Population Served: AUT, MD, HI, OHI, TBI, ID, OI, S/LI

Dates: June 12 – August 11, 2023

Ages: 5 - 21

Fee: $400 per week

Organization: Achievement Centers for Children

Contact: Jessica Potts, Manager of Camp Programs

Address: 15000 Cheerful Lane, Strongsville, Ohio 44136

Phone: 440-238-6200 ext. 240 Fax: 440-238-1858

Email: campcheerful@achievementctrs.org 

Website: https://campcheerful.achievementcenters.org/program/day-camps/ 

Descriptor: Children ages 5 through the summer after high school graduation, with and without disabilities, spend their days from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm enjoying traditional camp activities, modified for their individual needs. Imagine building independence and confidence while swimming in the onsite pool, fishing in our catch-and-release pond, and visiting our horse barn. More memories are created while playing sports and games in our large field or on our adapted basketball court, making crafts, and on nature hikes on our 52-acre campus. A maximum ratio of 1 staff for every 4 campers, with 1:1 aides possibly available for an additional cost. Financial assistance may be available for families who qualify. Camp Cheerful accepts IO, Level 1, and SELF Waivers. Visit our website for additional details.

Population Served: AUT, MD, HI, OHI, TBI, ID, SLD, VI, OI, S/LI

Dates: June 12 - June 30, 2023, and/or July 10 - August 4, 2023

Ages: Grades K-12

Fee: $3,975 for the 3-week session; $5,300 for the  4-week session

Organization: Achievement Centers for Children

Contact: Jessica Potts, Manager of Camp Programs

Address: 15000 Cheerful Lane, Strongsville, Ohio 44136

Phone: 440-238-6200 ext. 240 Fax: 440-238-1858

Email: campcheerful@achievementctrs.org 

Website: https://campcheerful.achievementcenters.org/program/camp-children-autism/ 

Descriptor: A mix of camp and extended school year programs for school-age children and teens with disabilities, including mild to moderate autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Program services are designed and implemented by an Intervention Specialist. Each day, from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm academic instruction addresses IEP goals with activities that support social, leisure, and recreation skills in a summer camp format. Students are grouped to allow a maximum of 1 staff to 2 camper setting. Activities are designed to meet each student’s needs and ability level while receiving support from an intervention specialist and counselors. Speech-language pathologists and occupational therapists also provide required therapy minutes in student’s IEP target goals. Activities include swimming, sensory play and exploration, arts and crafts, adapted sports activities, reading, music activities, and visiting the horse barn!

Population Served: AUT, ED, MD, HI, OHI, TBI, ID, SLD, VI, OI, S/LI

Dates: June 12-August 4, 2023, excluding week of July 4th

Ages: 5-21

Fee: $435/week

Organization: Camp Christopher, Catholic Charities

Contact: Kim Ausel, Pam Wise, and Olivia Mackey

Address: 1930 N Hametown Rd, Akron, OH 44333

Phone: 330-376-2267 Fax: 330-762-2001

Email: campchristopher@ccdocle.org 

Website: https://www.ccdocle.org/programs/sumfun-day-camp      

Descriptor: Our SumFun Day Camp for children with developmental disabilities serves those ages 5-21 who qualify for services through their local county board of developmental disabilities. We provide a week of day camp filled with swimming, crafting, snacks, outdoor activities, and more!

Population Served: AUT, MD, HI, OHI, ID, SLD, VI, OI, S/LI

Dates: Call for information

Ages: 4-12

Fee: Call for information

Organization: North Pointe Ballet

Contact: Elizabeth Radachi

Address: 593 West Bagley Road; Berea, OH 44017

Phone: 440-973-4830

Email: Education@northpointeballet.org  

Website: https://northpointeballet.org/danceastory/    

Descriptor: North Pointe Ballet’s A Chance to Dance Program is an initiative dedicated to providing ballet performance experiences in our youth cast for individuals ages 6 to 18 with extrasensory and other needs. This program is an integral piece of North Pointe Ballet’s ongoing mission to make classical ballet accessible to everyone. NPB is committed to providing program participants with meaningful dance experiences that allow them to work alongside dancers in the professional company as well as their typical peers. Dancers who are a part of the A Chance to Dance Program are cast in specific roles important to the story of the ballet, attend rehearsals in the studio as well as in the theater and wear professional costumes, all while having the necessary accommodations to support their needs in a safe and welcoming environment. North Pointe Ballet hopes that the A Chance to Dance Program, paired with its sensory-friendly performances, will spread awareness within the theater-going community and help to send the message that the theater is a welcoming place for anyone who wants to experience the thrill of live performance.

Population Served: AUT, TBI, ID

Dates: Weekly June 12 - Aug 11, 2023 (excluding July 4th week)

Ages: 5 -12

Fee: $225

Organization: Overtime Athletics Cleveland

Contact: Mandy Barney

Address: 2926 Brookdale Avenue; Parma, OH 44134

Phone: 440-225-4098 

Email: mandy@otathletics.com 

Website: https://www.otathletics.com/NEO    

Descriptor: Let’s Climb! This climbing-based summer camp program features climbing instruction and practices each session. Participants will also have a variety of other fun activities at the gym.   The camp features expert climbing instruction and other fun activities throughout the week!  Sign up for all three weeks as the activities and agenda vary from week to week. OTA covers all the bases with our emphasis on playing, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fitness. Don’t miss out on the FUN!

Located at Nosotros Climbing Gym, Lakewood, Ohio

9-1:30 Daily

Population Served: AUT, ID, SLD

Dates: Weekly June 12 - Aug 11, 2023 (excluding July 4th week)

Ages: 5 -12

Fee: $310

Organization: Overtime Athletics Cleveland

Contact: Mandy Barney

Address: 2926 Brookdale Avenue; Parma, OH 44134

Phone: 440-225-4098 

Email: mandy@otathletics.com 

Website: https://www.otathletics.com/NEO    

Descriptor: Overtime Athletics Summer Camps are a little bit of this… and a little bit of that! Our model, honed over 20 years of providing fun and affordable summer camps, zeroes in on the best parts of traditional day camps like Sports, Games, Contests, Arts and Crafts, Team Building Challenges, and Special Activities, AND incorporates the latest trends in youth programming to include, Scavenger Hunts, Water Games, Goofy Golf, Brain Buster Projects, and much, much more! Whether you come for a week or the whole summer, our expert team understands how to keep camp fresh and fun. Our proven curriculum and programming formula allows us to roll through the day weaving high-intensity and low-impact activities together so that every type of kid has their moment to shine. Come get a slice of summer fun!

2 Locations - Parma & North Ridgeville

9-4 Daily

Population Served: AUT, MD, HI, OHI, TBI, ID, SLD, S/LI

Dates: May 30 through August 18, 2023

Ages: 6 - 16 years

Fee: $650/week (before March 31) or $750/week (after+AB30)

Organization: Peak Potential Therapy

Contact: Holly Reimann, MA, CCC-SLP

Address: 7689 Sagamore Hills Blvd.; Northfield, OH 44067

Phone: 330-405-8776 Fax: 855-919-2770

Email: contact@peakpotentialtherapy.com  

Website: https://peakpotentialtherapy.com/services/camps/camp-wonder/  

Descriptor: Camp Wonder is an academic & therapeutic day camp led by certified professionals applying the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.  The program was designed and is overseen by a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and a BCBA Trainee.  Your child will participate in daily learning activities designed to improve social skills, communication, behavior, independence, and academics. We also welcome siblings and friends to attend our community inclusion program!

Population Served: AUT, MD, HI, OHI, TBI, ID, SLD, S/LI

Dates: Week of May 30 through the week of August 18, 2023

Ages: 3 - 6 years

Fee: $350/week (before March 31) or $400/week (after March 31)

Organization: Peak Potential Therapy

Contact: Holly Reimann, MA, CCC-SLP

Address: 7689 Sagamore Hills Blvd.; Northfield, OH 44067

Phone: 330-405-8776 Fax: 855-919-2770

Email: contact@peakpotentialtherapy.com   

Website: https://peakpotentialtherapy.com/services/camps/preschool-camp-abc/ 

Descriptor: Camp A.B.C.™, Camp Always Be Communicating, is a social developmental play skills group for children ages 3 to 6. The camp is a fusion of social development ideologies and therapeutic approaches with play-based activities, which help children develop better social relationships. This camp is specifically designed for preschool-age children who need extra help in developing peer relationships, play skills, and social communication skills. We also welcome siblings and friends to attend our community inclusion program!

Population Served: AUT, HI, OHI, TBI, ID, SLD, S/LI

Dates: May 30, 2023, to August 18, 2023

Ages: 6 - 18

Fee: $850.00 per week

Organization: Peak Potential Therapy

Contact: Holly Reimann, MA, CCC-SLP

Address: 7689 Sagamore Hills Blvd.; Northfield, OH 44067

Phone: 330-405-8776    Fax: 855-919-2770

Email: contact@peakpotentialtherapy.com  

Website: https://peakpotentialtherapy.com/services/camps/smile-summer-camp/ 

Descriptor: SMILE Summer Camp™ is a therapeutic day camp led by a speech-language therapist. The camp alternates weekly with the 10-16 age group and the 6-10 age group. Campers engage in structured learning activities in addition to daily field trips to generalize skills while focusing on social skills, communication, and emotional regulation.

Population Served: AUT, HI, OHI, TBI, ID, SLD, S/LI

Dates: April 3-7, 2023

Ages: 10 -16 years

Fee: $800 for the full week session or $180 per day for individual days

Organization: Peak Potential Therapy

Contact: Holly Reimann, MA, CCC-SLP

Address: 7689 Sagamore Hills Blvd.; Northfield, OH 44067

Phone: 330-405-8776 Fax: 855-919-2770

Email: contact@peakpotentialtherapy.com  

Website: https://peakpotentialtherapy.com/services/camps/spring-break-camp/ 

Descriptor: Spring Break Camp is a recreational, speech therapy camp filled with plenty of fun, adventure, and activity where every child with a disability can be successful. A typical experience includes activities that help children develop better social relationships, all with a therapeutic approach.

Population Served: AUT, MD, HI, OHI, TBI, ID, SLD, VI, OI, S/LI

Dates: June 12 – June 29, 2023; July 10 – July 27, 2023 (Mon-Thurs)

Ages: Kindergarten - High School

Fee: Contact Case Management for fees

Organization: UCP Cleveland – LeafBridge

Contact: Celia Chesnick

Address: 1200 Resource Drive, Brookland Heights, 44131

Phone: 216-791-8363 x1260

Email: cchesnick@ucpcleveland.org  

Website: www.ucpcleveland.org          

Descriptor: Camp LeafBridge is an activity-based summer camp for students with significant physical and cognitive disabilities. This unique program offers high levels of support while addressing Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals through Extended School Year (ESY) services. Activities are planned and coordinated by specialists in the areas of special education, physical/ occupational/speech therapies, and assistive technology. Camp LeafBridge promotes progress and minimizes loss of skills for students with multiple and complex disabilities.

Common goal areas addressed: 

• Communication 

• Social skills 

• Self-Care 

• Mobility 

• Pre-vocational skills 

• Assistive technology 

• Transition skills

Population Served: AUT, MD, HI, OHI, TBI, ID, SLD, VI, OI, S/LI

Dates: June 12 – June 30, 2023 (Mon/Wed/Fri)

Ages: Elementary-aged students

Fee: $450.00

Organization: UCP Cleveland – LeafBridge

Contact: Celia Chesnick

Address: 1200 Resource Drive, Brookland Heights, 44131

Phone: 216-791-8363 x1260

Email: cchesnick@ucpcleveland.org 

Website: www.ucpcleveland.org        

Descriptor: For elementary-aged students that benefit from summer opportunities to practice skills essential in the classroom. Skill building may focus on:

• Writing: Shapes, Letters, Words, and Sentences

• Keyboarding

• Cutting: Basic and advanced Scissor Skills

• Coordination: Ball Skills and Motor Skills

• Sensory Processing, Readiness for Learning, and Social Emotional Regulation

This activity-based program will be led using a fun hands-on learning style led by Occupational Therapy professionals. Children will be given many opportunities for natural interactions with their peers to build on social skills.

Population Served: MD, HI, TBI, VI, OI, S/LI

Dates:  Once a week for 7 weeks during the summer

Ages:  4 – 8 years

Fee: None. Suggested donation based on the frequency of attendance.

Organization: Youth Challenge

Contact: Mackenzie Vecchio

Address: 800 Sharon Dr., Westlake

Phone: 440-892-1001     Fax: 440-892-1004

Email: mvecchio@youthchallengesports.com    

Website: http://www.youthchallengesports.com  

Descriptor: A shorter day for our youngest kids, but no skimping on the fun! Being part of a team benefits everyone! YC offers Krazy Kamp adaptive sports and recreation for children with physical disabilities. Swimming, sports, arts, and field trips all over Greater Cleveland. YC staff are experts in adapting activities for maximum engagement. YC staff are also equipped to handle personal care needs. All YC participants are paired with a teen volunteer to assist and provide friendship. Free, accessible transportation is provided.