SPECIAL NEEDS SUMMER CAMPS 2008
1) EASTER SEALS SOCIETY
CAMP ADDRESS: 1902 Easterday Road
Carrollton, KY 41008
PHONE: (502) 732-5333 FAX: (502) 732-0783
E-MAIL: FUN@KYSOC.ORG
TYPE OF CAMP: Residential camp with group living in the out-of-doors. As much like other youth camps as possible. For children (6 years old and above) and adults with severe and/or multiple needs.
DATES:
June 10 –13 / Northkey Community Care Respite I(16& up)$515.
June 8-13 / Developmental Adult I (Ages 18 & up)$735.
June 8 –13 / Physical Adult (18 & up) $735.
June 15-20 / Physical Youth (Age 6-18) $735.
June 27-July 3/ One to One (All ages) $1,125.
June 15-20 / Developmental Youth I (Age 6-18) $735.
July 6-11 / Learning Behavior Disorder (Age 6-13)$675.
July 15-20 / Developmental Youth (Age 6-18)$735.
July 6-11 / Developmental Adult II (Age 6-18) $735.
August 3-6 / Northkey Respite II (Age 16 & up) $515.
There are also a number of Supported Community Living Medicaid Waiver Respite dates. Please call ACS or the camp for a possible date.
COST: Cost varies from: $90 per person for Sensory Integration Camp; Other camps from $450 - $1,050 depending on family income level & the number of persons in the family
OTHER: A professional referral is requested and EFMP/ACS will be glad to assist in this matter. We also have all the required paperwork.
2) ENTECH CAMP PLAY & LEARN
BUSINESS ADDRESS: Enabling Technologies Of Kentuckiana
Spalding University
851 South 4th Street
Louisville, Ky 40203
CAMP: Same address
PHONE: (502) 992-2448 or 1-800-896-8941
POC: Mary Kaye Steinmetz
DATES: There will be 3 Camp weeks – children can attend any one week.
Spring Break Camp
June 23-27 July 7-11 July 21-25
Morning Session: For children ages 3 - 6 years: 9 AM – 12 AM
Afternoon Session: For children ages 7 - 12 years; 1 – 4 PM
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp with ½ day session. Each week will have a different theme, it is yet to be determined what themes will be used. There will be a structured program involving computers, motor skills and sensory skills. Each child will maintain a computer journal that will help them to remember their fun camp experiences. Parents will receive a list of the assistive technology devices that their child used when the camp is over.
COST: A fee of $60 will be charged to cover the cost of supplies.
OTHER: Registration will be on a first come, first served basis. There is a limit of 6 campers per session.
3) KENTUCKY SHERIFF'S BOYS AND GIRLS RANCH
BUSINESS ADDRESS: Sheriff of Hardin County
Public Square
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
CAMPS: Gilbertsville, KY
PHONE: (502) 765-5133
POC: Betty Rodgers
TYPE OF CAMPS: Ages 9-11, Residential camp for children in financial need who would not go to camp otherwise. Behavior problems are accepted, but the camp is not equipped to accept children with physical, mental or emotional disabilities.
DATES: For girls: June 11 – 16
For boys: July 16 -21
COST: None
4) CAMP DREAM CATCHER
BUSINESS ADDRESS: Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Cincinnati
CAMP ADDRESS: YMCA Camp Kern (near Kings Island, Ohio)
PHONE: (513) 721-2905
POC: Mark Findley
E-MAIL: mark.findlay@fuse.net
Type of Camp: Residential camp for children ages 8-16 years old who have epilepsy
DATES: April 11-13 (weekend)
July 13-17
October 3-5 (weekend)
REGISTRATION: Please call Mark Findley for an application.
COST: Weekend Camps $125.00
Summer Camp Week $350.00
Financial assistance is available.
5) CAMP EVERGREEN
BUSINESS ADDRESS: Hospice of Central Kentucky
105 Diecks Drive
Elizabethtown,Ky 42701
CAMP: Camp Lucon, Leitchfield, KY
PHONE: (502) 719-8936
POCs: Amy Sloboda
Type of Camp: Residential camp for families, who have lost someone within the last 2 years. Camp lasts from Friday night through Sunday afternoon
DATE: October 17-19
OTHER: Registration is essential. Please call to discuss cost. Various groups are available for children and teens. Scholarships available.
6) SOCIAL SKILLS SUMMER CAMP
PRESENTED BY: University of Louisville School of Medicine
Weisskopf Center
Systemic Treatment of Autism & Related Disorders (STAR)
PHONE: (502) 852-3797
TYPE OF CAMP: Day camp for children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, ages 9-14 years old. It offers a fun and structured environment to promote positive peer interactions.
DATES: TBA
TIMES: 9 AM – 2 PM, Monday through Friday
COST: $400 – there is scholarship money available to help with the cost of the camp and the social skills evaluation.
OTHER: Child is required to attend camp Monday – Friday. If parents see their child will miss two days in a week, this camp will not be beneficial to them.
NOTE: Dates have not been set. Please call.
7) VACATION RETREATS
CAMPS: Loucon Training & Retreat Center
8044 Anneta Road
Leitchfield, KY 42754
POC: United Methodist Church
PHONE: (270) 756-5901
POC: Rev. Ken Jessee
E-mail; Ken@hardinsburgusc.org
TYPE OF CAMPS: Residential camps for ADULTS with developmental disabilities in the moderate to severe range. Campers must be at least 18 years old and ambulatory. There are some exceptions for 16-17 year olds. Each camper will have a buddy with him/her at all times. Will include several day trips. Sponsored by the United Methodist Church.
DATES: May 27 – May 30
COST: $225 – some financial assistance is available.
8 ) YOUTH CAMP FREEDOM
BUSINESS ADDRESS: Lions Camp Crescendo, Inc.
P.O. Box 607
Lebanon Junction, Ky 40150
CAMP: Camp Freedom
PHONE: (888)-879-8884
POC: Kevin Patton, Resident Mgr.
Type of Camp: Youth ages 6-11 who are in Foster Care in 17 counties and youth in custody of grandparents. There is a limit of 100 children - if a 100 is not reached in the designated counties, other counties will be accepted.
Dates: July 7-11, 2008
Registration: To obtain an application, call the Association.
Cost: No Cost
9) CAMP LITTLE RED DOOR
SPONSORED BY: Little Red Door Cancer Agency
ADDRESS: Bradford Woods
Indiana University’s Outdoor Center
5040 State Road 67 North
Martinsville, Indiana 46151
POC: Michelle Perrin
PHONE: (317) 925-5595
E-MAIL ADDRESS: mperrin@littlereddoor.org
TYPE OF CAMP: Residential camp for children & youth, ages 8 – 18 years, who have been affected by cancer. They may bring a sibling or a friend if there are slots available.
DATES: July 27 – Aug 1
COST: For the children affected by cancer - $25
For a sibling or friend - $50
10) CAMP QUALITY
BUSINESS ADDRESS: P. O. Box 535
Bloomfield, KY 40008
CAMP: Lucon Training & Retreat Center
8044 Anneta Road
Leitchfield, KY 42754
PHONE: (502) 673-8365 or toll free 1-866-729-2759
E-MAIL: Info@CampQualityKY.com
POC: Eric Wint, Director or Charolyn Geiser
TYPE OF CAMP: For children, ages 6-16 years, who had or now have cancer.
DATES: July 27– August 1
COST: None
OTHER: Transportation will be provided from Louisville, to and from the camp. Please call for an application.
11) KAPA KIDNEY CAMP
BUSINESS ADDRESS: National Kidney Foundation, Ohio Branch
CAMP: Bellefontaine, Ohio
PHONE: 614-481-4038/40430
or 1-800-242-2133 for the National Foundation
POC: Jenna Ex: 223
TYPE OF CAMP: For children, ages 8-18 years, with transplants or dialysis or pre-dialysis. Each child will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
DATES: July 20-25
COST: None
12 ) CHAMP CAMP
CAMP: Recreation Unlimited
Ashley, Ohio
PHONE: (317) 679-9062
WEB SITE: admin@champcamp.org
POC: Brian Burhenn, Camp Direction
TYPE OF CAMP: Residential camp for children and adolescents, campers are generally ages 6 – 18 (although campers may attend through the summer after high school graduation)with tracheotomies and those requiring ventilator assistance. Camper's cognitive and social functioning must be within two years of his or her chronological age. Campers under the age of eight years must demonstrate skills at a six year level or above.
DATES: Monday Morning, June 19 – Friday Morning, June 23
COST: $250. Financial assistance is available.
OTHER: Applications are available upon request to Mr. Burhenn.
13) DOWN SYNDROME OF LOUISVILLE
ADDRESS: 4604 Bardstown Road
Louisville, KY 40218
CAMP: Calvary Lutheran Church
1838 Bardstown Road
Louisville, KY 40218
PHONE: (317) 415-5530 FAX: (317) 415-5595
POC: Michelle Bernard
TYPE OF CAMP: Day camp for individuals with Down Syndrome who are 11 – 25 years old.
DATES: TBA
HOURS OF OPERATION: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
COSTS: An activity fee of $100 is payable by April 20 to reserve your place. 3-5 days/week, cost $75/week. 1-2 days/week, cost $50/week. Scholarships are available as needed.
OTHER: Participants will being lunch and a drink. Snacks, drinks and fruit will be available during the day.
NOTE: Please call for dates. Dates have not been set.
14) ASTHMA CAMP
“Camp Super Kids”
BUSINESS ADDRESS:
The Center for Courageous Kids
1501 Burnley Road
Scottsville, KY 42164
CAMP: The Center For Courageous Kids
PHONE: (270)-618- 2900
FAX: (270)-618)-2901
POC: Tina Smith, RN,BSN
Type of Camp: Ages 7-13 years old with severe asthma
DATES: July 21 – July 26
REGISTRATION: To obtain an application, call the Association.
COST: FREE
15) CAMP ABOUT FACE
BUSINESS ADDRESS:
Craniofacial Program Office
Riley Children’s Hospital
702 Barnhill Drive, Room 3538
Indianapolis, IN 46202-5200
CAMP ADDRESS: Bradford Woods
Indiana University’s Outdoor Center
5040 State Road 67 North
Martinsville, Indiana 46151
PHONE: (317) 274-2489
FAX: (317) 278-0939
POC: Trish Severns, M.A. or Carol Ritter, R.N.
Type of Camp: Especially designed to benefit youth with craniofacial anomalies. Has swimming, nature projects, campouts, etc., supplemented medical support and educational sessions to help build self-esteem and self-confidence.
DATES: July 13-18
REGISTRATION: Applications must be returned with a $25 non-refundable deposit. A doctor's signature is required on the application.
COST: $350 No camper will be turned away due to inability to pay the camp fee.
16)HEMOPHILIA SUMMER CAMP
BUSINESS ADDRESS:
1850 Taylor Avenue, Suite 2
Louisville, KY 40213
CAMP: Camp Cedar Ridge, Louisville, KY.
PHONE: (502) 456-3233 or 1-800-582-2873
POC: Ursela Lacer
TYPE OF CAMP: Ages 7-15 year old, male and female, with a diagnosis of hemophilia and other related, inherited, bleeding disorders. Siblings living in the same household may attend camp also. Campers must have completed the 1st grade and be 7 years old by 1 June.
DATES: July 27 - 31
COST: None
OTHER: The deadline for registration is 1 June. Registration occurs on a first come, first served basis. Registration forms must be completed and signed. The medical information section must be signed by the child’s hematologist or treatment center nurse. Registration forms are available through the Kentucky Hemophilia Foundation at the phone numbers listed above.
17) JUVENILE ARTHRITIS CAMP
BUSINESS ADDRESS: Camp Wekandu
c/o Special Treatment Center for Juvenile Arthritis
Cincinatti Children's Hospital Medical Center
3333 Burnett
Location E, Room 2-129
Cincinnati, Ohio 45229-3039
CAMP: Joy Outdoor Education Center
Clarksville, Ohio
PHONE: (513) 636-4676 or 1-800-344-2462 ext 4363
POCS: Pam Heydt or Alverna Jenkins
E-mail: pam.heydt@cchmc.org
alverna.jenkins@cchmc.org
TYPE OF CAMP: Residential camp for children in 1st grade through high school, who have a form of Juvenile Arthritis or a related illness. Campers must have completed first grade. All levels of disability are accepted.
DATE: July 20 - 25
COST: $480.00
OTHER: Financial assistance is available. Space is limited to 38 girls and 12 boys. Applications are dealt with on a "first come - first served" basis.
18) CAMP DISCOVERY
BUSINESS ADDRESS:
American Academy of Dermatology
CAMP ADDRESS: Crosslake Minnesota & in Millville, Penn
PHONE: (847) 330-0230
POC: Janine Mueller
Type of Camp: Residential camps for children & teens with dermatological conditions.
DATES: July 6-11 / for teens ages 15-16 / in Minnesota
July 12-18 / for ages 10-14 / in Minnesota
August 10-15 / for ages 9-16 / in Burton, Texas
August 9-16 / for teens 8-13 / in Pennsylvania
REGISTRATION: A referral for a dermatologist is necessary
COST: None
19) KENTUCKY LIONS SUMMER CAMP FOR
HEARING AND VISION IMPAIRED YOUTH
ADDRESS: CAMP: Camp Crescendo
Lebanon, KY
PHONE: POC: Cecil W. Warner, Director
KY Lions Youth Camp
626 Colonial Trace
Frankfort, KY 40601-1329
(502) 223-8514
E-mail: cwarner@mis.net
Type of Camp: Especially equipped and supervised to accommodate those with visual and hearing impairments or deaf.
DATES: Blind/Vision Impaired Camp
June 29- July 5
Deaf/Hard of Hearing Camp
June 29 – July 5
AGES: 8-15 years at the time of camp
COST: None for the in - state children who are legally blind and seriously hearing impaired. For out-of-state: $100.00.
OTHER: A copy of an eye report for children with visual problems or an audio logical evaluation for children with hearing problems must accompany all applications on new campers. All applications must be received at least 30 days prior to camp.
20 ) KENTUCKY SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND
SUMMER PROGRAMS
BUSINESS ADDRESS: 1867 Frankfort Avenue
Louisville, Ky. 40206
PHONE: (502) 897-1583
POC is Nancy Nusz.
TYPE OF CAMP: Residential – This year’s theme is Healthy Life Choices
AGES: For the program for students under age 21 years, who are still enrolled in school and completed kindergarten.
Elementary students / Kindergarten – 5th / 2 weeks
Middle/high school students / Grades 6-12th / 2 weeks Career Program / age 16 years + /students must go for a total of 4 weeks
DATES: Elementary students / June 15-27 $20.00
Middle/high school students / July 6-18 $35.00
Career Program /June 15 - 27 & July 6 – 18 $40.00
COST: None. There will be a small recreation fee.
OTHER: Students attending Career Camp will spend part of each day working at Kentucky Kingdom and/or at Office Eagle doing a variety of jobs.Two letters of recommendation are required. Deadline for applications is May 1.
21) MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY CAMP
BUSINESS ADDRESS:
1941 Bishop Lane
Suite # 511
Louisville, KY 40218
PHONE: (502) 456-1440
POC: Joanie O’Bryan
CAMP: Cedar Ridge Camp, Louisville KY
TYPE OF CAMP: One week residential camp
AGES: 6-21 years old
DATES: June 7 - 14
COST: None
OTHER: Must be registered with the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Family must provide transportation to and from the camp.
22) SCHOOL AGE SERVICES (SAS)
SUMMER – FULL DAY INTERCESSION
FORT KNOX
ADDRESS: Bldg. 4768, Stevens School
Fort Knox, Ky. 40121-5205
POC & PHONE: Linda Wood, Director
(502) 624-6903
DATES: June 2 - Aug 1
TYPE OF CAMP: The SAS Program is for children in grades 1 - 5. The day starts Mon-Fri at 5:30 AM with a full breakfast, lunch at 11:00 AM, and an afternoon snack. The day ends at 6:00 PM. Activities include swimming, field trips, organized sports, arts and crafts, cooking club, bowling and a variety of community service projects.
COST: Fees are based upon total family income. Hourly or weekly rates can be arranged.
OTHER: Registration packets can be picked up prior to registration at Bldg. 1384 – (One-Stop).
FOR ALL SAS ACTIVITIES: YOUTH WITH CHALLENGES WILL BE SERVICED ON A CASE BY CASE BASIS WITH ASSISTANCE PROVIDED THROUGH EFMP/ACS. CALL 624-6291/8391, FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
23) SICKLE CELL CAMP
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Kern
Morrow, Ohio (near Kings Island)
POC: Pamela Jenkins
Sickle Cell Center, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital
PHONE: (513) 636-8315
TYPE OF CAMP: Residential camp for children, ages 7 -12 years old, who have Sickle Cell Disease.
DATES: July 13 - 18
COST: Please call for cost. (Very low cost—last year it was $10.00)
24 ) CAMP HEART TO HEART
BUSINESS ADDRESS & CAMP ADDRESS
Lions Camp Crescendo, Inc.
P. O. Box 607
1480 Pine Tavern Road
Lebanon Junction, KY 40150
PHONE NUMBERS & POC:
Billie Flannery - (502) 833-3554 or 833-4427
TYPE OF CAMP: Open to all children, ages 5-12 years, who are living in the shadow of HIV or AIDS. This includes not only children living with HIV/AIDS but those who have a HIV+ loved one or who have lost a loved one to AIDS.
DATES: June 17-21
REGISTRATION: Call ACS or one of the POC for an Application. Transportation can be provided.
COST: None
25) CAMP HENDON
BUSINESS ADDRESS: American Diabetes Assoc
Kentucky Area Office
1941 Bishop Lane, Suite 110
Louisville, Ky 40218
CAMP: Camp Crooked Creek, Shepherdsville
PHONE: (502) 452-6072, EXT 3318 or 1-888-DIABETES
POC: Missy Jardine
TYPE OF CAMP: Residential camp for children with diabetes and their siblings, ages 8 – 17 years. Provides a normal camp experience for girls and boys while they learn to better manage their diabetes.
DATES: 20 - 26 July
COST: For members of the American Diabetes Assoc: $325 - for 1 child & $620 for 2 children. For non-members of the Assoc: $350 – for 1 child & $670 for 2 children. Camperships are available to qualified families only for a child with diabetes (not their siblings). There is also a “Pay As You Go” plan which spreads the fee out in monthly payments.
OTHER: Insulin and all diabetes supplies will be provided except for pump supplies and type 2 oral medications. Staff includes: doctors, nurses and dietitians. There are 2 adult supervisors for every 5 children.
26) CAMP OASIS
ADDRESS: Camp Copneconic
Finton, Michigan
POC: Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America
Kentucky Chapter
PHONE: (248) 737-0900 or (888) 737-2232
FAX: (248) 737-0904
E-MAIL ADDRESS: kentucky@ccfa.org
TYPE OF CAMP: Residential camp for children & youth, ages 7-17 years, who have Crohn’s Disease and ulcerative colitis. Has horseback riding; arts and crafts; rope courses; swimming; canoeing; and camp fires.
DATES: July 13-19
COST: $30 to process the paperwork
OTHER: The registration deadline is May 30, 2008.