ACTIVITIES FOR RETARDED CHILDREN

Provides Saturday Camp program activities to children with mental and physical disabilities.

Conditions: Disabilities, Mental Disabilities

6456 Whitsett Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91606
818-762-4365



AHEAD WITH HORSES

Developmental therapy through the use of horses and the environment. Ages 10 & under.

Conditions: Special Needs

9311 Del Arroyo Dr.
Sun Valley, CA 91352
818-767-6373

Contact: Jennifer



AMERICAN CAMPING ASSOCIATION

The ACA accredits camps and provides a free directory of accredited camps in Southern California and Hawaii. The directory lists camps for kids with special needs, as well as local camps providing scholarships through the LA Times Summer Fund.

Conditions: Disabilities

22231 Mulholland Hwy. #212
Calabasas, CA 91302
818-223-9232
Contact: Marge Driscoll

National Office:
5000 State Road
67 N. Martinsville, IN 46151-79202
765-342-8456
fax: 765-342-2065

Web: www.acacamps.org
Email: info@acasocal.org



AYSO SOCCER CAMPS – VIP PROGRAM

With more than 40 years of experience, AYSO brings our "kids first" philosophies to soccer camps, creating a camp experience unlike any other. We can accommodate and welcome kids with all special needs. Our coaching staff is trained to work with special needs kids through our VIP training.

Conditions: Various disabilities

Debbie Goodman
AYSO Soccer Camp Coordinator
12501 S. Isis Avenue
Hawthorne, CA 90250

800-872-2976

Web: http://www.AYSOsoccercamps.org


B.C.R. A PLACE TO GROW

Facility-based day and extended day program for children and adults with developmental disabilities from Burbank and neighboring L.A. County communities. 6 years and up. Regional Center vendor.

Conditions: Developmental disabilities

230 East Amherst
Burbank, CA 91504
818-483-4907
fax: 818-843-6829

Contact: Rachel Galpin



CAMP DEL CORAZON

A non-organization that runs two 5-day camp sessions over Labor Day week, one for children ages 7-13 and one for youths ages 13-17 with heart diseases and transplants. Free of charge.

Conditions: Heart diseases

11615 Hesby St.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
818-754-0312
888-621-4800
fax: 818-754-0842

Web: www.campdelcorazon.org
Email: info@campdelcorazon.org



CAMP DISCOVERY

Camp Discovery, a camp of The Help Group, is a place where children who have mild to moderate special needs can experience a fun filled day camp that features all of the same activities as a typical camp. Children are able to access the camp in a safe and successful manner because of the high counselor to camper ratio of 1:3. All of our counselors have special training. We have speech, occupational and music therapists consulting with our counselors to develop goals and interventions that will enable campers to enjoy daily routines and activities in a language-rich environment. Camp Discovery is designed for children who are able to follow basic directions in a group setting. The program is ideal for a child who is fully or partially included in his or her classroom during the school year, attends a collaborative pre-school or kindergarten program or a special day class without an aide.

Conditions: Mild to Moderate Special Needs

The Help Group
13130 Burbank Blvd
Sherman Oaks, CA 91401

Web: www.thehelpgroup.org
Email: campdiscovery@thehelpgroup.org




CAMP DUBNOFF

Summer and holiday day camp for children with developmental disabilities, through the Dubnoff Center for Child Development and Educational Therapy.

Conditions: Autism, Developmental Disabilities

10526 Dubnoff Way
North Hollywood, CA 91606
818-755-4950
fax: 818-752-0783

Web: www.dubnoffcenter.org
Email: sandrab@dubnoffcenter.org



CAMP FUNTASIA- L.A. CITY PARKS AND RECREATION

Offers traditional day camp program for summer and school vacations. Serves ages 6-11. Will work with special needs kids, can accept children with aides.

Conditions: Disabilities

10500 Mason Ave.
Chatsworth, CA 91311
818-998-6377



CAMP MT. CRAGS

Summer camp in Malibu Canyon for children ages 7-16, which also accepts children with diabetes. Medical staff available 24 hours. A Christian camp, affiliated with the Salvation Army.

Conditions: Diabetes

26801 Dorothy Drive
Calabasas, CA 91302
818-222-6327
fax: 818-222-6396

Web: www.campmtcrags.com
Email: dmowery@pacbell.net




CAMP SUNSHINE

Camp Sunshine is a unique day camp designed especially for children ages 3-22 who have Autism and other developmental disabilities. Our multidisciplinary team of professionals ensures a creative and fun summer program designed to maximize a child’s potential and develop his/her strengths and abilities. Camp Sunshine campers are grouped by ability and age with a 1:3 counselor to camper ratio.
Our camp provides fun enriching activities in a safe nurturing environment while building campers confidence, self-esteem, practical life skills and growth towards independence. The camp program facilitates physical and social growth through a wide variety of exciting activities which includes sports, music, games, art, drama, special events, and much more!

Conditions: Moderate to Severe Special Needs

The Help Group
13130 Burbank Blvd
Sherman Oaks, CA 91401

Web: www.thehelpgroup.org
Email: campsunshine@thehelpgroup.org



CHAMP CAMP - Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation

Provides camp, recreation and sports activities to burn victims, ages 5-20.

Conditions: Burns

3600 Oceanview Blvd. #1
Glendale, CA 91208
818-249-2230
800-242-BURN
fax: 818-249-2488

Southern California Office:
3100 W. Burbank Blvd. Suite 204
Burbank, CA 91505
818-848-0223
fax: 919-848-0296

Web: www.aarbf.org
Email: corozco@aarbf.org



CHILD EDUCATIONAL CENTER (CEC)

Serves young children of families at JPL, Cal Tech and surrounding community. Full-day, 10-week summer camp, grades K-6.

Conditions: ADD, Autism, Dyslexia

140 Foothill Blvd.
La Canada, CA 91011
818-354-3418
fax: 818-393-4243

Web: www.ceconline.org
Email: cec@ceconline.org



DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF LOS ANGELES

Provides various services, information and referrals. including camp info, for children with Down Syndrome.

Conditions: Down Syndrome, Developmental Disabilities

315 Arden Ave. Suite 25
Glendale, CA 91203
818-242-7871
fax: 818-242-7819

Web: www.dsala.org
Email: dsala@nwc.net



EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Provides camp experiences, as well as after-school and recreational programs, for children with special needs. Check the website for specific information for each local chapter.

Conditions: Disabilities

710 W. Broadway
Glendale, CA 91204
818-551-0128

Web: www.southerncal.easterseals.com



FRIENDS AT PLAY

Program for children ages 3-18 with developmental delays. Typically developing children volunteer as role models and friends. 50-minute sessions. Also offers music program.
Vendored service provider.

Conditions: Autism, Developmental Disabilities

First United Methodist Church
700 N. Glenoaks Blvd.
Burbank, CA 91502
818-845-2846
Contact: Teresa Mackey

email: tmackeyslp@charther.net




FROSTIG SCHOOL SUMMER ARTS PROGRAM:
INSPIRING YOUR CHILD’S CREATIVITY

The Frostig School is offering two summer art programs for students, ranging in age from 11 to 18 years old. Due to the popularity of jewelry making, students will work with beads, found objects and clay to create, package and market their unique collections. The second part of the class will focus on the art of silk-screening and will cover photo emulsion and screening processes as well as design elements. This class will begin on July 5 and meet twice a week (Tuesday/Thursday) for four weeks.

In the ceramics class, which starts July 6 and meets for four weeks (Monday/Wednesday), students will receive instruction in making ceramics and have access to indoor/outdoor facilities, pottery wheels and tools throughout the course. All artwork will be fired by instructors.

The class size is limited to 12 students with a low student-teacher ratio (6:1).
Dates: 07/05/2011 to 08/01/2011
Cost: $295 per class (cost for all material is included)

Conditions: Learning Disabilities

971 N. Altadena Drive
Pasadena, CA 91107
626) 791-1225
Contact: Gerrie Raven

Web: www.frostig.org/
Email: gerrie@Frostig.org




HILLSIDE LEARNING CENTER /HILLSIDE HOUSE

Offers summer school classes for grades 9-12 on a variety of subjects. Hillside is an accredited institution offering services to students who struggle in most academic environments. School services for grades 7-12 and educational therapy for K-12.

Conditions: Learning disabilities

4331 Oak Grove Dr.
La Canada, CA 91011
818-952-1122 (School)
818-790-3044 (Learning Ctr.)

Web: www.hillsideforsuccess.org
Email: Johnson@hillsidelc.org



JAY NOLAN COMMUNITY SERVICES FAMILY SUPPORT

Among many support services, offers an inclusive camp program for children ages 8-16.

Conditions: Special Needs

15501 San Fernando Mission Blvd. #200
Mission Hills, CA 91345
818-361-6400 x119 (camp)
818-361-6400 (office)

Web: www.jaynolan.org
Email: cindy@jaynolan.org



JOEY TRAVOLTA'S ENTERTAINMENT EXPERIENCE

A group of training professionals who teach children with special needs acting, improv-comedy, digital filmmaking, and animation. Typical peers and siblings are welcome to create an inclusive environment. Movie Making Summer Camp offered. Ages 6-18.

Conditions: Special needs

23161 Ventura Blvd. Suite 102
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
818-591-3345
fax: 818-591-3349

Web: www.joeytee.com Or InclusionFilms@aol.com
Email: info@joeytee.com



KIDS LIKE US SUMMER DAY CAMP

Kids Like Us Summer Day Camp provides a fun and structured environment in which students set and practice personal social goals under the direction of certificated teachers. It is designed for 10-17 year olds who have a diagnosis or demonstrate characteristics of High Functioning Autism/Asperger’s Syndrome. In addition to a typical day camp program, campers will participate in social skills activities designed to increase social competence. All activities include supported instruction to improve social interactions.

Conditions: High Functioning Autism / Asperger’s

Contact:
Janie Nilsson
Inclusion Fusion Learning Center
Lakewood, CA. 90713
562-396-4352

Web: www.inclusionfusionlearning.com
Email: JNilsson@inclusionfusionlearning.com



THE LEARNING LADDER

Offers summer prep courses for the PSAT and SAT, test-taking strategies, writing workshops.

Conditions: Learning Differences

707 Foothill Blvd. Suite 5202
La Canada, CA 91011
818-790-HELP (4357)

Web: www.learningladder.biz



NATIONAL KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Among many other services, foundation runs a summer camp program for youth in four one-week sessions. A family camp is also available.

Conditions: Kidney

17100 Ventura Blvd. Suite 222
Encino, CA 91316
818-783-8153
800-747-5527

Web: www.kidneysocal.org/camp.html
Email: ejimenez@kidneysocal.org




RECREATION FUN FOR ALL

Offering a one of a kind camp experience! We believe that all children have an inherent right to be supported in making choices that allow them to discover the benefits to their play and recreation choices. We are offering morning and afternoon sessions. Program activities are designed around participants’ interests and includes, but is not limited to: swimming, group games, board games, arts & crafts, sports games, dramatic play, and includes trips to the beach and local parks in the community. Our staff assists your child in learning and maintaining the development of fundamental skills of good sportsmanship, teamwork, cooperation, respect, honesty and much more through fun filled activities that allow your child to practice these very skills. Nos hablamos espanol. We don’t turn anyone away!

Conditions: Autism / Developmental Disorders, ADD, ADHD, Learning Disorders, Behavior Issues


Mailing address:
4399 Amberwick Lane
Moorpark, CA. 90321
805- 915-9005
Contact: Delfina Newton MS, CTRS, RTC

Web: http://www.recreationfunforall.com
Email: recreationfunforall@yahoo.com




SPECIAL OLYMPICS/SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Provides information on Special Olympics sports programs throughout Southern California. Ages 8+.

Conditions: Mental, Developmental Disabilities

5875 Green Valley Circle, Suite 200
Culver City, CA 90230
800-832-6276

Web: www.sosc.org




TEENS ON THE GO

Teens on the Go is a unique social skills camp designed especially for teens, ages 13 to 18, with Asperger’s Disorder, High Functioning Autism, and related challenges. Our exciting camp program features daily trips, tours, activities and events throughout the greater Los Angeles area guaranteed to offer fun, skill building, and foster new friendships. Professional and highly trained staff ensure that social skills development is integrated into every aspect of this exciting camp program. Each day will begin and end with a short group activity designed to facilitate peer communications and interactions.Daily transportation via mini-vans will also foster social connections as campers travel in small groups and share common adventures throughout the week.

Conditions: Aspergers Disorder, High Functioning Autism and related challenges

The Help Group
13130 Burbank Blvd
Sherman Oaks, CA 91401

Web: www.thehelpgroup.org
Email: teensonthego@thehelpgroup.org





VILLAGE GLEN CAMP

Village Glen Camp is a highly specialized social skills camp designed to facilitate peer interaction, create fun social learning opportunities and foster meaningful friendships for children, ages 3 -13, with Asperger’s Disorder and High Functioning Autism. Village Glen Camp focuses on helping campers develop core strengths in the areas of: conversation, theory of mind, team building, non verbal communication, anger management, frustration tolerance, organization, emotional development and creativity. These skills are integrated into fun summer activities which include drama, music, games, arts and crafts, sports, contests, special events, outings, and much more.

Conditions: Aspergers Disorder, High Functioning Autism and related challenges

The Help Group
13130 Burbank Blvd
Sherman Oaks, CA 91401

Web: www.thehelpgroup.org
Email: villageglen@thehelpgroup.org