Choosing the right summer camp for an individual with autism can be a challenging task. Since there's a variety of choices, matching the ideal camp to an individual's personality, skill level, needs for safety, and fitting that in with a family's busy schedule requires you to start planning early so everyone gets to enjoy the summer.
Resources
How to Choose A Summer Camp Checklist [1]
Glossary of Camp Terms [2]
Camps Funded by Autism Speaks Community Grants [3]
Summer Camps Directories [4]
Visit our Resource Guide [5] to find special needs camps in your state or local area. We welcome new submissions to continually build the Resource Guide. If you know of additional special needs or inclusive summer camps, please feel free to submit them here [6].
Camp Spotlight
Extreme Sports Camp
Aspen , CO
www.extremesportscamp.org [7]
Summer programs and winter ski camps are designed to give kids with autism a challenge, a chance to be successful, and some exercise.
"There are so few opportunities for our kids to participate in a true camp experience, but your program offered the perfect blend of athletic challenges, new experiences, familiar support, and skilled instruction tailored to our son's needs. We had a blast!"
Parent, Branchburg, NJ
We would like to hear from you! Share your story about you or your child's summer camp experience. E-mail us at familyservices@autismspeaks.org
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- Family Services [9]
- Community Connections [10]
- Extreme Sports Camp [11]
- Education [12]
