Residential camps for children with special needs.
AIDS Resource Center Ohio
Camp Sunrise
Dates/times: Aug. 9 - 15, full day (6+ hours)
Cost: Free
Camp location: Camp Joy, 10117 Old 3 C Highway, Clarksville 45113
Contact information: Bill Arnold, arnold@ohioaidscoalition.org, 614-444-1683
About our camp: Camp Sunrise welcomes as many as 100 children to experience the joys of friendship, the love and support of a caring community, and an encouraging environment free of the stigma surrounding HIV/AIDS. If you are interested in attending, contact Camp Sunrise directly.
Camp Kesem Ohio State
Dates/times: June 28 - July 3, full day (6+ hours)
Cost: Free
Camp location: Camp Willson, 2732 County Road 11, Bellefontaine 43311
Contact information: Katie Leist, osu.outreach@campkesem.org, 614-699-2267
About our camp: Camp Kesem supports the often-overlooked population of children affected by a parent's cancer through a national network of summer camps run by passionate college student leaders.
Camp Nuhop
Special needs
Dates/times: June 15 - Aug. 1, full day (6+ hours)
Cost: Traditional Camps - $820; Trip camps - $975
Camp location: Camp Nuhop, 1077 Twp Rd. 2916, Perrysville 44864
Contact information: Ann Bell, ann@nuhop.org, 419-289-2227
About our camp: Camp Nuhop is a week-long residential summer camp and respite program for children diagnosed with but not limited to ADD, ADHD, LD, Asperger's Syndrome and other disabilities.
Central Ohio Diabetes Association
Camp Hamwi - Senior Challenge
Dates/times: July 26 - Aug. 1, full day (6+ hours)
Cost: $499 - Scholarships are available
Camp location: Camp Mohaven, 18744 Turkey Ridge Rd, Danville 43014
Contact information: Darlene Honigford, dhonigford@diabetesohio.org, 614-884-4400
About our camp: Camp Hamwi activity options include horseback riding, archery, soccer, canoeing, swimming, arts and crafts, dance, outdoor living skills, nature crafts, and incorporated into the daily schedule are diabetes education sessions.
Central Ohio Diabetes Association
Camp Hamwi - Junior Challenge
Dates/times: Aug. 2 - 8, full day (6+ hours)
Cost: $499 - Scholarships are available
Camp location: Camp Mohaven, 18744 Turkey Ridge Rd, Danville 43014
Contact information: Darlene Honigford, dhonigford@diabetesohio.org, 614-884-4400
About our camp: Camp Hamwi activity options include horseback riding, archery, soccer, canoeing, swimming, arts and crafts, dance, outdoor living skills, nature crafts, and incorporated into the daily schedule are diabetes education sessions
Easter Seals Central and Southeast Ohio, Inc.
Easter Seals Summer Camp
Dates/times: June 15 - Aug. 7, full day (6+ hours)
Cost: Level 1, IO waivers and private pay accepted
Camp location: Easter Seals Summer Day Camp, 3830 Trueman Court, Hilliard 43026
Contact information: Libby Ballentine, lballentine@easterseals-cseohio.com, or 614-228-5523
About our camp: Our program offers a fun recreational experience for children with and without special needs. This 8-week program is open to children 3-14 years of age.
Flying Horse Farms
Dates/times: June 14 - Aug. 8, full day (6+ hours)
Cost: Free of charge
Camp location: Flying Horse Farms, 5260 St Route 95, Mt. Gilead 43338
Contact information: Olivia Miller, olivia@flyinghorsefarms.org, 419-751-7077
About our camp: Flying Horse Farms provides magical, transforming experiences for children with serious illnesses. Located on 200 acres in Mt. Gilead, Ohio, we serve hundreds of children and families each year - free of charge.
Recreation Unlimited Farm and Fun, Inc.
Recreation Unlimited
Dates/times: June 15 - Aug. 7, please contact the camp organizer for more information.
Cost: $820 per week, $35 registration fee, scholarships available
Camp location: Recreation Unlimited, 7700 Piper Road, Ashley 43003
Contact information: Chris Link, info@recreationunlimited.org, 740-548-7006
About our camp: Recreation Unlimited provides sports, recreation and education to individuals with disabilities and health concerns.