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☼Special Needs Summer Camps 2019

ADHD

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Deaf/Hard of Hearing

Emotional Disabilities

Fairfax County Government

Intellectual Disabilities

Learning Disabilities

Medical Conditions

Physical Disabilities

Sensory Motor Integration

Social Skills

Speech/Language

Visual Impairments

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The FCPS Parent Resource Center

The Summer Camps listed here are provided for informational purposes only. They do not reflect recommendations or endorsements by Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS)

or The FCPS Parent Resource Center. Please contact the camps directly for fees and availability.

Updated February 2019.


ADHD

Camp Sequoia An overnight camp for boys to have fun and enhance social skills, from talking to the international space station via radio, to 3-d printing to working with published artists in residence, small group sessions, as well as traditional camp activities with a 2:5 ratio of staff to campers are offered. We serve 2e young men and those working on social skills development who benefit from our staffing ratio and training, but don't need the level of support of a more intensive special needs setting. Ages 7-19 Pennsburg, Pennsylvania 610-771-0111 www.camp-sequoia.com Email: [email protected] Fitness for Health B Social Summer Therapeutic Summer Program (Ages 4–10) Entering our 11th year, we offer an integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills and motor development. B Social Team Building for Adolescents with Social Challenges (Ages 11–16) An integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills, working with peers and motor development. Rockville, MD 301-231-7138 www.fitnessforhealth.org Email: [email protected]

Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia (JCCNV) Camp Kadima (Grades 1-6) For children with high functioning autism, ADHD and related disorders, offering social skills therapy sessions and camp activities Camp Tikvah (Grades 7-10) for children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, offering soft life skills and camp activities. J Camps: Inclusion programs (Grades K-8) Fairfax, VA 703-537-3031 www.jccnv.org/camp Email: [email protected]

tel:(610)%20771-0111

http://www.camp-sequoia.com/


http://fitnessforhealth.org/


http://www.jccnv.org/camp


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ADHD Lab School of Washington Summer program for students with learning disabilities and/or ADHD in grades 1-9 and special sessions in Speech and Language and Occupational Therapy for preschool to 12th grade, designed to help students understand their needs, evaluate their weaknesses, build confidence, and develop techniques for overcoming learning challenges. Washington, D.C. 202-944-2217 www.labschool.org/summerprograms Email: [email protected]

LCF KIDS - Get Moving! Get Social! Therapeutic Summer Camp Therapeutic, fitness and social skills camp for children with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing disorder, motor delay, learning disabilities, and social skills needs. Building children’s self-esteem, self-confidence, and physical ability through sports and social activities. Focuses on improving communication skills, team work, cooperation, and social skills. Falls Church, VA 703-909-7971 www.lcfkids.com/ Email: [email protected]

Mad Science Camp Eight different camp programs for children with learning disabilities and other special needs. Campers create, build, and observe a variety of projects to explore how science affects the world around us. Call to discuss what camp options are best for your child. 30 locations all over the DC area. Ages: 5-11 703-536-9897 www.dc.madscience.org Email: [email protected]

http://www.labschool.org/summerprograms


http://www.dc.madscience.org/


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ADHD Skill Builders Camp SuperNova is an adventure-packed summer camp for students 5-9 years old emphasizing social language skills and improving peer interactions. Camp will be run by an occupational therapist and speech-language pathologist, and will incorporate sensory processing, music therapy, fine motor and gross motor activities. Our campsite will feature indoor play, a playground, nearby park and water activities. Amanda Miller at 703-941-7757 x316. Ages 5-9 Falls Church, VA 703-941-7757 www.skillbuildersllc.com Email: [email protected] Summit Camp Summit Camp, Travel and Weekender programs provide a unique opportunity for kids and teens that have significant social learning and executive function deficits to meet their peers and have a traditional sleep-away experience. Our supportive summer camp experience in the Pocono Mountains features all types of awesome camp activities- swimming, climbing, arts, theater, and athletics- coupled with the best staff who come from all over the world to work with us. Ages 8-19 Pocono Mountains Honesdale, PA 570-253-4381 www.summitcamp.com Email: [email protected] Talisman Summer Camp Traditional residential adventure camp for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and similar neurodevelopmental disorders. Many different camping experiences designed to build confidence, problem-solve, and gain responsibility. Ages 6-22 Zirconia, North Carolina 808-697-6313 talismancamps.com Email: [email protected]


tel:855-588-8254

http://talismancamps.com/


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ADHD

Treatment and Learning Center Summer Programs Therapeutic camps for sensory integration, occupational therapy, speech/language, learning enrichment and handwriting. TLC’s Friends Camps Ages 3-7 Learning Enrichment Programs Grades 1-12 Rockville, Maryland 301-424-5200 ext. 306 ttlc.org/summer_programs Email: [email protected]


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ARC @ Camp Baker Residential and day summer programs offered by the Richmond ARC. Respite is available. Participants with disabilities receive care and supervision from a team of counselors, specialists and program directors. A low staff-to-camper ratio ensures individual attention. Camp provides assistance with personal hygiene, meals, toileting and medication management, campers participate in therapeutic, recreational and social activities. Ages 6-adult Chesterfield, Virginia 804-748-4789 www.richmondarc.org Email: [email protected] Beyond Akeela A unique camp and travel program that prepares “quirky” 11th and 12th graders for life after high school, with an emphasis on social skills, independent living skills, community service and FUN! Designed for teens with Asperger’s Syndrome, high functioning ASD and nonverbal learning disabilities. Grades 11-12 Appleton, Wisconsin 866-680-4744 www.beyondakeela.com Email: [email protected]

Camp Akeela A co-ed, overnight camp in Vermont and Wisconsin for boys and girls with Asperger’s Syndrome, high functioning ASD and NVLD. "Quirky" kids grades 3 - 10 thrive, make lifelong friends and grow socially in a warm, traditional camp setting. Grades 3-10 Vermont and Wisconsin 866-680-4744 www.campakeela.com Email: [email protected]

http://www.richmondarc.org/


tel:866-680-4744

http://beyondakeela.com/


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Autism Spectrum Disorder Camp Holiday Trails A camp for children with medical needs offering one and two-week summer camp sessions for children ages 7-17. Charlottesville, VA 434-977-3781 www.campholidaytrails.org Email: [email protected]

Fairfax County Health Department Speech and Hearing Clinic Provides assessment and therapy services for all ages by licensed Speech-Language Pathologists. Summer program includes 6 weeks of 1:1 summer speech therapy for school-aged children based on established Individual Education Plan (IEP). Group therapy session may be available based on child and therapist availability. Accept Medicaid and have income-based sliding fee scale for eligible Fairfax County residents. Fairfax, Reston, and Mount Vernon. 703-246-7120 703-653-9573 (Fax) www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hd/speech Email: [email protected] Fitness for Health B Social Summer Therapeutic Summer Program (Ages 4–10) Entering our 11th year, we offer an integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills and motor development. B Social Team Building for Adolescents with Social Challenges (Ages 11–16) An integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills, working with peers and motor development. Rockville, MD 301-231-7138 www.fitnessforhealth.org Email: [email protected]


http://www.campholidaytrails.org/


http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hd/speech




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Leap Ahead Day camp specializing in children with Autism, designed to meet the developmental needs of the participants. ABA coaches and Special Education teachers provide support for IEP goals and VA SOL’s. Manassas, VA Ages 5-17 703-392-6166 www.leapahead.org Email: [email protected] Skill Builders Camp SuperNova is an adventure-packed summer camp for students 5-9 years old emphasizing social language skills and improving peer interactions. Camp will be run by an occupational therapist and speech-language pathologist, and will incorporate sensory processing, music therapy, fine motor and gross motor activities. Our campsite will feature indoor play, a playground, nearby park and water activities. Amanda Miller at 703-941-7757 x316. Ages 5-9 Falls Church, VA 703-941-7757 www.skillbuildersllc.com Email: [email protected]




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Autism Spectrum Disorder Summit Camp Summit Camp, Travel and Weekender programs provide a unique opportunity for kids and teens that have significant social learning and executive function deficits to meet their peers and have a traditional sleep-away experience. Our supportive summer camp experience in the Pocono Mountains features all types of awesome camp activities- swimming, climbing, arts, theater, and athletics- coupled with the best staff who come from all over the world to work with us. Ages 8-19 Pocono Mountains Honesdale, PA 570-253-4381 www.summitcamp.com Email: [email protected]

Take2 Summer Camp (Ages 7-14) A therapeutic summer camp for children who have difficulty making and keeping friends because of brain-based differences that impede their functioning in the social world. Take2 offers tools and supports children require to understand the complexities of social interaction. Middle School Summer Camp (Ages 11-14) An excursion-based camp for middle school age children. Campers plan and execute outings in the DC metro area, where they become comfortable applying and generalizing skills related to flexibility and self-advocacy. Edmund Burke School, Washington, DC 240-676-4955 www.take2camp.org Email: [email protected]


http://www.take2camp.org/




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Talisman Summer Camp Traditional residential adventure camp for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and similar neurodevelopmental disorders. Many different camping experiences designed to build confidence, problem-solve, and gain responsibility. Ages 6-22 Zirconia, North Carolina 808-697-6313 talismancamps.com Email: [email protected] Treatment and Learning Center Summer Programs Therapeutic camps for sensory integration, occupational therapy, speech/language, learning enrichment and handwriting. TLC’s Friends Camps Ages 3-7 Learning Enrichment Programs Grades 1-12 Rockville, Maryland 301-424-5200 ext. 306 ttlc.org/summer_programs/ Email: [email protected]

tel:855-588-8254

http://talismancamps.com/


http://ttlc.org/summer_programs/


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Deaf/Hard of Hearing Deaf Camps/American Sign Language Camp Campers participate in swimming, hiking, arts and crafts, and more. Daily religious education lessons. Deaf Camp is designed for Deaf and hard-of-hearing campers who communicate primarily in American Sign Language. American Sign Language Camp features ASL immersion opportunities for signers at any level, from beginning to fluent signers. Campers of all religious backgrounds are welcome, and may be exempted from religious education and chapel upon request. Ages 7-19 Knoxville, MD www.DeafCampsInc.org Email: [email protected]

Gallaudet University Summer & Enrichment Programs A wide variety of programs for deaf and hard of hearing middle and high school students. Ages 10 -18 Washington, D.C. 202-559-7835 (VP) 202-651-5050 (voice) www.gallaudet.edu/outreach-programs/youth-programs/summer-youth-programs.html Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

http://www.deafcampsinc.org/


http://www.gallaudet.edu/outreach-programs/youth-programs/summer-youth-programs.html



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Emotional Disabilities / Mental Health Camp Attaway Day camp for children with emotional and behavioral disorders. 2:1 ratio of campers to staff is maintained at all times. A parent education/support group is part of the program. Scholarships are available. Ages 7-13 Columbia, MD 410-730-2633 campattaway.org/ Email: [email protected] Fitness for Health B Social Summer Therapeutic Summer Program (Ages 4–10) Entering our 11th year, we offer an integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills and motor development. B Social Team Building for Adolescents with Social Challenges (Ages 11–16) An integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills, working with peers and motor development. Rockville, MD 301-231-7138 www.fitnessforhealth.org Email: [email protected]


http://campattaway.org/




http://www.lcfkids.com/

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Fairfax County Government

Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services, Therapeutic Recreation Services Therapeutic Recreation Services provides opportunities for children and adults with disabilities to acquire the skills that enable them to participate in the recreation and leisure program of their choice. 703-324-4600 711 (TTY) www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ncs/trs Email: [email protected]

Fairfax County Health Department Speech and Hearing Clinic Provides assessment and therapy services for all ages by licensed Speech-Language Pathologists. Summer program includes 6 weeks of 1:1 summer speech therapy for school-aged children based on established Individual Education Plan (IEP). Group therapy session may be available based on child and therapist availability. Accept Medicaid and have income-based sliding fee scale for eligible Fairfax County residents. Fairfax, Reston, and Mount Vernon. 703-246-7120 703-653-9573(Fax) www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hd/speech Email: [email protected] Fairfax County Office for Children Summer SACC Program Camp Discovery provides rising 1st - 7th graders opportunities to participate in a variety of fun experiences that appeal to the artist, performer and athlete in every child. SACC's experienced and dynamic teachers are dedicated to guiding children through activities designed to nurture their creativity and develop their talents and skills. Located in 27 convenient locations throughout Fairfax County, each camp offers three cabins to explore. Grades rising 1-7 Multiple locations in Fairfax County 703-449-8989 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ofc/saccsummer.htm Email: [email protected]

http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ncs/trs

http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ncs/trs



http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ofc/saccsummer.htm

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Fairfax County Government Fairfax County ParkTakes A large variety of activities for the summer at Fairfax County Parks throughout the region. The Adapted Aquatics program offers individualized swimming and water activity instruction for individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities. 703-222-4664 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes Email: [email protected] Fairfax County Park Authority Rec-PAC Inclusion Program Rec-PAC (Pretty Awesome Children), operated by Fairfax County Park Authority, is a six week structured recreation program with emphasis on leisure skills designed for elementary school children. The Inclusion Program is offered at various Fairfax County Public Schools. Ages: K-6 703-342-8702 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/rec-pac Email: [email protected]

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Intellectual Disabilities ARC @ Camp Baker Residential and day summer programs offered by the Richmond ARC. Respite is available. Participants with disabilities receive care and supervision from a team of counselors, specialists and program directors. A low staff-to-camper ratio ensures individual attention. Camp provides assistance with personal hygiene, meals, toileting and medication management, campers participate in therapeutic, recreational and social activities. Ages 6-adult Chesterfield, Virginia 804-748-4789 www.richmondarc.org Email: [email protected]

Fairfax County Health Department Speech and Hearing Clinic Provides assessment and therapy services for all ages by licensed Speech-Language Pathologists. Summer program includes 6 weeks of 1:1 summer speech therapy for school-aged children based on established Individual Education Plan (IEP). Group therapy session may be available based on child and therapist availability. Accept Medicaid and have income-based sliding fee scale for eligible Fairfax County residents. Fairfax, Reston, and Mount Vernon. 703-246-7120 703-653-9573 (Fax) www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hd/speech Email: [email protected] Fairfax County ParkTakes A large variety of activities for the summer at Fairfax County Parks throughout the region. The Adapted Aquatics program offers individualized swimming and water activity instruction for individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities. 703-222-4664 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes Email: [email protected]





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Intellectual Disabilities Fitness for Health B Social Summer Therapeutic Summer Program (Ages 4–10) Entering our 11th year, we offer an integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills and motor development. B Social Team Building for Adolescents with Social Challenges (Ages 11–16) An integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills, working with peers and motor development. Rockville, MD 301-231-7138 www.fitnessforhealth.org Email: [email protected]


Treatment and Learning Center Summer Programs Therapeutic camps for sensory integration, occupational therapy, speech/language, learning enrichment and handwriting. TLC’s Friends Camps (Ages 3-7) Learning Enrichment Programs (Grades 1-12) Rockville, Maryland 301-424-5200 ext. 306 ttlc.org/summer_programs Email: [email protected]






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ASDEC ASDEC provides the only Orton-Gillingham Based program endorsed by the International Dyslexia Association in the Washington, DC region. The program provides intensive instruction in reading, writing, spelling, study skills, and handwriting and math. Physical movement along with visual and auditory stimuli to provide multisensory learning. The hands-on aspect of the structured routines facilitates attention and concentration. The careful development of conceptual understanding and the high level of repetition reinforce memory. All activities build on the mastery of skills, which helps students build self-esteem as they experience success each day. Ages: 2-12th grade Rockville, MD Northern Virginia 301-762-2414 www.asdec.org/summer Email: [email protected] Fairfax County Health Department Speech and Hearing Clinic Provides assessment and therapy services for all ages by licensed Speech-Language Pathologists. Summer program includes 6 weeks of 1:1 summer speech therapy for school-aged children based on established Individual Education Plan (IEP). Group therapy session may be available based on child and therapist availability. Accept Medicaid and have income-based sliding fee scale for eligible Fairfax County residents. Fairfax, Reston, and Mount Vernon. 703-246-7120 703-653-9573 (Fax) www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hd/speech Email: [email protected]

http://www.asdec.org/



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Learning Disabilities Fitness for Health B Social Summer Therapeutic Summer Program (Ages 4–10) Entering our 11th year, we offer an integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills and motor development. B Social Team Building for Adolescents with Social Challenges (Ages 11–16) An integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills, working with peers and motor development. Rockville, MD 301-231-7138 www.fitnessforhealth.org Email: [email protected]

Lab School of Washington Summer program for students with learning disabilities, designed to help students understand their needs, evaluate their weaknesses, build confidence, and develop techniques for overcoming learning challenges. Ages 4-6 and Grades rising 1-9 Washington, D.C. 202-944-2217 www.labschool.org/summerprograms Email: [email protected]






http://www.lcfkids.com/

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Learning Disabilities Mad Science Camp Eight different camp programs for children with learning disabilities and other special needs. Campers create, build, and observe a variety of projects to explore how science affects the world around us. Call to discuss what camp options are best for your child. 30 locations all over the DC area. 703-536-9897 www.dc.madscience.org Email: [email protected] Oakland School Summer program for bright children benefiting from an academic boost. Students with a variety of strengths, learning styles and those with learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, non-verbal learning disabilities as well as visual and auditory processing disorders, ADHD and organizational difficulties attend Oakland’s summer camp. Summer students greatly benefit from the individualized programs, ungraded curriculum, small classes and daily one-to-one instruction Ages 6-14 Troy, Virginia 434-293-9059 www.oaklandschool.net/summer-program Email: [email protected]

Oakwood School Academic and recreational summer program for students with learning disabilities in a comfortable, multisensory environment. Grades 1-8 Annandale, VA 703-941-5788 www.oakwoodschool.com/summer Email: [email protected]

http://www.dc.madscience.org/


http://www.oaklandschool.net/summer-program


http://www.oakwoodschool.com/summer


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Skill Builders Camp SuperNova is an adventure-packed summer camp for students 5-9 years old emphasizing social language skills and improving peer interactions. Camp will be run by an occupational therapist and speech-language pathologist, and will incorporate sensory processing, music therapy, fine motor and gross motor activities. Our campsite will feature indoor play, a playground, nearby park and water activities. Amanda Miller at 703-941-7757 x316. Ages 5-9 Falls Church, VA 703-941-7757 www.skillbuildersllc.com Email: [email protected] Summit Camp Summit Camp, Travel and Weekender programs provide a unique opportunity for kids and teens that have significant social learning and executive function deficits to meet their peers and have a traditional sleep-away experience. Our supportive summer camp experience in the Pocono Mountains features all types of awesome camp activities- swimming, climbing, arts, theater, and athletics- coupled with the best staff who come from all over the world to work with us. Ages 8-19 Pocono Mountains Honesdale, PA 570-253-4381 www.summitcamp.com Email: [email protected]


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Medical Conditions

Camp Holiday Trails A camp for children with medical needs offering one and two-week summer camp sessions for children ages 7-17. Charlottesville, VA 434-977-3781 www.campholidaytrails.org Email: [email protected]

Champ Camp CHAMP Camp provides a summer camp experience for children and adolescents with tracheostomies and those who require technological respiratory assistance. Our campers enjoy and fully participate in outdoor summer camp activities including swimming, canoeing, climbing and zip lining to encourage independence, confidence, and self-esteem and create memories that last a lifetime. Greenwood, IN Ages 6-18 317-679-1860 www.champcamp.org Email: [email protected]

Diabetes Camp of West Virginia Camp Kno-Koma is a week-long summer camp for children with diabetes. From dawn’s first light, the campers will find themselves actively involved and delighted by the numerous activities that await, including tubing down the Greenbrier River, canoeing, swimming, archery, biking and much, much more.. Ages 7-15 Anthony, WV 304-559-7351 www.campknokoma.com Email: [email protected]

http://www.campholidaytrails.org/



http://www.campknokoma.com/


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ARC @ Camp Baker Residential and day summer programs offered by the Richmond ARC. Respite is available. Participants with disabilities receive care and supervision from a team of counselors, specialists and program directors. A low staff-to-camper ratio ensures individual attention. Camp provides assistance with personal hygiene, meals, toileting and medication management, campers participate in therapeutic, recreational and social activities. Ages 6-adult Chesterfield, Virginia 804-748-4789 www.richmondarc.org Email: [email protected]

Champ Camp CHAMP Camp provides a summer camp experience for children and adolescents with tracheostomies and those who require technological respiratory assistance. Our campers enjoy and fully participate in outdoor summer camp activities including swimming, canoeing, climbing and zip lining to encourage independence, confidence, and self-esteem and create memories that last a lifetime. Ages 6-18 Greenwood, IN 317-679-1860 www.champcamp.org Email: [email protected] Fairfax County ParkTakes A large variety of activities for the summer at Fairfax County Parks throughout the region. The Adapted Aquatics program offers individualized swimming and water activity instruction for individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities. 703-222-4664 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes/ Email: [email protected]





http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes/

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Fitness for Health B Social Summer Therapeutic Summer Program (Ages 4–10) Entering our 11th year, we offer an integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills and motor development. B Social Team Building for Adolescents with Social Challenges (Ages 11–16) An integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills, working with peers and motor development. Rockville, MD 301-231-7138 www.fitnessforhealth.org Email: [email protected]



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Sensory Motor Integration

Fairfax County Health Department Speech and Hearing Clinic Provides assessment and therapy services for all ages by licensed Speech-Language Pathologists. Summer program includes 6 weeks of 1:1 summer speech therapy for school-aged children based on established Individual Education Plan (IEP). Group therapy session may be available based on child and therapist availability. Accept Medicaid and have income-based sliding fee scale for eligible Fairfax County residents. Fairfax, Reston, and Mount Vernon. 703-246-7120 703-653-9573 (Fax) www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hd/speech Email: [email protected]

Fitness for Health B Social Summer Therapeutic Summer Program (Ages 4–10) Entering our 11th year, we offer an integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills and motor development. B Social Team Building for Adolescents with Social Challenges (Ages 11–16) An integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills, working with peers and motor development. Rockville, MD 301-231-7138 www.fitnessforhealth.org Email: [email protected]





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Sensory Motor Integration LCF KIDS - Get Moving! Get Social! Therapeutic Summer Camp Therapeutic, fitness and social skills camp for children with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing disorder, motor delay, learning disabilities, and social skills needs. Building children’s self-esteem, self-confidence, and physical ability through sports and social activities. Focuses on improving communication skills, team work, cooperation, and social skills. Falls Church, VA 703-909-7971 www.lcfkids.com Email: [email protected] Skill Builders Camp SuperNova is an adventure-packed summer camp for students 5-9 years old emphasizing social language skills and improving peer interactions. Camp will be run by an occupational therapist and speech-language pathologist, and will incorporate sensory processing, music therapy, fine motor and gross motor activities. Our campsite will feature indoor play, a playground, nearby park and water activities. Amanda Miller at 703-941-7757 x316. Ages 5-9 Falls Church, VA 703-941-7757 www.skillbuildersllc.com Email: [email protected] Treatment and Learning Center Summer Programs Therapeutic camps for sensory integration, occupational therapy, speech/language, learning enrichment and handwriting. TLC’s Friends Camps (Ages 3-7) Learning Enrichment Programs (Grades 1-12) Rockville, Maryland 301-424-5200 ext. 306 ttlc.org/summer_programs Email: [email protected]



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Social Skills

Basic Concepts Therapeutic summer program offering daily instruction and focus in the areas of receptive and expressive language, social/peer interactions, play, problem solving, sports and academic skills. Full day and half day classes available. Ages: Pre-K to Middle School 240-447-8013 Rockville, MD www.basicconcepts.org Email: [email protected] Beyond Akeela A unique camp and travel program that prepares “quirky” 11th and 12th graders for life after high school, with an emphasis on social skills, independent living skills, community service and FUN! Designed for teens with Asperger’s Syndrome, high functioning ASD and nonverbal learning disabilities. Appleton, Wisconsin 866-680-4744 beyondakeela.com Email: [email protected]

Camp Akeela A co-ed, overnight camp in Vermont and Wisconsin for boys and girls with Asperger’s Syndrome, high functioning ASD and NVLD. "Quirky" kids grades 3 - 10 thrive, make lifelong friends and grow socially in a warm, traditional camp setting. Grades 3-10 Vermont and Wisconsin 866-680-4744 www.campakeela.com Email: [email protected]

http://www.basicconcepts.org/


tel:866-680-4744

http://beyondakeela.com/


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Social Skills Camp Sequoia An overnight camp for boys to have fun and enhance social skills, from talking to the international space station via radio, to 3-d printing to working with published artists in residence, small group sessions, as well as traditional camp activities with a 2:5 ratio of staff to campers are offered. We serve 2e young men and those working on social skills development who benefit from our staffing ratio and training, but don't need the level of support of a more intensive special needs setting. Ages 7-19 Pennsburg, Pennsylvania (one hour from Philadelphia) 610-771-0111 www.camp-sequoia.com Email: [email protected]

Fairfax County Health Department Speech and Hearing Clinic Provides assessment and therapy services for all ages by licensed Speech-Language Pathologists. Summer program includes 6 weeks of 1:1 summer speech therapy for school-aged children based on established Individual Education Plan (IEP). Group therapy session may be available based on child and therapist availability. Accept Medicaid and have income-based sliding fee scale for eligible Fairfax County residents. Fairfax, Reston, and Mount Vernon. 703-246-7120 703-653-9573 (Fax) www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hd/speech Email: [email protected]

tel:(610)%20771-0111

http://www.camp-sequoia.com/




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Social Skills Fitness for Health B Social Summer Therapeutic Summer Program (Ages 4–10) Entering our 11th year, we offer an integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills and motor development. B Social Team Building for Adolescents with Social Challenges (Ages 11–16) An integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills, working with peers and motor development. Rockville, MD 301-231-7138 www.fitnessforhealth.org Email: [email protected]

Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia (JCCNV) Camp Kadima (Grades 1-6) For children with high functioning autism, ADHD and related disorders, offering social skills therapy sessions and camp activities Camp Tikvah (Grades 7-10) for children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, offering soft life skills and camp activities. J Camps: Inclusion programs (Grades K-8) Fairfax, VA 703-537-3031 www.jccnv.org/camp Email: [email protected] In Step/Stepping Stones Several summer programs and groups to enhance social skills for children and teens. All groups have a parent component to reinforce skills learned. Fairfax, VA 703-876-8480 www.insteppc.com Email: [email protected]





http://www.insteppc.com/

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Social Skills LCF KIDS - Get Moving! Get Social! Therapeutic Summer Camp Therapeutic, fitness and social skills camp for children with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing disorder, motor delay, learning disabilities, and social skills needs. Building children’s self-esteem, self-confidence, and physical ability through sports and social activities. Focuses on improving communication skills, team work, cooperation, and social skills. Falls Church, VA 703-909-7971 www.lcfkids.com Email: [email protected]

Skill Builders Camp SuperNova is an adventure-packed summer camp for students 5-9 years old emphasizing social language skills and improving peer interactions. Camp will be run by an occupational therapist and speech-language pathologist, and will incorporate sensory processing, music therapy, fine motor and gross motor activities. Our campsite will feature indoor play, a playground, nearby park and water activities. Amanda Miller at 703-941-7757 x316. Ages 5-9 Falls Church, VA 703-941-7757 www.skillbuildersllc.com Email: [email protected] Social Beginnings Summer Camp Social Beginnings offers a unique opportunity for children to enjoy a summer camp experience and learn valuable social skills at the same time. Campers participate in both recreational activities and structured social skills lessons throughout the day. Educational opportunities that extend from fun lessons, in-house field trips, to outdoor games and adventures. Howard County, MD 888-344-5977 verbalbeginnings.com/social-beginnings/#summer-camps Email: [email protected]


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Social Skills Social Skills for Life – Camp Friendship A fun summer program for children who need to work on social, communication, and friendship skills. Making friends isn’t always easy! At our program, kids will have tons of fun working on social skills while doing all kinds of fun camp-like activities. Falls Church, VA 703-712-9960 socialskillsforlife.net/summer-camp/ Email: [email protected] Summit Camp Summit Camp, Travel and Weekender programs provide a unique opportunity for kids and teens that have significant social learning and executive function deficits to meet their peers and have a traditional sleep-away experience. Our supportive summer camp experience in the Pocono Mountains features all types of awesome camp activities- swimming, climbing, arts, theater, and athletics- coupled with the best staff who come from all over the world to work with us. Ages 8-19 Pocono Mountains Honesdale, PA 570-253-4381 www.summitcamp.com/ Email: [email protected]

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Social Skills Take2 Summer Camp (Ages 7-14)

A therapeutic summer camp for children who have difficulty making and keeping friends because of brain-based differences that impede their functioning in the social world. Take2 offers tools and supports children require to understand the complexities of social interaction. Middle School Summer Camp (Ages 11-14) An excursion-based camp for middle school age children. Campers plan and execute outings in the DC metro area, where they become comfortable applying and generalizing skills related to flexibility and self-advocacy. Edmund Burke School, Washington, DC 240-676-4955 www.take2camp.org Email: [email protected]





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Speech /Language

Basic Concepts Therapeutic summer program offering daily instruction and focus in the areas of receptive and expressive language, social/peer interactions, play, problem solving, sports and academic skills. Full day and half day classes available. Ages: Pre-K to Middle School 240-447-8013 Rockville, MD www.basicconcepts.org Email: [email protected] Fairfax County Health Department Speech and Hearing Clinic Provides assessment and therapy services for all ages by licensed Speech-Language Pathologists. Summer program includes 6 weeks of 1:1 summer speech therapy for school-aged children based on established Individual Education Plan (IEP). Group therapy session may be available based on child and therapist availability. Accept Medicaid and have income-based sliding fee scale for eligible Fairfax County residents. Fairfax, Reston, and Mount Vernon. 703-246-7120 703-653-9573 (Fax) www.fairfaxcounty.gov/hd/speech Email: [email protected] Fitness for Health B Social Summer Therapeutic Summer Program (Ages 4–10) Entering our 11th year, we offer an integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills and motor development. B Social Team Building for Adolescents with Social Challenges (Ages 11–16) An integrated movement and social thinking program. Concepts will be introduced in a fun and motivating way to explore and improve social thinking skills, working with peers and motor development. Rockville, MD 301-231-7138 www.fitnessforhealth.org Email: [email protected]

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Lab School of Washington Summer program for students with learning disabilities and/or ADHD in grades 1-9 and special sessions in Speech and Language and Occupational Therapy for preschool to 12th grade, designed to help students understand their needs, evaluate their weaknesses, build confidence, and develop techniques for overcoming learning challenges. Washington, D.C. 202-944-2217 www.labschool.org/summerprograms Email: [email protected]

Skill Builders Camp SuperNova is an adventure-packed summer camp for students 5-9 years old emphasizing social language skills and improving peer interactions. Camp will be run by an occupational therapist and speech-language pathologist, and will incorporate sensory processing, music therapy, fine motor and gross motor activities. Our campsite will feature indoor play, a playground, nearby park and water activities. Amanda Miller at 703-941-7757 x316. Ages 5-9 Falls Church, VA 703-941-7757 www.skillbuildersllc.com Email: [email protected] Treatment and Learning Center Summer Programs Therapeutic camps for sensory integration, occupational therapy, speech/language, learning enrichment and handwriting. TLC’s Friends Camps Ages 3-7 Learning Enrichment Programs Grades 1-12 Rockville, Maryland 301-424-5200 ext. 306 ttlc.org/summer_programs Email: [email protected]

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Camp Lighthouse Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind is a one-week day camp at the Silver Spring YMCA includes games, arts and crafts, swimming, field trips and special guests. June 26 - June 30, 2017 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ages 6-12 Washington, D.C. 240-737-5136 www.clb.org/programs-services/youth-family Email: Patti Lyman [email protected]

Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired (DBVI) LIFE Camp (Ages 14-18): LIFE is a 5 week residential program sponsored by the Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired (DBVI). They provide basic training in skills of blindness and helps students become responsible for their lives. LEAP (Grades 11-12): LEAP is a 5 week program held on the VCU campus to assess and develop their college-readiness skills Richmond, VA 804-371-3151 www.vdbvi.org Email: [email protected]



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