Each year, we respond to the needs for quality camps from our families who have children and adolescents with disabilities.
Each of our specialty camps has been designed to promote and maintain learning skills so that a child does not lose ability between school years.
Not sure if camp is a good fit for your child or adolescent? Contact us and we can help you decide.
Camp ROCKS
Camp ROCKS is an outdoor camp specifically designed for young people with autism who are 10–18 years old. Campers enjoy a 5-night/6-day outdoor camp experience. Age-appropriate activities allow campers the opportunity to enjoy an outdoor camping experience in a fun, nurturing environment. Activities include science exploration, swimming, nature hikes, horseback riding, canoeing and much more!
Camp ROCKS typically takes place just southwest of Indianapolis in Martinsville, Indiana, at Bradford Woods. All activities are led by a team of professionals trained to work with individuals on the autism spectrum. Meals are provided.
Camp ROCKS will take place June 4 – 9, 2023.
CampAbility
CampAbility is a day camp for children specifically designed to meet the needs of a family. Children (ages 4–10) can grow, learn and have fun at CampAbility.
There will be three, two-week sessions in 2023 (June 12 through July 20). Registration for CampAbility begins Tuesday, February 14, at 12 p.m.
CampAbility cost is $329 for each two-week session; an early-bird discount of $100 per session is available for the first month of camp registration (or until spots sell out). A $99 deposit is required at the time of registration.
CampAbility has reached capacity for summer 2023.
Camp FUEL
Camp FUEL is a camp for adolescents with disabilities who are 11–17 years old who will benefit from daily activities out and about in the community. Campers will take part in frequent field trips in the community with transportation provided by camp staff.
There will be two, two-week sessions in 2023 (June 12 through July 7).
Camp FUEL cost is $329 for each two-week session; an early-bird discount of $100 per session is available for the first month of camp registration (or until spots sell out). A $99 deposit is required at the time of registration.
Camp FUEL has reached capacity for summer 2023.
Camp MODE
Camp MODE is a camp for adolescents with disabilities who are 11–17 years old who will benefit from fun experiences with counselors and other campers in a single-location. In comparison to Camp FUEL, this camp is geared to adolescents who may have physical restrictions, mobility concerns or behavioral needs that could limit community outings. Activities will be brought onsite for campers.
There will be two, one-week sessions in 2023 (July 10 through July 20).
Camp MODE cost is $165 for each one-week session; an early-bird discount of $50 per session is available for the first month of camp registration (or until spots sell out). A $99 deposit is required at the time of registration.
Camp MODE has reached capacity for summer 2023.
iCan Bike
iCan Bike, a program of iCan Shine, is a bicycle camp for individuals with disabilities where the participant learns how to ride a conventional bicycle. This unique camp typically takes place at Perry Park Ice Skating Rink (located at 451 E. Stop 11 Road, near Meridian Street intersection). iCan Bike will take place June 19 through June 23.
Session times below.
Session 1- 8:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.
Session 2 – 10:05 a.m. – 11:20 a.m.
Session 3 – 11:40 a.m. – 12:55 p.m.
Session 4 – 2:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Session 5 – 3:35 p.m. – 4:50 p.m.
iCan Bike has now reached capacity for 2023.
