Special Needs Summer Programs and Camps

The Friendship Circle  |  JCC MetroWest  |  Round Lake Camp

The Friendship Circle

Allie's Camp
Ages: 5-12
Teen Division: 13-21

Fun-filled camp programs featuring a variety of activities, games and sports, as well as exciting field trips with dedicated volunteers to assist the children throughout the day. This program is for volunteers 8th grade and up.

End of Summer Camp   Date: August 22-26   Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.   Location: Alex Aidekman Family    Jewish Community Campus, Whippany

Winter Camp   Date: December 26-30   Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.   Location: Alex Aidekman Family    Jewish Community Campus, Whippany

For more information, contact Chavi at (973) 251-0206 or .
 

JCC MetroWest

Summer is just around the corner! We will once again be offering our longstanding special needs summer programs, Teen Tracks Travel, Club JCC Summer and 9th Week. Maximum Enrollment in all programs is eight children and an interview is required for admission to the programs. We also offer opportunities for children with mild special needs to attend Camp Deeny Riback through our Camp Friends Program. For registration information, contact Amy Sigona at (973) 530-3478.

Camp Friends
Children with mild special needs are able enjoy outdoor summer camp. Integrated within camp, a "shadow" counselor helps each child fully maximize his or her experience. There are still a few spaces left, but important to note, early registration is important as several age groups are already full to capacity for this program. Intake interview and assessment by Special Needs Director is required. Please call for more details including camp fees.

Club JCC Summer
This program is designed for children 5-10 years old with special needs that attend the extended school year program through their school districts and will take place Monday - Friday, 3 - 5 p.m. from June 23 - August 15. Activities will include swimming, playtime, arts & crafts, and snack.
Member Fee: $1,000
Non-Member Fee: $1,200

Teen Tracks Travel
This daily travel program is for teens and young adults with special needs, ages 13-21. Four week, three week, two week and one week options available July 21 - August 15. Our teens spend their days out in the community both locally and to many interesting locations in the N.J./N.Y. metropolitan area. Trips will include New York City museums and attractions, a Broadway Show, the Jersey Shore, Camden Aquarium, Trenton State Museum, Storm King Sculpture Park, and more.

Camp Deeny Riback
Camp Deeny Riback (CDR) combines the magic and excitement of summer camp on our beautiful 35 acre facility in Flanders. With nurturing staff and feature programming our camp seeks to provide memorable experiences while enhancing a camper's growth and development. Summer after summer, our campers walk away with lasting friendships, fond memories, and a great appreciation for our rich Jewish heritage. CDR's philosophy of "Something for Everybody" goes way beyond our facility and programming – rather it lies in the belief that everyone will find success in learning new skills, making new friends and having fun, all in a safe and quality camping environment.

For more information, contact Camp Deeny Riback at (973) 929-2901, (973) 929-2911, or .

Round Lake Camp

Round Lake Camp, a summer program for children with learning differences and social communication disorders, is a safe and caring place to make friends and develop a strong sense of community while continuing to learn and grow. We offer a traditional camping experience for campers aged 7-21, specializing in social skills training, occupational therapy, speech therapy, adaptive physical education, and mental health counseling at our Lake Como, Penn. campsite.

For more information, contact Round Lake Camp at (973) 575-3333, ext. 145, , or on the web at www.RoundLakeCamp.org.