Camps

If you are looking for camps for special needs children in the New York area and beyond, these organizations offer extensive camp listings:

  • KidsCamps.com
    This site has a database of all kinds of camps, with a special needs section that includes many different kinds of disabilities. Among all the online databases of camps, this one appears to contain the most complete listings for the entire U.S. and it has very useful search tools.
  • The Advocacy Center's Database of Inclusive Recreation/Sports/Arts programs
    This parent center for New York state offers an online database of special needs recreation, including camps, for upstate New York.
  • Resources for Children with Special Needs, Inc.
    The Metro New York organization's website offers extensive information and guidance on choosing a camp. Rather than an online database of camps, you can order their latest camps listing publication specifically for Metro New York.
    Tel: 212-677-4650
    Fax: 212-254-4070
    Email: info@resourcesnyc.org

Also see our Resources page for local and national organizations that can help you locate recreational and educational options for children with special needs.