Day Car Show, Vintage Baseball and our holiday event, Deck the Hall, featuring
the Dazzle light show and Gingerbread Land. Visit www.stanhywet.org for pricing and
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Stepping Stones for Success
(Career Exploration) - Day
Vision Impairment
Sylvia Snyder
Cleveland Sight Center
1909 E. 101st St.
Cleveland, OH 44106
216 658-8777
clevelandsightcenter.org
[email protected]
$1,150
14 – 16 years
July 20 – August 7, 2015
Stepping Stones for Success (SSS) is a 3 week commuter Career exploration
program designed for the 14 to 16 year olds. Program aspects include: a career
interest survey, determination of strengths and needs, job shadowing, tours of
businesses, discussions and presentations from employers while learning work
related “soft skills.” Disclosure of disability to a potential employer, time and
money management, problem solving on the job and workplace ethics and
behavior are also covered. May serve as an ESY option. This is a “career
exploration” option through BSVI (OOD).
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Summer Enrichment for 3-5 Year Olds
Physical and Developmental Disabilities
J.D. Detsch
2500 Brady Lake Road
Ravenna, OH
330 644-4512
www.gotcamp.org
[email protected]
Fees 100% subsidized by Portage DD Board. Participants must be
eligible for Portage DD services to attend.
3-5 years old
June 8, 2015 – June 26, 2015
July 6, 2015 – July 24, 2015
Summer Enrichment for 3-5 Years Olds has a 1:3 staff to participant ratio,
transportation opportunities for the program may be available upon request
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Summit Metro Parks – Fun Activity
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330 865-8065
975 Treaty Line Road, Akron, OH 44313
vary by activity
www.summitmetroparks.org
Summit Metro Parks offers a large array of activities to enjoy year round
including: Spree for All, Summer Biking Spree, Fall Hiking Spree, fishing,
camping, and boating. Swimming is available at Munroe Falls and Silver Creek
Metro Parks. Different nature programs are offered monthly for children and
adults. Check their website for program offerings.
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Zoo Camps (full day) for Ages 7-12
Akron Zoo, 500 Edgewood Ave., Akron, OH 44307
330 375-2550
330 375-2575
www.akronzoo.org
9:30 am – 4:30 pm
$180/child ($160/child with AZP membership)
2nd camp for same child $170/child ($150/child with AZP
Membership.
Session 1 (7-9 yr. olds)
Session 2 (10-12 yr. olds)
Working at the Zoo (FDZ)
FDZ-1 June 15-19, 2015
FDZ-2 June 15-19, 2015
Animal Enrichment (FDE)
FDE-1 July 6-10, 2015
FDE-2 July 6-10, 2015
Animal Tales (FDA)
FDA-1
FDA-2
Design a Exhibit (FDD)
FDD-1 August 10-14, 2015
FDD-2 August 10-14, 2015
July 20-24, 2015
July 20-24, 2015
Come spend the week with us! Brown bag it or purchase a Meal Deal $25/for the week.
Before & after care available for the full day camps only. Camp Activities include a tour
of the zoo, a chance to meet zoo staff and animal keepers, animal encounters, a t-shirt,
a photo of your Zoo Camper’s experience, a daily snack, and a take home craft.
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www.akronzoo.org
5&6 year olds 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
7-9 year olds 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
10-12 year olds 9:30 am–12:00 pm 13-15 year olds 9:00 am– 12:00 pm
5-12 years $105/child ($95/child AZP member)
2nd camp for same child $95/child ($85/child AZP member)
13-15 years $135/child ($115/child AZP member)
Five Day/Morning Camp – 5&6 year olds
Animal Olympics (AO)
AO-1 June 22-26, 2015
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
AO-2 July 13-17, 2015
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Five Day/Afternoon Camp – 7-9 year olds
Zooviver (ZOO)
ZOO-1 – June 22-26, 2015
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
ZOO-2 – July 13-17, 2015
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Five Day/Morning Camp – 10-12 year olds
Predators of Grizzly Ridge(PR)
PR-1 – June 8-12, 2015
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Zoo Vet (ZV)
ZV-1 – July 27-31, 2015
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Animal Legends (AL)
AL-1 – July 6-10, 2015
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Five Day/Morning Camp – 13-15 year olds (6 participants per session)
Junior Zoo Keeper – (JK) *Appropriate attire is required and open-toed
shoes are not allowed for safety reasons.
JK-1 – June 22-26, 2015
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
JK-2 – July 13-17, 2015
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
JK-3 – July 27-31, 2015
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Camp Activities include a tour of the zoo, a chance to meet zoo staff
and animal keepers, animal encounters, a t-shirt, a photo of your Zoo
Camper’s experience, a daily snack, and a take home craft.
Children must turn 5 by January 1, 2015 to participate in these camps.
Older children should be signed up for a session based on their age as of
June 1, 2015.
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Akron Zoo, 500 Edgewood Ave., Akron, OH 44307
330 375-2550
330 375-2575
www.akronzoo.org
9:30 am – 12:00 pm 5&6 year olds
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm 7 to 9 year olds
$75/child ($65/child with AZP membership)
2nd camp for same child $65/child ($55 with AZP membership)
5&6 year olds
Great Grizzlies (GG)
Feathers & Scales (FS)
Furry Friends (FF)
GG-1 June 9-11, 2015
FS-1 June 30-July 2, 2015
FF-1 June 16-18, 2015
GG-2 August 4-6, 2015
FF-2 August 11-13, 2015
7-9 year olds
Grizzly Ridge (GR)
Rockin’ Reptiles (RR)
Cool Cats (CC)
GR-1 June 9-11, 2015
RR-1 June 30-July 2, 2015
CC-1 July 21-23, 2015
GR-2 July 28-30, 2015
CC-2 August 4-6, 2015
Camp Activities include a tour of the zoo, a chance to meet zoo staff and animal
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a daily snack, and a take home craft.