The inclusion or exclusion of any camp in this directory does not imply endorsement or disapproval. The American Camp Association has information on accredited camps that serve people with special needs. A printable Summer Camp PDF will soon be available.
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Beats & Rhythms
Phone: (509) 474-6725
E-mail: info@beatsandrythms.org
Contact Name: Pamela Burg
Camp Region: Eastern
Camp Location: Cusick, WA
Target Age(s): 10 years to high school Senior
Dates: 6/17/10 - 6/20/10
Cost: $35 registration fee (waiver on request) Bus transportation provided from some locations.
Sponsored by Beats & Rhythms, Inc.
Camp Description:
- Medically supervised camp for children with Congenital Heart Disease
- Staff includes adults with CHD, nurses, childlife specialists, activity specialists
- Pediatric Cardiologist in attendance-fully equiped for emergencies
- Swimming, rock wall, giant slide, ropes course, crafts and much more!
- Supportive and therapeutic environment
- This year's theme: 2010 B & R Olympics
Serves children with:
- Specific medical conditions or diagnoses
- Congenital Heart Disease
Languages (other than English): N/A
Siblings Allowed?: No
Volunteers Needed?: Yes
Camp Description:
- Three day overnight camp for teens with Obsessive-Compulsive Order (OCD)
- Combination of fun, adventure and treatment for OCD
- Teens will participate in a high-ropes course and a day hike
Serves children with:
- Specific medical conditions or diagnoses
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Languages (other than English): N/A
Siblings Allowed?: Yes
Volunteers Needed?: No
Blue Compass (Northwest Expedition)
Phone: 866-683-6262
E-mail: pweiss@bluecompasscamps.com
Contact Name: Peter Weiss
Camp Region: Northwestern
Camp Location: Seattle
Target Age(s): 14-18 years old
Dates: 7/24/10 - 8/7/10
Cost: $2,950 (financial assistance may be available)
Sponsored by Blue Compass Camps
Camp Description:
- Fifteen day overnight camp for teens with Autism, Asperger's, PDD, and/or ADHD
- First week includes backpacking on the coast of Washington in the Olympic National Park
- Second week includes sea kayaking in the San Juan Islands
Serves children with:
- Learning and developmental disabilities
- Specific medical conditions or diagnoses
- ADD
- ADHD
- Asperger's Syndrome
Languages (other than English):
Siblings Allowed?: Yes
Volunteers Needed?: No
Blue Compass (Seven Day Backpacking)
Phone: 866-683-6262
E-mail: pweiss@bluecompasscamps.com
Contact Name: Pete Weiss
Camp Region: Northwestern
Camp Location: Seattle
Target Age(s): 13-18 years old
Dates: 7/24/10 - 7/30/10
Cost: $1,875 (financial assistance may be available)
Sponsored by Blue Compass Camps
Camp Description:
- Seven-day backpacking program for teens with Autism, Asperger's, PDD, and/or ADHD
- Campers will hike along the coast of Washington, in the Olympic National Park
- Goals of the program are to challenge campers, support and develop social confidence
Serves children with:
- Learning and developmental disabilities
- Specific medical conditions or diagnoses
- ADD
- ADHD
- Asperger's Syndrome
Languages (other than English):
Siblings Allowed?: Yes
Volunteers Needed?: No
Blue Compass (The Lemonade Company)
Phone: 866-683-6262
E-mail: pweiss@bluecompasscamps.com
Contact Name: Pete Weiss
Camp Region: Northwestern
Camp Location: Volunteer Park, Seattle
Target Age(s): 7-9 years old
Dates: 8/23/10 - 8/27/10
Cost:
Sponsored by Blue Compass Camps
Camp Description:
- Goals of the program are to support social development through a fun, motivating, day-camp experience.
- Activities include swimming, bike riding (bikes are 4-wheelers and are provided), games, arts & crafts, and much much more!
- Staff are trained professionals in the field of special education, psychology, or counseling - staff to camper ratio of 1 to 3.
- Dropoff and pickup location is located at Volunteer Park in Seattle.
Serves children with:
- Learning and developmental disabilities
- Specific medical conditions or diagnoses
- ADD
- ADHD
- Asperger's Syndrome
Languages (other than English):
Siblings Allowed?: Yes
Volunteers Needed?: No
Blue Compass (The Sea Kayak Program)
Phone: 866-683-6262
E-mail: pweiss@bluecompasscamps.com
Contact Name: Peter Weiss
Camp Region: Northwestern
Camp Location: Seattle, WA
Target Age(s): 14 - 18 years old
Dates: 8/1/10 - 8/7/10
Cost: $1,875 (financial assistance may be available)
Sponsored by Blue Compass
Camp Description:
- Seven day sea kayaking program in the San Juan Islands
- Specializes in teens with ADHD, Asperger's or learning disorders but also takes non-diagnosed teens
Serves children with:
- Learning and developmental disabilities
- Behavioral disorders
- Specific medical conditions or diagnoses
- ADHD
- Asperger's Syndrome
Languages (other than English): N/A
Siblings Allowed?: Yes
Volunteers Needed?: No
Blue Compass (Two Day Backpacking)
Phone: 866-683-6262
E-mail: pweiss@bluecompasscamps.com
Contact Name: Peter Weiss
Camp Region: Northwestern
Camp Location: Seattle, WA
Target Age(s): 13-18 years old
Dates: 6/26/10 - 6/27/10
Cost: $375 (Financial assistance may be available)
Sponsored by Blue Compass
Camp Description:
- Weekend overnight backpacking program
- Specilizes in teens with ADHD, Asperger's or learning disorders but also takes non-diagnosed teens
Serves children with:
- Learning and developmental disabilities
- Behavioral disorders
- Specific medical conditions or diagnoses
- ADHD
- Asperger's Syndrome
Languages (other than English): N/A
Siblings Allowed?: Yes
Volunteers Needed?: No
C.A.S.T. for Kids Programs
Phone: (425) 251-3202
E-mail: ashley@castforkids.org
Contact Name: Ashley Kaiser
Camp Region: Central, Northwestern, Eastern, Southwestern
Camp Location: Various locations throughout Washington State
Target Age(s): 6-18 years old
Dates: Contact the camp for more information
Cost: No charge
Sponsored by C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation
Camp Description:
- Pre-register for a morning of fishing on a boat
- Receive a rod, reel, tacklebox, t-shirt and hat that are yours to keep
- Learn angling techniques and environmetal stewardship
- Learn skills to maintain a lifelong outdoor hobby
Serves children with:
- Physical disabilities
- Learning and developmental disabilities
- Behavioral disorders
- General medical conditions or diagnoses
Languages (other than English): N/A
Siblings Allowed?: Yes
Volunteers Needed?: Yes
Camp ACCESS
Phone: (425) 259-3818
E-mail: mbarrett@sierra-media.com
Contact Name: Melissa Barrett
Camp Region: Northwestern
Camp Location: Flowing Lake County Park in Snohomish, WA
Target Age(s): 7-17 years old
Dates: 8/12/10-8/14/10
Cost: No charge
Camp ACCESS Foundation
Camp Description:
- Outdoor recreational activities such as fishing, sailing, kayaking, inner-tubing and swimming
- Camp staff consists of recreational therapists, disabled sports coaches and volunteer "buddies"
- Team building activities and self-confidence building activities
Serves children with:
Languages (other than English): N/A
Siblings Allowed?: Yes
Volunteers Needed?: Yes
Camp Agape NW
Phone: (206) 285-7144
E-mail: sofia710@gmail.com
Contact Name: Sofia Kenny
Camp Region: Southwestern
Camp Location: Gig Harbor, WA
Target Age(s): 0-18 years old
Dates: 7/26/10-7/31/10
Cost: No charge
Philoptochos/Greek Orthodox Church
Camp Description:
- 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
Serves children with:
- Specific medical conditions or diagnoses
- Cancer
Languages (other than English): Spanish, Greek (will try to accomodate any others)
Siblings Allowed?: Yes
Volunteers Needed?: Yes
