Parents of children with disabilities sometimes fear their child cannot go to summer camps. There are many summer camps in Michigan specifically designed and developed for children with a wide range of disabilities. These camps offer support through highly trained staffed members and give children the ability to enjoy as many activities, opportunities and experiences as possible. Day camps and sleepover camps are available based on parent's schedules, budgets and needs.
Summit camp is a co-ed summer program geared toward 8 to 19 year olds. Summit serves children with disabilities such as ADD., ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome, developmental delays, mild mood disorders, OCD, Tourette's Syndrome and verbal or non-verbal learning disabilities. The camp experience helps children learn, achieve goals, understand behavioral standards and make new friends.
Horizons Summer Camps are provided for children between the ages of 4 and 18 with Autism, Asperger's Syndrome and many other developmental disorders. Campers are separated into three age groups: 4 to 7, 8 to 12 and 11 to 18. Horizons is a day camp running Monday through Thursday.
Bear Lake Camp offers three different summer camp programs. The Visually Impaired Camp helps children build friendships, become more independent and develop better self-confidence. Hearing Impaired Youth Camp is for children who communicate through speaking and is designed to help children achieve goals and build friendships. Dakota Camp is for children diagnosed with juvenile arthritis.
The Fowler Center provides services for people with Autism, communication disorders, physical impairments, sensory disorders and traumatic brain injuries. One-on-one aid is available upon request or it is based on the child's specific needs. Children and adults attend summer programs and programs are also available throughout the entire year.
