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SAN DIEGO FAMILY MAGAZINE'S
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Check out all the summer programs available in your area right from your computer. Search by activity (dance, sports, arts, music) or age group. |
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YMCA All Ages
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YMCA has a variety for day and overnight summer camps providing mainstream activities and a multitude of camp options for every age and every ability. Most of the camps have an inclusion program for children with special needs The YMCA website has great information and resources on all their camps. |
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CITY OF SAN DIEGO PARKS & Ages 7 - Adult Ages 6 - 12
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Specialty Day Camps and summer activities for individual with special needs. View the complete brochure here. Camp at the Bay - campers, ages 10 to adult, with any disability will experience jet skiing, water skiing, tubing, sailing, kayaking, crafts, handcycling, and more. Siblings and friends are welcome to attend. Camp meets at North Crown Point Shores. Monday-Friday, July 7 - 11, 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $185 (City Resident) / $193.25 (Non-resident) Payment is due by June 9. Leader is Jenny Cavellier 619-525-8247 • Camp Wet and Wild - campers, ages 10 to adult, with any disability, siblings and friends will enjoy surfing, kayaking and games, plus a field trip, crafts and special visitors. Camp meets at South Mission Beach jetty. Monday-Friday, August 4-8, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $185 (City Resident) / $193.25 (Non-resident) Payment is due by June 9th. Leader is Nick Hurd 619-525-8247 • Kidzone Summer Adventure Camp - campers, ages 6 to 12, with any disability, siblings and friends, join the adventure this summer visiting fun spots around San Diego. Cost includes t-shirt, daily field trips, and admission and transportation costs. Camp meets at Tecolote Park Monday-Friday, July 21-25, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $185 (City Resident) / $193.25 (Non-resident) Payment is due by June 9th. Leader is Leslie Willis 619-525-8247 • Inclusion Support - Other day camp opportunities are available for children ages 3 to 12 at City of San Diego Park and Recreation centers. Call 619-525-8248 • to request inclusion support if needed. Requests are processed in the order received and according to staff availability. (Minimum three week advance notice is needed.) Partial scholarships for all TRS camps are available to those who demonstrate need. Junior Wheelchair Sports Camp - Campers, ages 4-18, who have physical impairment will enjoy learning various wheelchair sports taught by athletes trained in each sport. Tuesday - Saturday, August 5 - 9, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Cost: $185 (City Resident)/ $193.25 (Non-resident) Payment is due by June 9th. Cosponsored with SDASF. Call 619-336-1806 • for details. |
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AEFCT
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No Camp Programs this summer. For more information on AEFCT services call 858-569-0056 • . |
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AQUA NUTS SWIMMING All Ages
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With over 9 years working with children with special needs, they have the patience and guidance that will make an aqua nut out of any swimmer! Visit their website for more information about our instructors' backgrounds and more lesson information.
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AUTISM DISCOVERY INSTITUTE RADY CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL Kindergarten Ages 8-12, Ages 13 - 17
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Hi Fives – a social skills group for children with autism spectrum disorders at or around 5 years of age. Children will be screened by a psychologist for admittance into the group, with a maximum of six children with autism spectrum disorders and three to four typical peers. The group will include a parent-training component at the onset and in the middle of the 12-week group. Girl Talk – a social skills group serving girls with autism spectrum disorders between 8-10 or 10-12 years of age. Children will be screened by a psychologist prior to admittance into the group to ensure appropriate placement and to assist with establishing individual goals. PEERS – a social skills group for teens with autism Spectrum Disorders. PEERS (Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relationship Skills) is an evidence-based social skills intervention providing teems with the tools needed for building and maintaining positive friendships. PEERS also includes a parent group to equip families in assisting their teem with social relationship. A thorough screening is completed prior to admittance into the group to ensure appropriate placement and to assist with establishing individual goals. Please contact our Autism Program Coordinator for more information on inclusion criteria, start dates and payment options. Call 858-966-1700 • , ext. 6170 |
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Camp I Can - Children participating in camp will have the opportunity to go on daily field trips to places such as Pump It Up, Belmont Park, Kearny Mesa Bowl, Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, the San Diego Zoo and Chuck E. Cheese. The staff to camper ratio is low to insure maximum safety and optimize participation. Each camper is evaluated for their needs and is provided a high level of experienced, knowledgeable supervision. No camper is turned away based upon need. Visit the website to register and learn more.
Surf Camp La Jolla Shores - open to San Diego County residents 5 years and older. Membership in the SDASA, and proof of diagnosis is required for enrollment. Camp begins July 7th for 8 consecutive weeks. Each camper is paired with a one-on-one aide who is experienced with persons with autism and surfing. |
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ARC OF SAN DIEGO All Ages
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The Arc of San Diego's traditional summer resident camp for children, teens and adults, offers you a relaxing week at the Cuyamaca Outdoor School in Descanso. Your days are filled with swimming, hiking, sports, field trips, sing-a-longs, talent shows, dances, carnivals and camp crafts. While at camp you can also sign up for specialty classes - cooking, candle, jewelry and soap making, and T-shirt art are just a few of your choices. For more information and to be included on their Camp Forms Mailing List, please call 619-685-1175 • or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Camp-a-Little - Ages 5+ residential summer camp Camp-a-Lot - Ages 18+ residential summer camp |
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BANYAN TREE LEARNING CENTER All Ages
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Academic training can improve skills in as little as 5 - 8 weeks. Banyan Tree offers a variety of programs for improvement in areas of cognitive processing, attention, working memory, reading, language and more. Their Summer Programs are personally designed for each student. For best results, an intensive program is recommended, which is 1-3 hours per day for 4-8 weeks, depending on individual goals and needs. For more information, visit their website or call 858-578-6616 • . |
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CAMP IVEY Ages 7 -22
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Camp Iveyoffers the chance to learn all about horses this summer. Learn safety, handling, grooming, tacking and riding. Camp includes additional instruction in ground-training, humane education with small animals and reptiles, as well as feeding, housing and daily care of horses. Enrollment is limited to 21 children a week divided by age appropriate groups: 7-10, 11-13 and 14-17. The curriculum consists of a rotation through horseback riding, ground training and humane education. For more information, visit website or call 760- 722-4839 • . |
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CAMP JAYCEE Ages 4 - 16
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Camp Jaycee is an inclusion summer day camp and has been including those with autism since 1995. One to two week sessions, 1 to 1 aides if needed. Located in La Jolla. For more information visit their website or call 858-362-1123 • . |
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CAMP ONWARD Teens, young adults with Asperger's Syndrome |
A program for teens and young adults with Asperger's Syndrome. Camp includes outdoor activities, life skills and animal interactions while building friendships! Program for teens runs every other Saturday from 9am-1pm. Program for young adults runs every other Sunday from 9am-1pm.. Camp location is in Jamul at Red Hawk Ranch. Cost is $100 per meeting (four meetings in a session). Group package for 4 sessions is $360. Contact (619) 202-6029 • for more information. |
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C.A.S.E., INC. Ages 3 - 6 Teens, young adults
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Friends Camp - July 7 - Aug 7, 2014. This program offers children on the Autism Spectrum the experience of a day camp that has been modified to their needs. It provides a socially structured environment designed to explore and develop various aspects of social success in a safe and enjoyable setting. They will participate in activities like: day at the beach surfing, day at the park, trip to the science museum and indoor rock climbing. Jr. Friends Club- This club is for ages 3-6 and is designed to help your child develop social skills in a structured, safe and enjoyable environment with peers. Offered 1time per week during the summer. Visit their website or call 760-720-4964 • for details. Friends Clubs - these therapy groups run throughout the year and provide a structured, safe and enjoyable environment designed to explore and develop the many aspects of social success. Your child/teen will be participating in a smaill and intimate group of peers with similar needs, where they will be able to learn behavioral boundaries that will help them to be socially successful. |
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CHRISTIAN YOUTH THEATER CAMP Ages 5 - 10 Ages 10 - 14 Ages 13 - 18
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Christian Youth Theater (CYT) - offers a wide variety of affordable quality musical theater camps for ages 5 - 20. Campers rotate to a variety of theater classes including dance, drama & voice taught by qualified instructors. All campers perform in the musical theater showcase for family and friends at the end of the week. CYT openly welcomes all children with special needs, regardless of severity. Please let us know your child's needs by filling out a form and give us as much information as possible so that we can make your child's experience successful. Specific questions regarding assistance and accomodations can be directed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. For more information and descriptions, please visit their website or call 619-588-0206 • Day Camp: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 3:00pm (ages 5-10) is $195; Tween Camp (ages 10-14) is $195. Overnight Teen Camp: (ages 13 -18) is $380. This includes lodging and meals for the duration of the camp. Payment plan available upon request email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
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CIRCLESTRETCH All Ages
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For more information on 2014 programs, please call 619-840-0015. |
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CRIMSON SPEECH & LANGUAGE CENTER Ages 8+
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iCan Bike -June 2-6 at Sol City Sports Center at Alliant University. This camp teaches individuals with disabilities to ride a conventional two wheel bicycle and become lifelong independent riders. This achievement, in turn, creates a gateway of opportunity, helping them gain assurance and self-reliance in many other aspects of their lives. Participants attend one assigned session each day for 75 minutes for five days. For more information. Contact Jennie Wu at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Crimson Center 858.863.5915 • to leave a message for Karyn. Application and volunteer sign up applications are located at http://www.crimsoncenteroutreach.org/
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DEL MAR SPORTS CAMP Ages 8 - 18
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These fun camps include surfing, beach volleyball, ocean kayaking, golf, tennis, indoor volleyball, and other summer sports. Ratios are as low as 1:3 for specific camps such as surfing. For more details visit their website or call 858-504-0808 • , This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
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EASTER SEALS CAMP Ages 5 - adult
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Easter Seals Camp Oakes - a week-long residential camp serving children and adults with disabilities in the San Bernardino Mountains. It is held at Camp Oakes, an accredited American Camping Association site. -Sunday, August 3 through Saturday, August 9, 2014. -Camp elevation is 7,300 feet. -The fee is $750. The camp is co-ed and campers must have some communication skills. -The counselor to camper ratio is approximately 1:2. -Campers stay in dormitories or 3-sided cabins. -Restrooms and showers are available. -A registered nurse is on 24-hour duty. For more information please contact the This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it." href="mailto:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.">Camp Coordinator or call (in the evening) 951.264.4855 • . Learn more online. |
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INCLUDE AUTISM Ages 6+ |
Include Autism's Community Coaching (CC) Program provides after-school, school break, and Saturday community-based, social behavior development program for children and teens diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. By providing structured collaborative community access with supported behavioral and social interactions, they provide opportunities for first-hand autism education and inclusion experiences to our greater San Diego community. Call (858) 603-9835 • or visit our website. |
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INNERDANCER PERFORMING ARTS
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Attend Summer Camp North County San Diego 2014 You are invited to attend a unique and fully inclusive "drop-us-all-off" camp for special needs and typical children and teens plus parent/caregiver. |
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K.I D.S. THERAPY ASSOCIATES KIDS Ages 5 - 12
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Maranatha Christian School Sports Camp - Activities include: soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, karate, flag football, golf/frisbee, running, archery/fishing/orienteering, and more. Each child will receive an individualized plan, with modifications, supports and trained camp "Buddies" geared at making this experience fun and successful, regardless of disability severity. Held June 16-20, Camp cost is $75 per child. Visit their website or contact K.I.D.S.Therapy at 858-673-5437 • |
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KROC CENTER - RAY & JOAN KROC COMMUNITY CENTER All Ages
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The Kroc Center offers a variety of after-school programs, day camps, ice skating, a full gym, fitness classes, swimming, and scholarships for membership. Inclusion offered for children able to stay with a group, etc. For more information, visit their website or call 619-287-5762 • . |
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MILITARY RESOURCES Ages 5- adult
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MCCS Miramar Summer Program Information: June 16 - August 29, 2014 for Kindergarden-6th Graders. Call the Resource & Referral Office at [858]-577-6959 • or visit our website for more information. Youth Recreation Centers: These Centers offer a variety of activities and camps for children of all ages and abilities, (Admiral Hartman Recreation Center , Bayview Hills Community Center , Chesterton Community Center, Gateway Village Recreation Center , Murphy Canyon Kids Connection, Murphy Canyon Youth Center, Silver Strand Recreation Center, Village at Serra Mesa Recreation Center.) More more info. visit our website. |
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MISSION BAY WATER SPORTS CAMP Ages 6 -17
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Mission Bay Water Sports Camp includes activities such as wakeboarding, waterskiing, surfing, sailing and more. 1:1 trained aides are available. Learn more online or call 858-539-2003 • . |
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MUSIC AND THE MIRROR BALLETCENTER WEST
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Dance on the Spectrum (DOTS) improves gross motor skills. Enhances nonverbal expression. Uses teaching techniques learned through years of therapies and involvement with special education classes. Utilizes proactive and reactive strategies in behavior modification. Fun and exercise with music and movement.
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NOTAVE CARES
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Notava CARES, formally known as CARES, will be having a Little Builders Camp for kids ages 3-7. Two 1-week sessions are available. For more information, visit www.novatabh.com
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POSITIVE ACTION COMMUNITY THEATRE (PACT) All Ages
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Summer 2014 Workshops -Saturday, July 12 to August 30. Children's Improvisation Theatre: 1:30pm-2:30pm, $150 (summer only). Teen/Adult Improvisation Theatre: 2:30pm-4pm, $175. Teen/Adult Performing Arts: 4pm-5pm, $150. All workshops are on Saturdays for 8 weeks. Visit www.pacthouse.org, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 760-815-8512 • for details. |
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POVA THERAPEUTIC RIDING CENTER
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PoVa is located on the pristine grounds of Creek Road Ranch, which is conveniently situated in a picturesque valley at the very south-west end of Poway. Working with some very special horses and a dedicated group of volunteers, we are able to offer private and semi-private lessons to children and adults with disabilities. Our lessons are taught both in the riding arena as well as along the trails that meander throughout the property. Our sensory trail combines the sights and sounds of nature with many exciting interactive activities for our students. Should you have any questions regarding the application process and/or our program, please contact Ingrid at (858) 231-7889 • . Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
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PRACTICAL KARATE All Ages
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Offers ongoing classes for kids. Adaptive karate classes are taught in an inclusive setting at the times and locations listed on the class schedule. Practical Karate - Please This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Frank if you are interested in adding your child to the waitlist. |
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RE SPECTRUM COMMUNITY Ages 4 - 10
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Lil’ Athletes ABA-based Soccer – (ages 4-10)
9-10am every Saturday, June 28-Aug. 2, 2014 in La Mesa and Rancho Bernardo.
Description: Soccer clinics are non-competitive and designed to enrich each child’s sense of accomplishment, awareness of others, recreational skills, and ability to work with others toward a common goal. We combine applied behavior analysis (ABA) with basic soccer skills training. Free trial for families to try out our program on June 14
Please contact ReSpectrum at 619-741-4466 • or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. New clients must complete an intake first. For more information visit our website. |
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SAN DIEGO HUMANE SOCIETY
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Animal Adventure Camp - The Humane Society’s goal is to nurture a sense of compassion and respect for living beings through enriching activities, educational curriculum, and hands-on experiences that are rewarding for kids and animals alike! Held in Linda Vista & Oceanside throughout the summer. Please note that families may need to provide an aide (at least 18 years of age) for children with autism. Sessions are 9am-3pm. $220 per week. Extended care available for additional fee. For more information, contact the Education Department This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. email, call 619-279-5939 • or learn more online. *(requests that parents include if child has autism on application to camp counselors can better prepare their rooms and lesson)* |
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SMALLTALK SPEECH THERAPY Ages 5 - 10
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No camp programs this summer. For more information about our services, visit us online or call 619-647-6157 • . |
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SOCIAL COMMUNICATION SPECIALISTS SPEECH THERAPY CLINIC
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From ME TO WE - Social Learning Preschool Program, two sessions available; June 23-July 4 and July 7- July 18, 2014. The "From Me to We" preschool program helps children, ages 3 - 6 with average language skills, improve their ability to connect with peers during interactive play and group activities by teaching social thinking concepts using storybooks and music, fun activities, and group play. 90 minute sessions - AM or PM. Groups meet 3x per week for 2 weeks. Parent Wrap Up time occurs at the end of each session. Cost: $375 ($100 deposit.) Deadline to register is June 16, 2014. Be Social! Summer Social Thinking Groups, June 23 - July 25, 2014 Fee: $75 per hour Participants will meet in small groups for 90 minutes once a week to learn strategies, vocabulary and concepts related to social thinking and emotional regulation. Each lession is tailored to the specific needs of the group. Learn more online or call 858- 558-9552 • to find out about 2014 Summer Social Thinking Groups. |
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SPORTS FOR EXCEPTIONAL ATHLETES All Ages
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S4EA offers camp programs and sports activities for children with developmental and physical disabilities. S4EA Summer Sports Season includes bocce, bowling, cycling, golf, soccer, softball, swimming and tennis. For more information, visit Sports for Exceptional Athletes onlineor call 858-565-7432 • . |
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SURFERS HEALING FOUNDATION All Ages
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Summer surfing camps for individuals with autism. Our California camps for 2014 are not full yet – the sign-ups for those camps will open on April 20th. We are under construction on a new website, but our Facebook page is always up to date and we post details on the camps and sign up process/dates there as well www.facebook.com/surf2heal. Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Visit website or call 949-492-1398 • for more information. |
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TECH CAMP AT UCSD Ages 7-17 |
Day and residential camps - teach programming, robotics, create video games, digital movies and music. Those with autism are welcome but family may need to provide a non-family member aide at least 18 years of age. For more information, please visit website or call 888-709-8324 • . |
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THE AUTISM GROUP, INC. (TAG)
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Mad Scientists Camp, an RDI® inspired summer camp, will have participants engage in hands-on projects, outdoor group games, collaborative experiences, and sensory-motor challenges, with access to our fun OT gym! The camp staff will guide the participants through new, meaningful experiences and discoveries all while building on competence, self-regulation, and strengthening social awareness. Circle of Friends is TAG, Inc.’s first RDI® inspired summer program for preteens and teenagers! Teens will work on strengthening and building new peer relationships and developing social competence while on weekly outings to local establishments. Teenagers will be accompanied by TAG, Inc. employees to various outings to enjoy fun chitchat and quality time with their peers. Sample outings may include bowling, hiking, or museum trips. Parents will be given a schedule of our weekly outings and are responsible for dropping off and picking up their teen. To learn about their 2014 Summer Camp programs, contact Meghan O'Boyle at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 860-729-1269 • . |
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THE MUSIC THERAPY CENTER OF CALIFORNIA Ages 4 - 18
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August Camp Jam - Camp Jam (Joining Arts & Music) is a camp for youth with autism and provides social opportunities through fun and interactive music experiences. Call 619-299-1411 • for details on 2014 summer programs or visit their website. |
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THE INSTITUTE FOR EFFECTIVE EDUCATION (TIEE)
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TIEE's Mt. Helix Academy operates safe, inviting, and exciting camps for children as young as 4.5 years and our summer program and camps accommodate children up through 8th grade. To find out more about summer 2014 programs, visit their website or call 619-243-1325 • for details.
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TOTAL EDUCATION SOLUTIONS
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To learn more about 2014 summer programs, please check out their website or call 619-275-4525 • . |
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VISTA HILL/ STEIN EDUCATION CENTER
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Vista Hill Special Care Services - We offer facility based summer day care and respite services to individuals with I/DD, between the ages of 5 - 25 years. We are a service that is largely funded through the San Diego Regional Center (SDRC), however, parents can choose to pay for services out of pocket as well, if they do not have SDRC services. We provide activities that address social and interpersonal skill development (peer awareness, turn taking, sharing) and local community based instruction (street safety, et cetera). We staff at a 3:1, staff to student ratio. Our center is equipped to serve children with a wide range of abilities. |
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XCITESTEPS Ages 3 - 18
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Offering programs and summer camps that cater to kids and teens with developmental or cognitive challenges such as Asperger's Syndrome, high functioning autism, and PDD-NOS, etc. Camps offer fun sports, recreational activities and exciting community outings to help inspire and develop friendships. Camp Week is July 28th- August 1st Ages 3-6 years: 8:30 - 10:30 am Monday thru Friday at Mission Bay. Ages 7 - 12 years: 11 am - 2 pm Monday - Sports Day at Mission Bay, Tuesday - Boomers, Wednesday - Bowling, Thursday - Reuben H. Fllet Science Center, Friday - Brich Aquarium Ages 13 - 18 years: 8:30 - 10:30 am and/or 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. Our teen summer program invites teens to sign up for either group to be trained as a junior counselor and be coached on vocational and leadership skills. Ages 13 - 18 years: 11:00 am - 3 pm. Special Teen Only Event on June 28th! AQUATICA Water Park Chula Vista. Learn more online. |
