State Support Team Region 8 420 Washington Ave. Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 www.sst8.org Spring 2019

State Support Team Region 8

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On-Line Camp Information

The American Camp Association	www.acacamps.org

The American Camp Association is a community of camp professionals who have joined together to share their knowledge and experiences to ensure the quality of camp programs. Because of their diverse, 11,000 plus membership and exceptional programs, children and adults have the opportunity to learn powerful lessons in community, character building, skill development and healthy living. You can search their website by zip code or camp name to find summer camps and programs close to you!

KidsCamps.com	www.kidscamps.com

This website provides a Directory for finding summer camps and summer programs worldwide. Camps are broken down by Sports, Academics, Adventure, Arts, Teen, Special Interest, Religious, Special Needs and more. Search their website by camp name, type of camp, age preference, state, country, and zip code within mile radius of your home.
My Summer Camps	www.mysummercamps.com

My Summer Camps is your Camp Resource Guide to discover and compare thousands of summer camps in the USA and Canada. Their goal is to connect parents with the camps they need. They work directly with each camp to ensure details are complete and up-to-date. Discover and compare thousands of summer camps in the USA and Canada. You can browse by category or State/Province. Select from camps for Special Needs, YMCA, Sports, Leadership and Military.
National Camp Association	https://summercamps.org/

National Camp Association is a recognized authority on summer camps. It is an online resource where parents can find the perfect summer camp for their children. The resource for camps is broken down by zip code, then by category of camp: Academic, Arts, Community Service Camp, Religious, Special Needs, Sports, Traditional, Travel Camps, Wilderness Adventures, and All Camps. For parents they offer articles and resources, find a camp, and a parent mailing list.
SummerCamps.com	https://summercamps.com/

The premier web-location for parents and family members to research, find and book the very best summer camps. They offer a high quality and variety of camps that will meet each child’s needs and interests. They help match your child with the perfect camp. Use their convenient search to find and book the ideal camp for your child.

Camps and Activities – 2019

ABCs Day Camp – Children with vision Impairment or blindness Ages: 5 to 8 years	www.clevelandsightcenter.org
	
Adapted Dance Camps – Tailored for students with special needs with peer models Ages: 5-7, 8-10, 11-13 www.beyondwordscenter.org
	
Akron Rotary Camp – Day Camp – Children with Disabilities Ages: 6 to 21 Years www.akronymca.org/rotarycamp
	
Akron Rotary Camp – Overnight Camp –Adults with Disabilities Ages: 18+ for Adult weeks www.akronymca.org/rotarycamp
	
Akron Rotary Camp – Overnight Camp – Children with Disabilities Ages: 6 to 17 years www.akronymca.org/rotarycamp
	
Akron Rotary Camp Respite Weekends – Adults and Children with Disabilities Ages: 6 to Adult www.akronymca.org/rotarycamp
	
Akron Zoo – Certified Sensory Inclusive Ages: All www.akronzoo.org/accessibility
	
Akron Zoo Events – Family Fun Events Ages: All www.akronzoo.org
	
Bright Futures Preschool Camp – Day Camp for children with vision impairment or blindness Ages: 3 to 5 years www.clevelandsightcenter.org
	
Camp A.B.C. (Always Be Communicating) – Preschoolers with Speech and Language Delays Ages: 3 to 6 years www.CampABC.com
	
Camp Nuhop - Children with Disabilities Ages: 6 to 18+ years www.nuhop.org
	
Camp Nuhop Respite Weeks - Children with Disabilities Ages: 8 years and older www.nuhop.org
	
Camp Paradise – Adults with Developmental Disabilities Ages: Adults www.shc-medina.org
	
Camp Snow Cubs – Tweens with High-functioning Disabilities Ages: 10 to 17 years www.PeakPotentialTherapy.com

Camp Suntastic – High-functioning Children with various Disabilities Ages: 6+ years www.CampSuntastic.com
	
Camp Wonder – Academic & Therapeutic Camp Ages: 6 to 10 years www.PeakPotentialTherapy.com
	
Career Exploration – Young people with vision impairment or blindness Ages: 14 to 16 years www.clevelandsightcenter.org
	
Chord Buddy Guitar Camp – Inclusion camp for typically developing students and students with special needs Ages: 5 to 7, 8 to 10, and 11 to 13
	
Early Childhood Zoo Camp – with Caregiver Ages: 2 to 3 years www.akronzoo.org/zoo-camp
	
Early Childhood Zoo Camp – with Caregiver Ages: 4 to 5 years www.akronzoo.org/zoo-camp
	
Early Intensive Behavior Intervention – Behavior Intervention Ages: 2 to 7 years www.PeakPotentialTherapy.com
	
ESC of Medina County Summer Enrichment Program 2019 – Same great program! New Location! Ages: Pre-K www.medina-esc.org/
	
ESC of Medina County Summer Enrichment Program 2019 – Same great program! New Location! Ages: K - Grade 12 www.medina-esc.org/
	
Fine Motor Readiness Camp – Support developing fine motor skills Ages: 3 to 6 years www.LLATherapy.org
	
Highbrook Lodge – Cleveland Sight Center – Vision Loss/Blindness
Ages: Birth to 99 years www.clevelandsightcenter.org/highbrook-lodge
	
Introduction to Geocaching for Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts – Fun Family Activity Ages: Scouts 5+ and their families
	
Joni and Friends – A Special Needs Family Retreat Ages: All	http://www.joniandfriends.org/ohio
	
Kindercrafters – Campers prepare for Kindergarten Ages: 4 to 6 years www.LLATherapy.org

Life Steps Camp – Serves children and adults with disabilities Ages: 8 years to adult www.medinacreativehousing.com
	
Lil’ Lighthouse Camp – Help your little lighthouse shine brighter! Ages: 3 to 6 years www.LLATherapy.org
	
LLA Adventurers – New series for teens who want to socialize and have fun! Ages: 13 to 17 years www.LLATherapy.org
	
LLA Explorers Camp – Camp explores ways to improve communication and social skills Ages: 5 to 9 years www.LLATherapy.org
	
Making Sense of Stan Hywet for Daisy Scouts – Prepare for an outdoor experience Ages: 5-7 Daisy Scouts and their families www.stanhywet.org
	
Music in Color Camp – tailored specifically for students with special needs Ages: 5-7, 8-10, 11-13 years www.beyondwordscenter.org
	
PASS Camp – Performing Arts Social Skills Camp
Ages: 3-5, 6-8, 9-11, 13-15, and 18+ www.beyondwordscenter.org
	
Pete the Cat Camp – Phonemic Awareness, rhyming, and descriptive story-telling emphasized Ages: 4 to 7 years www.LLATherapy.org
	
Pinkalicious Party Camp – Phonemic Awareness, role-playing, engaging in movement and craft activities Ages: 4 to 7 years www.LLATherapy.org
	
Richland Carrousel – Family Fun Activity – Accessibility Ages: All www.richlandcarrousel.com/
	
Seiberling Explorers – Family fun Activity
Ages: Children 3-6 and their families www.stanhywet.org
	
S.M.I.L.E. Summer Camp – (Special Memories Include Laughter and Enrichment Day Camp) Ages: 5 to 10 and 10-16 (Alternating weekly sessions) www.SMILESummerCamp.com
	
Social Skills Group – Uses play and ABA to enhance language comprehension Ages: 3 to 18 years www.PeakPotentialTherapy.com
	
Spring Break Camp – Tweens with various disabilities Ages: 10 to 17 years www.PeakPotentialTherapy.com

Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens – Family Fun Activity Ages: All www.stanhywet.org
	
Stars and Stripes at Barberton High School – Target IEP Goals Ages: Pre-K through High School www.LLATherapy.org
	
Stars and Stripes at Brunswick High School – Target IEP Goals Ages: Pre-K through High School www.LLATherapy.org
	
Stars and Stripes at Copley-Fairlawn High School – Target IEP Goals Ages: Pre-K through High School www.LLATherapy.org
	
Stars and Stripes at Medina High School – Target IEP Goals Ages: Pre-K through High School www.LLATherapy.org
	
Summer Youth Work Experience Program – Vision Impairment or blindness Ages: 17 to 21 years www.clevelandsightcenter.org
	
Wiggly Writer – Camp to improve handwriting skills Ages: 5 years to entering K-8 www.LLATherapy.org
	
You can Play the Piano Camp – Inclusion camp for typically developing students and students with special needs Ages: 5-7, 8-10, 11-13 www.beyondwordscenter.org
	
You Can Play the Ukulele Camp – Inclusion camp for typically developing students and students with special needs Ages: 5-7, 8-10, and 11-13 years www.beyondwordscenter.org

ABCs Day Camp

Disability:

Contact:

Address:

Vision Impairment or blindness

Sylvia Snyder

Cleveland Sight Center

1909 E. 101st Street

Cleveland, OH 44106 Phone:	216 658-8777

Website: Email: Fees: Ages: Dates:
Time:

www.clevelandsightcenter.org ssnyder@clevelandsightcenter.org $500 for full session
5 to 8 years

July 8, 2019 to August 1, 2019 (Monday through Thursday)

9:00 am – Noon

ABC’s camp is for children 5 to 8 years of age with vision impairment/blindness.

Adapted Dance Camps

Disability:

Contact:

Address:

Tailored for students with special needs with peer models

Beyond Words: Music and Dance Center, Erin Jester

6058 Royalton Road

North Royalton, OH 44133 Phone:	440 230-6100
Email:	www.beyondwordscenter.org Fees:	call for details
Ages:	Ages 5-7 years, 8-10 years, and 11-13 years Dates:	Monday – Friday, 1 Week Camp

Led by our Adapted Dance Teachers, our Adapted Dance Camps offer students a chance to learn fundamental dance skills in a creative environment with their peers. Students will be organized into groups based on their age and ability level. Please see our website for specific themed camps, camp dates, and cost.
Featured Adapted Dance Camps for 2019: You are a Princess Camp
Everything Disney Camp Hip Hop Camp

Akron Rotary Camp – Day Camp

Disability:

Contact:

Address:

Phone:

All

Tina Gardner

4460 Rex Lake Drive, Akron, OH 44319

330 644-4512

Website: Fees: Ages: Time:
Dates:

www.akronymca.org/rotarycamp $320/week
6 to 21 years

10:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday - Friday

June 10, 2019 – August 5, 2019

Summer Day Camps are one of the most popular programs that Akron Rotary Camp offers. Campers enjoy traditional camp activities, while spending each night at home. Campers are organized into cabin groups according to age and ability. While at camp, campers enjoy crafts, games, nature activities, songs and so much more. Each day, weather permitting, campers will also have the opportunity to explore the excitement of Rex Lake, through activities including swimming, canoeing, and other water games.

Day Camp includes two counselors for every six campers. Other staff include the directors, program coordinators, and nursing staff. The Akron Rotary strives to meet the individual needs of each of the campers. Staff will work with families, teachers, and other support services to help provide successful experiences. We cannot provide one on one attention to campers with additional needs without financial support from the camper’s family or other provider networks.

Akron Rotary Camp – Overnight Camp for Adults

Disability:

Contact:

Address:

Phone:

All

Tina Gardner

4460 Rex Lake Drive, Akron, OH 44319

330 644-4512

Website: Fees: Ages:
Dates:

www.akronymca.org/rotarycamp $675/week
18+ years

June 30, 2019 – July 5, 2019

July 21, 2019 – July 26, 2019

Our adult camps are the fastest growing programs each summer. These overnight experiences are designed for campers 18 years and over. Many campers have “graduated” from the children’s program and wish to continue to be a part of the Rotary Camp family. Others have never been to camp before and are looking for a non-traditional vacation that promotes independence, socialization, and just plain fun. Parents/caregivers are required to provide transportation to and from camp. Check-in is on Sunday from 3:00 – 5:00 pm. You are asked to meet your camper’s cabin counselor and look around prior to 5:00 pm. No check-ins before 3:00 pm. Parent’s program begins at 11:00 am on Friday. Parents/caregivers are required to sign out their campers upon arrival. Parents/caregivers are welcome to attend the Parent’s program and Award Ceremony on checkout days.

Akron Rotary Camp – Overnight Camp for Children

Disability:

Contact:

Address:

Phone:

All Disabilities

Tina Gardner

4460 Rex Lake Drive, Akron, OH 44319

330 644-4512

Website: Fees:
Ages:

www.akronymca.org/rotarycamp $675/week
6 to 17 Years

Dates:	June 9-14, 2019

July 7-12, 2019

June 16-21, 2019

July 14-19, 2019

June 23-28, 2019

July 28-August 2, 2019

Overnight Camp is our flagship program. Children with disabilities learn new skills, develop friendships, and gain independence through this one week overnight experience. While at camp, campers participate in traditional camping activities, which include swimming, kayaking, campfires, songs, crafts, games, and much, much more!

There are two counselors for every six campers. Other staff on site include the directors, program coordinators and nursing staff. The Akron Rotary Camp strives to meet the individual needs of each of the campers.

Akron Rotary Camp Respite Weekends

Purpose:

Contact:

Children and adults with disabilities increase independence and self-esteem

Tina Gardner

Address:

Phone:

4460 Rex Lake Drive, Akron, OH 44319

330 644-4512

Website:

Fees:

Ages:

www.akronymca.org/rotarycamp

$310 per weekend

6 to Adult

Dates:	March 1-3, 2019 March 8-10, 2019 March 22-24, 2019	April 12-14, 2019 April 26-28, 2019 and May 10-12, 2019

Time:	Camper drop off is from 6 – 7 pm on Friday. Camper pick-up is from 10 – 11 am on Sunday Respite Weekends are fun-filled weekend camp-outs held throughout the year at the Rotary Camp. Children and adults with disabilities are eligible to attend. Campers arrive on Friday evening and stay through Sunday morning. Throughout the weekend campers enjoy traditional camp activities, as well as special seasonal ones. These weekends are great opportunities for campers to see their old friends and make new ones as well. It’s also a great way for a first-time camper to gain a short overnight experience.

The goals of their Respite programs are to increase camper’s independence and self-esteem; develop social skills; and to further strengthen the family unit by providing a safe, fun and nurturing environment for individuals with disabilities.

Akron Zoo – Certified Sensory Inclusive

Purpose:	Fun Activity for all guests to feel welcome

Address:	500 Edgewood Ave., Akron, OH 44307 Website:	www.akronzoo.org/accessibility
Fees:	November – March $7.00 per person

April – October	$13.00 Adults $11.00 Seniors (62 & over) $10.00 Children (2-14)

Free Admission and Parking for Akron Zoo Members all year. Parking is $3.00 for non-members Time:	November – March 11:00 am – 4:00 pm	April – October	10:00 am – 5:00 pm
The Akron Zoo is certified sensory inclusive by KultureCity. All staff are trained on sensory processing to raise awareness and inform them of all aspects of the sensory inclusion program.

Sensory bags are available to borrow (free of charge) for any guest who would like to use the bag. Each bag contains noise-cancelling headphones, fidget toys and sunglasses. There are also communication cards to anyone who is non-verbal who may need to communicate with staff.

Several areas of the zoo are designated as quite areas, which are areas where guests don’t tend to linger and it normally doesn’t get as loud. These areas are not silent areas though. They also have “headphone zones,” which are areas that get loud, crowds tend to linger and/or noisy animals are nearby. As guests enter those zones, there is signage indicating that they might need to use the noise-cancelling headphones in those areas.

A Guest Comfort Station is available where guests can go for privacy to nurse, administer medicine or just need a few moments alone away from crowds. More details are available online.

Akron Zoo Events

Purpose:

Address:

Fun Activities

500 Edgewood Ave.

Akron, OH 44307

Phone: Website: Fees:
Ages:

330 375-250 www.akronzoo.org
Vary according to event – see website for details on each event

All

Upcoming Events for 2019:

Zoothing Hour – 3/16, 5/19, 6/21, 7/7, 8/16, and 9/14/19. Zoo opens an hour early for guests with special needs to avoid crowds if they prefer.
Breakfast with the Bunny – April 6, 7, 13, 14, & 15, 2019. Breakfast, a visit with the bunny, and an egg hunt.
Cinco de Mayo – May 4. Enjoy a family-friendly environment for Cinco de Mayo. Mother’s Day – May 12. Free admission for moms and grandmas.
Ode to Otters – May 25. Breakfast, otter training sessions, crafts and visits with Potter the Otter.

Pride of Africa – Grand Opening – See new area, Pride of Africa, featuring African lions, Speke’s gazelles, white storks, and expanded train ride and more.
Father’s Day – June 16. Free admission for dads and grandpas.

Honey Harvest Festival – September 29. Buzz out to this festival celebrating bees and other pollinators. Boo at the Zoo – October 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, and 27, 2019. A non-scary trick-or-treating event.
Zoothing Boo – October 19. Zoo opening an hour early for guests with special needs for Boo at the Zoo. Penguin Palooza – November 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30. Feed the penguins (while supplies last), crafts and free hot chocolate.
Wild Lights – Nov. 29, 30, Dec. 1, 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, and 30, 2019. See the zoo decorated in holiday lights.

Bright Futures Preschool Day Camp

Disability:

Contact:

Address:

Vision Impairment or blindness

Sylvia Snyder

Cleveland Sight Center

1909 E. 101st Street

Cleveland, OH 44106

Phone:

Website:

Fees:

Ages:

Dates:

Time:

216 791-8118

www.clevelandsightcenter.org

$500 full session

3 to 5 years

June 10, 2019 to July 3, 2019 (Monday through Thursday)

9:00 am – noon

Bright Futures Preschool Day Camp is for children with vision impairment/blindness for ages 3 to 5 years.

Camp A.B.C. (Always Be Communicating)

Disability:

Contact:

Autism, Emotional Disturbance, Hearing Impairment, Intellectual Disability, Multiple Disabilities, Other Heath Impairments, Specific Learning Disability, Speech or Language Impairment, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Visual Impairment including Blindness and Developmental Delay.
Holly Reiman, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech Therapist, Camp Director

Address: Phone: Website:
Email:

Peak Potential Therapy, 7689 Sagamore Hills Blvd., Northfield, OH 44067 330 405-8776
www.CampABC.com

contact@peakpotentialtherapy.com

Fees:	Early Registration discount by March 31st, see website for more details. Ages:	3 to 6 years
Dates:	End of May - August 2019 weekly sessions, Tuesday - Thursday Time:	10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Therapeutic, center-based, day camp developed for preschoolers with speech and language delays, and facilitate Kindergarten readiness. We want them to have a fun first-camp experience. We want to provide a fun and interactive way to further develop their communication skills and have a better summer. Kids are engaged in a variety of activities such as creative art, music, language arts, technology, science/nature, in order to improve their social, motor, emotional, eating, play – last-but-not-least – speech and language skills.

Camp is purposefully kept small so each child will get direct instruction from the therapist. Space is limited to a max of 6 kids per week. Staff includes: a therapist and aide to maintain ratio of 3 kids to 1 adult. Reserve your child’s place with a $100 deposit and complete our easy online registration form. Camp tuition includes supplies, visual schedules, transition visual supports, and daily data collection on IEP goals. Optional services: progress report and photo album. We can bill for camp to County Boards of DD, Autism Scholarship Program, Jon Peterson Scholarship, school districts/ESY, PASSS, insurance (partial payment), and more. Flexible scheduling so families can register for individual sessions or the whole camp program. **$$We have a list of grants and scholarships on our website to make camp affordable for every family$$** Camp Fills –Don’t Delay –Register Today!!!

Camp Nuhop – Residential Camp

Disability:

Address:

ADD, ADHD, LD, Asperger’s Syndrome, and other disabilities

1077 Hanover Township Road 2916

Perrysville, OH 44864 Phone:	419 938-7151

Website: Email: Fees:
Ages:

www.nuhop.org info@nuhop.org
Fees and ages vary according to camp

6 to 18+ years

Dates:	Session 1 – June 9-14, 2019

Session 4 – July 7-12, 2019

Session 2 – June 16-21, 2019

Session 5 – July 14-19, 2019

Session 3 – June 23-28, 2019

Session 6 – July 21-26, 2019

Camp Nuhop provides six week-long sessions and four two-week sessions. Each session offers programs that range from traditional activities to national trips. The programs focus on providing an experience that promotes personal growth through success and friendship. Campers in each program are placed in groups of seven with three counselors based on age and compatibility. Every program is offered at least one session during the summer.

Camp Nuhop offers different On-Campus Based Programs: Traditional Camp (Ages 8-18), Exploration Camp (Ages 6-7), Leadership Camp (Ages 16-18). Specialty On-Campus Based Programs: Art Camp (8-18), Science Camp (8-16), Sports Skills Camp (Ages 14-16). Off-Campus Based Programs: Aqua Camp (14-18), Bike Camp (Ages 12-14), Crusoe Camp (Ages 12-18), Western Cowboy/Cowgirl Camp (Ages 13-16), Lake Erie Islands Camp (Ages 13-18), Haunted Ohio (Ages 14-17), Animal Encounters (8-17), Backpacking (14-18), Caves and Climbing (14-18), Walkabout 2 Week Camp (13-18), Expedition Camp (18+, return Campers only). They also offer Extended Program: National Trip – (Ages 16-18 return campers only).

Camp Nuhop Respite Weekends

Disability:

Address:

ADD, ADHD, LD, Asperger’s Syndrome, and other disabilities

1077 Hanover Township Road 2916

Perrysville, OH 44864 Phone:	419 938-7151

Website: Email: Fees:
Ages:

www.nuhop.org info@nuhop.org
Fees and ages vary according to camp

8 and older

There are five Respite Weekends during the school year for returning and prospective new campers to attend. Respite Weekends are a great way for return campers to connect with summer friends as well as participate in some of their favorite summer activities. For prospective campers, Respite Weekends give campers a taste of what summer camp would be like, and a chance to meet some new friends and become acquainted with our camp program. The focus of the weekend is to enjoy the outdoors in the company of friends.

Respite Weekends are usually scheduled on weekends in January, March, May September and November.

Camp Paradise

Disability:

Contact:

Phone:

Address:

Developmental Disabilities

Christen McGlothin

330 722-1900 ext. 165 or toll free 877 546-8568 ext. 165

The Arc of Medina County, 4283 Paradise Road, Seville, OH 44273

Fees:	Non-refundable application fee: $75 week. Call for Fees.

Website:

Ages:

www.shc-medina.org

Adults

Our Summer camp empowers campers to develop independence, self-esteem and life-long friendships in a caring and nurturing environment. A program of SHC for over 50 years, our camp engages campers in a variety of activities ranging from creative arts like music and art therapy to sports, outdoor adventures, swimming, wagon rides and bonfires. Campers from all over Ohio and surrounding states are welcome at Camp Paradise. We have a highly trained staff with a ratio of 1:4 during awake hours. The five weeks of camp are dedicated to adults with developmental disabilities and each week has a different theme: –Sports June 17-21, 2019, Animal Planet June 24-29, 2019, Holidays July 8-12, 2019, Re-Charge and Relax July 15-19, 2019, and Carnival July 22-26, 2019.

Camp Snow Cubs

Disability: Autism, Emotional Disturbance, Intellectual Disability, Multiple Disabilities, Other Health Impairments, Orthopedic Impairment, Specific Learning Disability, Speech or Language Impairment, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Developmental Delays.

Address: Contact: Phone: Website: Email: Fees: Ages: Dates:
Time:

Peak Potential Therapy, 7689 Sagamore Hills Blvd., Northfield, OH 44067 Holly Reimann, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech Therapist, Camp Director
330 405-8776 www.PeakPotentialTherapy.com contact@peakpotentialtherapy.com See website for more details.
10 to 17 years old

December 2019 (see website in the Fall to register)

9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Therapeutic, community-based, day camp developed for tweens to teens with high-functioning disabilities. Run just like the popular SMILE Summer Camp. A fun and interactive way to further develop their social skill and have a better spring break. Kids will work on generalizing their skills in different settings with small group instruction. Plus they get to interact with typical peers naturally in a fun environment. A different field trip every day!

Camp is purposefully kept small so each child will get direct instruction from the therapist throughout the day plus have opportunities to interact with peers. Space is limited and staff includes: speech therapist and aide to maintain ratio of 5 kids to 2 adults. Children with aggressive behaviors, non-verbal, or with multiple disabilities can attend with support of an individual aide (additional fees). Reserve your child’s place with a $100 deposit and complete our easy online registration form. Camp tuition includes field trip costs, visual schedules, transition supports, social stories, and data collection on IEP goals. Optional services: before/after camp care, progress report, and photo album. We can bill for camp to County Boards of DD, SELF Waiver, Autism Scholarship Program, Jon Peterson Scholarship, school districts, insurance (partial payment), PASSS, and more. **$$We have a list of grants and scholarships on our website to make camp affordable for every family$$** Camp fills – Don’t Delay – Register..…. In the Fall!!!

Camp Suntastic

Disability:

Contact: Address:
Phone:

Autism, Emotional Disturbance, Intellectual Disability, Multiple Disabilities, Other Health Impairments, Speech or Language Impairment, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Develop. Delay Holly Reimann, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech Therapist, Camp Director
Peak Potential Therapy, Twinsburg, OH – weekly field trip locations change, see website

330 405-8776

Website:	www.Camp.Suntastic.com                Email: contact@peakpotentialtherapy.com Fees:	Early registration discount by March 31; see website for more details.
Ages:	6+ years

Dates:	June – August 2019, Fridays only	Time:11:30 am – 2:30 pm

The “mini-SMILE Camp” for those who cannot attend a full week of field trips! Therapeutic, recreational, community-based, day camp developed for high-functioning children with various disabilities. We want to provide a fun and interactive way to develop social interaction and generalize skills. Plus they get to interact with typical peers naturally in a fun environment. A different field trip every day! Parents are responsible for dropping off and picking up their kids at the field trip locations, and packing a ready-to-eat lunch. This may include: Great Lakes Science Center, Cleveland Zoo, Fun-n-Stuff, Twinsburg Water Park, Waterworks, Jump Palace, Roseland Lanes, Zip City, and more.

Flexible scheduling to work around your child’s ESY; pick-and-choose which Fridays you want to come! Camp is purposefully kept small so each child will get direct instruction from the therapist throughout the day plus has the opportunities to interact with peers. Space is limited to a max of 6 kids per week and staff includes: a therapist and aide to maintain ratio of 3 kids to 1 adult. Children with aggressive behaviors, non-verbal, or with multiple disabilities can attend with support of an individual aide (additional fees). Reserve your child’s place with a $100 deposit and complete our easy online registration form. Camp tuition includes field trip costs, visual schedules, transition supports, social stories, and data collection on IEP goals. Optional services: progress report, and photo album. We can bill for camp to County Boards of DD, SELF Waiver, Autism Scholarship Program, Jon Peterson Scholarship, school districts, insurance (partial payment), PASSS, and more. **$$We have a list of grants and scholarships on our website to make camp affordable for every family$$** Camp fills – Don’t Delay – Register Today!!!

Camp Wonder

Disability:

Contact:

Autism, ADHD/ADD, Intellectual Disability, Speech and Language Impairment, Developmental Delay, Other Health Impairment, and Emotional Disturbance
Holly Reimann, MA, CCC-SLP, Owner

Address:

Phone:

Peak Potential Therapy, 7689 Sagamore Hills Boulevard, Northfield, OH 44067

330 405-8776

Website:	www.PeakPotentialTherapy.com                 Email: contact@peakpotentialtherapy.com Fees:	Early registration discount by March 31st, see website for more details.
Ages:	6-10 years

Dates:	June-August 2019 (Monday-Friday) Time:	9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Camp Wonder is an academic & therapeutic day camp lead by a certified intervention specialist directed by a Board Certified Behavior Analysist with teaching using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Your child will participate in daily learning activities designed to improve social skills, communication, behavior, independence, and academics. Group activities will be science experiments, team projects, group art projects, and more. Weekly themes are exciting and engaging, which encourages active participation and learning. Our daily schedule provides opportunities to explore, experiment, develop problem-solving skills, and create friendships.

Flexible scheduling allows parents and families to register for individual weeks or the whole six-week camp. Camp is purposefully kept to small group so each child will get direct instruction from the intervention specialist. Space is limited to a max of 6 kids per week. Staff includes: an intervention specialist and aide to maintain ratio (3 kids to 1 adult). Optional services for additional fees: Before/After camp care, progress report, & photo album. Children with aggressive behaviors, non-verbal, or with multiple disabilities can attend with support of an individual aide (additional fee). Reserve your child’s place with a $100 deposit and complete our easy, online registration form. Camp tuition includes supplies, visual schedules, transition supports, and daily data collection on IEP goals. We can bill for camp to County Boards of DD, Autism Scholarship Program, Jon Peterson Scholarship, school districts for ESY, insurance, PASSS, and more. **$$We have a list of grants and scholarships on our website to make camp affordable for every family$$** Camp fills – Don’t Delay – Register Today!!!

Career Exploration

Disability:

Contact:

Address:

Vision impairment or blindness

Sylvia Snyder

Cleveland Sight Center

1909 E. 101st Street

Cleveland, OH 44106

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216 791-8118

www.clevelandsightcenter.org

call for information

14 to 16 years

July 22, 2019 to August 2, 2019 (Monday through Friday)

9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Day program serving young people ages 14 to 16 with vision impairment or blindness. Career exploration activities including instruction, job shadowing, job sampling and volunteer activities

Chord Buddy Guitar Camp

Disability: Inclusion camp for typically developing students and students with special needs.

Contact:	Beyond Words: Music and Dance Center, Erin Jester

Address:	6058 Royalton Road

North Royalton, OH 44133

Phone:	440 230-6100

Fees:	Call for details

Ages:	5-7 years, 8-10 years, and 11-13 years

Dates:	Monday – Friday, 1.5 hours per day, 1 week camp

Led by Board Certified Music Therapists, our Chord Buddy Guitar Camp offers students a chance to become immediately successful in playing the guitar with their peers with our adapted music program. Students will be organized into groups based on their age and ability level. Our staff ratio is 1 instructor for 4 students, so we have the ability to meet the interests and needs of each camper. Students must have their own guitar and Chord Buddy, but we can help with instrument selection for your child. Please see our website for more details, dates, and costs.

Early Childhood (2 and 3 year-olds) Zoo Camp – With Caregiver

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Website:

500 Edgewood Ave., Akron, OH 44307 330 375-2550
www.akronzoo.org/zoo-camp

Fees:	Akron Zoo Members - $25	Non-Zoo Members - $30 Ages:	2 and 3 year-olds
Time:	9:30 am – 11:00 am

Dates:	June 10, 2019 through August 9, 2019

Animal Yoga – Can you stand like a flamingo? Or stretch like a snake? Practice your best yoga poses in this camp.
AY-1 June 10, 2019	AY-4 July 19, 2019

Let’s Eat! – What do animals like to eat? Learn about herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores and which one you are.
LE-1 June 17, 2019	LE-4 July 26, 2019

Fur, Feathers, Scales – What makes a bird different from a mammal or a reptile? Find out in this camp! FF-1 June 24, 2019	FF-4 August 2, 2019
V is for Veterinarian – What does a veterinarian do all day? Learn what it takes to care for all animals at the zoo.
VV-1 July 1, 2019	VV-4 August 9, 2019

Pride of Africa – Help us celebrate our new exhibit and learn all about animals from Africa! PA-1 July 8, 2019

Camp activities include free play, stories, music, a take-home craft, a snack, an animal encounter, a T-shirt, and a short tour of the zoo.

Early Childhood (4 and 5 year-olds) Zoo Camp – With Caregiver

Address: Phone:
Website:

500 Edgewood Ave., Akron, OH 44307 330 375-2550
www.akronzoo.org/zoo-camp

Fees:	Akron Zoo Members - $30	Non-Zoo Members - $35

Ages:	4 and 5-year olds who have not completed kindergarten by June 2019. Time:	9:30 am – 11:30 am
Dates:	June 14, 2019 through August 5, 2019

Animal Yoga – Can you stand like a flamingo? Or stretch like a snake? Practice your best yoga poses in this camp.
AY-2 June 14, 2019	AY-3 July 15, 2019

Let’s Eat! – What do animals like to eat? Learn about herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores and which one you are.
LE-2 June 21, 2019	LE-3 July 22, 2019

Fur, Feathers, Scales – What makes a bird different from a mammal or a reptile? Find out in this camp! FF-2 June 28, 2019	FF-3 July 29, 2019
V is for Veterinarian – What does a veterinarian do all day? Learn what it takes to care for all animals at the zoo.
VV-2 July 5, 2019	VV-3 August 5, 2019

Pride of Africa – Help us celebrate our new exhibit and learn all about animals from Africa! PA-2 July 12, 2019

Camp activities include free play, stories, music, a take-home craft, a snack, an animal encounter, a T-shirt, and a short tour of the zoo.

Early Intensive Behavior Intervention

Disability:

Contact:

Mild-Severe Autism, ADHD/ADD, Emotional Disturbance, Mild Intellectual Disability, Other Health Impairments (Minor-Major), Specific Learning Disability, Mild-Severe Speech or Language Impairment, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Mild-Severe Developmental Delays
Holly Reimann, MA, CCC-SLP, or Sharon Midura, COBA, BCBA

Address: Phone: Website: Email: Fees: Ages: Dates:
Time:

Peak Potential Therapy, 7689 Sagamore Hills Blvd., Northfield, OH 44067 330 405-8776
www.PeakPotentialTherapy.com contact@peakpotentialtherapy.com starting at $2,900/month
2 to 7 years

Year-round program

Meeting your family’s needs between 7:30 am – 7:30 pm

Individualized instruction facilitated by Registered Behavior Technicians and directed by an on-site certified behavior consultant utilizing ABA teaching methodology to meet your child’s and family’s needs in a center-based setting. Plus, you will receive a working binder to facilitate carryover to other settings. This comprehensive & customized program for each child with parental involvement at home is what every child needs to minimize social, academic, and family life stress and gain more independence. We have limited spots. A behavior and skills assessment will be completed to determine placement and treatment planning. With the one-on-one instruction kids work on their individual areas of need, and then the kids come together for social group time for art, games, literacy, science/nature, motor, music, and more.
Flexible scheduling options include monthly, whole summer or year-round programming to meet all families’ needs. Funding options include Help Me Grow/POLR, County Boards of DD, Autism Scholarship Program, John Peterson Scholarship, School Districts/ESY, insurance, and more! **$$We have a list of grants and scholarships on our website to make therapy affordable for every family$$** Complete our easy, online registration. Program fills – don’t delay – register today!!

Educational Service Center of Medina County Summer Enrichment Program 2019

Purpose: Contact:
Address:

Preschool Program To meet the needs of all individual learners
Rachel Krauss, Director of Special Needs Initiatives

Windfall School, 4691 Windfall Road, Medina, OH 44256

Phone:	330 723-6939 ext. 137	Email: rkrauss@medinaesc.org Fees:	Tuition for program is $650 for the 4-week session** Ages:	Preschool Program
Dates:	Week 1 – June 24-27 M/T/W/Th Week 2 – July 1-3 M/T/W* Week 3 July 8-11 M/T/W/Th
Week 4 July 15-18 M/T/W/Th	*3-day week due to the July 4th holiday. Time:	9:30 am – 12:00 pm

This ESC Summer Enrichment Program hosted by MCBDD is designed for Pre-K students who can benefit from a structured and relevant small group environment with a focus on building personal and social confidence. Our program is structured to provide students who struggle with social situations a vehicle to practice social skills within a small group setting and opportunities to generalize these skills in the community.

Our preschool program is designed to meet the needs of all individual learners by continuing to build on the skills acquired throughout the school year, with a focus on social-emotional, functional, communication, and academic skills.

All classrooms are staffed with an Intervention Specialist and trained paraprofessionals. Speech therapy is available, as well as occupational therapy provided through a partnership with ABC Therapy. A Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will oversee the program and be available for behavior support.

Registration is due by May 31, 2019. **Registration is for the entire session. We cannot provide refunds or adjusted cost due to missed days/weeks.

Educational Service Center of Medina County Summer Enrichment Program 2019

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Address:

Elementary, Middle School, and High School Classrooms

School Age students who can benefit from a structured and relevant small group environment Rachel Krauss, Director of Special Needs Initiatives
Windfall School, 4691 Windfall Road, Medina, OH 44256

Phone:	330 723-6939 ext. 137	Email: rkrauss@medinaesc.org Fees:	Tuition for program is $1250 for the 6-week session** Ages:	Elementary, Middle School, High School Classrooms

Dates:	Week 1 – June 17-20 M/T/W/Th

Week 3 July 1-3* M/T/W

Week 2 – June 24-27 M/T/W/Th

Week 4 July 8-11 M/T/W/Th

Week 5 July 15-18 M/T/W/Th	Week 6 July 22-25 M/T/W/Th	*3 day week due to July 4th holiday Time:	9:00 am – 1:00 pm
This ESC Summer Enrichment Program hosted by MCBDD is designed for students (K-grade 3, grade 4-7, and high school) who can benefit from a structured and relevant small group environment with a focus on building personal and social confidence. Our program is structured to provide students who struggle with social situations a vehicle to practice social skills within a small group setting and opportunities to generalize these skills in the community.

Our elementary, middle, and high school classrooms are classroom based three days per week and a community based one day per week. Instruction is focused on “learning by doing” and will include group discussion, identification of target skills, small group projects, role play, and preparation for community outings. Students will work on social-emotional development, self-regulation, communication, academic skills and specific IEP goals identified by the school team. Our high school classroom has an added focus on transition related activities and employability skill building. Field trips will be planned weekly.

All classrooms are staffed with an Intervention Specialist and trained paraprofessionals. Speech therapy is available, as well as occupational therapy provided through a partnership with ABC Therapy. A Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will oversee the program and be available for behavior support. Registration is due by May 31, 2019. **Registration is for the entire session. We cannot provide refunds or adjusted cost due to missed days/weeks.

Fine Motor Readiness Camp

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Support Developing Fine Motor Skills

LLA Therapy, 150 N. Miller Road, Akron, OH 44333

330 867-2240

www.LLATherapy.org

$60 per week, buy 5 weeks get 1 free

3 – 6 years

Dates:	June 7, 14, 21, 28, July 12, 19, 26, and August 2, and 9, 2019

Time:	8:30 am – 10:00 am Fridays only

For campers who need support developing fine motor skills. Fun and creative multi-sensory and motor activities that include yoga and crafts will be used along with the program, Handwriting Without Tears. These will improve campers’ independence with the following: using writing utensils for pre-writing skills; self-help skills for buttons, zippers and snaps; and eye-hand coordination skills for cutting or catching a ball. Led by occupational therapy staff.

Highbrook Lodge – Cleveland Sight Center

Disability:

Contact:

Blindness/Low Vision

Jenny Schaeffer, Camp Manager/Cleveland Sight Center

Address:	12944 Aquilla Road, Chardon, OH 44024

Phone:	216 658-4596	Website: http://www.clevelandsightcenter.org/highbrook-lodge

Fees:	Varies depending on camp session. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. Ages:	Birth to 99 years
Dates:	Varies depending on camper’s age

Thousands of children, families and adults have walked the trails of Highbrook Lodge over the past 90+ years. They’ve witnessed how the spirit of camp – embodied by our campers, staff, and friends – makes Highbrook Lodge one of the best places on earth.

All of our campers, aged 0-99, are individuals with low vision or blindness. We offer them a safe, well supervised, and supportive environment. We also foster a close-knit community where everyone is accepted and where friendships flourish. This is evident in the fact that most of our campers return summer after summer, calling Highbrook Lodge their home away from home!

One of the things that makes Highbrook truly unique is our commitment to serving campers of all ages. We offer residential sessions for young people (aged 7 to 21) and for adults (aged 21 to 99). We also offer weekend sessions for our youngest clients (aged 0 to 10) and their immediate families. Further, we frequently hold day trips to allow campers, both new and old, to experience a day in the life of Highbrook. We even offer fall and winter weekend camps in the off-season!

Highbrook Lodge is proud to be accredited by the American Camp Association. We also ensure that a licensed medical professional is always on-site. We provide well-balanced, nutritious meals and our property is well maintained and equipped with accessible facilities, guide wire, and comfortable sleeping arrangements.

Introduction to Geocaching for Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts

Purpose:

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To prepare for an Outdoor Experience

Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens

714 North Portage Path

Akron, OH 44303

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330 836-5533

www.Stanhywet.org

Scouts ages 5+ and their families

Members $8.50 Scouts, $14 Adults – Non-Members $12 Scouts, and $20 Adults

Dates:	Programs start promptly at 10:30 am on the following dates: 4/13/19 and 5/4/19.

Do you like the challenge of trying to locate hidden treasures? Experience geocaching, the fun activity of finding a hidden object by using GPS coordinates. Try geocaching, while discovering Stan Hywet’s historic landscape. House and grounds admission is included with each registration. Pre-registration is required. Registration opens in mid-March.

Joni and Friends Family Retreat – A Special Needs Family Retreat

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All are welcome!

Joni and Friends Ohio

1181 Noe Bixby Road Columbus, Ohio 43213

614 861-8920

www.joniandfriends.org/Ohio

All

Fees:	Price varies based on family size. Family of 4 - $1240. Scholarships are available.

Dates:	June 24-28, 2019 July 22-26, 2019

Joni and Friends Family Retreats seek to encourage love, and support all members of families affected by disability. Enjoy five days at a safe and accessible family camp environment with special evening activities, age appropriate gatherings, and connections with families who understand the challenges of life with disability.

Kindercrafters

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Prepare campers for Kindergarten

LLA Therapy

150 North Miller Road Akron, Ohio 44333

330 867-2240

www.LLATherapy.org

4 to 6 years

$300

August 4, 5, 6, and 7, 2019

9:30 am – 11:30 am

Children learn best with hands on experience! The early years are all about fostering a love to play, explore, create and learn through fun crafts and games. Campers will have exposure to a variety of artsy, imaginative activities that nurture their fine motor skills (cutting, coloring, drawing, writing, crafting) to get them ready for Kindergarten.

Life Steps Camp

Disability:

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Cognitive and Functional Disabilities

Life Steps Camp

5200 Lake Road

Medina, OH 44256

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Sharon Biggins, Camp Director

330 591-4434 ext. 7010

www.medinacreativehousing.com

$325/week

8 years to adult

10 separate weeks of camp from 6/3/19 – 8/16/19

8:00 am – 4:00 pm

All food, activities and transport fees are included in the price. IO, SELF and Level One waiver funding and or Family Resources may be available to cover the cost of programming. We have some partial scholarship money available for those with financial need.

Lil’ Lighthouse Camp

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Promote language, socialization, play and motor skills

LLA Therapy

150 North Miller Road Akron, Ohio 44333

330 867-2240

www.LLATherapy.org

3 to 6 years

$300 per week; buy 5 weeks; get 1 free

Weeks of June 11, 18, 25, July 9, 16, 23, 30 and August 6, 2019

8:30 am – 11:00 am Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

Let LLA Therapy help your little lighthouse shine brighter! With guidance from a multi-disciplinary team, campers will focus on building language, socialization, play, motor, sensory regulation and self-help skills. During fun and engaging opportunities like circle time, yoga, and crafts, campers will practice using tools to improve peer relationships, pre-writing skills, eye-hand coordination, and communication. Led by speech-language and occupational therapy staff.

LLA Adventurers Camp

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New teen series geared for 13 to 17 year olds who want to socialize and have fun! LLA Therapy
150 N. Miller Road

Akron, OH 44333

Phone: Website: Fees: Ages:
Dates:

330 867-2240 www.LLATherapy.org Varies by Activity
13 to 17 years old

June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and August 5, 2019

Mindfulness, Yoga, and Leisure Camp	Time: 9:00 am – 10:00 am	Cost per week: $25.00 Your teen will explore various mindfulness techniques and learn yoga to use as strategies for self-regulation and relaxation during their daily routine. Leisure and art activities will also be introduced as a way to facilitate purpose and healthy well-being.
Game and Social Camp	Time: 10:00 am – 11:00 am	Cost per week: $25.00 Bingo! This camp will expose your teen to a variety of board and table games while they learn and use social skills with peers! Each week, your teen will work on appropriate turn-taking, being a good sport, problem solving, fine motor and bilateral coordination skills, and self-regulation skills.
Cooking Camp	Time: 11:00 am – 1:30 pm	Cost per week: $100.00 (includes cost of food)

Teen campers will focus on preparing simple meals and discuss healthy options. They will learn how to find recipes, make a grocery list, measure ingredients, use a variety of kitchen utensils and appliances, clean up afterwards, all while having fun and socializing with peers.

LLA Explorers Camp

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To improve communication and social skills

LLA Therapy

150 N. Miller Road

Akron, OH 44333

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330 867-2240

www.LLATherapy.org

$360 per week; buy 5 weeks get 1 free

5 to 9 years

Weeks of June 11, 18, 25, July 9, 16, 23, 30, and August 6, 2019

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

It’s time for an exciting adventure where campers can explore ways to improve communication and social skills while addressing sensory and emotional regulation. Campers will utilize problem solving skills as they engage in motor planning through play and structured tasks. Appropriate social behaviors will be targeted during fun activities and a variety of learning opportunities. Each camper will also learn strategies for refining their letter formation, spacing, and line placement as they develop the posture and core strength necessary for printing. Led by speech-language and occupational therapy staff.

Making Sense of Stan Hywet for Daisy Scouts

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Fun Family Activity – to Prepare for an Outdoor Experience

Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens

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714 North Portage Path, Akron, OH 44303

330 836-5533

www.Stanhywet.org

Fees:	Members: $8.50 Girl Scout Daisy, $14 Adult – Non-Members: $12 Girl Scout Daisy, $20 Adult – Program starts promptly at 1:00 pm – Pre-registration required; registration opens in mid-March.

Ages:	Daisy Scouts ages 5-7 and their families

Dates:	Programs begin promptly at 1:00 pm on the following dates: 4/14/19 and 5/5/19.

Daisy Girl Scouts will use their five senses to discover and record a variety of often-overlooked details around the historic Manor House, and within several of its beautiful surrounding gardens. Materials for designing a take away field notebook and house and gardens admission are included.

Music in Color Camp

Disability: Tailored specifically for student with special needs

Contact:	Beyond Words: Music & Dance Center, Erin Jester

Address:	6058 Royalton Road

North Royalton, OH 44133

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440 230-6100

www.beyondwordscenter.org

Monday-Friday, 1.5 hours per day, 1-week camp

Call for details.

Led by Board Certified Music Therapists, Music in Color Camp offers students a change to engage together through structured musical ensembles and learning how to play multiple instruments through our adapted music program – boomwhackers, guitar, piano, hand bells and tone chimes. Students will be organized into groups based on ability level. Our staff ratio is 1 instructor for 4 students, so we have the ability to meet the interests and needs of each camper. Please see our website for more details, dates, and costs.

PASS Camp – Performing Arts Social Skills Camp

Disability: Tailored specifically for students with special needs

Contact:	Beyond Words: Music & Dance Center, Erin Jester

Address:	6058 Royalton Road

North Royalton, OH 44133

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440 230-6100

www.beyondwordscenter.org

Call for details

3-5, 6-8, 9-11, 13-15 and 18+ years

9:00 am - noon

Monday – Friday, 1-week camp

Led by board-certified music therapists, PASS Camp offers children a chance to engage together through structured musical experiences – musical ensembles and active music making with guitars, piano, ukulele, percussion instruments; song writing; dancing and choreography; and drama games. Students will be organized into groups based on their age and ability level. Our staff ratio is 1 instructor for 4 students, so we have the ability to personalize this camp to meet the interests and need of each camper. This camp is offered at three locations: Highland Heights, North Royalton, and Avon. Please see website for more details, dates, and costs.

Pete the Cat Camp

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Address:

Phonemic Awareness, Rhyming, and Descriptive Story Telling

LLA Therapy

150 N. Miller Road

Akron, OH 44333

Phone:	330 867-2240

Fees:	$300.00

Ages:	4 to 7 years

Time:	9:30 am – 11:30 am

Dates:	July 29, 30, 31, and August 1, 2019

Move and groove with Pete the Cat and his friends. Campers will channel their inner musician by writing songs after they get inspired by reading Pet the Cat books. Phonemic awareness and rhyming along with descriptive story telling will be emphasized. Participation in movement and craft activities will help support their journey.

Pinkalicious Party Camp

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Address:

To engage in rich literacy activities

LLA Therapy

150 N. Miller Road

Akron, OH 44333

Phone:	330 867-2240

Fees:	$300.00

Ages:	4 to 7 years

Time:	9:30 am – 11:30 am

Dates:	July 15, 16, 17, and 18

Have a pinkariffic time exploring the world of Pinkalicious! After reading pinktastic stories, children will have the opportunity to engage in rich literacy activities like phonemic awareness, role playing, identifying characters, themes, and settings; all while having fun engaging in movement and craft activities.

Richland Carrousel

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Indoor Carrousel, Picnic Tables, Gift Shop, Load of Events - Accessibility

Richland Carrousel Park

Address:	75 North Main Street, Mansfield, OH 44902

Phone:	419 522-4223	Email: info@richlandcarrousel.com

Website:	www.RichlandCarrousel.com also on Facebook

Fees:	Admittance is free. Check website for prices.

Ages:	All

Dates:	Open year-round

This is the first hand-carved carrousel to be built in the US since the 1930’s. Our figures are carved in the style of G.A. Dentzel, revered carver of the 1900’s. Open seven days a week. See our gift shop for Ohio and US made products. Indoor carrousel, picnic tables, gift shop and load of events.

Call our friendly staff for information on birthday parties, weddings, receptions, class and family reunions, home school programs, mother’s get-togethers, pot luck luncheons, and celebrations of life. Our parties and private rentals are the most economical in the area. Contact us for information on School Group Programs and Scout Patch Program. We do these programs for any group.

Seiberling Explorers

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Fun Family Activity – to prepare for an Outdoor Experience

Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens

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Website:

714 North Portage Path, Akron, OH 44303

330 836-5533

www.Stanhywet.org

Fees:	Members: Free, Non-Members: Free with Paid Admission

Ages:	Children 3-6 and their families

Dates:	Programs begin promptly at 10:30 am on the following dates: 4/17, 5/1, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, and 8/14/19.

Be a “Seiberling Explorer” on select Wednesday mornings. Children ages 3-6 with an adult will participate in a variety of interactive adventures in the Playgarden and throughout the estate. Topics will include animal habitats, geocaching, water colors, photography, butterflies, and “Questing.” Children 3-6 must be accompanied by an adult – Programs begin promptly at 10:30 am at the Carriage House Courtyard – Included in a “Garden & Grounds” admission.

S.M.I.L.E. Summer Camp (12th year; Special Memories Include Laughter & Enrichment Day Camp)

Disability: Autism, Emotional Disturbance, Intellectual Disability, Multiple Disabilities, Other Health Impairments, Orthopedic Impairment, Specific Learning Disability, Speech or Language Impairment, Traumatic Brain Injury and Developmental Delays

Address: Contact:
Phone:

Peak Potential Therapy, 7689 Sagamore Hills Blvd., Northfield, OH 44067 Holly Reimann, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech Therapist, Camp Director
330 405-8776

Website:	www.SMILESummerCamp.com Email: contact@PeakPotentialTherapy.com Fees:	Early registration discount by March 31st; see website for more details. Ages:	5-10 years, and 10-16 years (alternating weekly sessions)
Dates:	End of May – August 2019 (Monday-Friday)	Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Therapeutic, community-based, day camp developed for high-functioning children with various disabilities. Children with aggressive behaviors, non-verbal, or with multiple disabilities can attend with support of an individual aide. We want to provide a fun and interactive way to further develop their social skill and have a better summer. Kids are encouraged to use their skills in different settings with small group instruction. Plus they get to interact with typical peers naturally in a fun environment. A different field trip every day! We begin our day at the therapy center then we transport the kids to the field trips, and come back to the center at the end of the day. This may include: Great Lakes Science Center, Cleveland Zoo, Fun-n-Stuff, Twinsburg Water Park, Waterworks, Jump Palace, horseback riding, Roseland Lanes, Zip City, and more. Camp is purposefully small so each child will get direct instruction from the speech therapist throughout the day plus have the opportunities to interact with peers. If you cannot attend a full week, then “Camp Suntastic” is good fit for you.

Space is limited to a max of 6 kids per week. Staff includes: a full-time speech-language therapist and camp assistant. Reserve your child’s place with a $100 deposit and complete our easy online registration form. Weekly camp tuition includes daily field trip costs, visual schedules, transition visual supports, social stories, daily data collection on IEP goals, daily communication log, and daily kid’s journal. Optional services: progress report, bound social story book, and photo album. We can bill for camp to County Boards of DD, Autism Scholarship Program, Jon Peterson Scholarship, school districts, Anthem, Aetna, SummaCare, and more. Camp Fills –Don’t Delay –Register Today!!! If a 3rd party is paying for camp, and funds are confirmed, then no deposit is required.

Social Skills Group

Disability: Autism, Emotional Disturbance, Intellectual Disability, Multiple Disabilities, Other Health Impairments, Orthopedic Impairment, Specific Learning Disability, Speech or Language Impairment, Traumatic Brain Injury and Developmental Delays

Address:

Contact:

Peak Potential Therapy, 7684 Sagamore Hills Blvd., Northfield, OH 44067

Holly Reimann, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech Therapist, Camp Director

Website:

Phone:

www.PeakPotentialTherapy.com Email: contact@peakpotentialtherapy.com

330 405-8776

Ages:	Level 1 to Level 4 for 3 – 18 years of age

Dates:	1 day/week, varies by age and level, year-round options, see website Fees:	See website for more details.

Description: Our Social Skills Groups use play and ABA as the primary medium to enhance language comprehension and expression. Level 1 includes arts and crafts, fine and gross motor play, games, pretend play and more; children will learn the Ready Body Program to teach important skills to be safe and have fun while playing and socializing. For Level 2, children will continue using the Ready Body Program and interact with peers during a variety of activities, including arts and crafts, games, music and pretend play to encourage group participation. Level 3 play becomes more sophisticated and is centered on favorite interests. Components of this group will be expanding interests, using favorites for motivation, and introducing collaborative group activities. Pop culture topics, such as current books and movies, will be discussed. At Level 4, teens will work in groups to complete tasks and participate in games. While doing so, they can improve their skills in listening, following directions, and giving directions. Many fun projects will be completed during their time together. Community outings maybe scheduled based on clients’ needs to generalize skills.

Group is purposefully kept small so each child will get direct instruction from the speech therapist or intervention specialist and have the opportunities to interact with peers. Space is limited to a max of 6 kids per group and staff includes: a therapist and aide to maintain ratio of 3 kids to 1 adult. Children with aggressive behaviors, non-verbal, or with multiple disabilities can attend with support of an individual aide (additional fee). Complete our easy online registration form. Social Group fee includes supplies, visual schedules, transition supports, social stories, and data collection on IEP goals. We can bill to County Boards of DD, Autism Scholarship Program, Jon Peterson Scholarship, school districts, insurance (partial payment), PASSS, and more. **$$We have a list of grants and scholarships on our website to make camp affordable for every family$$** Camp fills – Don’t Delay – Register Today!!!

Spring Break Camp

Disability: ADHD/ADD, Developmental Delay, Mild to Moderate Autism, PDD-NOS, Asperger’s, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and Traumatic Brain Injury

Address: Contact: Website: Phone: Ages: Dates: Time:
Fees:

Peak Potential Therapy, 7689 Sagamore Hills Blvd., Northfield, OH 44067 Holly Reimann, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech Therapist, Camp Director www.PeakPotentialTherapy.com
330 405-8776 10-17 years March 2019
9:00 am – 3:00 pm

See website for more details.

Therapeutic, community-based, day camp developed for tweens to teens with various disabilities. Run just like the popular SMILE Summer Camp. We want to provide a fun and interactive way to further develop their social skill and have a better spring break. Teens will work on generalizing their skills in different settings with small group instruction. Plus they get to interact with typical peers naturally in a fun environment. A different field trip every day!

Camp is purposefully kept small so each child will get direct instruction from the therapist throughout the day plus has the opportunities to interact with peers. Space is limited and staff includes: speech therapist and aide to maintain ratio of 5 kids to 2 adults. Children with aggressive behaviors, non-verbal, or with multiple disabilities can attend with support of an individual aide (additional fees). Reserve your child’s place with a $100 deposit and complete our easy online registration form. Camp tuition includes field trip costs, visual schedules, transition supports, social stories, and data collection on IEP goals. Optional services: before/after camp care, progress report, and photo album. We can bill for camp to County Boards of DD, SELF Waiver, Autism Scholarship Program, Jon Peterson Scholarship, school districts, insurance (partial payment), PASSS, and more. **$$We have a list of grants and scholarships on our website to make camp affordable for every family$$** Camp fills – Don’t Delay – Register Today!!!

Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens

Purpose:

Address:

Fun Activity

Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens

714 North Portage Path

Akron, OH 44303-1399

Website:

Fees:

Ages:

Time:

www.stanhywet.org

Vary according to various tours and events

All

10:00 am – 6:00 pm Closed Mondays (last admission at 4:30 pm)

Dates:	Some of their events include: Egg Hunt- April 20, 2019, Woof Walks-most Sundays April-October (check website to confirm dates), Mother’s Day-May 12, 2019, Father’s Day Car Show-June 16, 2019, more events listed on their website.

Open April 2 through December, Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens is one of the most important examples of an American Country Estate built at the turn of the 20th century during the Industrial age. Stan Hywet was home to F. A. Seiberling, co-founder of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, and his family. For more information, visit www.stanhywet.org.

Stars and Stripes – LLA Therapy at Barberton High School Location

Purpose:

Address:

To Target IEP Goals

Barberton High School

555 Barber Road

Barberton, OH 44203

Website:

Fees:

Ages:

Time:

www.LLATherapy.org

$300.00 per week

Preschool through High School

9:00 am – 12:00 pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

Dates:           Wk. 1 TBD Wk. 3 TBD
Wk. 5 TBD

Wk. 2 TBD Wk. 4 TBD
Wk. 6 TBD

Stars and Stripes is a 6-week long summer program design to target IEP goals in a fun and engaging school-based environment. With a 2:1 student to staff ratio, Stars and Stripes provides the highest level of individual support to every child, no matter the needs. Stars and Stripes specialized academic support in addition to behavioral, music, occupational, physical and speech therapies under one roof. Our specialists work together to formulate educational based activities that promote socialization and growth.

Stars and Stripes – LLA Therapy at Brunswick High School Location

Purpose:

Address:

To Target IEP Goals

Brunswick High School

3581 Center Road

Brunswick, OH 44212

Website:

Fees:

Ages:

Time:

www.LLATherapy.org

$300.00 per week

Preschool through High School

9:00 am – 12:00 pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

Dates:           Wk. 1 June 11, 12, & 13, 2019 Wk. 3 June 25, 26, & 27, 2019
Wk. 5 July 23, 24, & 25, 2019

Wk. 2 June 17, 18, & 19, 2019 Wk. 4 July 16, 17, & 18, 2019
Wk. 6 July 30, 31, and August 1, 2019

Stars and Stripes is a 6-week long summer program design to target IEP goals in a fun and engaging school-based environment. With a 2:1 student to staff ratio, Stars and Stripes provides the highest level of individual support to every child, no matter the needs. Stars and Stripes specialized academic support in addition to behavioral, music, occupational, physical and speech therapies under one roof. Our specialists work together to formulate educational based activities that promote socialization and growth.

Stars and Stripes – LLA Therapy at Copley-Fairlawn High School Location

Purpose:

Address:

To Target IEP Goals

Copley-Fairlawn High School

3807 Ridgewood Road

Akron, OH 44321

Website:

Fees:

Ages:

Time:

www.LLATherapy.org

$300.00 per week

Preschool through High School

9:00 am – 12:00 pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

Dates:	Wk. 1 June 11, 12, & 13, 2019 Wk. 3 June 9, 10, & 11, 2019
Wk. 5 July 30, 31, & August 1, 2019

Wk. 2 June 18, 19, & 20, 2019 Wk. 4 July 16, 17, & 18, 2019
Wk. 6 August 6, 7, and 8, 2019

Stars and Stripes is a 6-week long summer program design to target IEP goals in a fun and engaging school-based environment. With a 2:1 student to staff ratio, Stars and Stripes provides the highest level of individual support to every child, no matter the needs. Stars and Stripes specialized academic support in addition to behavioral, music, occupational, physical and speech therapies under one roof. Our specialists work together to formulate educational based activities that promote socialization and growth.

Stars and Stripes – LLA Therapy at Medina High School Location

Purpose:

Address:

To Target IEP Goals

Medina High School

777 E. Union Street

Medina, OH 44256

Website:

Fees:

Ages:

Time:

www.LLATherapy.org

$300.00 per week

Preschool through High School

9:00 am – 12:00 pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

Dates:	Wk. 1 June 18, 19, & 20, 2019 Wk. 3 July 9, 10, & 11, 2019
Wk. 5 July 30, 31 & August 1, 2019

Wk. 2 June 25, 26, & 27, 2019 Wk. 4 July 16, 17, & 18, 2019
Wk. 6 August 6, 7, & 8, 2019

Stars and Stripes is a 6-week long summer program design to target IEP goals in a fun and engaging school-based environment. With a 2:1 student to staff ratio, Stars and Stripes provides the highest level of individual support to every child, no matter the needs. Stars and Stripes specialized academic support in addition to behavioral, music, occupational, physical and speech therapies under one roof. Our specialists work together to formulate educational based activities that promote socialization and growth.

Summer Youth Work Experience Program

Disability:

Address:

Vision impairment or blindness

Cleveland Sight Center

1909 E. 101st Street

Cleveland, OH 44106

Contact:

Phone:

Website:

Fees:

Ages:

Dates:

Sylvia Snyder

216 791-8118

www.clevelandsightcenter.org

Based on OOD fee schedule – must be an OOD client

17 to 21 years

June 9, 2019 – July 12, 2019

Independent living opportunity including instruction, paid employment and option for orientation and mobility training, technology instruction and activities of daily living training for young adults aged 17 to 21 years.

Wiggly Writers

Purpose:

Address:

Improve Handwriting Skills

LLA Therapy

150 N. Miller Road

Akron, OH 44333

Phone:

Website:

Fees:

Ages:

Dates:

Time:

330 867-2240

www.LLATherapy.org

$80 per week, buy 5 get 1 free

5 to 9 years

June 7, 14, 21, 28, July 12, 19, 26, August 2, and 9, 2019

10:30 am – 12:30 pm Fridays only

For campers who need to improve printing skills. Fun and creative multi-sensory and motor activities that include yoga and crafts will be used along with the program, Handwriting Without Tears. Campers will address letter formation, spacing, and line placement while working on improved posture and core strength necessary for good printing. Led by occupational therapy staff.

You Can Play the Piano Camp

Disability: Inclusion camp for typically developing students and students with special needs.

Contact:	Beyond Words: Music & Dance Center, Erin Jester

Address:	6058 Royalton Road

North Royalton, OH 44133

Phone:

Website:

Fees:

Ages:

Days:

440 230-6100

www.beyondwordscenter.org

Call for details

5-7, 8-10, 11-13 years

Monday-Friday, 1.5 hours per week, 1-week camp

Led by Board Certified Music Therapists, our Piano Camp offers students a chance to become immediately successful in playing the piano with their peers in our adapted music program. Students will be organized into groups based on their age and ability level. Our staff ratio is 1 instructor for 4 students, so we have the ability to meet the interests and needs of each camper. Please see our website for more details, dates, and cost.

You Can Play the Ukulele Camp

Disability: Inclusion camp for typically developing students and students with special needs.

Contact:	Beyond Words: Music & Dance Center, Erin Jester

Address:	6058 Royalton Road

North Royalton, OH 44133

Phone:

Website:

Fees:

Ages:

Days:

440 230-6100

www.beyondwordscenter.org

Call for details

5-7, 8-10, 11-13 years

Monday-Friday, 1.5 hours per week, 1-week camp

Led by Board Certified Music Therapists, our Ukulele Camp offers students a chance to become immediately successful in playing the ukulele with their peers in our adapted music program. Students will be organized into groups based on their age and ability level. Our staff ratio is 1 instructor for 4 students, so we have the ability to meet the interests and needs of each camper. Students must bring their personal ukulele. Please see our website for more details, dates and cost.