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Special Education Parent Advisory Council

2010 Summer Camp Fair

 

SEPAC neither sponsors nor endorses the businesses listed below.  We are providing this information as a service to the community.  The details listed below were provided to SEPAC by the programs themselves.  All families should conduct their own inquiries to determine whether to make use of these programs

 

 

Arizona Magic of Music and Dance

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 20047, Fountain Hills, AZ  85269

Phone: 480-296-3034, or 602-481-2697 Web-site: www.azmagic.org

Day camp, co-ed, special needs focused

Age range: 8-25 years.

The Arizona Magic of Music and Dance Camp is a program for children and young adults with physical or mental disabilities that- in just one week, prepares them to stage a wonderful theater production that is written and choreographed especially for them.

AZAUnited

Address:  5025 E. Washington Street, Suite 212, Phoenix, AZ  85034

Phone: 602-773-5773 Web-site: www.AZAunited.org

Arizona Autism United provides: habilitation, respite, attendant care, behavioral habilitation, skills and behavior assessments, ABA programs and training.  AZA United is a qualified vendor with the Arizona Division of Developmental Disabilities.

Camp AZDA (American Diabetes Association)

Camp Address:  Friendly Pines, Prescott, AZ

Phone: 888-DIABETES x7094 or 602-861-4731 x 7094

Web-site: diabetes.org/adacampazda

Camp Director: Sarah Watson

Age Range: 8-16 years.

Our campers explore the great outdoors and enjoy traditional camp activities; discover new things about themselves and how you can manage diabetes; connect with other kids and adults living with diabetes; and have fun at summer camp-just like any kid.  Physicians, nurses, and other health care providers are there to provide around-the-clock medical supervision.  Registered dietitians plan meals and snacks, and manage all special dietary needs.  Counselors are trained to recognize specific diabetes care needs and help kids adapt to the camp environment.

Camp Civitan

Camp Address: 5008 N. Civitan Road, Williams, AZ  86046

Mailing Address: 3509 E. Shea Blvd. #117, Phoenix, AZ  85028

Phone: 928-635-2944 Website: www.campcivitan.org

Camp Director: Dawn Trapp

Camp Civitan’s longest running and most beloved program offers week-long camp sessions throughout the summer, and weekend adventures once a month the balance of the year.  Camp Civitan is a 15-acre wheelchair accessible facility for developmentally disabled children and adults located in the cool pine country of Northern Arizona in the town of Williams.  This program offers campers a variety of enriching and fun experiences that promote positive self-esteem, teamwork, socialization, and healthy activities.

 

Camp Not-A-Wheeze (American Lung Association)

Camp Address: 933 Friendly Pines Road, Prescott, AZ 

Mailing Address: 102 W. McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ  85003

Phone: 602-258-7505 Fax: 602-258-7507 Web-site: www.lungarizona.org

Camp Director: Kelly Szymanski

Residential, co-ed, special needs focused.

Age range: 7-14 years.

Arizona’s only summer camp for children with asthma.  Exploring the great outdoors has never been easier for children with asthma.  Seven to fourteen year old children with moderate to severe asthma experience the same exciting activities found in a typical summer camp, but at a pace geared to their needs.  Volunteer medical professionals team up in cabins with 6-8 children.  Nurses, nurse practitioners, respiratory therapists, physicians and pharmacists provide around-the-clock supervision for the campers during all activities and cabin time.  Camp Not-A-Wheeze takes place in Prescott, Arizona at Friendly Pines.

Camp Runamuk-SEEK Arizona

Camp Address: 1400 Paradise Valley Road, Prescott, AZ  86303

Mailing Address: 1830 S. Alma School Road, Suite 130, Mesa, AZ  85210

Phone: 480-902-0771 Fax: 480-967-0804 Web-site: www.SEEKArizona.org

Camp Director: Jessica Irwin

Residential, co-ed, special needs focused, general camp with inclusion.

Age range: 0-100.  Family Camp.

Camp Runamuk is a camp for families who have children with special needs.  At Camp Runamuk, families get the total camp experience from bunk beds to campfires for 4 days and 3 nights, while they participate in family and individual activities geared for campers with special needs, their siblings, and their parents.  At night, each family will turn-in to their own room in a suite-style log cabin, each room complete with its own bathroom and shower.  This camp is especially geared for special needs campers with developmental disabilities.

City of Scottsdale Summer Teen Connection

Camp Address: 8102 E. Jackrabbit Road, Scottsdale, AZ  85250

Mailing Address: 7430 E. Scottsdale Mall, Scottsdale, AZ  85251

Phone: 480-312-2218 Fax: 480-312-2301 Web-site: www.scottsdaleaz.gov/sports/adaprec.asp

Camp Director: Neal Hallihan

Full day, co-ed, special needs focused.

Age range: 12-22 years

The Summer Teen Connection is designed to serve and accommodate teens with a wide range of abilities and disabilities.  Camp activities, games, sports, etc. are designed to accommodate a variety of needs and the camp’s focus is participation by all.  Activities include indoor and outdoor games, swimming, arts and crafts, sports, cooking, music/dance therapy, guest speakers, excursions, and a talent show.

The Clubhouse

Camp Address:  4600 East Shea Blvd, Suite 101, Phoenix, AZ  85028

Phone: 602-368-8601 Fax: 602-368-8605 Web-site: www.theclubhousecenters.com

Camp Director: Crystal Brooks

Full day; half day; co-ed; special needs focused.

Age range: 3-12 years

Camp Chit-Chat-Children will have fun and improve their language skills in an intense 8 week program, music therapy included.

Camp Write On-Clean up that messy handwriting with an intense 8 week program with our OT.

Camp Reading Rocks-Reading is fun!  Come improve decoding and comprehension skills with our literacy team.

Camp Move and Groove-Our OT and PT team create lots of fun with sensory and motor activities for everyone.

Highlands Church Vacation Bible School

Camp Address: 9050 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Scottsdale, AZ  85255

Phone: 480-348-9191 Fax: 480-348-5988 Web-site: www.highlandschurch.org

Camp Director: Missy Farrington

½ day, co-ed, general camp with inclusion.

Age range: 5 years and older

A week long camp which includes music, drama, arts and crafts, games, and more to help children learn about God and experience the joys of His community.  This year’s theme is “High Seas”.  We serve various physical, mental, and multiple disabilities.  Children should be able to handle interaction with typical children with the help of an assistant.

Joni and Friends Family Retreat

Camp address: 39405 Murrieta Hot Springs, Murrieta, CA  92563

Mailing address: 5025 E. Washington, Suite 106, Phoenix, AZ  85032

Phone: 602-275-2568 Fax: 602-275-2691 Web-site: www.joniandfriends.org

Camp Director: Delinda Carr

Age range:  Families

At Family Retreats, “Everything Under the Son” is provided for the comfort and care of families affected by disability.  Best of all, at week’s end, moms, dads, sisters, and brothers head home with a newfound joy to press forward in His strength, cheered on by the whole new family of loved ones who stand with them.  From adaptive water skiing to the flying zip-line, Family Retreats shower blessings from A to Z.

 

KEEN Phoenix

Camp address:  6601 N. 27^th Ave., Phoenix, AZ  85017

Mailing address:  PO Box 45186, Phoenix, AZ  85064

Phone:  602-508-3939 Website: www.keenphoenix.org

Camp Director: Johanna Bookbinder

Co-ed. Special needs focused.

Age range: 4-21 years.

KEEN is a national non-profit volunteer-led organization that provides one-to-one recreational opportunities for children and young adults with mental and physical disabilities at no cost to their families and caregivers.  KEEN’s mission is to foster the self-esteem, confidence, skills and talents of its athletes through non-competitive activities, allowing young people facing even the most significant challenges to meet their individual goals.

 

Kris’ Camp

Web-site: www.kriscamp.org

Camp Assistant Director: Leidy van Ispelen, 801-733-0721

Kris’ Camp currently focuses on children with autism or with autistic-like challenges.  Ages vary according to sessions and availability, however, the average age range is 4-15 years.  Kris’ Camp is a non-profit organization that provides a special place for unique children and their families.  The camp is motivated by three mutually enforcing goals: 1) to provide intensive therapy; 2) to provide respite and support for the families of special kids; 3) to provide theoretical and hands-on education and training to students, caregivers, and professionals working in the field of autism and other developmental disabilities.

Lion’s Camp Tatiyee

Camp Address:  5283 White Mountain Blvd, Lakeside, AZ

Phone: 480-202-7062 Web-site: www.arizonalionscamp.org

Camp Director: Pam Swanson

Residential, co-ed

Age range: 7-21 years, 22 and older Adult Sessions

This camp is for physically challenged, multi-challenged, mentally challenged, developmentally delayed, deaf and blind in peer sessions.

New Way Learning Academy

Address:  1300 North 77^th Street, Scottsdale, AZ  85257

Phone: 480-946-9112 Fax: 480-946-2657 Web-site: www.newwayacademy.org

The mission of New Way Learning Academy is to educate children with learning differences to fulfill their potential.  New Way Learning Academy offers a daily multi-sensory academic curriculum in addition to the two social skills programs.  The different programs are designed for older and younger children, and focus on social communication and positive self-image.  Through engaging group activities, students will grow in maturity and self-esteem.

Reading and Math Clinic Summer Intensive Interventions Camps

Camp Address:  1860 E. Warner Road, Suite 101, Tempe, AZ  85284

Phone: 480-456-0500 Fax: 480-456-1617 Web-site: www.AZreadingclinic.com

Camp Director: Dr. Pamela Rupprecht

½ day, special needs focused.

Age range: 5-18 years

Boost your child’s reading and math skills with one-to-one intensive instruction.  Using Lindamood-Bell and Math-U-See, we obtain extraordinary results with elementary to high school students who struggle with dyslexia, ADD, or ADHD.  Group camps include computer programming, web page design, essay writing, test prep, spelling/comprehension, and math reviews.  We serve students with dyslexia, dyscalculia, and students who have co-morbid diagnoses such as dyslexia and ADHD.

S-Club

Camp Address:  Various community locations across Maricopa County, focusing close to attendees and community activities.

Mailing Address:  9052 N. 48^th Drive, Glendale, AZ  85302

Phone: 602-471-0346 Fax: 623-218-1819 Web-site: www.AzAdvocatesteam.com

½ day, co-ed, special needs focused, general camp with inclusion.

Camp Director: Elaine Berkley and Kim Yamamoto

Age range: 9-12 and 13-17 years

A summer camp for kids “on the Spectrum”.  Children and teens with high functioning autism, Aspergers, ADHD, NVLD and other diagnosis often leave parents struggling to find a summer program that can accommodate and support them.  S-Club’s summer camp will improve your son/daughters social interaction skills while learning the enjoyment of peer interaction.  We invite your child to join us for facilitated social skills building and social coaching in a fun and natural environment.  Two highly qualified providers and  small groups.

SEEK Arizona

Camp Address: 1830 S. Alma School Road, Suite 130, Mesa, AZ  85210

Phone: 480-902-0771 Fax: 480-967-0804 Web-site: www.SEEKArizona.org

SEEK Arizona’s summer camp is a fun way to spend the summer working on habilitation goals, while making friends and participating in cool activities.  This program will be held at SEEK Arizona’s clinic and targets habilitation skills in a social group setting.

Scottsdale/Paradise YMCA Adventure Camp

Camp address:  6869 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ  85254

Phone: 480-951-9622 Fax: 480-951-9663 Web-site: valleyymca.org

Camp Director: Marcia Leach

Contact: Lori Vincent (602) 680-8250, lvincent@autismcenter.org

Full day camp; co-ed; general camp with inclusion

Age range: 5-13 years

The Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center (SARRC) will be working with the YMCA to support individuals with an ASD at the Y’s Scottsdale and Downtown Phoenix camps.  The focus of this program will be inclusion in summer camp activities and appropriate social engagement with peers.  Individuals with an ASD will have additional support as needed.

 

Scottsdale Unified School District Special Needs Camp

Camp Address:  10203 E. McDowell Mountain Road, Scottsdale, AZ  85255-8600

Mailing Address:  9313 N. 95^th Way, Scottsdale, AZ  85258

Phone:  480-484-8614 Fax: 480-484-8669 Website:  SUSD Community Schools

Camp Director: Veronica Leiper

Day camp.  Co-ed.  Special needs focused.  General camp with inclusion.

Age range:  6-12 years old (will take older students if appropriate.)

SUSD Special needs camp is a traditional camp experience with modifications for children with special needs.  These modifications include:  low teacher/student ratios with aides that provide a 4/1 ratio; individual profiles for each child to design individual programming to meet their needs; teacher and aide awareness and attention to sensory needs; and a facility that provides many options and resources to meet sensory needs.

SEPAC  of Scottsdale is pleased to announce that Dr.Gary Catalani, SUSD Superintendent will be speaking at our April 28, 2010 meeting.  He will be available for Questions from 6:30 pm – 7:00pm.  Following our Question and Answer session with Dr. Catalani,  SEPAC of Scottsdale will also be hosting a dinner to honor Lois Healey, SUSD Special Education Administrator, for her untiring service to our SPED students. Please come for an engaging chat with our superintendent and an enjoyable time celebrating afterwards.  

Date:  Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Time:  6:30pm – 8:30pm 

Place:  Mohave District Annex,  Kachina Room

               8505 E. Valley View Road

               Scottsdale, AZ 85250              

SEPAC of Scottsdale is hosting a Summer Camp Expo! The programs presented are designed for and/or inclusive of children with Special Needs. Please come to this wonderful event! You do not have to be a student of SUSD to attend. ALL ARE WELCOME! Some of the programs that will be represented are: Camp Civitan, KEEN, SEEK, City of Scottsdale Teen Connection and many more!

Here is the information:
Sunday, March 21st
3:00-5:00 p.m.
Paradise Valley United Methodist Church
4455 East Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley 85253

SEPACS is getting ready for our annual Summer Camp Fair for children with special needs.  If you are a camp, or if you know of a camp, please contact us.  We are looking for camps or summer programs that are for children with special needs of all types, or for any camps that are inclusive and can accommodate children with special needs.

If you have any information, please contact us, and we will contact the camps/summer programs to see if they are interested in attending our Camp Fair.  The Fair is free to participate in and attend.  Shauna Mattson 480-661-0471, shauna@sepacs.org.”

FIRST RESPONDERS SMART CARD PROGRAM ORIENTATION - JANUARY AND FEBRUARY 2010  

The First Responder Smart Card Program is a FREE valuable resource in providing emergency services to individuals with special needs including: developmental disabilities, physical challenges, communication, health, emotional, behavioral health disabilities or those with conditions that might be misinterpreted if not know to the First Responder.

The Scottsdale Community Partnership (SCP) in partnership with the Scottsdale Police Department is offering First Responder Smart Card Program orientation classes and the opportunity to sign up with the program. The class will provide training for parents and providers on when to call first responders and what happens when they call.

Sign up for one of the classes listed below.   Class are for 1 hour from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, and will be held at the Police & Fire Headquarters (8401 E. Indian School Road, off Granite Reef).  Class days are all Saturdays.  

                January 9
                January 23 
                     February 13
                     February 27

For more information, go to the website - www.scottsdaleaz.gov/safety/smartcard; or contact Natalie Summit at 480-312-CARD (2273) or by email at smartcard@scottsdaleAZ.gov .

A library of Digital recordings of possible required read books for our students who have difficulty reading. This is a wonderful resource!  Please read the following for more information. 

Does your child have difficulty reading books, especially those “required reads” 
for Language Arts or English class?  Has your son or daughter missed the 
“fun of reading” or developed an ”allergic reaction” to books?  Is s/he into
electronics and a member of the Digital Age?  If any of this sounds familiar to 
you, a FREE resource is available to your family.  
 
This free resource is the By Word of Mouth Library, which features numerous
digital recordings by professional narrators along with the hardcopy editions of 
many children and young adult books.  Many of the books are just for sheer 
enjoyment while others are frequent “required reads”.  Most of the digital books 
are already on mp3 players, which are compact, easy to carry around, and fit in 
with other kids’ electronics.
 
Please email Mary Platner at maryplatner@msn.com for a list of the currently
available books or for more information.  Remember: FREE!

Beverly Lim Henes, MS, ATR, LCAT, Art Therapist will be offering Art Therapy classes at Shemer Art Center. Here is a quick summary from Ms. Henes:

Please allow me to tell you about myself and the Shemer Art Center’s new, exciting art therapy classes that are designed for 10 to 13-year-old special needs children. I am a registered and licensed Art Therapist, and have been practicing Art Therapy for over 10 years in New York and Arizona. Through the City of Phoenix’s Parks & Recreation Department and the Shemer Art Center, located in a beautifully renovated historical house at 5005 E. Camelback Rd., I am delighted to offer Art Therapy to special needs kids. As you may already know, Art Therapy has been shown to increase expressive communication, increase focused attention, and facilitate improved socialization to special needs children who are so receptive to creative modalities. 
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> Class: Art for Special Needs (ages 10 – 13 years)
> Instructor: Beverly Lim Henes, MS, ATR, LCAT
> Date: Saturdays, Jan. 9 – Feb. 27, 10:00am – 11:30am (8 classes)
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> Individuals with special needs utilize art materials and the creative process to increase cognitive and sensory functioning, and develop awareness of emotions and the environment. Each class focuses on a design element and includes exploration of clay, paint, collage, and found objects. Student must have independent mobility, or be accompanied by aid.
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For More Information:  http://phoenix.gov/PARKS/shemclas.html or contact Shemer Art Center

Please read synopsis of proposed overhaul article and for further information please go to the NY TIMES article.

Experts revising psychiatry’s diagnostic manual have proposed eliminating Asperger’s syndrome and pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified, folding them into a single, broader diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. The New York Times reports that the change is part of an effort to modernize the mental illness model as a continuum, with many degrees of severity.

To view link, please cut and paste in your browser:

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/11/03/health/03asperger.html?_r=2&ref=health

The City of Scottsdale is hosting a Citizens’ Disability Forum on November 17, 2009 at two locations.  Please come and share your thoughts and ideas.

 

 Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009 (attend either session) 

Light refreshments will be provided 

2 p.m. 6 p.m. 

Civic Center Library – 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd.

or

Via Linda Senior Center – 10440 E. Via Linda

For more information, please contact: Denise at (480) 312-2246 or dlabreque@scottsdaleaz.gov