Website
2136 Bohemian Hwy.
Occidental, CA 95465
(510) 922-8687
camp@epilepsynorcal.org
Camp Coelho provides a space for kids with epilepsy to connect with their community without worrying about “what people might think if they have a seizure.” The program, organized by the Epilepsy Foundation, is designed to remove barriers and reduce anxiety around safety so that kids and families can reap the benefits of camp. With the help of a 24-hour medical team, kids can “leave behind” their daily epilepsy-related struggles. An epileptologist, PA, NP, and nurses are on staff to make sure each camper is safe and continues their typical medication schedule. With these barriers removed, campers can focus on building friendships, enjoy traditional activities, and develop their self-esteem, confidence, and independence.
Type of camp: Sleepaway
Dates and times: June 20–June 25, 2025
Location: CYO Camp
Register: Registration coming soon. Please monitor the bottom of their camp page.
Cost: TBA
Ages and disabilities served: Kids with epilepsy, ages 9-17.
1:1 aide: While personal aides are not provided, Camp Coelho’s staff can provide additional support where needed.
Website
45895 California Hwy. 49
Ahwahnee, CA 93601
(510) 222-6662
campkrem@gmail.com
Camping Unlimited, established in 1957, was created to provide children and adults with developmental disabilities “fulfilling camping, recreational, educational and respite services.” Since then, the organization has grown their menu of services and programs to include year-round programs, summer camps, and travel camps. Camp Krem’s main camp is designed to foster each camper’s independence, self-confidence, responsibility, empathy and respect for others, and friendships. Campers have a variety of activities to participate in such as swimming, campfires, music therapy, dance, arts and crafts, drama, scavenger hunts, sports, spending time with animals, and more! Safety and care is also a priority at Camp Krem, with a nearby Health Center and onsite nurses ready to help campers.
Type of camp: Sleepaway
Dates and times: There are several sessions for families to choose from between June 2 and August 12, 2025. See their main camp page for a full list of dates.
Location: Awahanee, CA
Register: Begin the registration process by filling out their online application. You’ll be asked to create an account before proceeding to the application. The submitted application will go through a review process before enrollment is officially complete, which you will be notified of with a “Confirmation of Enrollment” email.
Cost: Cost depends on the session selected and whether you’ve chosen the 1:3 or 1:1 price. For example, Session 1 costs $2,360.70 for 1:3 and $6,019.60 for 1:1. Please see their Pricing and Regional Center Funding page for full details. Financial aid is available.
Ages and disabilities served: Campers with developmental disabilities, ages 5 and up.
1:1 aide: A 1:1 supervision option is available. Space is limited. Contact the camp for more details.
Website
83 Hamilton Drive, Suite 200
Novato, CA 94949
(415) 382-9083
info@okizu.org
Camp Okizu was developed by the organization Okizu and seven Northern California hospitals, such as UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital, to serve families experiencing childhood cancer. Okizu’s goal is to provide a space for families and patients “to heal through peer support, respite, mentoring, and recreational programs.” Their annual camp provides such a space for families and patients to connect with the community and build support. While at camp, children will have several opportunities to “develop independence, build self-esteem, and learn new skills” through activities that characterize the traditional camp experience (swimming, boating, archery, crafts, etc.). Several camps are offered annually. Oncology Camp is designed for children who have or had cancer to connect with other campers who understand them. SIBS Camp serves siblings of children with cancer, allowing them a dedicated space to develop self-esteem and connect with their community. Family Camp brings together the whole family for group activities, as well as separate ones for targeted support. This camp is designed to relieve the stresses of treatment and the challenges that come with “navigating the pediatric cancer world.”
Type: Sleepaway, sibling camp, family camp
Dates and times: There are three types of camps with several sessions over the summer. Check out their 2025 Camper Calendar for a full list.
Location: Location varies depending on which camp and session is selected.
Register: Register online anytime between January 15, 2025 and two weeks before your selected camp starts. See their Camper Applications page for more registration details.
Cost: Free
Ages and disabilities served: Individuals ages 6-17 years old and families who have experienced or have a cancer diagnosis.
1:1 aide: Contact for details.
Website
600 Playground Drive
Cedarpines Park, CA 92325
(909) 338-1102 ext. 5003
camppaivika@abilityfirst.org
AbilityFirst’s Camp Paivika was one of the first fully accessible camps in the United States, providing a traditional camp experience to individuals with “mild to severe developmental and physical disabilities.” They provide a safe, nurturing environment for campers to have new experiences, make friends, and grow more confident. The organization offers winter, spring, fall, and summer programs like adventure camps and ski trips. Camp Paivika also offers seasonal virtual camps as a way to increase socialization and inclusion. Camp staff members are ready to get creative in adapting activities to meet the needs of each camper, which often includes swimming, horseback riding, adaptive sports and recreation, arts and crafts, performing arts, and nature studies. They’ve added new programs this year that increase opportunities for connection and friendship within cabin groups.
Type: Sleepaway and family day camp
Dates and times: Camp session types include Friends & Family Day Camp, Transition Age, and Children. Please see their Summer Camp Program Schedule for a full list of camp sessions, dates, and fees.
Location: Camp Paivika
Register: Begin by filling out this survey to express interest. You’ll be sent a registration link. Follow the link and pay the $150 deposit to complete registration and secure your spot. If this is your camper’s first time attending, camp staff will contact you before sending the registration link.
Cost:
Ages and disabilities served: People with developmental and physical disabilities, ages 9-21 years old. Camps are organized by age groups.
1:1 aide: Family & Friends Camps are designed for campers with higher support needs or who need a companion to join them. Please contact the camp for more details.
Website
P.O. Box 172
Susanville, CA, 96130
vflaig@rmhcnc.org
(916) 734-4230
During this week-long camp, campers with medical needs and disabilities (physical, developmental, or emotional) can get the traditional camp experience while in a supportive, fully ADA-accessible environment. The camp is hosted annually by Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northern California and aims to provide campers with opportunities to embrace their individuality and build their confidence. Throughout the week, campers will participate in a variety of activities and programs specifically designed to promote individuality, self-esteem, and teamwork, all while enjoying the great outdoors. This includes arts and crafts, drama, talent shows, nutrition education, outdoor education, sports, and waterfront activities. In addition to the campground’s accessibility features, the camp keeps a fully licensed RN on staff all summer to help with medical needs. However, campers are required to be comfortable in a small group setting (1:4 ratio of adults to children) and need minimal assistance.
Type of camp: Sleepaway
Dates and times: July 6-July 12, 2025
Location: Eagle Lake
Register: First, review the application checklist in the Camper Information Handbook to understand the steps required and their deadlines. Begin checking things off the list, such as scheduling appointments and filling out the camper application and health history form. Registration closes May 15, 2025. See their registration page for more details.
Cost: $650. A $50 deposit is due June 1, 2025.
Ages and disabilities served: Individuals, ages 12-65, with physical, developmental, and/or emotional disabilities.
1:1 aide: Camp Ronald McDonald requires campers to be able to function within a 1:4 staff-to-camper ratio. Please contact the camp for more details.
Website
22988 Ferretti Road
Groveland, CA 95321
(209) 962-7534
info@tuolumnetrails.org
Camp Tuolumne Trails provides those with physical and developmental disabilities an "accommodating environment for healing, respite, education and recreation.” This traditional camp experience helps children foster confidence and social skills by engaging them in activities and new interests. The facility is fully ADA-accessible, making it easier for campers to enjoy classic activities like arts and crafts, adapted sports, gold-panning, star gazing, scavenger hunts, nature studies, music, theater, archery, and more. While away at camp, your child will have access to an onsite Registered Nurse 24 hours a day for medical care such as breathing treatments, g-tube feedings, and more. Camp Tuolumne also offers a family camp, which is hosted in August and offers additional services like respite care.
Type of camp: Sleepaway and family
Dates and times: Below are sessions for children and teens ages 7–17, as well as family camp. For campers who are 18 years old and up, please see their Summer 2025 Registration page.
Location: Tuolumne Trails
Register: Register online by making a CampInTouch account, completing the application, and paying the $30 registration fee. After the application is received, you’ll be sent a camper intake form to complete. For more information, please review their registration page.
Cost: Cost depends on the session and duration selected. The three-day option is $525, and the five-day option is $875. Family Camp is $900 for groups of four, with additional campers $40 each. Financial aid is available.
Ages and disabilities served: Children, teens, and adults with physical or developmental disabilities. Check out their FAQs page for more information regarding the support and care camp can provide.
1:1 aide: Caregivers can attend for free after completing background checks, interviews, and approval granted. Camp Tuolumne can provide 1:1 support, though this is currently limited. If you’d like to go this route, please select “1:1 Staff” on your application so that staff can review and determine eligibility. Please see their FAQs page for more information. Otherwise, the normal staff-to-camper ratio is 1:3.
Website
5535 Arroyo Road
Livermore, CA 94550
campwinninghands@gmail.com
Camp Winning Hands is the result of UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital and Shriner’s Children’s Northern California’s efforts to create a program specifically for kids with hand and limb differences. Their hope is that campers will feel so empowered, protected, and encouraged that their differences “don’t seem so important” anymore. The program is carried out through the collective work of the Taylor Family Foundation, which hosts the camp, and pediatric hand care teams from both hospitals. The care team staff work to create opportunities that “foster bonds by handling social, physical and emotional challenges together.” This includes traditional camp activities such as archery, rock climbing, team sports, crafts, and swimming.
Type of camp: Sleepaway
Dates and times: Email for details.
Location: Camp Arroyo
Register: Please email campwinninghands@gmail.com to get started.
Cost: Free
Ages and disabilities served: Children ages 7-17 with congenital hand and upper limb differences.
1:1 aide: Email for details.
Website
5167 Clayton Road, Suite F
Concord, CA 94521
(925) 680-4994
Each year, Diabetes Youth Families (DYF) serves kids with type 1 diabetes through several camp and recreation programs. This includes family, teen, adult, adventure, and kids camps, all of which feature an onsite medical team. There are several options for children offered each year, with the Kids’ Camp being the most traditional summer camp experience. Campers can participate in an all-outdoor experience so they can enjoy sleeping under the stars and other classic activities like swimming, archery, arts and crafts, games, dances, and campfires. Campers will also have access to medical staff for supervision and guidance. If your camper isn’t ready to spend time away from family, check out DYF’s 2025 Program Schedule for family camps and more.
Type: Sleepaway, friends and family camps
Dates and times: June 29-July 3, 2025
Location: Bearskin Meadow Camp
Register: Register online, which requires you to create an account or log into a preexisting one.
Cost: $1,795 (tier 1), or a subsidized rate of $1,000 (tier 2). Scholarships are available. Check out Ways To Pay For Camp for more information.
Ages and disabilities served: Children ages 7-13 with type 1 diabetes.
1:1 aide: While there aren’t individual aides, the camp does keep a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:3.
Website
1063 Macgaw Ave. Suite 100
Irvine, CA 92614
(714) 834-1111
amanda.showalter@essc.org
Easterseals is a nonprofit focused on inclusivity, equity, and access for the disabled community. Their summer camp brings together people from “all walks of life” during “one magical week of camp.” This fully accessible, ACA-accredited camp aims to create a traditional camp experience so that campers can feel the “same excitement available at other camps.” During their time at Easterseals Camp, campers can seek out this joy through crafts, hayrides, talent shows, dances, swimming, canoeing, archery, hiking, concerts, storytelling, ropes courses, and other classic activities.
Type of camp: Sleepaway
Dates and times: July 27-August 2, 2025
Location: YMCA Camp Oakes
Register: Applications open June 1, 2025. For returning campers, applications are available starting April 1, 2025.
Cost: $1,248. Limited scholarships are available.
Ages and disabilities served: Teens with disabilities 14 years old and up.
1:1 aides: The camper-to-counselor ratio is approximately 2:1. Please reach out to the camp program director for more details.
Website
P.O. Box 3149
Livermore, CA 94551
(925) 215-2281
kirstenmichele@gmail.com
The Exceptional Needs Network (ENN) began as a group of parent volunteers seeking ways to help families get support and relief from the “tremendous demands” of raising children with chronic illnesses or developmental disabilities. These efforts later manifested as the three annual camps they offer today, two in the summer and one in the fall. These camps are designed to provide respite to families while also creating a “fun, untroubled, safe environment” for children to enjoy. While parents, caregivers, and other family members recharge, campers pursue a traditional camp experience and all the benefits that come with it. While at camp, children have access to camp experiences such as arts and crafts, basketball, rock climbing, cooperative games, dance, magic shows, music therapy, sensory activities, swimming, ziplining, and more.
Type of camp: Sleepaway
Dates and times:
Location: Camp Arroyo
Register: Begin by signing up for their mailing list so that you can receive camp announcements and registration links. Camp admission is determined by lottery. Typically, registration begins in February; when it’s closed, families will receive an email to let them know if their camper has been offered a spot or not.
Cost: Free, outside of the $95 registration fee due once your camper has been admitted and you have accepted the spot.
Ages and disabilities served: Campers ages 6-22 with life-threatening and chronic illnesses, as well as developmental disabilities.
1:1 aide: Each camper is paired with a 1:1 counselor. You can provide your own counselor, but they must apply and go through the interview process. Guardians and parents cannot be 1:1 counselors. Please contact ENN for more information.
Website
PO Box 8
Roseville, CA 95661
lionscampfordeaf@gmail.com
Since 1980, the Lions Wilderness Camp has been providing camps, education, activities, health care, and counseling for Deaf children. The Lions Wilderness Camp offers a variety of outdoor activities, fluent ASL staff, and two session options so that families can choose what works best for them. While at camp, children engage in a space designed specifically for them that fosters outdoor skills and encourages them to “enjoy the wonder and beauty of nature to the fullest extent.”
Type of camp: Sleepaway
Dates and times: There are two camps available to select from.
Location: Teresita Pines & Ross Relles
Ages and disabilities served: Deaf and hard of hearing children ages 7-15.
Cost: $425. Sponsorships are available.
Register: Complete the application and medical form online. Be prepared for a $50 non-refundable deposit required during registration. Please see the applications page for more information.
1:1 aide: Contact for details.
Website
15274 Andorra Way
San Diego CA 92129
info@CaHandsandVoices.org
Led by caregivers of Deaf and hard of hearing children (DHH), California Hands & Voices aims to be a “non-judgemental,” respectful space where families can receive support and access valuable resources. This includes language opportunities, communication tools, and educational resources. They have locations in three regions: Northern California, Southern California, and Inland Valley. While each of these locations has their own unique summer camp program, they all aim to provide families with a “weekend of connection, support, and fun.” During camp, families will have the opportunity to engage in a variety of outdoor activities such as frisbee golf, tree swings, pickleball, skeeball, basketball, hiking, volleyball, campfire activities, and stargazing.
Type of camp: Family sleepaway
While family camps are held in three different regions, only Southern California has a summer break camp, held May 23–May 25, 2025. Please see their Family Camps page for other camps.
Location: Whispering Winds Camp
Register: Complete the online application. Once you’ve registered, you’ll need to pay fees and submit your completed waiver.
Cost: $210 non-refundable fee per person; children under 1 year old attend for free. If you’d like to explore payment options, reach out to discuss a payment plan or review their fundraising ideas. If you’re seeking Regional Center funding, Kristen Stratton (Hands & Voices Education & Support Services) is available to assist you if needed.
Ages and disabilities served: DHH families and children, all ages.
1:1 aide: Personal attendants are welcome at camp.
Website
Chico, CA
(530) 433-4217
info@abilityfirstsports.org
What began as an education and training program for professionals has grown to include services and programs for youth and adults with physical disabilities. Today, Ability First is known for their summer camps and year-round sports, leisure, and lifestyle programs and workshops. During camp, kids have a variety of sports and recreational activities to choose from such as archery, wheelchair, game nights, skit nights, basketball, boccia, cycling, life skills and wellness sessions, karaoke, rugby, waterskiing, and more. Sports are led by expert coaches and invite campers of all skill levels to participate. Ability First acknowledges that being physically active and feeling included are incredibly important for personal health and quality of life. The camp puts individuals, community, and independence at the center of the programs to help campers feel empowered in daily life and while pursuing their goals.
Type of camp: Sleepaway
Dates and times: June 15-June 21, 2025
Location: Chico State University Dorms
Register: Register online. Application alone does not guarantee a spot.
Cost: Contact for details.
Ages and disabilities served: Children, teens, and young adults ages 6–24 with physical disabilities.
1:1 aide: Contact for details.
Website
40885 Shaver Forest Road
Shaver Lake, CA 93664
(559) 593-2504
info@centralcaladaptive.org
Central California Adaptive Sports Center (CCASC) sets out to empower disabled individuals by fostering their independence, confidence, health, and well-being through adaptive sports programs. This includes a wide variety of sports and activities that “integrate the latest equipment and therapeutic recreation practices,” offered as single-day or weekend programs. Summer sports often include mountain biking, kayaking, paddle boarding, fly-fishing, spin cast fishing, rock climbing, mountaineering, hiking, and camping. CCASC works hard to make sure their programs create “positive and enduring effect” for participants by providing camping and recreation equipment and making sure the program is a good fit. Information such as dates, agenda, cost, and other details are available upon request. You can also review their Participant Resources to get more insight into the experience.
Type of camp: Sleepaway
Dates and times: CCASC asks that interested families reach out for program details.
Location: Adaptive Sports Center
Register: Review their registration page and fill out the application online. Once submitted, a staff member will call you to go over pricing, details, questions, and funding opportunities that you may qualify for.
Cost: Cost is discussed after the application has been submitted. You can complete a financial aid application or email randy@centralcaladaptive.org as well.
Ages and disabilities served: People of all ages with cognitive or physical disabilities. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
1:1 aide: There are no 1:1 aides offered for this program, but staff assistance is available, and caregivers or family members are encouraged to participate.
Website
2 Marina Blvd.
Fort Mason Center, Suite C385
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 474-7662
info@etctrips.org
Environmental Traveling Companions (ETC) provides year-round adaptive sports and programs to people with physical and cognitive disabilities. During the summer, ETC offers several day and overnight water sport adventures throughout the state, including whitewater rafting, bioluminescence paddles, local sea kayaking, and “far flung” sea kayaking. Their American River Whitewater Weekends welcome novice and experienced rafters to join them on class 3 rapids. ETC’s guides are experienced and ready to make adaptations to suit your camper’s needs. These weekend journeys guide participants through 12 miles of the American River, beginning at River Camp in Lotus, CA and ending in the Lower Gorge Section of the river’s South Fork. Campers can choose to only participate in one day, or they can stay overnight at their River Camp accessible camping facility.
Type of camp: Family sleepaway
Dates and times: There are several weekends to select from.
Location: ETC River Camp
Register: Email the River Program Manager or call 415-474-7662 (ext. 15) to reserve your spot.
Cost: $250 for two days or $120 for one day. Price covers shuttles, three lunches, one dinner, and one breakfast. Sliding-scale scholarships are available.
Ages and disabilities served: All abilities are welcome for Friends & Family Weekends, ages 10 and up. Guides have experience with accommodating a range of physical and cognitive disabilities.
1:1 aide: ETC encourages campers to bring a personal care attendant should they need the support. Special pricing and scholarships are available for attendants. See page 5 of the river trip packet for more details.
Website
5461 Bassi Road
Lotus, CA 95651
(415) 552-1190
info@hwaters.org
Cale Siler created Healing Waters in 1996 to help people with HIV/AIDS through rafting trips. Healing Waters has since helped “empower, inspire, and enrich the lives” of people with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses find relief from the “debilitating psychological, emotional and spiritual effects” of their conditions. Their programs welcome all skill levels and are offered throughout the year, including weekend trips, sledding, snowshoeing, whitewater rafting, cycling, and more. Healing Water’s Liquid Camp is an annual summer camp designed to create an emotionally and physically safe space for campers with HIV/AIDS to “take a moment to celebrate living, community, and challenge their own beliefs about their strengths and abilities.”
Type of camp: Sleepaway
Dates and times: July 8-July 11, 2025
Location: Camp Lotus
Register: Sign up for camp online.
Cost: $275 for campers, $125 for guardians. Partial scholarships are available to request during the application process.
Ages and disabilities served: Children ages 7 and up with HIV/AIDS.
1:1 aide: Contact for details.
Website 13851 Stevens Canyon Rd. Cupertino, CA 95014 (408) 867-1115
Camp Via West, an affiliate of Ability Path, is focused on services that help families and individuals with developmental disabilities “achieve their full potential and be included in all aspects of our community.” This includes educational, therapeutic, and support services for children, adults, seniors, and families. Each year, they host summer camps on their 13.5-acre campus with the help of trained staff ready to “help campers stretch their imaginations,” grow their skills, enjoy the outdoors, and “make lifetime memories.” Their Youth Camp offers a structured schedule focused on social skills, confidence, and new experiences for ages 7-17. Altitude Camp is a project-based program designed to help neurodivergent teens prepare for the transition into adulthood. While at camp, participants have 24-hour access to the Registered Nurses at the Camp Via West Health Center, as well as nurse interns to help with daily living, motor, mobility, and hoyer lifts.
Type of camp: Sleepaway
Dates and times: The below dates are sessions for children and teens. If you’d like to view sessions for adults, please see their Summer 2025 Dates & Rates page.
Location: Camp Via West
Register: You’ll want to first read their Application Information page to familiarize yourself with the process, then register online. You’ll be placed on a waitlist until the application is reviewed and a team member has called you. Enrollment is open year-round, and the process usually takes about three to six weeks.
Cost: Pricing ranges $1,300-$3,700 based on the staff-to-camper ratio and if you select the day or overnight option. They accept Regional Center funding under respite and social recreation codes.
Ages and disabilities served: Ages 7–23. Camper eligibility is determined by strengths and support needs rather than diagnosis.
1:1 aide: You can select your preferred staff to camper ratio (1:1, 1:2, 1:3, 1:5) when registering. While they do their best to honor these preferences, ratios assigned are determined by safety and camper needs. Please see their ratio criteria for more information.
Website
255 Cal Road
Soda Springs, CA 95728
(800) 381-6891, ext.1
inf0@wamplerfoundation.org
Camp Wamp brings together campers with physical disabilities for “life-changing experiences” in the great outdoors. During each one-week session, campers sleep under the stars and enjoy a wide variety of activities, including nature challenges, kayaking, environmental studies, arts and crafts, drama, life skills, music, adaptive rock climbing, swimming, and more. Their parent organization, the Stephen J. Wampler Foundation, was founded as a way to empower the cerebral palsy and physical disability community “to lead fulfilling lives” and “experience the transformative power of nature and outdoor activities.” Stephen, who has cerebral palsy, believes that disability doesn’t define an individual’s potential or capabilities.
Type of camp: Sleepaway
Dates and times: Camps are organized by age group.
Location: Camp Wamp
Register: Register online. Once accepted, you’ll need to fill out several forms.
Cost: Families are required to pay a $300 registration fee.
Ages and disabilities served: Children with physical disabilities ages 8-18. Please see their application page for eligibility information.
1:1 aide: Camp Wamp prides themselves on having a 1:1 staff-to-camper ratio, ensuring that each camper gets personalized attention and support.
Website
17000 Elizabeth Lake Rd.
Lake Hughes, CA 93532
(661) 724-1550 Ext. 203
admissions@thepaintedturtle.org
In 1999, Paul Newman created The Painted Turtle in response to the need for a medical specialty camp designed for kids who couldn’t get the care they needed at other summer camps. Now, The Painted Turtle has grown into more than a summer camp, offering a space for families and disabled individuals to get the support they need. The organization provides several camp sessions designed with a specific medical need or disability in mind, and acceptance for those camps is based on medical criteria. During camp, participants gain access to all the fun and benefits of camp without worrying about their medical needs. The “Well Shell,” camp’s 24-hour medical center, staffs full-time medical staff including a medical director (pediatrician) and a health center director (registered nurse). Families also benefit from The Painted Turtle’s efforts to “provide care, education, and respite.”
Type: Sleepaway, family camp, sibling camp
Dates and times: Click on the links below to learn more about each camp and to check eligibility.
Cost: Free
Register: Review their Camper Application Checklist and gather all required forms, documents, and medical plans necessary. Then, create a CampSite account to access and complete the application. Camp acceptance does partially depend on medical eligibility, so please be sure to review the criteria listed on each camp’s page.
1:1 aide: Contact for details.
Website
385 Fairview Road
Ojai, CA 93023
(310) 476-8571
Contact: Rory Carmer
Camp Ramah provides “immersive Jewish experiences rooted in Torah, Avodah, and Gemilut Hasadim” for young adults and children through their various events and summer camp. They offer two summer programs for campers with disabilities: Amitzim for children and Ezra for young adults. While each is unique, both programs focus on creating community and increasing independent living skills. Amitzim enables campers to participate in all camp programming with the help of a buddy program, as well as modifications and additional support if possible. The buddy program assigns a staff buddy to a camper to help "enhance friendships and interpersonal skills.” Ezra offers young adults the opportunity to live and learn at camp as they go through a multi-week vocational training program. Participants gain job site experience, enhance their existing skills, and “learn lessons of responsibility, kinship, sportsmanship, and sharing.” During both Amitzim and Ezra, campers have access to Ramah’s 24-hour health center in addition to, “support systems, modified schedules, and programs to ensure that everyone’s needs are being met thoughtfully.”
Type of camp: Sleepaway
Dates and times:
Location: Camp Ramah
Register: Create an account to begin the online application. There is a non-refundable $250 application fee.
Cost: Amitzim sessions are $7,260, and Ezra sessions are $6,460. Financial assistance is available. Please see their Dates & Rates page for sibling discounts, medication fees, insurance information, and more.
Ages and disabilities served: Children and teens with learning, emotional, or developmental disabilities (grades 3–11).
1:1 aide: Contact for details.
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