E very child deserves the opportunity to go to camp. If you have a child who has special needs, it can be really hard to find a camp that provides the necessary accommodations. Here’s how to find camps that provide your kid with the extra support they need. 1 Identify Your Childʼs Needs Before you begin your search, consider the physical, emotional, medical, and social support your child needs. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that all summer camps provide reasonable mod- ifications (like wheelchair-ac-
cessible ramps and other basic accommodations) to enable campers with disabilities to partici- pate fully in camp pro- grams. However, some camps are designated for kids with spe-
FINDING CAMPS FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS By Julianna Steen
cific needs. Ask your child their preferences and what they want to get out of summer camp to deter- mine what kind of camp might be most comfortable for them. 2 Search Online Resources Use the search
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