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Summer Programs The following is a partial list of summer programs that accommodate for children with special needs. Start now to prepare for a successful summer!
ANIMAL BOTANICAL SATURDAYS & SUMMER CAMPS Hands-on learning and fun for youth with special needs ages 6 years and older at the San Antonio Botanical Garden, 555 Funston, San Antonio 78209. www.sabot.org. Contact Timothy Roan at 210-207-3278 or timothy.roan@sanantonio.gov. Summer Camps: June 10-13 (ages 7-11) and July 15-18 (ages 12-19). 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Fee: $135/week (10% discount for members). THE ARC OF SAN ANTONIO – LIFE ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS After school, holiday and all day summer care for individuals 5-18. The Arc of San Antonio, 13430 West Ave., San Antonio 78216. 210-490-4300. The Arc of San Antonio – Pam Stephens Center, 6530 Wurzbach, San Antonio 78240. 210-682-4200. http://arc-sa.org/pages/services/life-enrichment-children/. A-Z MUSIC THERAPY 20770 Hwy 281N Ste. 108-188, San Antonio 78258. 210-392-1277; Stefanie@a-zmusictherapy.com; www.a-zmusictherapy.com. A.W.A.R.E. SAN MARCOS Therapeutic horseback riding for individuals with physical, mental and/or emotional disabilities. 512-754-6773. http://www.awaresmtx.org/index.html. CAMP C.A.M.P. Summer camp sessions located in Centerpoint, TX for individuals with special needs (ages 5 and up) and their siblings (ages 5-13). http://www.campcamp.org/. 830-634-2267. Parents’ Night Out, Respite Weekends, and Teen and Adult Day Adventure programs are also available. 210-671-8112 or michelle.elble@campcamp.org. CAMP SUMMIT Summer weeklong camps, weekend sessions and respite days in Argyle, TX for individuals with disabilities ages 6 and up. www.campsummittx.org; 972-484-8900. DEER CREEK ADVENTURE CAMP – FRIENDS WEEK A wonderful opportunity for children and adults with special needs ages 7-19 to attend summer camp in Medina, Texas July 29 – August 3. http://deercreekcamp.com/. 830-589-7123. DISCOVERY MEADOW STUDIOS Celebrations, Kindermusik Adventures, and Camps allow children of all ages to learn and play within a rich environment of music, art, or science. 424 Wiedner Road, Cibolo, TX 78108. Contact Sally at 210-373-5406 or sally@discoverymeadowstudio.com. http://www.discoverymeadowstudio.com/. DOWN HOME RANCH Ranch Camp for teens and adults with intellectual disabilities (ages 13 and up) located in Elgin, TX. www.downhomeranch.org; 1-888-926-2253. 6
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DREAMS FULFILLED THROUGH MUSIC Music programs for youth and adults with disabilities. Contact: Mary Kay Archuleta 210-771-5809; http://dreamsfulfilledthroughmusic.org/. EVA’S HEROES SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM Offers an inclusive environment for individuals 14 – 21 years of age to participate in recreational activities. Nellie Reddix Center, 4711 Sid Katz. 210-694-9090; http://www.evasheroes.org/. JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER Inclusive programming for children who are typically developing or have special needs. 12500 NW Military Hwy.; http://www.jccsanantonio.org/; 210-302-6959. KINETIC KIDS Sports and recreation for all abilities. A variety of summer programs at various locations. http://www.kinetickidstx.org/; 210-748-5860. MARBRIDGE SUMMER CAMP Summer camp at Manchaca, TX designed for individuals ages 16 - 30 with cognitive challenges or developmental disability. http://www.marbridge.org/summer-camp. 512-282-1144 x1203. MONARCH ACADEMY AT MORGAN’S WONDERLAND Two-week summer activity camp for individuals with special needs ages 9-15. June 17-28; July 8-19; July 22-August 2. http://www.monarchacademy.net/. 210-479-3311. MORGAN’S WONDERLAND The world’s first ultra accessible family fun park. 877-495-5888 or 210-495-5888; https://www.morganswonderland.com/. RESPITE CARE OF SAN ANTONIO Mother’s Day Out, Family Day Out, Parent’s Night Out, Respite Day Care, Davidson Respite House, and Respite Summer Camp. 210-737-1212; http://www.respitecaresa.org/. R.O.P.E.R. (RIDING OPPORTUNITIES PROMOTING EXCEPTIONAL RIDERS) Horseback riding for individuals with disabilities. Location: 4991 Higdon Rd. Contact: Sherri Mell, 210-633-2042; http://www.freewebs.com/roperapp/. THE SADDLE LIGHT CENTER FOR THERAPEUTIC HORSEMANSHIP Equestrian therapy for individuals with special needs. Summer session: June 10 – August 9. The Retama Equestrian Center, 17530 Old Evans Rd., Selma, TX 78154. http://www.thesaddlelightcenter.com/. 210-651-9574. SAN ANTONIO BUSY BODIES A nonprofit motor behavior and learning program. 11985 Starcrest; 210-545-2840; http://www.sabusybodies.org/. SAN ANTONIO PARKS & RECREATION ADAPTED SPORTS & SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAM http://www.sanantonio.gov/parksandrec/sports.aspx 210-207-3018