Summer 2020 Camps and Programs - Indiana Institute on Disability and ...

Summer 2020 Camps and Programs

Compiled by Marci Wheeler, MSW

Indiana Resource Center for Autism

Please note that this directory has been compiled and posted as a service to the community. The Indiana

Resource Center for Autism (IRCA) does not endorse any particular activity or organization on this list.

Camps listed specifically serve persons with disabilities and/or include this population in their program.

Some solely serve children and/or adults on the autism spectrum. Parents are advised to investigate the

opportunities presented below to determine the appropriateness of each activity for their family

member.

More and more families are checking their local YMCA, Parks and Recreation department, and even

private gyms, recreational facilities and local Girl Scout councils and finding that programs have been, or

are being, developed for children and/or adults with disabilities. For example, there are martial arts

programs available in some communities for individuals with special needs, and there are martial arts

programs that include people on the autism spectrum.

Some programs have an ¡°inclusion coordinator¡± or other staff designated to support children and/or

adults with disabilities. Within this listing, you will notice a few programs offered by these types of

organizations around Indiana. You are encouraged to check with various organizations in your

community to inquire about their specialized programs and/or supports within existing programs to

accommodate children and adults with disabilities, including individuals on the autism spectrum.

Additionally, Special Olympics Indiana might be an option for your family members who have an interest

in playing a variety of sports. Special Olympics Indiana provides year-round sports training and athletic

competition in over twenty Olympic-type sports for children and adults with disabilities in communities

across Indiana. To find out more about Special Olympics Indiana programs, and/or opportunities to get

involved in your area, check out their website at or call 800-742-0612.

Another avenue for locating and pursuing summer camps and programs might be found at your local

college or children's museum. Though not designed specifically for children or teens with ASD, some

may offer programs which focus on a special interest and/or special talent that matches well with your

family member.

Additionally, while all attempts were made to make this list as comprehensive as possible, there may be

other programs and/or camps in your area. In the event you know of an opportunity not appearing on

this list, please send the details to IRCA via Marci Wheeler at mwheeler@indiana.edu or at 812-8556508 and we will be happy to add it.

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Albany (Delaware County)

TerraTime - Nature Play & Learning

10910 E. State Road 28-67, Albany, IN 47320

Location: TerraTime, Albany, IN

Dates: June 15- July 3, 2020; Two programs run each week: Monday-Friday, 9 am-12 pm (ages 3-5) 9 am2 pm (ages 6-12)

Cost: $150 (ages 3-5) / $250 (ages 6-12)

Contact: 765-212-8521 or terratimeoffice@

Website:

The mission at TerraTime is to get children playing, moving, exploring, discovering, and experiencing the

wonder of nature play. The outdoor enrichment programs are designed by a pediatric occupational

therapist, for children ages 3-12 years old. This inclusive environment encourages skill building and

learning that is embedded in child-directed play and exploration opportunities. Unlike most

programming, time and space for children to explore, create, build, design, problem solve, take risks,

and use their imagination is provided. One-week, day programs centered on a theme appropriate for

children with and without disabilities is offered.

Avon (Hendricks County)

Embracing Abilities Summer Camp

Embracing Abilities

6734 E US Hwy 36, Avon, IN 46123

Location: Embracing Abilities

Dates: June 8- July 24, 2020; runs 9 am- 3 pm, (Monday- Friday)

Cost: Medicaid Waiver and private pay options see

Contact: 317-825-TEAM (8326) or email info@

Website:

Summer Camp will consist of fun daily field trips in and around our communities for exploration,

vocational skills, physical activities, life skills, creative experiences and more. Our staff is excited to

welcome your loved one for a summer of fun. Our caregiver ratio is 1:1 due to the nature of our around

town field trips. If your loved one is successful in small group settings our 1:4 ratio may be a great option

for them as well. We want to ensure safety and excellent care for your loved one.

SpringHill Day Camp

Kingsway Christian Church

7981 E CR 100 N, Avon, IN 46123

Location: Kingsway Christian Church, Avon, IN

Dates: July 13-17, 2020, 9 am-4 pm

Cost: $199 February 14-28 | $209 March 1- June 13, 2020 | $TBA After June 14 (financial aid available)

Contact: 317-272-2222 or info@

Website: or kids@

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SpringHill Day Camp at Kingsway Christian Church is a faith-based camp for children K-3rd grade.

Indicate need in application and they will provide counselors for those with special needs. Activities

vary, but usually include arts and crafts, rock climbing, and water activities with both large and small

groups.

Bloomington (Monroe County)

Camp Yes And

Indiana Institute on Disability and Community

Center on Education and Lifelong Learning and Indiana Resource Center for Autism

2810 East Discovery Parkway, Bloomington, IN 47408

Location: Bloomington High School South, 1965 S Walnut St, Bloomington, IN 47401

Dates: June 8-12, 2020; Monday through Friday, teens attend 1 pm- 4:30 pm

Cost: Free for teens

Contact: Use contact form on website.

Website:

At Camp Yes And, teens and teachers learn Improv as a way to develop social communication skills, and

transform teaching and learning. The camp is designed to support verbal teens (ages 13-18) on the

autism spectrum, or those with a similar diagnosis, who would benefit from support around building

social communication skills. Camp also is a free professional learning opportunity for educators,

including general and special education teachers, speech-language pathologists, social workers, arts

educators, and others. In the words of one camper: ¡°This camp¡¯s just opened me up like an eggshell ¨C

just cracking open my true self.¡±

Kid City

Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department

401 N Morton Street, Suite 250, Bloomington, IN 47404

Location: Allison-Jukebox Community Center, 351 S Washington, Bloomington, IN

Dates: June 1- July 31, 2020, Monday-Friday: Holiday week: July 1-5

Cost: Grades K-4 $170 (out of city $175), Grades 5-7 $165 (out of city $170). Grades K-4 $140 (out of city

$144), Grades 5-7 $132 (out of city $136). $40 registration fee per session per child at time of

registration.

Contact: Amy Shrake at 812-349-3731, or email shrakea@bloomington.

Website:

Theme-based inclusive camp divided into two age groups (grades K-4 and 5-7) with weekly sessions.

Many field trips included in the camp experience. In order for individuals with disabilities to participate

as fully as possible, reasonable accommodations are provided. Reasonable accommodations are

individualized techniques and resources used to enhance program participation without fundamentally

altering a program. See Inclusion Questionnaire on Kids Camp website.

Luddy Pre-College Summer Program (Formally the SICE Summer Camp)

Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering IU Bloomington

700 N. Woodlawn Avenue Bloomington, IN 47408

Location: IU Bloomington, Bloomington IN

Dates: June 14-20, 2020

Cost: $700 includes sleeping accommodations, food, and activities, as well as a backpack, flash drive,

water bottle, and t-shirt. (A refundable deposit of $350 is required to complete the registration process.)

Contact: Debbie Terrill at 812-855-9516 or terrilld@indiana.edu

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IU¡¯s Informatics Summer Camp is for students entering grades 9-12 in the fall of 2020 with an interest in

technology. Students will get hands on experience, explore potential career paths, strengthen problem

solving and communication skills, and hang out with other campers. To apply, fill out the application

online and submit a 100-word essay about why you want to attend the camp.

Reach High Summer Camp

Reach High Consulting

2101 W Tapp Road, Bloomington, IN 47403

Location: Reach High Consulting, Bloomington, IN

Dates: July 31, 2020, Monday-Friday 8 am- 5 pm

Cost: Through insurance, may be a copay if not fully covered.

Contact: Office: 812-330-4460 ask for Rochelle Dolcee

Website:

Reach High Summer Camp is a 9-week community intensive program that provides children, ages 1.5- 13

years old, with 1-on-1 attention. Summer is a time of year when most children lose a number of skills

taught during the school year. Reach High Consulting is a place to not only help your child retain those

skills, but also teach new skills. Campers will explore and learn during outings at places such as the local

Wonderlab, splash pad, water parks, and more.

Summer @ CIP

CIP Bloomington Center

204 N Morton Street Bloomington, IN 47404

Location: Held at Indiana University, Bloomington, IN

Dates: July 19-July 31, 2020

Cost: $5,100 covers activities, room and board (3 meals a day), 24/7 staffing support

Contact: 877-566-9247, or email info@

Website:

Summer @ CIP on the IU Bloomington campus offers teens and young adults with High Functioning

Autism, ADHD, and other Learning Differences a chance to experience a taste of independence while

residing on campus in a college dormitory. Participants are introduced to the skills necessary for success

at college, including social, academic, and independent living skills. Accepts participants entering 10th,

11th, and 12th grades in the fall, as well as recent high school graduates.

UTS Summer Camp

Unlocking The Spectrum, Bloomington Office

451 Parkridge Road, Suite 102, Bloomington, IN 47401

Location: Unlocking The Spectrum, Bloomington, IN

Dates: From June through July 2020 (Monday-Friday); registration begins March 1, 2020

Cost: Insurance covers most costs and determines number of camper hours.

Contact: Camp Coordinator, Samantha Gregory at 317-334-7331 ext. 703 or toll free at 855-INFO-UTS

(855-463-6887), or email sgregory@

Website:

UTS summer camp is specifically designed to meet the needs of children with autism spectrum

disorders. UTS¡¯s summer camp will incorporate highly individualized goals and skill building into each

activity to include highly focused and individualized attention provided by a 1:1 ABA therapist who is

assigned to each individual camper. Camp activities will include a wide range of interesting, childcentered, and fun opportunities. Peer interaction and cooperation will be highlighted. Campers will also

participate in arts and crafts and outdoor play.

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Bristol (Elkhart County)

Camp Wy.Not

ADEC, Inc.

19670 SR 120, Bristol, IN 46507

Location: ADEC, Bristol, IN

Dates: 8 weeks, June 8 - August 7, 2020; 9 am- 3 pm (No camp Friday July 3)

Cost: accepts Medicaid waiver, self-pay $80/week

Contact: Liz Richards, 574-596-3452 or email richardsl@

Website:

ADEC strives to provide families vital support through meaningful activities for their school aged children

with developmental disabilities. Staffed by direct support professionals; provides early intervention and

therapeutic services to young children and their families while giving kids trips to the pool, bowling alley

and zoo during their stay.

Bristow (Perry County)

Anderson Woods

Camp Administration

4630 Adyeville Road, Bristow, IN 47515

Location: Anderson Woods, 3966 Adyeville Road, Bristow, IN

Dates: Adults (ages 18 and up): June 1-4, June 29- July 2, July 6-9, July 13-16, July 20-23, 2020

Children (ages 7-17 years): June 8-11, June 15-18, & June 22-25, 2020

Cost: $205 per session with limited need-based camperships available for campers requiring financial

assistance.

Contact: 812-639-1079, or email andersonwoods@

Website:

During the four-day, three-night sessions, campers learn self-confidence, trust and responsibility

through working together, caring for animals, tending the garden, and enjoying the beauty of nature.

Full-time counselors and volunteers work alongside the campers to encourage and empower them to

fulfill their maximum potential.

Carmel (Hamilton County)

Carmel/Clay Parks & Recreation Summer Camp Series

Monon Community Center

1235 Central Park Drive East, Carmel, IN 46032

Location: Various elementary schools/Carmel parks/Monon Community Center depending on theme

chosen

Dates: Weekly from June 1- July 31, 2020 Monday through Friday 7 am-6 pm (times vary by camp)

Cost: $190/week; (scholarships available)

Contact: Aimee Rich, Inclusion Supervisor at 317-843-3866 or arich@

Website:

CCPR¡¯s Summer Camp Series includes traditional and enrichment camp options for children ages 5-15

years old. We welcome participants of many different ability levels, and strive to provide an exciting,

positive, and safe program for all. For questions about CCPR¡¯s programs and inclusive services available,

please contact Aimee Rich, Inclusion Supervisor at arich@.

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