True Friends is a non profit organizatioon providing services for children and adults with developmental, physical and learning disabilities. We are accredited by the American Camp Association.

Zirconia, NC

Talisman Programs offers a summer camp experience for children and adolescents with ADHD, autism (level 1), learning disabilities and Asperger's Syndrome.

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Buford, GA

We offer experiential, adventure-based, wilderness and therapeutic activities for children, individuals and families navigating Neurobiological Disorders, Aspergers Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Learning Disabilities and other special needs.

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Brackney, PA

YEAR-ROUND, full care, overnight camp for adults with developmental disabilities, including specialized 1:1 sessions for campers who require individualized care. Each year we serve over 350 campers who join us for one or two week sessions. Shepherds Camp is celebrating over 60 years of creating the best home away from home, a vacation full of life long friends and memories, and the unforgettable experience of camp.

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Opportunities for coed, multi-ability, multi-cultural, multi-aged to engage in fun and fulfilling camp activities. A culture of respect serves as the foundation of this state licensed, accredited, non-denominational Christian camp serving people with special needs since 1983.

True Friends provides direct care services for children and adults with developmental, physical, and multiple disabilities. Educational, recreational and other support services offered at four centers in Minnesota.

Easterseals- Cumberland Day Camp is a fun 8 week day camp for any individual with a disability or special need ages 7-21years old.

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Sabillasville, MD

Providing a traditional camp experience to children and adults with disabilities since 1937. Our 2:1 camper to counselor ratio focuses on what a camper can do!

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Johnsburg, NY

Camp Reece is a sleepaway camp designed for children and teens with special needs, offering a supportive, inclusive, and adventure-filled summer experience. Unlike larger camps, we keep our community intentionally small so every camper is truly known, supported, and celebrated for who they are. Our programs foster independence, confidence, and lasting friendships!

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Rindge, NH

Camp Starfish is a not-for-profit residential camp which serves children between the ages of 7 to 14 who have emotional, behavioral and learning challenges.

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Fun-Filled 5 Day Camp for individuals of all ages and abilities.
May 26- 30, 2025 in great central Florida location
Participate in "Get Away" Camp style recreational activities!
Great fellowship where you will make lifelong friends
Arts/Crafts Bingo, Archery, Zipline, A Dance, Talent Show, Field Games and so much more providing Fun for All!

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Charlottesville, VA

Camp Holiday Trails is for children and teens with medical needs in Charlottesville, VA.

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Adirondack Expressions Art Camp is a joint project of the Transitions program and the Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts. The camp is for young adults aged 15-27 who have learning differences and want to learn about art. Students can choose to stay overnight at the camp or attend just for the day. The activities, projects and social events here will promote each camper's unique talents, creativity and self-esteem!

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Mission Creek Camp is a place that provides individuals of all abilities with the opportunity to have an inclusive and unforgettable residential summer camp experience! Due to the physical terrain, we are currently unable to accommodate campers with wheelchairs at this time. However, this is a top priority in terms of our ongoing projects and fundraising efforts.

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Arden, ON

Welcome to Camp Kennebec. We're a wonderful summer camp for campers with special needs, learning disabilities, and developmental delays including autism, Asperger's, ADHD, Down Syndrome, OCD, brain injury, anxiety, social skill, and other challenges. Each summer, Kennebecers have a great time and accomplish more than they expect. At Camp Kennebec, we help our campers create the fabulous summer camp memories they deserve.

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Park Rapids, MN

Camp of Champs will help prepare youth for life through a variety of character-building and team focused activities.

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Rosebud, TX

Beloved and Beyond summer camp is a place to BE loved, to BE love to others and to know you are BELOVED. One camper to one counselor.

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Special needs childrens camp in beautiful Southampton Long Island offering the summer of a lifetime!

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The Georgia Special Touch Ministry Get Away is a 5-Day residential camp for individuals with intellectual and/or physical disabilities. All ages (10-adult) and all abilities are welcome! August 18-22, 2025 Housing and amazing recreational events are planned appropriately.

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Transitions programs teach young adults with autism, ADHD, nonverbal learning disabilities and other learning differences skills such as executive functioning, leadership, self-advocacy, wellness, social relationship building and independent living. Students also experience socially rich recreational opportunities, memorable Adirondack outings, college tours and entertainment opportunities in a safe, supportive environment.

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Developmental Disabilities on VerySpecialCamps.com

Developmental Disabilities Directory Overview

Developmental Disabilities camp statistics within this directory. Percentages reflect share of all directory listings.
Statistic Developmental Disabilities % of Dir.
Total Listings30662.8%
Day Camps19670.8%
Resident Camps15456.2%
Respite Camps9283.6%
Travel Camps3965.0%
Coed30463.1%
All-Girls545.5%
All-Boys555.6%

Format counts may overlap.

States with the most Developmental Disabilities listings in this directory, filtered by minimum listing count and quality score.
State Listings % of Category % of State
Florida258.2%73.5%
Pennsylvania227.2%73.3%
New York206.5%58.8%
Texas154.9%71.4%
Maryland123.9%75.0%
Ontario92.9%81.8%

Camp Type: Developmental Disabilities Camps