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FSN SUMMER CAMP DIRECTORY

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We Rock The Spectrum Triad Summer Camp (Updated for 2025)

309 Pineview Drive Kernersville, NC 27284

336-310-4758
info@werockthespectrumtriad.com
http://werockthespectrumtriad.com

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 3+
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Our Camp is for kids of all abilities and usually runs from late June/early July to mid-August. Typical activities include open play, crafts, and theme-based activities (which vary by week).

*Campers do not have to be independent with toileting and hygiene skills to be eligible for Building Abilities Summer Camp. 

 

 

 

Cost:

$250 for 2024, will be similar pricing for 2025 (yet to be determined)

Dates:

Each week of our Camp is themed but those for 2024 are not yet determined.

We Rock the Spectrum – Wake County Camp

2104 Village Market Place
Morrisville, NC 27560

984-201-0117
info@werockthespectrumcary.com
https://werockthespectrumcary.com/camp/

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: 3-10
Supported Disibilities: Autism, Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Our camp program goes all year round. So when school is out, we are IN! All Tracks for kids who are in Year Round schools, summer, teacher work days Holiday breaks and eve many school holidays. Monday-Friday from 9am-1pm. We take kids ages 3-10. Kids do not have to be potty trained to attend. We have open play, themed craft and sensory activity.

Cost:

• Day Rate: (9am-1pm) for $70
• Weekly Rates (5 Days) from $275, please call for more info
• Aftercare for $25 for 1 hour, or $40 for 2 Hours (max)

Dates:

Reach out to info@werockthespectrumcary.com for dates.

Victory Junction

4500 Adam's Way Randleman, NC 27317

336-495-2074
info@victoryjunction.org
https://victoryjunction.org/

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: Ages 6-16
Supported Disibilities: Burns, Cancer, Chronic Illness, Physical Disabilities, Sickle Cell Anemia, bleeding disorders, cerebral palsy, craniofacial anomalies, gastrointestinal disorders, heart disease, kidney disorders, lung disease, neurological disorders, rheumatologic disorders, skin disorders

Free from the confines of disease, illness or disability, children discover that they can just be kids! How does this happen? Victory Junction is a medically safe, yet exhilarating camp, that challenges children who have a serious medical condition to try things they never imagined possible. As they conquer activities like zip lining and archery or experience bowling, fishing or swimming, children build confidence that will shape how they view the rest of their lives. The magic happens on our lush 84 acres in the rolling hills of Randleman, North Carolina near Greensboro. Once children pass through our gates, the boundaries and limitations they live with on a daily basis disappear and they simply concentrate on having fun! That’s when they shine! Our Summer Camps run from June-August.

Cost:

Free

Dates:

Session 1 – Bleeding/GI: June 9-13, 2024
Session 2 – Cerebral Palsy: June 16-20, 2024
Session 3 – Sickle Cell/Oncology: June 23-27, 2024
Session 4 – Neuro/Genetics: June 30 – July 3, 2024
Session 5 – Physical Disabilities/Craniofacial: July 7-11, 2024
Session 6 – Heart/Lung/Kidney: July 14-18, 2024
Session 7 – Spina Bifida/Neuromuscular/Skeletal Dysplasia: July 21-25, 2024
Session 8 – Rheumatology/Immunology/General Session: July 28-August 1, 2024
Session 9 – American Diabetes Association Partnership Week: August 4-8*, 2024
*See website for more information.

The Organized Mind Summer Camp

1867 Lake Pine Drive
Cary, NC 27511

(919) 215-1146
team@tomtrackout.com
https://www.tomtrackout.com/programs/summercamp/

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 9-14
Supported Disibilities: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism, Learning Disabilities/Cognitive Delays

The Organized Mind summer camp combines the skills students need, with the fun break they deserve.

Cost:

$275/week; $50 deposit required at registration

Dates:

Monday-Friday, June 17-August 23, 2024; see website for weekly themes

The Hill School of Wilmington Summer Program (Updated for 2025)

3333 Jaeckle Dr., Suite 140
Wilmington, NC 28403

910-685-3734
info@hillschoolofwilmington.org
https://www.hillschoolofwilmington.org/summer

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: students who have completed kindergarten through rising 9th grade
Supported Disibilities: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Learning Disabilities/Cognitive Delays

The five-week Summer Program, designed for students who have completed kindergarten through rising 9th grade, offers daily individualized instruction in the areas of reading, written language, and math in a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. The program provides an opportunity for students to improve their skills as well as to help prevent the regression in academic performance that often occurs without daily practice. A diagnosed learning disability is not required for summer program admission. Program hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 AM Monday-Friday.

 

*Campers must be independent with toileting and hygiene skills to be eligible for SOAR

Cost:

$2,700

Dates:

June 16 - July 18, 2025

Talisman Summer Camps

64 Gap Creek Road, Zirconia, NC 28790

(828) 697 6313

https://talismancamps.com/

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: Ages 6-21
Supported Disibilities: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism, Developmental Disabilities/Delays, Learning Disabilities/Cognitive Delays

We provide specialized camp experiences for young people ages 6 to 22 with autism spectrum disorders, ADHD and/or other learning differences. Since 1980, our ACA-accredited ADHD, autism and Aspergers summer camp programs have been delivering unique alternatives to ordinary summer camps. Our progressive adventure programs help our campers build success while increasing social skills, a sense of personal responsibility, confidence, and a more positive self-image.

Cost:

Check website. Prices range from $2400-$4500 depending on the weeks.

Dates:

Weekly, June, July and August, 2024

Sunshine Retreats (Updated for 2025)

222 Fern Way
Black Mountain, NC 28711

828-669-8977
ginny@camplakeygap.org
https://www.christmount.org/sunshine-retreats

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: 18+
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Located at Christmount in Black Mountain, NC, Sunshine Retreats offers adults with disabilities the opportunity to build connections with peers and others in a caring community. With the support of our trained staff, attendees will enjoy various activities designed to accentuate strengths and build upon emerging skills and interests. Like all people, our campers have a wide range of skills and abilities. We will do our very best to support each person at their level of need. There are, however, a few limitations to the support we can provide. We provide staffing at a 1:4 ratio, which means we cannot accommodate severe behavioral challenges (e.g., aggression, running away, property destruction) or intense medical needs. We can monitor campers taking medication but are unable to provide individual nursing services. Additionally, Campers should be independent in areas of self-care and hygiene or able to complete these tasks without “hands-on” assistance.

*Campers must be independent with toileting and hygiene skills to be eligible for Sunshine Retreats. 

Cost:

$1,100

Dates:

Session 1: May 19-23
Session 2: May 26-30

SOAR ADHD Summer Camp (Updated for 2025)

226 Soar Ln, PO Box 388, Balsam, NC 28707

828-456-3435
admissions@soarnc.org
https://soarnc.org/adhd-camp/

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: 7-25
Supported Disibilities: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Learning Disabilities/Cognitive Delays

SOAR summer camps (June-August) are specifically designed for youth and young adults with ADHD and learning differences. We offer a supportive environment where campers are encouraged to be themselves, be challenged, and be celebrated for their strengths! Our camps are co-ed for 7-25 year olds and focus on many different outdoor adventures like backpacking, rock climbing, horseback riding, and canoeing. Locations include North Carolina and Wyoming base camps, and satellite programs in the Costa Rica and Peru!

*Campers must be independent with toileting and hygiene skills to be eligible for SOAR*

Cost:

Between $1600 - $6000 depending upon the camp.

Dates:

See https://soarnc.org/adhd-camp/our-programs/ for all 2025 camp dates and rates.

Shine! Theatre Camp

Winston Salem Theatre Alliance
650 W 6th St.
Winston-Salem, NC

336-723-7777
Jayempierce@gmail.com

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 6-18
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Theatre Camp in Winston-Salem for children ages 6-18 with special needs.
You can register here: https://forms.gle/PgJk93mHH2suDHiG7

Cost:

Please reach out to the camp for this information

Dates:

July 27-July 14, 2024

S.E.E. Camp H2O

YMCA Camp Hanes, King, North Carolina

980-230-9454
aromero@ifbsolutions.org
https://ifbsolutions.org/programs-services/see-summer-camps/see-camp-h2o/

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: Rising 7th-10th graders
Supported Disibilities: blind, visual impairments

S.E.E. Camp H2O is an overnight camp for kids who are blind or visually impaired, and who are looking for a traditional camp experience. Camp Hanes offers a wealth of activities—from climbing and kayaking to archery and ropes courses—and we’ll do our best to keep things challenging, accessible, and fun. This will be a blended camp: S.E.E. Campers will have their own cabins, counselors, and schedule, but will also join in some activities with campers with typical vision.

Cost:

FREE. S.E.E. Camp H2O is supported by IFB Solutions and is FREE of charge for all students. Space is limited to 24 campers for the 2023 camp.

Dates:

June 18-June 23, 2023

Milestones Summer Camp

4401 Cherry Street, Suite 50
Winston-Salem, NC 27105

336-659-0806
info@milestonestlc.com
https://milestonestlc.com/#summer-camp

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 3-12
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays, speech delay, speech impediment

Held in Milestone’s Learning Center classrooms, sensory gym, fenced outdoor play yard, and individual therapy rooms.
Children receive instruction and support in speech and language, fine and gross motor, cognitive and social skills, and adaptive and play skills.
Activities include visual and performing arts, music, gardening, and other fun, engaging activities.
Activities through Summer Bridge activity workbooks keep kids’ academic skills growing.
Weekly horseback riding lessons at Riverwood Therapeutic Horseback Riding Center.
For special needs and typically developing children ages 3 to 12.
May – August (according to the local public school schedule).
Call 336-659-0806 to add your family’s name to our list. You will be notified when registration opens. First-come, first-served.

Cost: Dates:

Check Website!

Kamp Koinonia

Mt. Olivet UMC
1082 Community Road, Lexington, NC 27295

336-413-7495
genesis.kardia@gmail.com
http://mtolivetumc.net

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: 13-50
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Kamp is designed for those 13 years old and up who have intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities and autism. Kamp will be held August 5th – 9th, 9:00 – 3:00. Kampers will be paired up with a buddy that will participate with them in arts and crafts, music and movement, cooking and team building activities throughout the day. Each of these activities will help kampers grow spiritually and share Jesus’ love with others.

Cost:

$150.00, scholarships and sliding scale is available if needed.
Register by May 1st (first-come, first serve basis)

Dates:

2024 Treasures of the Nile, August 5th - 9th

Kamp Kaleidoscope

First ARP Church
317 S. Chester St, Gastonia, NC

704-861-1036
thearckampk@gmail.com
https://gastoncountyarc.org/kamp-kaleidoscope/

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 7+
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Exclusive to The Arc of Gaston County, Kamp Kaleidoscope is a safe and structured daily summer program for people age 7 and up with developmental disabilities.  Fun, weekly themes are incorporated for campers to participate in individual and group activities, social and recreational community outings, and educational projects. 

Kamp Kaleidoscope maintains a maximum 4:1 camper to staff ratio to ensure the safety of everyone involved during the 6 week summer camp session.

Cost:

$575/full time
$289/part time

Dates:

Kamp K is a day camp (9:00 am-3:00pm, Monday-Friday) that runs for a full 6 week session, June 12-July 27,2023. Campers should plan to attend the entire 6 weeks.

IndoJax Surf School (Updated for 2025)

229 White Dr, Wilmington, NC 28409

910-233-7999
indojaxsurf@gmail.com
https://indojaxsurfschool.com/

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 4-17
Supported Disibilities:

Indo Jax® is truly a one-of-a-kind surf school for kids ages 4-17 years old! These half-day camps run from 8 am-12 pm, Monday through Friday, starting the week of June 9th, 2025. We provide world-class surf instruction and professional surf photos of each child; in addition, sunscreen, water, and snacks are included. We are different from the others for many reasons. First of all, our qualifications set us apart from any surf school you’ll find anywhere. Our instructors are certified teachers with extensive surfing backgrounds. Our ocean experience, safety training, and teaching background are unparalleled. With our qualifications, we can provide a “learn to surf” experience that others can’t. In addition, our prices are quite a bit lower than the industry standard. We could charge much more, but we don’t, because we love to teach people to surf! Our most unique feature, however, is we give back! We have an impressive outreach learn-to-surf program. We donate our time and money to local charities, we sponsor local charity events, as well as offer free surf camps to various groups ranging from children infected with HIV, to children with autism. The motto at the school is simple, “We are nothing if we don’t give back!”

 

*Campers have to be independent with toileting and hygiene skills to be eligible for IndoJax Surf School.

 

Cost:

Cost varies by program, check the website!
$575-675 depending on age/instructor ratio

Dates:

June 9-August 25

iCan Swim Camp-Wilmington

20 N 4th Street Suite 450 Wilmington, NC 28401 (office address)

910-742-5204
icanswimwilmington@gmail.com
https://coastalbuds.org/

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 3+
Supported Disibilities: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism, Developmental Disabilities/Delays, Down syndrome, Learning Disabilities/Cognitive Delays, Vision Impairments, blind, cerebral palsy, speech delay, speech impediment, stutter, visual impairments

Teaching people with disabilities to swim is not only a good idea, it’s essential. Adapted swim camp for swimmers 3 and older with a diagnosed disability. August 5-9 at the YWCA.

Cost:

$50-125, scholarships available

Dates:

August 5-9, 2024

iCan Bike Camp

20 N 4th Street Suite 450 Wilmington, NC 28401 (office address)

910-742-5204
coastalbuds2016@gmail.com
https://coastalbuds.org/

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 8+
Supported Disibilities: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Developmental Disabilities/Delays, Down syndrome, Learning Disabilities/Cognitive Delays, Vision Impairments, blind, language delay, speech delay, speech impediment, stutter, visual impairments

Adapted learn-to-bike camp, July 2024.

Cost:

$75-150, scholarships available

Dates:

July 15-19, 2024

HUGS Camp (Helping Understand God Through Sharing)

Camp Address: Haw River State Park Brown Summit, NC

919-600-5308
Lisa.aycock@episdionc.org
https://www.episdionc.org/hugs-camp/

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: Ages 11+
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Helping Understand God through Sharing: HUGS is a unique camp for unique people, bringing together young people of diverse abilities. They overcome barriers of real and imagined differences and build bridges of understanding. HUGS is about acknowledging the good creation in each of us and more fully knowing and loving our God through it. The great differences among campers and staff help all of us learn to appreciate and celebrate our diversity as we recognize our common ground.

Cost:

$420/week

Dates:

July 10-15, 2023

Happy Day Camp

2303 Tramway Road, Sanford, NC 27332

919-775-2107 Ext. 4207
ccastle@leecountync.gov
https://leecountync.gov/departments/parks___recreation/happy_day_camp.php

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Children school age and older
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Happy Day Camp is designed to involve individuals with special needs in recreational activities. One-week sessions are held for different age groups. During camp participants have the opportunity to interact with their peers through activities such as arts and crafts, nature studies, boating, swimming and special field trips.

Cost:

Free to qualifying participants of Lee County.

Dates:

2024 dates tbd

EmpowHer Camp (Updated for 2025)

67 Firestone Dr., Rochester, NY 14624

803-741-6393
lilian@disabilityempowhernetwork.org
https://www.disabilityempowhernetwork.org/empowhercamp

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: Ages 13-18
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

EmpowHer Camp is a yearlong mentorship program for disabled girls and feminine-aligned youth ages 13-18. EmpowHer Camp begins with a wilderness camping trip July 27-August 1, 2025, and continues with a yearlong community projects that participants work on with the support of a mentor. At the end of the year, participants and mentors re-unite in Washington, D.C. for the Leadership Trip, July 12-17, 2026.

​*For the purpose of this program, the terminology “youth,” “young women,” and “girls” include cis or trans girls or other feminine-aligned people.

*Campers do not have to be independent with toileting and hygiene skills to be eligible for Building Abilities Summer Camp. 

Cost:

EmpowHer Camp is free, and we support participants with fundraising a certain amount. We also provide travel reimbusements. Applications open December 1!

Dates:

Wilderness Camping Trip: July 27-August 1, 2025 | D.C. Leadership Trip: July 12-17, 2026

DSAGC Spring Adult Weekend Retreat

YMCA Camp Thunderbird
1 Thunderbird Ln
Lake Wylie, SC 29710

704-536-2163
victoria.coles@dsa-gc.org
https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/programs/adults-with-ds/

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: 18-99
Supported Disibilities: Down syndrome

The Adult Weekend Retreat is a 3-day/2-night overnight camp experience for all adults with Down syndrome, ages 18 and above. The Retreats occur two times per year on location near Lake Wylie in South Carolina. The Retreats also offer a 3:1 participant-to-counselor ratio. The counselors support the vocational trainings and work closely with the adult participants to provide the best experience possible! We also welcome other adults with intellectual disabilities to join us if space allows. Adult participants will focus on increasing self-confidence and independence through individual, small group and large activities and vocational projects throughout the weekend. For example, participants will learn about and practice Soft Skills for Success, Job Interviews, Appropriate Communication, and other Vocational Readiness skills. The adults will also have the opportunity to participate in camp activities like Canoeing, Kayaking, Hiking, Fishing, Ziplining, Team Building, Rope Courses, Slip ‘N Slide, a Dance Party, and a Campfire with S’mores.

Cost:

$350 (Scholarships available), registration will open in March. Deadline for Fall registration is 9/1/24.

Dates:

May 17-19, 2024

DSAGC Fall Adult Weekend Retreat

YMCA Camp Thunderbird
1 Thunderbird Ln
Lake Wylie, SC 29710

704-536-2163
victoria.coles@dsa-gc.org
https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/programs/adults-with-ds/

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: 18-99
Supported Disibilities: Down syndrome

The Adult Weekend Retreat is a 3-day/2-night overnight camp experience for all adults with Down syndrome, ages 18 and above. The Retreats occur two times per year on location near Lake Wylie in South Carolina. The Retreats also offer a 3:1 participant-to-counselor ratio. The counselors support the vocational trainings and work closely with the adult participants to provide the best experience possible! We also welcome other adults with intellectual disabilities to join us if space allows. Adult participants will focus on increasing self-confidence and independence through individual, small group and large activities and vocational projects throughout the weekend. For example, participants will learn about and practice Soft Skills for Success, Job Interviews, Appropriate Communication, and other Vocational Readiness skills. The adults will also have the opportunity to participate in camp activities like Canoeing, Kayaking, Hiking, Fishing, Ziplining, Team Building, Rope Courses, Slip ‘N Slide, a Dance Party, and a Campfire with S’mores.

Cost:

$350 (Scholarships available), registration will open in March. Deadline for Fall registration is 9/1/24.

Dates:

September 13-15, 2024

DSAGC Camp Holiday

South Campus:
St. Stephen Methodist Church
6800 Sardis Rd
Charlotte, NC 28270

North Campus:
Crossway Community Church
6400 Prosperity Church Rd
Charlotte, NC 28269

704-536-2163
victoria.coles@dsa-gc.org
https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/programs/camps/

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 5-21
Supported Disibilities: Down syndrome

Camp Holiday is a day camp for campers with Down syndrome, ages 5-21, in the Greater Charlotte area. Camp activities are based on weekly themes and include arts & crafts, water play, science experiments, literacy, and so much more! In addition, participating campers enjoy weekly yoga, drama, music, Zumba, Spanish lessons, and movement class facilitated by trained professionals. Each group of campers is supported by a certified teacher and 1-2 camp counselors- offering a 3:1 counselor-to-camper ratio. Campers ages 14-21 will participate in activities that promote independence and vocational readiness as a part of their camp experience each day. These campers will help prepare daily snacks, assist with collecting & distributing materials and supplies to classrooms (which will be monitored closely to promote camper health safety), participate as role models for younger camper group activities, engage in lessons that promote communication, problem solving, self- advocacy and more. Younger campers will practice vital social and communication skills through exploratory hands-on activities as well as physical activities to promote health & growth. Participants attend camp Monday-Friday. Campers that will be attending Camp Holiday Session 1 /Session 2 /Session 3 can chose to participate from 9am-2pm OR 9am-4pm when you register.

Cost:

Cost (Camp Holiday - South): $300 (1 week sessions)/ $600/(2 week session) (9am-4pm)
Cost (Camp Holiday - North): $300 (1 week sessions)/ $600/(2 week session) (9am-4pm)

Scholarships are available for eligible families. See website for more information.

Dates:

SUMMER 2024 DATES:

Camp Holiday- South- St. Stephen Methodist Church
Session 1: June 2024 (2 weeks)
Session 2: July 2024 (2 weeks)
Session 3: July 2024 (1 week)

NEW: Camp Holiday- NORTH- Crossway Community Church
SUMMER 2024 DATES:
Session 1: June – June 2024 (1 week)
Session 2: July 2024 (2 weeks)
Session 3: July 2024 (1 week)

Child Language & Developmental Speech Summer Camp

Lake Norman Baptist Church, 7921 Sam Furr Rd, Huntersville 28078

704-845-0561

https://childspeechlanguage.com/charlotte-summer-camp__trashed/social-clubs/

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 4-6
Supported Disibilities: speech delay

Our summer camp is a therapeutic camp where it is fun, but structured and goals are targeted within each activity. They will have group time, craft time, snack (bring their own), outdoor time, story time, etc. Additionally, out camp is designed and run by our school counselors, exceptional children’s teacher and speech therapists to ensure participants are receiving essential skills needed in school and beyond. Every moment is scheduled and all activities address goals of each child. Dates will be finalized soon, we are currently looking at the last two weeks in June and the last two weeks in July.

Enroll your child for any OR all of the four weeks. If your child an ideal candidate for summer camp:

  • Childs ages: 4-6 (potty trained)
  • Verbal (even if only a few words)
  • Decreased expressive and/or receptive language which includes:
    • Difficulty with social skills, shy/withdrawn
    • Difficulty following/remembering directions
    • Articulation issues (hard to understand)
Cost:

Call for fees.

Dates:

Dates will be finalized soon, we are currently looking at the last two weeks in June and the last two weeks in July.

Charlotte Extended Learning and Development Summer Academy

2331 Crown Point Executive Drive, Suite A,
Charlotte, NC 28227

704-910-4512
info@autismcharlotte.org
https://www.autismcharlotte.org/

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: K-12th
Supported Disibilities: Autism, siblings welcome

AN AMAZING SUMMER CAMP EXPERIENCE FOR CHILREN WITH AUTISM…..IN A BRAND-NEW FACILITY….DESIGNED WITH THEIR NEEDS IN MIND! Music & Arts, Outdoor Activities, Steam Projects, Educational Time, Field Trips, and More. 11 full weeks of learning, developing personal skills, having fun, and building new relationships in a warm, safe, supportive, and structured environment, staffed by well-trained and experienced teachers and assistants. Serving students entering 1st through 12th grade. Come Learn, explore, grow, and make new friends.

Cost:

Session 1 & 3: $595
Session 2: $975

Dates:

Session 1: 6/10-6/28, 2024
Session 2: 7/1-8/2, 2024
Session 3: 8/5-8/23, 2024

Camps at Trusted Parents (Updated for 2025)

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 480688, Charlotte NC 28269
Camp's Location:
Campus of Queens University of Charlotte
1900 Selwyn Ave
Charlotte, NC 28207

980-229-7253
camps@trustedparents.org
https://www.campsattp.org

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Camp Trusted Parents: ages 7-22, Camp Explore: 18 and up
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Camps at Trusted Parents consist of two separate camps, one serving ages 7-22-years-old and the other 18-30-years-old. From the youngest to the oldest, each of our programs is uniquely designed to accommodate and support our various campers’ needs. We are intentional in offering visual schedules and predictable routines that make the transition from each activity easy. Throughout the day, each program adheres to a schedule and routine to which the campers can easily become accustomed. Our staff takes measures to promote positive behaviors by consistently helping campers to process, understand, and improve their social engagement, to which many of our campers need assistance. They lend support in all situations, reminding and prompting campers to use positive methods for making friends, getting attention, and avoiding impulses that can lead to conflict. All this aids campers to have a fun, peaceful, and successful camp experience.

 

*Campers must be independent with toileting and hygiene skills to be eligible for Camps at Trusted Parents. 

Cost:

Camp Trusted Parents rate $275-$502 per week

Camp Explore $425-$437 per week

Dates:

June 16 - August 8, 2025

Camp Tekoa-Barnabas Camp

211 Thomas Road
Hendersonville, NC 28739

(828) 692-6516

http://camptekoa.org

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: 18+
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Tekoa has two separate seasons for use: the summer camp season and our retreat season. Summer camp primarily runs from the end of May until the middle of August each year. Our Retreat season runs from the middle of August until summer camp begins in May.

Tekoa offers four main programs during the summer camp season. These programs are designed for many different population groups, including age, gender, ability, and
camper interests.

Our four types of summer camp programs are:

  • Day Camps
  • Overnight (TKO) Camps
  • Adventure Camps
  • Special Needs Camps (Barnabas)
Cost:

$715 (scholarships available on website)

Dates:

July 3-8, 2023 (Camps for typically developing children available throughout the summer)

Camp SAY

3149 State Route 97
Barryville, NY 12719

212.414.9696
Travis@SAY.org
http://campsay.org

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: Ages 8-18
Supported Disibilities: speech impediment, stutter

Camp SAY is an ACA-Accredited, 2-week, sleep-away summer camp for young people who stutter, ages 8-18. Camp SAY combines a high-quality, traditional camp experience with specialized programs and activities that help kids and teens who stutter develop confidence and independence, improve communication skills, and form important lifelong friendships.

Camp SAY is hosted at Camp Tel Yehudah, an idyllic camp with 75 years of history, located on 150 beautiful wooded acres on the banks of the Delaware River in Barryville, New York – just 2 hours from New York City!

Campers are welcomed by a super-friendly staff, many of whom also stutter, and immediately see that Camp SAY is a very special place of acceptance, support, and encouragement. Camp SAY is a life-changing summer camp where young people who stutter are free to have fun and stutter as openly as they choose – and everyone ALWAYS gets as much time as they need to speak!

Cost:

Camp SAY Tuition is offered on a Sliding Scale basis, with Summer 2022 Tuition ranging from $50 – $3,800.

Camp SAY remains committed to offering the highest-quality American Camp Association (ACA)-accredited summer camp that’s accessible and affordable to all families, so we are pleased to offer Camp Tuition and Travel, on a Sliding Scale basis.

Dates:

July 31-August 14, 2023

Camp Royall

250 Bill Ash Road Moncure NC 27559

919-542-1033
camproyall@autismsociety-nc.org
https://www.autismsociety-nc.org/camp-royall/

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: Ages 4-Adult
Supported Disibilities: Autism

Camp Royall is a hub of year-round activity that offers a caring, accepting atmosphere and celebrates each individual. The 133-acre camp near Pittsboro is the nation’s largest and oldest autism camp, serving thousands of people each year. Camp Royall provides typical camp activities, including swimming, arts and crafts, hiking, hayrides, and boating. All activities take place in a structured environment to meet the needs of individuals with autism. Our staff is professionally trained to guide campers through all activities.

Cost:

Cost varies by program, please call the office for your program cost. We offer Scholarships and extended payment plans.

Dates:

Programming runs year-round, January-December
Check website for 2024 summer camp dates

Camp REACH (Updated for 2025)

Mail: 515 College Rd, Suite 13, Greensboro, NC 27410.

Camp is held at Summerfield 1st Baptist Church in Summerfield, NC

+1 (336) 337-0153
Campreachinfo@gmail.com
https://www.Campreach.org

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 3-young adult
Supported Disibilities: alternative communication, augmentive communication, speech delay, speech impediment

Camp R.E.A.C.H. is a summer camp for children and young adults with communication needs starting at age 3. It is founded and staffed by speech-language pathologists who specialize in augmentative communication. Camp runs the last two weeks of July, along with a variety of additional community events. Follow us on Facebook for updates.

 

Cost:

$175 per week

Dates:

July 21 & July 28 (Shark Week & Inside Out- Feelings)

Camp R.E.A.C.H.

515 College Rd, Suite 13, Greensboro, NC 27410

(336) 337-0153
campreachinfo@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/campREACH.org/

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: 3-21
Supported Disibilities: language delay, speech delay, speech impediment

Camp R.E.A.C.H. is a summer camp for children and young adults starting at age 3 who have communication needs. The camp is founded and staffed by speech language pathologists who specialize in augmentative communication. Camp runs the last 2 weeks in July, along with a variety of additional community events. Summer 2024 themes are Camping and Ohana (Luau). Follow our Facebook page for updates.

Cost:

$175 per week

Dates:

July 22, 2024 Camping
July 29, 2024 Ohana

Camp Oasis (Updated for 2025)

210 S. Broad St., Unit 5, Winder, GA 30680

646-771-0455
camp@crohnscolitisfoundation.org
https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/get-involved/camp-oasis

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: 8-18
Supported Disibilities: Crohn's Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, ulcerative colitis

At Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Camp Oasis, kids living with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis can just be kids. We provide a safe environment where friendships ignite, confidence soars, and epic adventures become life-long memories. Camp Oasis is FUN without the fear of judgment or feeling different.

 

*Campers must be independent with toileting and hygiene skills to be eligible for Camp Oasis

Cost:

There is a $400 attendance fee. Scholarships are available to those who qualify. To apply for a scholarship, simply fill out the scholarship form located within the application.

Dates:

Sunday, June 15 - Friday, June 20, 2025

Camp LEAP-IN

Camp Location:
Canterbury School
Greensboro, NC


tiffany@sensestherapies.org
https://www.sensestherapies.org

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: 5-12
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays, Learning Disabilities/Cognitive Delays

Our curriculum was created to include all children. Activities are inclusive for children with autism, ADHD and sensory processing deficits. This camp will provide a sensory-rich environment for all children to encourage the development of age-appropriate sensory processing, motor and social skills. Campers will participate in daily social skill as well as sensory rich activities all outdoors in nature as we: Learn Explore And Play In Nature.

This is a half day camp and runs from 9:00-12:30.

Cost:

$325 a week with scholarship opportunities available

Dates:

See below for our theme weeks!
Nature's Creatures: July 8-11, 2024
Out of this World: July 15-18, 2024
Ocean Commotion: July 22-25, 2024

Camp Lakey Gap (Updated for 2025)

222 Fern Way
Black Mountain, NC 28711

(828) 669-8977
ginny@camplakeygap.org
https://www.camplakeygap.org/

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: 4-18+
Supported Disibilities: Autism

Camp Lakey Gap at is a week-long residential camp for people with autism. We serve children and adults, grouped by age and assigned to different weeks. Our staff are trained to incorporate evidence-based strategies for supporting people with autism into all elements of our program. Low staff-to-camper ratios allow us to provide a highly individualized experience for each camper. We provide 1:1 or 1:2 support for all campers, meaning each camper is supported individually or with one other camper as a pair. Typical activities include song time, arts and crafts, hiking, creek games, swimming, outdoor activities, music and motion, daily special events, canoeing, and lake play at Camp Rockmont.

 

*Campers do not have to be independent with toileting and hygiene skills to be eligible for Camp Lakey Gap.  

Cost:

$2500

Dates:

June 15 - June 20: Ages 18 & up
June 22 - June 27: Ages 4-11
June 29 - July 4: Ages 4-11 *(please see our website for camper criteria)
July 13 - July 18: Ages 12-17
July 20 - July 25: Ages 12-17 *(please see our website for camper criteria)
July 27 - August 1: Ages 18 & up

Camp Jubilee

PO Box 81, Reidsville, NC 27323


chughesmjm@gmail.com
https://mountjubilee.org/camp-jubilee-23/

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: Ages 13+
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Camp Jubilee is a 5-day 4-night residential camp for Individuals with Intellectual and or Developmental Disabilities, ages 13 through adulthood. The week is packed with theatrical Bible lessons and singing, along with fun on-site activities including swimming, arts and crafts, volleyball, talent shows, camp fires, etc.

Cost:

$450/week

Dates:

June 18-22,2023

Camp Joy

Parks & Recreation, Attn: Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation, 2400 Sixteenth St, Greensboro, NC 27405

336-373-2626
AIR@greensboro-nc.gov
http://www.greensboro-nc.gov/campjoy

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 5+
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Camp Joy is an inclusive camp for ages 5 and up of all abilities. The camp is a program of the Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department, provided through Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation (AIR).

Camp Joy is located at Hagan Stone Park in Pleasant Garden and includes five outdoor cabins, activity building, art cabin, and picnic facilities.

Campers are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited. Camp Joy is designed for campers with varying abilities.

Blended Mobility week is specifically designed for persons with physical disabilities. Weeks 1-3 (Session 1) and 5-7 (Session 2) run from 9 am to 3 pm and Week 4, Blended Mobility, runs from 9:30 am to 2 pm. If you attend any of the weeks in the first session and wish to attend the second session, you will automatically be placed on a waitlist. If your camper is on the waitlist for the second session, you will be contacted by June 21 to inform you if space is available.

Cost:

$65/week

Dates:

Week 1 - June 17-21 2024 (No camp June 19), Theme: Africa
Week 2 - June 24-28 2024, Theme: Antarctica
Week 3 - July 1-5 2024 (No camp July 4), Theme: Asia
Week 4 - Blended Mobility - July 8-12, 2024, Theme: Australia
Week 5 - July 15-19 2024, Theme: Europe
Week 6 - July 22-26, 2024, Theme: North America
Week 7 - July 29-August 2, Theme: South America

Camp Horizon (Updated for 2025)

Physical Address:
YMCA Camp Harrison
7901 S NC Highway 18
Boomer, NC 28606

Mailing Address:
3900 Park Road, Suite C Charlotte, NC 28209

704-536-2163
camphorizon@dsa-gc.org
https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/programs/camps/

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: Ages 10-17
Supported Disibilities: Down syndrome

Camp Horizon is a 4-day/3-night traditional overnight experience at YMCA Camp Harrison in Boomer, NC. Participating campers with Down syndrome, ages 10-17, enjoy traditional camp activities, including horseback riding, arts & crafts, boating, fishing, swimming and more. Campers are assigned a 1:1 volunteer counselor for the duration of their time at camp. Camp Horizon builds self-confidence and independence within the context of a traditional sleep-away camp experience.

*Campers do not have to be independent with toileting and hygiene skills to be eligible for Building Abilities Summer Camp. 

Cost:

$359

Dates:

August 13-16, 2025

Camp Holiday-South

St. Stephen Methodist Church

678-986-5237
victoria.coles@dsa-gc.org
https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/programs/camps/

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 5-21
Supported Disibilities: Down syndrome

Camp Holiday is a day camp for campers with Down syndrome, ages 5-21, in the Greater Charlotte area. Camp activities are based on weekly themes and include arts & crafts, water play, science experiments, literacy, and so much more! In addition, participating campers enjoy weekly yoga, drama, music, Zumba, Spanish lessons, and movement class facilitated by trained professionals. Each group of campers is supported by a certified teacher and 1-2 camp counselors- offering a 3:1 counselor-to-camper ratio. Campers ages 14-21 will participate in activities that promote independence and vocational readiness as a part of their camp experience each day. These campers will help prepare daily snacks, assist with collecting & distributing materials and supplies to classrooms (which will be monitored closely to promote camper health safety), participate as role models for younger camper group activities, engage in lessons that promote communication, problem solving, self- advocacy and more. Younger campers will practice vital social and communication skills through exploratory hands-on activities as well as physical activities to promote health & growth. Participants attend camp Monday-Friday. Campers that will be attending Camp Holiday Session 1 /Session 2 /Session 3 can chose to participate from 9am-2pm OR 9am-4pm when you register.

Cost:

$350 (1 week sessions)/ $600/(2 week session) (9am-4pm)
Scholarships are available for eligible families.

Dates:

Session 1: June 20-30, 2023 (2 weeks)
Session 2: July 10-21, 2023 (2 weeks)
Session 3: July 24-28, 2023 (1 week)

Camp Holiday Trails

400 Holiday Trails Lane
Charlottesville, VA 22903

(434) 282-7213
campisgood@campholidaytrails.org
http://www.campholidaytrails.org/

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: 6 - 17
Supported Disibilities: Chronic Illness, Epilepsy, Sickle Cell Anemia, siblings welcome

Camp Holiday Trails is a camp for youth ages 6-17 yrs old and their siblings who have a medical condition. We offer 1-2 week long, overnight camps from June-August. Please check out our website: www.campholidaytrails.org for more information on specific camp dates and how to apply.

Cost:

$2,000 per week- CHT offers a variety of camperships, along with payment plans. Please contact our Director of Programs at Program@campholidaytrails.org for more information.

Dates:

June 9 -12, 2024: CHT Mini Camp
4 day, 3 night camp for campers ages 6-9yrs old to “try out” Camp

June 15 – 22, 2024: Burn Camp
Closed Partnership- Find out more about Burn Camp-
http://www.vaburncamp.org/

June 23 – 28, 2024: CHT Session 1
One- week, overnight camp, mixed diagnoses

June 30 – July 12, 2024: CHT Session 2
Two- week, overnight camp, mixed diagnoses

July 14 – 19, 2024: Camp Youngblood
One-week, overnight programming specifically for children and
families impacted by Hemophilia

July 21 – 26, 2024: CHT Diabetes Week
One week, overnight programming for campers diagnosed with
T1D and their siblings

July 28 – August 2, 2024: Camp Corral
One week, overnight programming for youth ages 7-15 yrs old whose caregiver is a fallen, ill or wounded soldier

Camp High Five

336-207-1178
ashleycollier13@me.com
http://facebook.com/camphighfive

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 4-10
Supported Disibilities: hemiplegia

Camp High Five is one of a few in the country that use constraint-induced movement therapy (CIMT) to encourage children to strengthen their limited side.

The free CIMT camp is for children ages 4 to 10 with hemiplegia or similar diagnoses.

In addition to many occupational and physical therapists, Camp High Five’s volunteers include dog and music therapists and an adult with hemiplegia. Camp High Five emphasizes important play-based activities that facilitate the sensory-motor activities of the children.

This camp provides 30 hours of therapeutic intervention to facilitate the use of the campers’ affected (weaker) side to improve the frequency and quality of movement when performing daily activities such as getting dressed, eating or painting a picture.

Cost:

Free

Dates:

July 19-23, 2023

Camp Green Leaves

Registration forms sent to:
Burlington Recreation and Parks Main Office
1333 Overbrook Road
Burlington, NC 27215

Camp location:
Lake Cammack Park and Marina – Citivan Building
4790 Union Ridge Road
Burlington, NC 27217

(336) 222-5072

http://www.burlingtonnc.gov/specialpops

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 6-22
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Camp Green Leaves is a summer day camp coordinated by the City of Burlington Recreation & Parks Department for children and adults with developmental disabilities. The camp schedule includes activity rotations in the outdoors, including swimming, arts and crafts, music, sports and games, and supervised free time. The camp also features daily active field trips on busses/vans to local parks and recreation facilities, as well as trips around the Piedmont area. Participants are grouped by age.

All participants must be independent with mobility, feeding, toileting and all self-care needs. Participants should participate in group activities and must be able to stay with the group. Participants who are not self-sufficient will be required to have a one-on-one personal assistant, which the parent/guardian must provide. Participants must have manageable behaviors and healthcare needs. They must be exempt from any extreme health-care conditions or needs. Camp Green Leaves is not able to accommodate participants needing assistance with ambulation due to uneven and rugged terrain. Staff to participant ratio is 1:2.

Cost:

Camp Green Leaves Fee (June 19 – July 14): $60 per participant
CGL Alumni Week (July 17 – July 21): $20 per participant

Dates:

Camp Green Leaves(for ages 6-22): June 19– July 14 (4 weeks)
CGL Alumni Week (for ages 23 & older): July 17– 21 (1 week)

Camp G.R.A.C.E. (Updated for 2025)

9216 Baileywick Road, Raleigh, NC 27615

919-630-8451
Alexis.Hawk@YMCATriangle.org
https://www.ymcatriangle.org/programs/camps/traditional-day-camps/camp-grace

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 5-21
Supported Disibilities: Autism, Developmental Disabilities/Delays

End of June-mid August “Camp G.R.A.C.E. is a day camp designed for children with Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD), Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other special needs. Each session of Camp G.R.A.C.E. operates for one week, with each session focusing on building specific skills incorporating therapeutic ideas from many disciplines. We offer two different sessions: Social Skills and Building Blocks. Social Skills Sessions are designed for children that do not require one-on-one assistance. The focus of these sessions will be on activity skill building, teamwork activities, and social situations. The Building Blocks sessions are designed with a smaller ratio to allow for more individual attention. Throughout their camp session, children will work and play within their huddles to learn new games, complete art projects, participate in music and dog therapy times, and much more. Children will also enjoy water activities, sensory integration activities, and character and social skills development time. Individuals from the following organizations donated their time and expertise in the formation of Camp G.R.A.C.E.: The YMCA of the Triangle, A Small Miracle, LLC., the Autism Society of North Carolina, Community Partnerships, Maxim Home Health, and independently contracted behavioral psychologists. It is through the generosity and dedication of all of the above-mentioned organizations and donors to the YMCA’s Annual Campaign that we are able to provide Camp G.R.A.C.E.” We have grant-funded swim lessons, field trips, therapy dogs, music therapy, dance therapy, and sensory days are included as a part of camp. This camp is designed for any individual aged 5-21.

*Campers do not have to be independent with toileting and hygiene skills to be eligible for Building Abilities Summer Camp. 

Cost:

YMCA Members: $283/week
YMCA Camp Participants: $354/week

Dates:

June 23-27: space theme
June 30-July 3: Olympic theme
July 7-11: circus theme
July 14-18: pirate theme
July 21-25: Christmas in July theme
July 28-Aug 1: wild west theme
Aug 4-8: dinosaur theme
Aug 11-15: rainforest theme

Camp Friendly

2401 Wade Ave., Raleigh NC 27607

919-996-2147
sris@raleighnc.gov
https://raleighnc.gov/summer-camps

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 6-12
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Our camps are designed specifically for youth/teens with various disabilities.

Cost:

$150/week

Dates:

Weekly June 12-August 11, 2023

Camp Exploration

2401 Wade Ave., Raleigh NC 27607

919-996-2147
sris@raleighnc.gov
https://raleighnc.gov/summer-camps

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 13-21
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Our camps are designed specifically for youth/teens with various disabilities.

Cost:

$150/week

Dates:

Weekly from June 12-August 11, 2023

Camp Escape (Updated for 2025)

1058 S Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27834

252-329-4270
bspivey@greenvillenc.gov
https://www.greenvillenc.gov/government/recreation-parks/camps/day-camps/camp-escape

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 5-21
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Summer Day Camp for individuals with disabilities ages 5-21. Our summer 2025 dates will be June 16-Aug 1 (Monday-Friday). We go on field trips twice a week within a 2-hour radius of Greenville, NC, trips to the community pool, movie theater, as well as fun games at camp or arts and crafts!

Cost:

$60/week - Greenville Residents, $90/week Non-Residents (prorated prices apply for weeks that have a holiday).

Dates:

June 16-Aug 1

Camp Easter Seals UCP Virginia

201 E. Main Street Salem, VA 24153

540-864-5750
camp@eastersealsucp.com
https://eastersealsucp.com/camp-easterseals-ucp/

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: Ages 8+
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

For 64 years, Camp Easterseals has provided quality recreational and therapeutic camp programming in the beautiful countryside of New Castle, Virginia. Children and adults with disabilities are able to experience all the outdoors has to offer including horseback riding, canoeing, swimming, arts and crafts, ziplining and campfires thanks to an amazing group of dedicated team members.

Cost:

$75 application fee $975 for a week of camp

Dates:

Spring Camp For Families:
Family Weekend: April 5-7, 2024
Spring Camper Weekend: April 19-21, 2024

Summer Camp for Adults Ages 21+:
May 31-June 5, 2024
June 7-12, 2024
June 15-20, 2024

Summer Camp for Young Adults Ages 18-25:
June 22-27, 2024
June 29-July 4, 2024
July 6-11, 2024

Summer Camps for Kids ages 8-21:
July 13-18, 2024
July 20-25, 2024

Family Week:
August 5-10, 2024

Camp Dogwood

Mail:
7062 Camp Dogwood Drive
PO Box 39
Sherrills Ford, NC 28673

828-478-2135 x230 or x229
information@nclionscampdogwood.org
https://nclionscampdogwood.org/

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: Ages 18+
Supported Disibilities: blind, visual impairments

Since 1967, Camp Dogwood for the Blind & Visually Impaired has been a beacon of service to citizens from all over North Carolina. This summer destination provides a wonderful and therapeutic vacation retreat for persons with blindness and visual impairment.

Every summer, up to 880 campers enjoy weekly stays with numerous recreational and entertaining activities. Our guests enjoy fun and relaxation while developing friendships with each other staff, and volunteers.

Cost:

The fee for a blind/visually impaired NC resident is $225.00 for the week. The fee for a Caregiver is $275 and $400 for a Companion. If you cannot afford the fee please contact your local Lions club to see if sponsorship is available. Spots are guaranteed once payment has been made in full. For more information on sponsorship please contact our camp office.

Transportation Fee: The $40 transportation fee covers your transportation (round trip) from the bus/train station to camp only if you need transportation back and forth. This is not your train or bus ticket; you will need to pay and arrange for your train/bus ticket separately.

Dates:

Sessions run from the beginning of June through early August, weekly.

Camp Dogwood

750 Camp Dogwood Road
Cherrills Ford, NC

(828) 478-2135
tammy@nclionsinc.org
https://nclionscampdogwood.org/

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: 18 - 100
Supported Disibilities: Vision Impairments

Camp Dogwood is a recreational facility located on Lake Norman in Catawba County. We operate a recreational program consisting of one week overnight sessions for adults with blindness and visual impairment. This recreational/vacation experience includes but is not limited to boating, fishing, swimming, tubing, art, crafts, mini golf, and off campus trips to shopping, seminars, bowling, the art museum and zoo. The staff to camper ratio is usually one to six. In addition to staffing the various activities, our staff serve as sighted guides, assist serving meals, and in other capacities that serve our visually impaired and blind guests. Our goal is to provide a week of fun and fellowship. Campers must be able to provide their own self-care. If they need assistance with self-care they may bring a caregiver with them.

Cost:

$225 for NC resident campers/$400 for sighted companions/$275 for a caregiver
$40 transportation fee to and from bus/train stations in Charlotte

Dates:

Session 1 May 28-June 1
Session 2 June 4-8
Session 3 June 11–15
Session 4 June 25-29
Session 5 July 2-July 6
Session 6 July 9-July 13
*Session 7 July 23-July 27 (For teens 13-17 only!)
*Session 8 July 30-Aug 3 is Family Camp (Parents & VIP Youths only)

Camp Discovery (Updated for 2025)

Mailing Address- 2301 N. Patterson Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27105
Physical Address- 610 Foxcroft Drive, Winston-Salem, NC

336-727-2975
katiea@cityofws.org
https://www.cityofws.org/1948/Camp-Discovery

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: 8-21
Supported Disibilities: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism, Developmental Disabilities/Delays, Down syndrome, Learning Disabilities/Cognitive Delays, Vision Impairments, blind, cerebral palsy, language delay, speech delay, speech impediment, visual impairments

Winston-Salem Recreation and Parks offers Camp Discovery, an 8-week summer camp for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities ages 8-21. Camp runs from June to early August, and each week has a different theme on which games/crafts/activities are based. We take field trips on Tuesdays, and on Thursdays, we have visitors.

 

*Campers must be independent with toileting and hygiene skills to be eligible for Camp Discovery*

 

 

Cost:

Winston-Salem residents $60/week, non-residents $70/week. A $10 registration fee is due for each week which is applied to the total amount. Registration remains open if there are spots still available until the Friday before each week.

Dates:

Registration Opens April 2025

Camp Chameleon

200 High Meadow Dr.
Cary, NC 27511

919-624-2534
campchameleon100@gmail.com
http://campchameleon100.org

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: 5-12
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Track-out camp for year-round children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in grades K-5 in Wake County. We provide a fun filled day of sensory, science, literacy, and daily living activities. We will offer three sessions this summer. All sessions run from 8:30am-12:30pm.

Cost:

Session 1 $550.00 Session 2 $825.00 Session 3 $1100

Dates:

Session 1: June 17-28, 2024
Session 2: July 8-July 26, 2024
Session 3: July 29-August 23, 2024

Camp Celebrate

Mailing address:
322 Emergency Room Dr., Med. School Wing B-325, Chapel Hill, NC 27514

919-962-8427
maria_albani@med.unc.edu
https://www.med.unc.edu/surgery/burn/burn-survivor-support/survivor-events/camp-celebrate/

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: 7-18 (must still be in high school)
Supported Disibilities: Burns

Camp Celebrate is a weekend camp for children ages 7-15 who have survived burn injuries. Created in 1982 in response to an inability to find traditional camping opportunities for a group of young burn patients at the North Carolina Jaycee Burn Center, Camp Celebrate was the first camping experience of its kind. Most campers have been treated at the Burn Center, but Camp Celebrate is open to any pediatric burn survivor in North Carolina. Activities include swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts, fishing, an annual Sunday family picnic, as well as an opportunity to meet other kids who share the experience of having been burned. A number of campers return year after year, and some have returned as adults to serve as counselors and share their experiences and knowledge with the children. Teen burn survivors, ages 16-18, can serve as Counselors-in-Training. The program began in 2006 and is designed to contribute to the teen’s personal growth and responsibility.

Cost:

Free, registration opens 3/1/24 and closes 4/30/24

Dates:

May 17-19, 2024

Camp Carefree

275 Carefree Lane Stokesdale, NC 27357

336-427-0966
directors@campcarefree.org
http://www.campcarefree.org/

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: Ages 6-16
Supported Disibilities: Cancer, Chronic Illness, Down syndrome, Epilepsy, Hemophilia, Spina Bifida, Turner Syndrome, children with a chronically ill parent welcome, siblings welcome

Since 1986, Camp Carefree in Stokesdale, NC, has provided a FREE, one-week camping experience for kids ages 6 to 16 with chronic illnesses and disabilities, including cancer, Spina Bifida, epilepsy and more. Our program also includes camps for well siblings of ill children, and a week for children with a sick parent. Programs include fishing, canoes, archery, ropes course, horseback riding, etc. Sessions are held in June and July 2024.

Cost:

Free

Dates:

June 16 - 21, 2024: SIBLINGS - well children with a chronically ill sibling
June 23 - 28, 2024: NEURO - epilepsy & neurological disorders
June 30 - July 5, 2024: CANCER - leukemia & other cancers Down syndrome
July 7- 12, 2024: SPINA BIFIDA - spinal cord disorders & injuries
July 14 - 19, 2024: KIDS - well children with a chronically ill parent
July 21 - 26, 2024: HEMOPHILIA/TURNER'S - bleeding disorders, von Willebrand disease & Turner syndrome

Camp Blue Skies

Mailing:
2820 Selwyn Ave. Box 767, Charlotte, NC 28209

Physical in NC:
YMCA Camp Harrison in Boomer, NC

Physical in GA:
YMCA Camp Twin Lakes in Rutledge, GA

704-266-2267
Contact@CampBlueSkies.org
http://www.campblueskies.org

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: Ages 21+
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

We offer camps to adults with developmental disabilities, enhancing their lives through recreation, socialization, and life skills education. Camp takes place in March and October. Activities – fitness, fishing, ropes course, arts/crafts, karaoke, and a Dance.

Cost:

$650 for Williams Syndrome camp and $425 for general camp. Scholarships are available. Registration is in December for the March camp, and July for the October camp.

Dates:

March 6-10, 2024 Williams Syndrome
March 13-17, 2024 Developmental Disabilities
Oct 5-9, 2024
Oct 12-16, 2024

Camp Ann

Mailing address: 136 Northpoint Ave. High Point, NC 27262
Physical address: City Lake Park 602 West Main Street Jamestown NC 27282

336-883-3477
stephanie.hedgecock@highpointnc.gov
https://www.highpointnc.gov/2301/Camp-Ann

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 11+
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Camp Ann is a summer day camp program for middle school-aged children and adults with developmental disabilities. The program began in 1966 as a two-week program through a matching grant from the Joseph F. Kennedy Foundation. High Point Parks & Recreation has continued to fund the program with the generous support of numerous civic sponsors.

Cost:

$50 per week
Transportation is provided for campers within the city limits of High Point for a $25 per week fee

Dates:

Weekly: June 19-August 4, 2023
Camp is closed July 3-7, 2023

Camp Ability of WNC

Mailing: P.O. Box 1249, Waynesville, NC 28786

828-226-5572
campability321@gmail.com
http://campabilityofwnc.org

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: Ages 6-16
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

We are a day camp serving children and youth 6 years of age to 16 years of age. We are an all inclusive camp for children of all abilities. We offer swimming, tennis, boating, fishing, games, music, and art. We offer nurse care on site.

Cost:

Reach out to campability321@gmail.com for fees

Dates:

Session One: July 9th-12th,2024
Session two July 16th-19th, 2024

Building Abilities Summer Camp (Updated for 2025)

Mailing - 5121 Hollyridge Drive Suite 100 Raleigh, NC 27612

Camp for children 12-17 - 200 High Meadow Drive Cary, NC 27511

Camp for young adults 18-25 - 7025-5 Kit Creek Road Morrisville, NC 27560

919-357-2539
npratt@arctriangle.org
https://triangledisability.org/services-programs/camp/

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: 12-25
Supported Disibilities: Autism, Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Building Abilities Summer Experience provides a fun and safe environment for children and young adults with IDD and autism. Programming includes arts & crafts, music, games, sports, science, leisure, socialization and more! From mid-June through mid-August, campers can sign up for full or half days M-F. Financial assistance may be available for those who qualify.

*Campers do not have to be independent with toileting and hygiene skills to be eligible for Building Abilities Summer Camp. 

Cost:

*All prices subject to change in 2025.
Full days M-F = $425 per week
Half days M-F = $250 per week.

Financial assistance may be available to those who qualify. The deadline to register is Monday before the week of sign-up.

Dates:

Monday, June 16th - Friday, August 15th (Camp CLOSED for Juneteenth & 4th ofJuly).

Bravo Nantahala Adventure Camp

Mailing:
97 Mitchell Avenue, Asheville, NC 28806
Physical:
10345 US-19, Bryson City, NC 28713

828-335-1136
jay@blueridgebravo.org
https://www.blueridgebravo.org/bravo-adventure-camp

Type: Overnight Camp
Age Range: 13-19
Supported Disibilities: Vision Impairments, blind

Where: Nantahala Gorge, near Bryson City, North Carolina
When: Sunday, July 21 through Thursday, July 25, 2024
What: An overnight outdoor adventure camp for kids who are blind or have a significant visual impairment, and who are ready to stretch their legs and hit the trail. We plan to hike, raft, climb, swim, and zip in and around the Nantahala Gorge in Western North Carolina. We’ll stay in the Group Lodge at Wildwater Nantahala, and spend some time at the Nantahala Outdoor Center too. There are 12 spaces available for the 2024 camp.
Who: Campers are rising 9-12 graders with blindness or low vision. Instructors include certified Teachers for the Visually Impaired and Orientation & Mobility Specialists, along with a few other adventurous souls, both blind and sighted.

Cost:

$1400/week, with full and partial scholarships available. We operate on a pay-what-you can basis.

Dates:

July 21-25, 2024

Bravo Asheville Day Camp

Asheville, NC

828-335-1136
blueridgebravo@gmail.com
https://www.blueridgebravo.org/bravo-asheville-day-camp

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: 5-19; most campers are elementary and middle schoolers
Supported Disibilities: Vision Impairments, blind, visual impairments

Where: Asheville, North Carolina
When: Monday, July 15 – Friday, July 19, 2024. 9-3 pm daily
What: Jay and Nita celebrate their 14th year running summer day camp for youth with blindness and low vision. Our theme this year remains Young Explorers. We’ll walk, ramble, listen, learn, hike, splash, and paddle in the woods and wilds around Asheville.
Who: Campers are rising K-12 graders with blindness or low vision. Instructors include certified Teachers for the Visually Impaired and Orientation & Mobility Specialists, along with a few other adventurous souls.

Cost:

$500/week, with full and partial scholarships available. We operate on a pay-what-you-can basis.

Dates:

June 15-19, 2024

Autism Society of NC Social Recreation (Eastern Region)

113 Roberts Road Newport, NC 28570

252-917-5987
asuits@autismsociety-nc.org
https://www.autismsociety-nc.org/social-recreation/eastern-nc/

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: ages 4-22 for summer camp
Supported Disibilities: Autism, Developmental Disabilities/Delays

Through camps, afterschool programs, recreational respite, adult programs, and social groups, individuals on the autism spectrum improve their social and communication skills, peer networks, and physical well-being. Staff are trained to understand their needs and help them reach new goals. After spending time in our Social Recreation programs, individuals show increases in confidence, independence, and a willingness to try new things. The programs also provide needed respite for families and peace of mind that their loved one is in a safe and loving environment. Our summer camp runs from June 17-August 9, Monday through Friday. We do field trips in our community, arts and crafts, music and motion, and group games!
The camps listed here serve families in the Greenville/Winterville, Newport and Wilmington areas.

Cost:

Free

Dates:

Weekly June 17-August 9,2024

AAA Therapeutic Farm Camp

935 Little Rock Road
Charlotte, NC 28214

704-562-2505
dominique@aaatherapeuticsolutions.com
https://www.aaatherapeuticsolutions.com/book-online

Type: Day Camp
Age Range: 3-9
Supported Disibilities: Developmental Disabilities/Delays

We are an intentionally inclusive outdoor camp for ages 3-9 of all abilities. We are located on a 3-acre farm and activities include arts & crafts, nature walks, gardening and livestock care. Our camp takes place weekly from June through August, 9am-3pm and is best suited for little ones with independent mobility and that enjoy the outdoors.

Cost:

$275/week, scholarships are available through local organizations

Dates:

Weekly from June 12-August 25,2024