Camp Kirk is a place where kids and youth are accepted and loved for who they are, as they are. Our programs are designed specifically for kids and youth with autism, attention deficit disorder, learning disabilities, and other types of exceptionalities. Through non-competitive programs, high staff-to-camper ratios, and a nurturing environment, we put the spotlight on each child’s strengths to build their confidence and self-esteem.
We use the Frequency, Intensity, Duration Model. Our campers make phenomenal gains in motor skills, language, social skills, academics and sensory processing. We require the presence of at least one parent for each camper, the camp becomes a parent training, networking and support system. Parents are trained in therapy techniques that can be used at home to continue advancement of their child.
GET MOVING GET SOCIAL is a therapeutic summer camp that is guaranteed to be an enjoyable experience for your children. They will have daily workouts and develop their sports skills by learning the techniques of several sports as they develop their social skills. Each day will incorporate social activities and physical activities. We will also have some time for an arts and craft project and some yoga.
Bridge the Gap Summer Camp offers a wide range of academic and recreational programs for students entering grades K-12 with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related learning differences.
Experiential outdoor adventure sleep away camps for kids and adults with mental and physical disabilities.
SMILE Summer Camp was developed for children with disabilities out of a need to provide them with a fun, interactive way to further develop their social skills and to help these kids have a better summer - and a better life.
Tech Kids Unlimited is a nonprofit organization that teaches computer science thinking and technology to students ages 7-21 who learn differently. In addition to summer camps, TKU offers after school workshops and Sunday programs during the academic year. Topics include coding game, podcasting, photo editing, stop motion animation, and more!
Cradle Beach unites individuals and families, with a focus on empowering children with special needs and the underserved to become their best selves. We create opportunities for life-changing experiences in a safe and inclusive environment.
The Easter Seals Youth Leadership Network (YLN) empowers youth between the ages of 14-26 to use self-advocacy in planning their adult lives.
This is a traditional, residential summer camp for children and adults with all types of disabilities or special needs. June through August. There are 6 day and 12 day sessions for children 6 - 21, and 6 day sessions for adults 21+. There are two weeks each summer just for children with Autism ( 6 - 21) where each child has his/her own counselor. Generally there are 3 camp participants per one counselor, but one to one counseling is available.
Camp Paradigm offers two to three weeks of Summer camp every year.
Camp Friendship is 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.
Leaping Beyond's mission is to provide access to adaptive sports opportunities and honor children with special needs. Leaping Beyond offers week long adaptive sports camps in the Summer as well as swimming classes in the Fall and Spring at various locations throughout Central Arkansas. All programs are led by pediatric physical therapists.
Our ongoing weekly Social Detective small groups are based on our evidence based curriculums and our award winning book, "Diary of a Social Detective". Over a period of several weeks we explore topics such as reading verbal and non-verbal communication, perspective taking, self awareness, self-regulation and other essential skills for success, happiness and well being.
Hand In Hand Farm offers family camps for families from all walks of life. We have a lot of experience with special-needs families, we have been providing parenting education, family skills training, and vocational training for many years. Often a place of last resort, we get results if parents are willing to put in the time and effort to change the family dynamics and help their kids develop.
Adam's Camp offers intensive multi-disciplinary therapy for children and young adults with physical and cognitive disabilities. We also offer an overnight Adventure Camp for ages 9+ for campers who are working on independence, socialization, and want to experience a typical camp setting.
Brehm Summer Program is a holistic, four-week, co-ed boarding program for students ages 11-18, designed to advance students’ academic, social, and emotional skills, by helping them acquire a better understanding of themselves, their peers, and the world around them.
Meaningful Relationships - Executive Function Skills - Emotional Regulation - Social Skills - Self Esteem - Well Being
Outdoor recreation camps for children and adults with disabilities.
Come have fun with Friendship Formulas Social Skills Camp! Our formulas for success are play, communication, cooperation, emotional regulation, and task initiation! We are an inclusive camp focused on social and emotional development for success in school, at home, and in the community! All abilities are welcome! Please contact info@friendship formulas for details.