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March 2011
Any ideas regarding summer camps and programs for teens with Aspergers?
I would like ideas and feedback regarding programs in the area.
Hi,
My daughter and her friends, all on the ''spectrum'', have spent several
wondeful summers at Cal Camp at Strawberry Canyon. They have a wonderful
program that is focused on building social skills and competence. Dr.
Jennifer Selke, the program director, is very knowlegable and knows how to
integrate the special teens into the program. The program offers tons of
support. You can reach Jennifer at 510-642-7648 or email her at
jenn8@berkeley.edu.
Please tell her that Varda says: ''Hi''. Feel free to contact me if you
have questions.
Jan 2009
Can anyone recommend a summer camp in the East Bay for my son
who will be 6 and on the high functioning spectrum/aspergers?
He needs a program that emphasizes social skills and teaching
focus/staying on task as a prep for mainstreaming in 1st
grade. thanks L.
Hi,
We have had our daughter who is higher functioning ASD at
Glitter and Razz
camp(www.glitterandrazz.com) both the last few summers and during school
breaks. It is a children's acting and art camp where they do an amazing job
following the children's lead to wherever their ideas and minds take them. It
is
simply the most creative, most amazing environment for ALL kids you can
imagine.
Our daughter has been successfully included and able to fully participate in
ways we
have not seen in other camps. The program works because it is done right for
ALL
kids. The two women who run the camp 'get it' like few adults I have come
across.
We cannot wait till our 'typical' younger child gets to attend their programs
as well.
anon
Hi L! I have been involved with
This Land is Your Land
Summer Day Camp for several years now and I would highly
recommend this camp for for your son. The camp directors have
extensive experience in dealing with children on the high-
functioning spectrum/aspergers and they and their counselors
are kind, loving and extremely sensitive to all of the issues
of their campers. This camp blends the exciting science and
nature studies developed by Sarah Shaffer with art, music,
hiking, swimming, and outdoor games. Campers complete and take
home one or more science projects daily and get to spend
quality time outdoors at Tilden Park, Roberts Regional Park, or
Little Hills park. You can check out the website:
www.sarahscience.com or call the office (510) 581-3739 for
additional information or to discuss you child's special needs
directly with Sarah.
Kathy
April 2004
Kaleidoscope Unlimited at Julia Morgan Center for the Arts
was created in 2002 by a group of professionals dedicated
to increasing access to arts participation for children
with special needs. This fun and challenging two-week camp
offers an exciting integrated arts curriculum, developed by
artists, teachers and therapists for children with
Asperger's Syndrome. Daily practice in social skills as
well as fun outdoor activities round out the day for this
arts-rich program. Campers will work with a lead teaching
artist and participate in theater, dance, music and visual
art sessions. Over the course of two weeks, we will work
together to create a play from the Kaleidoscope Unlimited
campers' original ideas. Camp dates: 8/16 - 8/27, Monday-
Friday, 9am-2pm. Tuition: $ 575.00 Mention the Berkeley
Parents Network and get 25.00 off the price of tuition!
Call Melissa (510)845-8542 x301 for information and to
register or go to www.juliamorgan.org
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