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Summer Camps and
Programs - 2014
for Children with Special Health Care Needs
2014 Washington State Edition
Summer Camp Directory Website:
This directory, as well as other helpful resources, can also be found on the
Center for Children with Special Needs website at: www.cshcn.org. Please
check our website for the most current camp information. The website includes
a searchable database where you can look for camps that meet your child’s
needs. The website may include programs and camps that were submitted after
the deadline for this printed directory.
Additional Copies:
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If you have questions or comments, send email to:
[email protected]
Acknowledgements:
Support for this directory comes from the Washington State Department of
Health, Children with Special Health Care Needs Program.
Disclaimer:
The inclusion or exclusion of any camp in this directory does not imply
endorsement or disapproval. You can also look at www.kidscamps.com to
search for camps in other states for children with special needs.
Attention Summer Camps and Programs:
New camps, as well as those already listed, are welcome for the 2015 Summer
Camp Directory. Submit camp information online at: www.cshcn.org/resourcescontacts/summer-camp-directory
Summer Camp Directory 2014
2014 Washington State
Summer Camps and Programs for
Children with Special Health Care Needs
Finding a summer camp or program is only part of sending your child to
camp. Other issues to think about include how to communicate with camp
staff, what to pack, and how to help if your child gets homesick. These
articles and resources address these concerns.
Sending Your Child with Special Needs to Camp
Kids Health for Parents provides information about getting ready to send
your child with special needs to summer camp. How to share information
with camp staff, what to pack, and dealing with anxiety and homesickness
are discussed.
www.kidshealth.org/parent/system/ill/sending_child_camp.html
Finding a Camp for Your Child with Special Needs
Kids Health for Parents provides a guide with information on the types of
camps, the benefits of camps, how to search for and research a camp, and
what questions to ask camp staff once you narrow down your choices.
www.kidshealth.org/parent/system/ill/finding_camp_special_needs.html
Considerations for sending your child with a disability to camp for the
first time: Discover Camp
National Center on Physical Activity and Disability provides Information on
selecting and preparing for camp, a list of frequently asked questions for
camps, how to continue the activities and skills your child enjoyed at camp
and other resources.
www.ncpad.org/get/discover/index.html
Summer Camp Directory 2014
Alphabetical Camp Listing
Camp Name
Page
#
Camp Name
Page
#
American Diabetes Assoc: Camp Sealth
3
Camp Willie
8
Apex Summer Camp
19
Champ Camp at Camp Lutherhaven
14
Aspiring Youth Summer Program
4
CHILD Summer Program
11
BMAC Summer Camp
5
City of Bellevue Summer Day Camp
11
Brightmont- The One to One Academy
6
City of Spokane Parks & Recreation
11
C.A.S.T. for Kids Program
6
Community Care Camp - Seattle
18
Camp Agape NW
16
Funshine Day Camp
11
Camp Amanda
20
Jr. Sonics – Wheelchair basketball camp
17
Camp Berachah Special Needs Camp
6
KAT-FISH Camp
3
Camp Chmepa
13
Kiwanis Camp Casey
13
Camp Dart-Lo “You Bet I Can” Day Camp
8
14
Camp Discovery
12
Lion’s Camp Horizon & Horizon Adventure
Camp
Camp Erin - King County
17
MDA Summer Camp East
15
Camp Erin - Pierce County
5
MDA Summer Camp West
15
Camp Fire USA Day Camp
7
Metro Parks Camps for Kids - Tacoma
14
Camp I-VY
5
New Horizons Camp
7
Camp Killoqua
7
Northwest Center Teens
15
Camp Korey
9
Outdoors for All Day Camps
16
Camp Leo
9
PS Kids Social Skills Day Camp
17
Camp Patterson
13
Panther Day Camp
12
Camp Prime Time
16
Seattle Children’s PlayGarden
18
Camp Side-by-Side
19
Seattle Parks and Recreation
19
Camp Stand By Me
12
Stanley Stamm Seattle Children’s Hospital
Summer Camp
18
Camp STIX
10
Camp Sweyolakan “You Bet I Can” Camps
8
Summer Program for Deaf and Hard of
Hearing
10
Camp Terra
10
TOPSoccer (WSYSA)
20
UW Autism Summer Day Camp
19
Summer Camp Directory 2014
Camps Listed by Special Needs
Physical Disabilities
Behavior Disorders
BMAC Summer Camp
5
Apex Summer Camp
19
C.A.S.T. for Kids Program
6
Aspiring Youth Summer Program
4
Camp Berachah Special Needs
6
BMAC Summer Camp
5
Camp Dart-Lo
8
C.A.S.T. for Kids Program
6
Camp Fire USA Day Camp
7
Camp Berachah Special Needs Camps
6
Camp Korey
9
Camp Dart-Lo “You Bet I Can”
8
Camp Patterson
13
Camp Patterson
13
Camp Prime Time
16
Camp Prime Time
16
Camp Stand By Me
12
Camp Stand By Me
12
Camp Sweyolakan
8
Camp Sweyolakan “You Bet I Can”
8
Champ Camp at Camp Lutherhaven
Camp Terra
10
City of Bellevue Summer Day Camp
14
11
Champ Camp at Camp Lutherhaven
14
Jr. Sonics Wheelchair Basketball
17
CHILD Summer Program
Funshine Day Camp
11
City of Bellevue Summer Day Camp
11
11
Kiwanis Camp Casey
13
Funshine Day Camp
11
Lion’s Horizon & Adventure Camp
14
Outdoors for All Day Camps
16
Metro Parks Camp for Kids with
Disabilities-Tacoma
14
PS Kids Social Skills Day Camp
17
New Horizons Camp
7
Seattle Children’s PlayGarden
18
Northwest Center Teens
15
Seattle Community Care Camp
18
Outdoors for All Day Camps
TOPSoccer (WSYSA)
20
Seattle Children’s PlayGarden
16
18
UW Autism Summer Day Camp
19
Stanley Stamm Seattle Children’s
18
TOPSoccer (WSYSA)
20
Children who have lost a loved one
1
Camp Amanda
20
Camp Chmepa
13
Camp Erin-King County
17
Camp Erin- Pierce County
5
Camp Willie
8
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Learning and Developmental Disabilities
Specific Medical Conditions
Apex Summer Camp
19
ADD & ADHD: BMAC Summer Camp
5
Aspiring Youth Summer Program
4
ADD & ADHD: Camp Terra
10
BMAC Summer Camp
5
ADD & ADHD: PS Kids Social Skills Camp
17
Brightmont The One to One Academy
6
ADHD: Brightmont-The One-to-One Academy
6
C.A.S.T. for Kids Program
6
Arthritis/Rheumatic: KAT FISH Family Camp
3
Camp Berachah Special Needs
6
Asperger’s: Aspiring Youth Summer Program
4
Camp Dart-Lo “You Bet I Can” Camp
8
Asperger’s: BMAC Summer Camps
5
Camp Fire USA Day Camp
7
Asperger’s: Camp Terra
10
Camp Killoqua
7
Autism Spectrum: BMAC Camps
5
Camp Patterson
13
Autism Spectrum: CHILD Summer Program
11
Camp Prime Time
16
Autism Spectrum: PS Kids Social Skills Camp
17
Camp Stand By Me
12
Autism: UW Autism Apex Summer Camp
19
Camp Terra
10
Bleeding Disorders: Camp I-VY
5
Champ Camp at Camp Lutherhaven
14
Cancer: Camp Agape NW
16
CHILD Summer Program
11
Cancer: Camp Side-By-Side
19
Funshine Day Camp
11
Craniofacial Conditions: Camp Korey
9
Lion’s Horizon & Adventure Camp
14
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Summer Program
10
Metro Parks Kids - Tacoma
14
Diabetes: ADA Campfire-Camp Sealth
3
New Horizons Camp
7
Diabetes: Camp Leo
9
Northwest Center Teens
15
Diabetes: Camp STIX
10
Outdoors for All Day Camps
16
Diabetes: Panther Day Camp
12
PS Kids Social Skills Day Camp
17
Epilepsy: Camp Discovery
12
Seattle Children’s PlayGarden
18
Hemophilia/Von Willebrand: Camp I-VY
5
Seattle Community Care Camp
19
Mitochondrial Disease: Camp Korey
9
TOPSoccer
20
Neuromuscular: MDA Summer Camp East
15
Neuromuscular: MDA Summer Camp West
15
Organ Transplants: Camp Korey
9
Serious Skin Conditions: Camp Korey
9
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Organization
Camp/Program Name &Description
ADA Camp Sealth
American Diabetes Association - Camp Sealth
Frank Iacolucci
2815 Eastlake Avenue East, Ste. 240
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 282-4616, ext 7212
[email protected]
http://www.diabetes.org/adacampsealth
Ages: 6-16
Cost: call or check website
Dates: 8/4 - 8/9/14
*Need volunteer nurses, doctors,
and dieticians
*Siblings allowed but children without
diabetes must register directly with Camp
Fire USA (www.campsealth.org)
Arthritis Foundation- Great West Region
Andrea Aho
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115 NE 100 St. Ste 350
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 547-2707, ext. 101
[email protected]
http://www.arthritis.org/washington/juvenilearthritis/
Ages: all ages
Cost: no charge
$25 deposit to hold spot that will be
refunded
Dates: 7/25 - 7/27/14
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed
Explore the great outdoors and enjoy traditional camp
activities
Discover new things about yourself and how you can
manage diabetes
Connect with other kids and adults living with diabetes
Have fun at summer camp – just like any other camp!
Friends and family members can come along even if
they don’t have diabetes
Swimming, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, volleyball,
basketball, hiking, archery, sing-a-long, campfire, arts &
crafts
Serves children with: diabetes
Camp locations: Camp Sealth, Vashon Island, WA
KAT-FISH Camp
Weekend retreat for children and teens with rheumatic
conditions and their families (parents must attend as
well!)
Learn about arthritis, network with other families who
understand your concerns, build a support system to use
throughout the year, and enjoy a weekend of fun camp
activities!
Serves children with: arthritis/rheumatic conditions
Camp location: Warm Beach Camp, Stanwood, WA
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Organization
Camp/Program Name &Description
Aspiring Youth
Aspiring Youth Summer Camps
Benjamin Wahl
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2400 NE 95 Street
Seattle, WA 98115
Camp Program Website:
www.aspiringyouth.net
Phone: 206.517.0222
Email: [email protected]
Cost: $500 per week
Ages: 8-18
Dates: families choose their weeks,
anytime between 6/23 and 8/28/14
No overnight trips Summer 2014
Explorers: ages 8-10
(2 week minimum enrollment)
Navigators: ages 10-12
(3 week minimum enrollment)
Teen Crew: ages 13-15
(4 week minimum enrollment)
Delphi: ages 15-18
(4 week minimum enrollment)
Improv/ Theater: (2 weeks)
Session 1 6/23-7/3/14; Session 2 7/147/24/14; Session 3 7/28-8/7/14
Video production: Session 1 6/23-7/3/14;
Session 2 7/14-7/24/14; Session 3 8/118/22/14
Building and inventing: Session 1
7/21-7/31/14; Session 2 8/18-8/28/14
Art Camp: Session 1 7/21-7/31/14;
Session 2 8/4-8/14/14
Day camp meets Mondays-Thursdays
9:30-3:30pm. Before and after camp
available. Field trips every day of camp.
Year round groups and alumni events
help sustain long-term friendships and
social growth.
General Description: Aspiring Youth Summer Camps are
nationally accredited and are in the seventh year of
operation. Staff members are Master’s level counselors and
we maintain a 4:1 student to staff ratio.
Explorers:
Social skills component
Pottery, comedy improv, indoor rock climbing,
Navigators:
Social skills component, Navigating middle school,
Pottery, comedy improv, indoor rock climbing, legos
Teen Crew:
‘High school life, Being a leader’
Pottery, comedy improv, indoor rock climbing, legos
Delphi:
Social skills component, ‘Know thyself’
Pottery, comedy improv, indoor rock climbing, legos
Improv/Theatre of Possibility:
Social skills and teamwork through theatre
Pottery, comedy improv, indoor rock climbing, legosShowcase production
Video production:
Social skills and teamwork through video production,
filming and editing.
Pottery, comedy improv, indoor rock climbing,
Building: legos, devices and contraptions
Social skills and teamwork through building unique
Lego, Rube Goldberg and rockenblock designs
Pottery, comedy improv, indoor rock climbing, legos
Art Camp:
Social skills and teamwork through art projects
Pottery, comedy improv, indoor rock climbing, legos
Serves children: with Asperger’s syndrome, ADHD, HFA,
PDD-NOS, anxiety, depression, learning disabilities
*Siblings allowed
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Organization
Camp/Program Name &Description
Bleeding Disorder Foundation
of Washington
Camp I-VY
Luke Phifer
9639 Firdale Ave, Ste A
Edmonds, WA 98020
(206) 533-1660
[email protected]
www.bdfwa.org
Ages: 5-16 years old
Cost: $50 per person
Dates: Week of July 21st - 25th (exact
dates TBD) call for more details
*Volunteers needed
*Parents and siblings allowed
BMAC- (Behavior Management for
Adults and Children)
Michael McCormick
(425)-712-0802
[email protected]
Ages: 6 – young adult
Cost: please call
Dates: week long sessions 6/30 - 8/1/14
Empowers children and youth with bleeding disorders
and their families.
Provides education and support in a fun and safe
environment.
Can accommodate Spanish speaking campers
Serves children with: hemophilia /Von Willebrand’s disease
and other bleeding disorders
Camp location: Camp Huston in Gold Bar, WA
BMAC Summer Camp
The majority of the camp will be out in the community and
allow the children to gain experience in different
environments
A wide range of activities will be tailored to meet the
camper’s individual needs. We will shape the activities to
match the interests of the children attending camp.
Swimming will be a large part of the camp experience.
Camp is held from 9:00am to 3:00pm
Serves children with:
physical disabilities, learning and developmental disabilities,
behavioral disorders, general medical conditions or
diagnoses, ADD, ADHD, Asperger Syndrome, Autism
Spectrum Disorder
Camp location: South Snohomish County
Bridges: A Center for Grieving Children
and the Moyer Foundation
Darren Wenz
(253) 272-8266
[email protected]
www.moyerfoundation.org/events/
Ages: 6-17
Cost: no charge
Dates: 6/6 - 6/8/14
Camp Erin- Pierce County
3-day overnight bereavement camp
For children who have experienced the death of a loved
one
A high energy fun camp with grief support and education
Staffed by professional bereavement staff and trained
volunteers as adult “Big Buddies”
Serves children with: grief or bereavement
Camp location: Camp Seymour in Gig Harbor
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed
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Organization
Camp/Program Name &Description
Brightmont Academy –The One to One
Academy
Brightmont Academy-The One-to-One School
Denise Paley
th
1215 4 Ave, Suite 1500
Seattle, WA 98161
(425) 373-0800 (Bellevue) (206) 284-2300
(Seattle) (425) 836-1600 (Sammamish)
[email protected]
www.BrightmontAcademy.com
One-to-one academic instruction, all the time
Experienced teachers create positive experience to build
self-confidence
All subjects: Language Arts, Math, Science,
Social Studies, Spanish, study skills
Credit and tutoring options
Flexible scheduling
Can accommodate Spanish speaking students
New Services: College & Vocational planning/Test Prep
History of cinema, Anthropology, Computer Science
Ages: 8-18
Cost: varies ranging from $480 per month
and up
Dates: open year round - call for
information
Serves children with: ADD, ADHD, Asperger Syndrome,
High Capabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning
Disorders
Academy location: Bellevue, Sammamish, Seattle
C.A.S.T. for Kids Programs
C.A.S.T. for Kids Program
Susan Bressler
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297 SW 41 St.
Renton, WA 98057
(425) 251-3202
[email protected]
www.castforkids.org
Ages: 6-18
Cost: no charge
Dates: single day events
Contact the program for more information
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed
Camp Berachah Ministries
Natalie Head
Christian Retreat Conference Center
19830 SE 328th Place
Auburn, WA 98092
[email protected]
(*email is preferred method of
communication)
(800) 859-CAMP
(253) 939-0488
www.campberachah.org
Ages: 5- 18
Cost: varies depending on program length
Dates: *email for exact camp dates
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed
Pre-register for a morning of fishing on a boat
Receive a rod, reel, tackle box, t-shirt and hat that are
yours to keep
Learn angling techniques and environmental stewardship
Learn skills to maintain a lifelong outdoor hobby
Serves children with: physical disabilities, learning and
developmental disabilities, behavioral disorders and general
medical conditions or diagnoses
Program location: various sites throughout Washington
State. Call or check website for details.
Camp Berachah Special Needs Camps
Mainstreaming of campers with special needs
Christian faith-based overnight camps available from 3-6
days in length
Many indoor and outdoor activities
Registration required. Please email for screening
application.
Both day and overnight camps scheduled
Other language services (ASL/SEE) with two weeks
notice
Serves children with: physical disabilities, developmental
and learning disabilities, behavior disorders and general
medical conditions or diagnoses
Camp location: Auburn, WA
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Organization
Camp/Program Name &Description
Camp Burton
New Horizons Camp
Kathleen Hendrickson
9326 SW Bayview Drive
Vashon Island, WA 98070-7024
(206) 463-2512
[email protected]
www.campburton.com
Ages: 16-24
Cost: $300
Dates: 7/13 - 7/18/14
Welcoming and friendly Christian faith-based camp
Games, swimming, canoeing, crafts, singing, laughing
Many return campers make for a happy camp community
Campers need to be self-sufficient at meals, restroom,
and getting dressed
Serves children with: physical disabilities and
developmental disabilities
Camp location: Camp Burton, Vashon Island, WA
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed
Camp Fire USA
Kerrie Sampelayo
4201 Utah Ave S, Suite 205
Seattle, WA 98134
(206) 461-8550
(800) 451-2267
[email protected]
www.campfire-usa.org/daycamp/
Ages: 5 +
Cost: Varies depending on location
Dates: check the website or call for more
information
Camp Fire Day Camp
Camp Fire’s Summer Day Camp serves children with
and without disabilities in a mainstreamed setting
The program seeks to include children with mild to
moderate disabilities depending on volunteer availability.
Children needing extra assistance are matched with
trained teen helpers.
Eleven day camps operate for one week each at parks
throughout the area using caring, well-trained,
responsible volunteer staff
Serves children with: physical disabilities, learning and
developmental disabilities, behavioral disorders, and general
medical conditions
Locations: various locations in the Central Puget Sound
area
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed
Camp Fire USA Snohomish County
Carol Johnson
4312 Rucker Ave
Everett, WA 98203
(425) 258-5437
[email protected]
www.campfiresnoco.org
www.campkilloqua.org
7-21 Resident Camp;
6-16 Day Camp
Cost: $475-645 - Resident Camp
$215-$385 - Day Camp
Dates: 7/6 - 8/16/14 – Resident Camp
6/23 - 8/22/14 - Day Camp
Camp Killoqua
Both mainstream and specialized cabin groups
Activities include: crafts, swimming and boating, hiking,
cookouts, music, archery and self-esteem building
activities
Unique setting for an exciting experience
Both day and overnight camps
Ages:
Serves children with: learning and developmental
disabilities, general medical conditions or diagnoses
Camp location: Stanwood, WA
*Siblings allowed
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Organization
Camp/Program Name &Description
Camp Fire USA Snohomish County
Camp Willie (Grief Camp)
Carol Johnson
4312 Rucker Ave
Everett, WA 98203
(425) 258-5437
[email protected]
www.campfiresnoco.org
Ages: 7-12
Cost: $475 - $515
Dates: 6/21 - 6/26/14
Serves children who: have experienced a loss due to the
death of a loved one
Camp location: Stanwood, WA
*Siblings allowed
Camp Fire USA
Inland Northwest Council
Peggy Clark
524 N. Mullan Road
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
1-800-386-2324 or (509) 747-6191,
[email protected]
www.CampFireInc.org
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Campers participate in camp activities, plus take part in
specially interwoven programs to help with grieving
They are supported throughout by trained camp staff and
staff members with experience and expertise in the
bereavement process
All campers registering will be evaluated to ensure this
program is appropriate for them and that they will benefit
from participating
Camp Dart-Lo “You Bet I Can” Day Camp
We are a summer day camp that serves children with
mild to moderate special needs in an inclusive setting
Our flexible programming includes: crafts, hiking, drama,
songs, games, archery, outdoor cooking, team-building,
outdoor skills and nature
Some transportation available
Accredited by ACA (American Camp Association)
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Ages: 1 grade through 6 grade
Cost: $225
Dates: Monday-Friday in July – call for
info
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed
Camp Fire Inland Northwest
Erica Nolte
524 N. Mullan Rd, Ste 102
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
(509) 747-6191
(800) 386-2324
[email protected]
[email protected]
www.campfireinc.org
Ages: 6-12 (Day Camp)
6-25 (Resident Camp)
Cost: $225 (Day Camp)
$525 (Resident Camp)
Call for info (Family Camp)
Dates:
Day Camp Monday-Friday 7/7-8/22/14;
Resident Camp Monday-Sunday 7/78/24/14; Family Camp 7/1-7/5/14
Serves children with: physical disabilities, learning and
developmental disabilities, behavior disorders and general
medical conditions or diagnoses
Camp Location: North Spokane
Camp Sweyolakan
Resident, Day and Family Camp Programs!
Build skills, try different activities, and gain self-esteem in
an outdoor environment by focusing on what you CAN do
Differently-abled youth are mainstreamed into camping
activities based on age and ability
Activities may include: hiking, singing, crafts, archery,
swimming, fishing, outdoor skills and cooking, nature,
and boating
Prescreening required
4 and 7-day Resident Camp options, 5-day Day Camp
sessions, and 2-night Family Camp opportunities.
Accredited by ACA (American Camp Association)
Serves children with: physical disabilities, learning and
developmental disabilities, behavior disorders, and general
medical conditions or diagnoses
Camp Location: Lake Coeur d’Alene, ID
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed
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Summer Camp Directory 2014
Organization
Camp/Program Name &Description
Camp Korey
Camp Korey
Emma Thier, Camper Recruiter
28901 NE Carnation Farm Road
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-3226
[email protected]
www.campkorey.org
Ages: 7-16
Cost: No Charge
Dermatological Conditions
Craniofacial Differences
Mitochondrial Disease
General Conditions
7/7-7/11/14:
Craniofacial Differences
Mitochondrial Disease
General Conditions
7/14-7/18/14: Solid Organ Transplant
7/21-7/25/14: Skeletal Dysplasia
Mitochondrial Disease
General Conditions
7/28-8/1/14:
Craniofacial Differences
8/4-8/8/14:
Skeletal Dysplasia
Metabolic Bone
Conditions+ General
8/11-8/15/14: Skeletal Dysplasia
*Siblings are not allowed
*Volunteers needed
Camp for children with life altering medical conditions
Universally accessible campus
Adaptive programming
Offers activities like arts and crafts, swimming,
horseback riding and team building, with the goal of
emphasizing joy, healing and growth in campers
Fully staffed by medical support team
6/23-6/27/14:
6/30-7/4/14:
Camp Leo for Children with Diabetes
Theresa Klaassen, Executive Director
(206) 375-1368
[email protected]
www.CampLeo.org
Ages: 7-18
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3 -5 grade Elementary Camp
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6 -8 grade Middle School Camp
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9 -12 grade High School Camp
Cost:
call for information
Dates:
4/25 – 4/27/14 Leadership Training
7/15 – 7/18/14 Elementary Camp
7/27 – 8/01/14 Middle School Camp
7/20 – 7/25/14 High School Camp
*Siblings are not allowed
*Volunteers are needed
Serves children with:
craniofacial differences, mitochondrial disease, organ
transplants, serious skin conditions, metabolic bone
conditions ( i.e. Veptr, MPS, OI), skeletal dysplasia, spina
bifida, cerebral palsy and other general medical conditions or
diagnoses
Camp location: Carnation Farms in Carnation, WA
Camp Leo for Children with Diabetes
Safe and secure residential camp where children with
diabetes can have fun away from home.
Meet other young people with diabetes and share your
experiences.
Learn diabetes management skills and gain the
independence essential for living a healthy and happy
life.
Counseling staff made up of former campers and other
adults with T1D (camper: counselor ratio of 8:1)
24 hour medical supervision by medical professionals
specializing in diabetes management (camper: medical
staff ratio of 8:1)
Activities: hiking, swimming, zip line, rock wall, challenge
course, crafts, archery, team building games, nightly
campfires, field games, diabetes education games.
Teen leadership program
Serves children with: Type 1 diabetes
Camp location: Camp Berachah at Buck Creek, in the Mt.
Rainier National Forest (67404 State Route 410 East
Greenwater, WA 98022)
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Summer Camp Directory 2014
Organization
Camp/Program Name &Description
Camp STIX Diabetes Programs
Camp STIX
Cris Duvall, Camp Director
PO Box 8308
Spokane, WA 99203
(509) 484-1366
[email protected]
www.campstix.org
Ages: 8-18
Cost: $300 minimum share
$800 full share
family’s choice as to level of contribution,
see website
Dates: 7/13 - 7/19/14
Our goals are to provide a safe, healthy, and
enjoyable camp experience; enable campers to meet
and share their experiences with other diabetic youth;
and to empower campers to become responsible for
individual control of their health.
Campers receive optimum diabetes care from local
physicians, diabetes educators, pharmacists, and
dieticians.
Our 24-hour medical staff monitors diet and supervises
insulin administration and blood sugar testing.
Campers have the tools and resources to successfully
manage their diabetes while at camp by balancing
their activity level with their food and insulin intake.
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed space permitting
Serves children and teens with: diabetes
Camp Location: Riverview Bible Camp north of Spokane
408771 State Route 20, Cusick, WA 99119
Cedarsong Nature School
Camp Terra
PO Box 2845
Vashon Island, WA 98070
(206) 708-5945
[email protected]
www.cedarsongnatureschool.org
Ages: 4-10
Cost: $300 – financial aid may be available
Dates:
6/23-6/26/14; 7/14-7/17/14; 7/21-7/24/14;
7/28-7/31/14; 8/11-8/14/14; 8/18-8/21/14
Unique nature camp giving children an opportunity
to immerse themselves in the natural world
Activities include: making herbal medicine and magic
potions, musical jams, learning about native plants
and animals, nature games and crafts, and creating
secret hide-outs in the forest
Two autistic, Asperger’s or ADHD-diagnosed children in
each of the regular summer nature camps
Two family camp sessions with counseling will be
available this year, check our website.
Serves children with: learning and developmental
disabilities, ADD, ADHD, Autism spectrum, Asperger
Syndrome
*Siblings not allowed
Camp location: Vashon Island, WA
Childrens Hospital Program for Deaf and
Hard of Hearing
Susan Sidman, M.Ed
4800 Sand Point Way
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 987-2163
[email protected]
Ages: 6-12
Cost: call for costs
Dates: July-August 2014
1 half-day per week for 8 weeks, call or
email for more information
Summer Program for Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Provides children with opportunities to develop social
problem solving skills and language skills
Activities include: swimming, art, playing outdoors,
special guest visitors, games, and more
All staff members are fluent in sign language.
Campers will be provided with a sign language rich
environment
Serves children with: hearing loss; deaf or hard of hearing
who use sign language as their primary mode of
communication
Camp location: Seattle
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Camp/Program Name &Description
Children’s Institute for Learning
Differences
CHILD Summer School (Special Learning Needs)
Kelsey Paasch
th
4030 86 Avenue SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-8680 ext 234
[email protected]
www.CHILDnow.org/summer
Ages: 5-17
Cost: $709 per week, 6 weeks $4,254
Dates: 6/30 – 8/8/2014
Type of Program: full day program: Mon,
Tues, Thurs, Fri 8:45 to 3:15 and Wed, 8:45
to 1:00
Certified teachers and highly skilled instructional
assistance
State of the art academic and social skills curriculum
developed for children with special needs
Hands on art and video activities
Fun educational field trips and adventures
Use of Collaborative Problem Solving™ model of care
Classroom openings depend on space availability and
your child’s needs
Serves children with: special education needs. Our goal
is to help children with complex behavior and learning
problems achieve success. CHILD is committed to providing
a place where children can feel valued, increase selfesteem, build confidence and experience trust.
Program location: Mercer Island
City of Bellevue – Highland Community
Center
Kim Indurkar
14224 Bel-Red Rd
Bellevue, WA 98007
(425) 452-6105
[email protected]
www.bellevuewa.gov
City of Bellevue Summer Day Camp
These camps are packed full of community outings,
park excursions, sports, interactive games and
stimulating crafts. Activities are adjusted to the needs of
the camper. Personal care (toileting, feeding, dressing)
are provided through an outside agency at no cost to
the parent/caregiver.
New campers must meet Kim Indurkar before registering.
Ages: 5-18
Dates: 6/23 – 8/22/14; 8:30
Cost: call or email for information
Day Camp: 8:30 – 3:00 p.m.
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings not allowed
City of Spokane Parks & Recreation
Alice Busch
th
808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd., 5 Floor City
Hall, Spokane, WA 99201-3317
(509) 625-6245
[email protected]
www.spokaneparks.org
Ages: school age
Cost: $149/week includes field trip fees;
financial assistance offered
Dates: 6/23-6/27/14; 7/7-7/11/14; 7/147/18/14; 7/28-8/1/14; 8/4-8/8/14
*Volunteers needed
Serves children with: disabilities
Camp location: Bellevue, WA
Funshine Day Camp
Activities include: water, games, music, field trips, crafts,
and sports
Camp is Monday through Friday, from 10:00 am to 3:30
pm
1:4 ratio. Respite workers are encouraged to come if
campers need extra assistance
Family respite money from Developmental Disabilities
Administration is accepted
Serves children with: physical disabilities, learning and
developmental disabilities, behavior disorders, and general
medical conditions or diagnoses
Camp location: Mission Park, Spokane
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Diabetes Association of Pierce County
Camp/Program Name &Description
Panther Day Camp
Meet other children with Type 1 diabetes
Talk with adults who have grown up with Type 1
diabetes
Activities focus on having fun and making friends while
including diabetes education
Staffed by medical volunteers with the Diabetes
Association of Pierce County
Ruth Ann Ruff
PO Box 110427
Tacoma, WA 98411-0427
(253) 272-5134
www.dapc.info
Ages: 4-13
Dates: 7/28 – 8/1/14
Cost: TBD
*Medical volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed if space is available
Serves children with: type 1 diabetes
Camp location: Camp Berachah, Auburn, WA
Easter Seals Washington
Camp Stand By Me
Joshua Mayer
Director
PO Box 289
Vaughn, WA 98394
(253) 884-2722
(253) 225-9507 (cell)
[email protected]
www.wa.easterseals.com
Ages: 7-adult
Cost: see website
Dates: see website for all program dates
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed at Family Camp
Variety of activities: archery, swimming, horseback
riding, arts & boating
Designed to provide fun and recreation while enhancing
physical, social and emotional skills
Camp Stand By Me Family Camp
Great activities in which all family members can fully
participate
Enjoy spending time and relaxing together
Parents take time to sit, relax and socialize with other
parents while staff lead activities with campers
Dates are Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends
Camp Stand By Me Weekend Respite Program
Weekend Respite Camps provide camping opportunities
for individuals with disabilities to come to camp all year
long while giving parents a much needed break
Serves children with: physical disabilities, learning or
developmental disabilities, behavior disorders, and general
medical conditions
Camp location: Vaughn, WA
Epilepsy Foundation Northwest
Rose Cain
2311 N. 45th St., #134
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 547-4551
(800) 752-3509
[email protected]
www.epilepsynw.org
Ages: 7-16
Cost: Free
Dates: 8/18 – 8/21/14
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed at additional cost
Camp Discovery
For children with epilepsy and their siblings
Opportunity to take part in camp activities and take risks
in a safe environment
Staffed by trained volunteers and two nurses
Children who need 1 to 1 assistance must bring a fulltime attendant
Serves children from all over the Northwest
Can accommodate Spanish speaking campers
Serves children with: epilepsy
Camp location: Camp Killoqua in Stanwood, WA
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Organization
Everett Parks and Recreation
Jane Lewis
802 Mukilteo Blvd.
Everett, WA 98203
(425) 257-8369 Fax: (425) 257-8374
[email protected]
www.everettwa.org/parks
Ages: 5-21 (Day Camp for Kids)
18+ (Day Camp for Adults)
Cost: $115
Dates: 6/30 – 8/15/14 (Weekly sessions)
Camp/Program Name &Description
Camp Patterson Day Camp for Kids
Day camp that joins kids together with developmental
and physical activities
A place to exercise, learn and build community
Activities include playing games, singing, creating crafts,
swimming, canoeing and exploring
Typically developing children also attend
Siblings are allowed
Serves children and young adults with: physical
disabilities, learning and developmental disabilities, behavior
disorders, and typically developing children
Camp location: Silver Lake in Everett, WA
*ASL can be accommodated
*Volunteers needed
Hospice of Spokane
PO Box 2215
Spokane, WA 99210
(509) 456-0438
www.hospiceofspokane.org
Ages:
Cost:
Dates:
7-15
no charge
7/25 - 7/27/14
Camp Chmepa
Grief camp for children 7-15 who have experienced loss
of someone close
There are traditional camp activities as well as small
group activities designed to sensitively address issues of
grief
All children are interviewed to evaluate their
appropriateness for camp
Serves Spokane County and neighboring counties
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed
Serves children who have lost a loved one (will
accommodate special needs)
Camp location: Camp Lutherhaven, Lake Coeur d’Alene, ID
Kiwanis Camp Casey
Camp Casey
Barb Williams
(206) 713-7515
[email protected]
www.campcasey.org
Ages: 6-17
Cost: no charge
Dates: 7/27 - 8/2/14
*Volunteers needed (see website)
*Siblings not allowed unless they qualify as
a camper
Week long summer camp for physically disabled
children
Specifically for children who are mildly to severely
physically challenged and can communicate their needs
Campers must not be medically fragile or on systems
dependent on a reliable source of electricity
Activities include: swimming, trips to the beach at Ft.
Casey, a dance, talent show, carnival, parade, and
interest groups (cooking, science, sports, etc.)
Campers are housed by age and gender
Additional information and application available at
www.campcasey.org
Serves children with: physical disabilities (physical
disabilities can include cerebral palsy, spina bifida or other
birth abnormalities)
Camp location: Fort Casey Conference Center on Whidbey
Island
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Organization
Lion’s Club of District 19-H
Rachel Culnane
7506 Gemini ST
Blaine, WA 98230
(360) 371-0531
[email protected]
www.lionscamphorizon.org
Ages: 12-100
Dates: Camp Horizon:
7/13-7/17/14; 7/20-7/24/14; 8/17-8/21/14
Adventure Camp:
7/6-7/10/14; 8/3-8/7/14
Cost: call or check website
Camp/Program Name &Description
Lion’s Camp Horizon and Horizon Adventure Camp
Co-ed Residential Summer Camp for almost all ages,
functioning levels, and disabilities
Staff to camper ratio can range from 1:1, 1:2, 1:3, 2:7,
or large group
We have an RN on site 24/7
Our cook can cater to special diets. Activities include
arts and crafts, singing, dances, bowling, team games,
talent shows, entertainers, campfires, and so much
more.
We work with parents/guardians/group homes to make
vacation as easy as possible for campers
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed
Serves children with: physical disabilities, learning and
developmental disabilities, general medical conditions
Camp location: Birch Bay, Blaine, WA
Lutherhaven Ministries
Champ Camp at Camp Lutherhaven
3258 West Lutherhaven Road
Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
1-866-729-8372 ext 110 or (208) 667-3459
www.lutherhaven.com
Ages: 8 through young adult
Cost: (see website for explanation)
Dates: 6/22-6/27/14; 7/27-8/1/14
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed
Metro Parks - Tacoma
Parker Ayers
Star Center
3873 S 66th
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 404-3950
[email protected]
[email protected]
www.metroparkstacoma.org/specialized
www.metroparkstacoma.org/adaptive
Swimming, crafts, hikes, bible study, singing and
activities specially tailored to your child’s needs
Campers are mainstreamed as much as possible but
receive extra space and assistance as required for a
great camp experience
Have concerns or questions? We can refer you to
parents who’ve previously had Champ Campers at
Lutherhaven
Serves children with: physical disabilities, learning and
developmental disabilities, behavioral disorders and general
medical conditions or diagnoses
Camp location: Coeur d’Alene, ID
Metro Parks Camp for Kids
Camp Kaleidoscope
Have fun making new friends at Camp Kaleidoscope, a
summer day camp for kids with developmental or
intellectual disabilities. Get active making crafts,
playing games, and learning sports
Serves children with: Intellectual, learning and
developmental disabilities
Camp location: Gray Middle School, Tacoma, WA
Ages: 5-21
Cost: $130
Dates:
Specialized Camp 8/4 – 8/8/14;
Adaptive Camp 8/11 – 8/15/14
Adapt to Achieve
Make new friends and learn some new skills at our day
camp, Adapt to Achieve. This recreational camp
provides opportunities for kids with physical
disabilities to have fun, participate in sports and
activities along with socializing with friends
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed
Serves children with: physical disabilities
Camp location: Gray Middle School, Tacoma, WA
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Organization
Muscular Dystrophy Association
Patty Cornelius
Health Care Coordinator
101 W. Indiana
Spokane, WA 99205
(509) 325-3747
[email protected]
www.mda.org/summer-camp
Ages: 6-17
Cost: no charge for MDA registered
children
Dates: 7/13 – 7/19/14
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings not allowed
Muscular Dystrophy Association
Karen Jones & Niki House
701 Dexter Ave N., #106
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 283-2183
[email protected]
[email protected]
www.mda.org/clinics/camp
Ages: 6-17
Cost: Free to families with a child with a
neuromuscular disease
Dates: 6/22 – 6/28/14
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings not allowed
Northwest Center
Amy Bender
MLK FAME Community Center
3201 E. Republican St
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 963-3025
[email protected]
www.nwcenterkids.org/teens.html
Ages: 13-18
Cost: call for information
Dates: 6/23 – 8/29/14 Day Camp; we also
have an after-school program
*Siblings are allowed
Camp/Program Name &Description
MDA Summer Camp East
Activities include arts and crafts, dances and talent
shows, adaptive sports, campfires and more
Serves children with: muscular dystrophy/neuromuscular
disease
Camp location: Twinlow - Rathdrum, ID
MDA Summer Camp West
Magical place where year-round skills are developed
and where a child with a disability can just be a kid
Knowledgeable camp staff and medical personnel,
campers have their own 1:1 volunteer to help with all
aspects of fun and personal care
Wide range of activities especially designed for
young people who have limited mobility or use
wheelchairs
Activities include swimming, boating, basketball,
archery, arts and crafts and talent shows
Serves children with: muscular dystrophy/ neuromuscular
disease
Camp location: YMCA Camp Seymour, Gig Harbor, WA
Northwest Center Teens Day Camp
Northwest Center Teens is a place for teenagers of all
abilities. Our doors are open when Seattle public schools
are closed to offer social experiences for teens and
support for working families.
We work on life and social skills within a natural context.
Our summer camp activities change weekly and some of
our favorites are playing games, cooking and baking,
music therapy, painting, playing sports, video games,
singing and dancing, and community field trips.
We are a Community Settings Respite Care Provider and
can bill DD for services.
Serves children with: all abilities:
Camp Location: Seattle
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Organization
Outdoors for All Foundation
Molly Harrigan
th
6344 NE 74 Street, Suite 102
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 838-6030
[email protected]
www.outdoorsforall.org
Ages: 5-21
Cost: varies from $275-$300 we accept
DDD funds and offer scholarships
Dates: weekly 9:00am-3:00pm mid- June
through August 2014
Camp/Program Name &Description
Outdoors for All Day Camps
Inclusive Day Camp program
Specializes in working with individuals with disabilities
Core activities each week include but not limited to:
kayaking, rock climbing, cycling, hiking and yoga
Outdoors for All staff are trained instructors in adaptive
recreation and passionate about bringing the outdoor
experience to each child
Camps work to help improve fine and gross motor skill
development, encourage positive peer modeling and
facilitate the unique sensory and varied social abilities of
campers
Serves children with: autism, learning and developmental
disabilities, behavior disorders, physical disabilities, and
general medical conditions or diagnoses.
Camp locations: Magnuson Park in Seattle; Lake
Sammamish, Issaquah, WA
Philoptochos/Greek Orthodox Church
Sofia Kenny
2100 Boyer Avenue East
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 285-7144
[email protected]
www.campagapenw.org
Ages: 0-18 years
Cost: no charge
Dates: 7/21 - 7/26/14
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed
Prime Time, Inc.
Cecile Anson
nd
6 S. 2 Street, Ste. 815
Yakima, WA 98901
(509) 248-2854
[email protected]
www.campprimetime.org
Ages: birth to adult
Cost: no charge
Dates: weekends throughout summer-
*Volunteers needed
*Families and siblings are encouraged
Camp Agape NW
A camp for the entire family of a child with cancer
(including parents and siblings)
Open to any family receiving cancer treatment in
Washington State
Open to all nationalities and all faiths
Can accommodate special needs for any campers or
family members
Can accommodate Spanish and Greek speaking
campers
Serves children with: cancer and their families
Camp location: Gig Harbor, Washington
Camp Prime Time
A volunteer supported recreational camping facility
For families who have children suffering from serious
illnesses or various disabilities
Cabins and a lodge can hold 100 campers
Activities include boat rides, horseback riding,
accessible tree house, fishing
Serves families with: physical disabilities, learning and
developmental disabilities, behavioral disorders and general
medical conditions or diagnoses
Camp location: Clear Lake near White Pass Ski Resort, WA
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Organization
Providence Hospice of Seattle
Chris Olson
425 Pontius Avenue North, Suite 300
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 749-7689
[email protected]
www.providence.org/camperinkc
Ages: Kids camp: K-6;
Teen Camp grades 7-12
Cost: no charge
Dates: Kids camp 9/12-9/14/14
Teen Camp 9/26-9/28/14
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings allowed
Puget Sound Counseling and Autism
Services
Glenna Clouse
th
5105 200 St SW, #100
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(206) 617-2131
[email protected]
http://www.psautism.com
Ages: elementary school
Cost: $250 for 3 half-days per week
(several weeks will be offered)
Dates: TBD July and August
Seattle Adaptive Sports
Tami English, Program Director
(253) 297-5389 or (206)726-3984
[email protected]
www.seattleadaptivesports.org
Ages: 5 to adult
Cost: call for information
Dates: year round monthly sports clinic
*Volunteers needed
Camp/Program Name &Description
Camp Erin-King County
Campers participate in traditional camp activities and
grief activities
Activities include a climbing wall, swimming, canoeing,
arts and crafts, campfires and more
Supported by grief specialists and trained volunteers
Kids and teens attend different camps
Serves children: grieving the death of a loved one
Camp location: Carnation, WA
PS Kids Social Skills Day Camp
Activity-based social skills group designed to teach and
enhance social learning skills
Each group will have a maximum of six children with one
therapist and one assistant
Groups will meet for three hours per day, 3 days per
week
Activities will include discussion, games, projects,
snack, and outdoor activities (weather permitting)
This camp is not appropriate for children with significant
behavior concerns
Serves children with: autism spectrum disorders, ADHD,
anxiety, NLD, and similar social learning challenges
Program Location: Lynnwood, WA
Jr. Sonics - Basketball
Beginner to advanced wheelchair basketball skills taught
Engages campers in socialization, independence and
confidence building
Coached by top college wheelchair basketball coaches
from university programs
Program accommodates physically challenged with
disabilities including: amputation, spinal cord injuries,
cerebral palsy, low vision, joint damage, severe
scoliosis, spina bifida, transverse myelitis, traumatic
brain injury and other congenital or acquired conditions
affecting mobility
Seattle Adaptive Sports provides year round sports and
recreation in multiple sports. Check on website calendar
to find out times and locations.
Serves children with: physical disabilities
Camp location: Seattle area
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Organization
Seattle Children’s Playgarden
1745 24th Avenue South,
Seattle, WA 98144
(206) 325-5576
[email protected]
http://www.childrensplaygarden.org/
Ages: 1-18
Cost: price varies by camp, call for info
Dates: 6/23 – 8/29/14
Camp/Program Name &Description
Seattle Children’s PlayGarden
Discover the magic of PlayGarden this summer!
Online Summer Camp registration now open. Call to
inquire about scholarships.
At the PlayGarden we offer developmentally
appropriate nature-based summer programs for kids
of ALL abilities and ages (ages 1-18)
Weekly Summer Camp Sessions happening June –
August 2014
Serves children: of all abilities
Camp location: Seattle
Seattle Children’s Hospital
Stanley Stamm Camp
Michele Rebert, Camp Coordinator
4800 Sand Point Way NE, MS: T-2241
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 987-2267
[email protected]
www.seattlechildrens.org/clinicsprograms/stanley-stamm-summer-camp/
Ages: 6-14
Cost: no charge-donations gratefully
accepted
Dates: 8/18 – 8/22/14
Stanley Stamm Summer Camp
Summer program for Seattle Children’s patients who have
medical needs that do not allow them to take part in other
camp programs
Campers receive 24 hour medical supervision
Many fun camp activities
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings not allowed
Serves children who have been patients at Seattle Children’s
and cannot attend other camps because of their medical
needs
Camp location: Sunset Lake Youth Camp, Wilkeson, near
Enumclaw
Seattle Community Care
Community Care Camp (Day Camp)
Angelica
5428 Delridge Way SW, Ste A
Seattle, WA 98106
(425) 224-5905
[email protected]
www.seattlecommunitycare.com
Ages: 5-18
Cost: $350 - $800/week
Dates: school breaks and summer
*Siblings allowed
We have two engaging and safe recreation facilities in
West Seattle to provide a therapeutic day camp during
school holiday and summer breaks for children
needing specialized care due to behavioral difficulties.
Our camp is different than other camps because it is
designed for children with behavioral issues, mental
health diagnoses, developmental disabilities, or for
those in special education.
Serves children with: learning and developmental
disabilities, behavioral disorders
Location: West Seattle
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Organization
Seattle Parks and Recreation
Kyle Bywater
st
4554 NE 41 St
Seattle, WA 98105
206-684-4950
[email protected]
www.seattle.gov/parks/specialpops/
Ages: 4-21
Cost: Day Camp $80
Overnight Camp $100
Camp/Program Name &Description
Seattle Parks and Recreation Specialized Programs
We offer several camps for all special needs youth.
There will be 3 weeks of Overnight Camps (for youth
6-21 years of age) and 4 weeks of Woodland Day
Camps (for youth 4-21 years).
The camp programs focus on a wide range of
recreation activities which emphasize socialization,
general community awareness, and motor skills. A
child can attend all sessions or select the camps he /
she desires to attend
*Siblings not allowed
Serves children with Physical disabilities/Learning and
developmental disabilities/ Behavioral disorders/General
medical conditions or diagnoses
Location: Seattle (Camp Long and Lower Woodland Park)
Side by Side
Camp Side-by-Side
JJ Kissinger, Director
th
4540 15 Ave NE
Seattle, WA 98105-4507
(206) 524-7301, ext. 273
[email protected]
www.sidebyside.org
Ages: 3-18 recommended
Cost: free to families
Dates: 8/3 - 8/8/14
*Siblings allowed
University of Washington Autism Center
Ben Aaronson, Camp Director
PO Box 357290
Seattle, WA 98195
(206) 221-2267
[email protected]
http://depts.washington.edu/uwautism/
Ages: 7-12
Cost: $2200
Dates: 7/7- 8/8/14
Monday – Friday 9am-3pm
*Volunteers needed
*Siblings welcome
Week-long camp designed to serve the needs of the
entire family who has a child with cancer
Kids can swim in the outdoor pool; enjoy the climbing
wall, ropes course, archery range, canoeing, etc.
Parents and caregivers can rest, relax and meet other
families on a similar journey and experience laughter,
rest, and togetherness
Healthcare team from Seattle Children’s and UWMC
is provided to support families
Individual buddies/counselors for every child
Serves: families that have a child with cancer
Camp Location: Eatonville, WA
Apex Summer Day Camp
Our summer camp program focuses on building
children’s social skills and self-esteem within the context
of structured recreational and learning activities.
We partner with parents to provide education and
training, as well as daily reports, so that new skills can
be practiced.
Targets of treatment include improvements in the quality
of peer interactions, increases in self-efficacy and
confidence, and enhanced self-regulation of emotions
and behavior.
Serves children with: Autism spectrum and related
disorders
Camp Location: Seattle, WA
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Organization
Walla Walla Community Hospice
Vivian Antes, Camp Coordinator
1067 Isaacs Ave
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-5561
[email protected]
www.wwhospice.org/children.htm
Ages: 7-14
Cost: no charge
Dates: 7/25 - 7/27/14
*Siblings allowed
Washington State Youth Soccer
Association (WSYSA)
Marty Torres
2108 N. Baltimore
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 752-5611
[email protected]
www.wsysa.com/Programs/TOPSoccer/
Ages: 4 and up
Cost: Call for more information
Dates: Call for more information
*Siblings not allowed
*Volunteers needed
Camp/Program Name &Description
Camp Amanda
A unique weekend camp for children who have
experienced the death of a significant person in their
lives who have never attended another grief camp
Campers meet other children like themselves and
discover they are not alone in their experience
Activities include large and small group sessions,
games, cookouts, swimming, crafts and a time for
sharing
Serves children: who have lost a loved one to death
Camp location: Walla Walla, WA
TOPSoccer
Soccer activities in a non-competitive environment
Focus is on exercise and participation
Players participate at their own pace and level
Camp held for an hour or two a week usually in
spring and fall
Serves children with: physical disabilities, learning and
developmental disabilities, behavior disorders, general and
specific medical conditions
Locations: Bellingham, Snohomish, Redmond, Edmonds,
Shoreline, Tukwila, Bainbridge Island, Port
Orchard/Bremerton, Tacoma, Maple Valley, Vancouver,
Salmon Creek, Camas/Washougal, Tri Cities, Spokane,
Olympia, Centralia
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