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American Diabetes Association - Resident Camp program
557 Roy St., Lower Level,
Seattle, WA  98109
Phone:  (206) 282-4616, ext. 7207
Toll-free: (800) 628-8808, ext. 7207
E-mail: lthelander@diabetes.org
Web: http://www.childrenwithdiabetes.com/camps/d_07_2c0.htm
Info:  Camping experiences for children & teens (ages 6-18) with diabetes in Washington State.  Trained medical staff is on site to support diabetic needs.  Camp Dudley, Camp Sealth & Camp Orkila are all programs available.  Fees vary (scholarships available).

At Work!  Community Support Services
 690 NW Juniper Street
Issaquah, WA 98027
Phone: (425) 392-1812
Fax:  (425) 392-3301
E-mail:  info@atwork-issaquah.com
Web: http://www.atwork-issaquah.com/client.htm
Info: The promotion of opportunities to participate in social, recreational, educational or volunteering activities is one of the values of this community based service to individuals with disabilities. Community Support Service staff assist each participant to develop a personalized plan that will result in success in their chosen goals. Individuals can sample a variety of activities to increase their choice awareness or participate in regularly scheduled community events while individual support systems associated with each opportunity are developed. Whether an individual requires total support to ensure their involvement and safety or needs only initial support to become familiar with the routine, AtWork! services are customized to create those supports and successful outcomes. This division also offers weekend accessible respite tour services. Tour services, funded through participant fees and grant funds, include a six to eight hour day with companionship support touring local recreational, social and civic events.

Auburn Parks and Recreation (see Parks and Recreation Programs)

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 Bellevue Parks and Recreation (see Parks and Recreation Programs)

Big Brothers Big Sisters of King County
1600 South Graham Street
Seattle, WA. 98108
Phone: (206) 763-9060
Toll-Free: 1-877-700-BIGS (2447)
Fax: (206) 763-8748
E-mail:  agencyinfo@bigsandlittles.org
Web:  http://www.bigsandlittles.org
Info:  One-to-one mentoring organization matching caring adults with children.  This organization provides a "big brother" or a "big sister" - friend/mentor to a person with or without a disability.  Call for an information packet.

Bothell Parks and Recreation (see Parks and Recreation Programs)

Boys and Girls Clubs of King County
E-mail: info@positiveplace.org

Web:  http://www.positiveplace.org
Info:  Education, arts and recreation programs and other activities for kids 6-18.

Boy Scouts of America, Chief Seattle Council
 P.O. Box 440408
Seattle, WA 98114-4408
Phone:  (206) 725-5200
Fax:  (206) 723-4330
E-mail:  crhunt@seattlebsa.org
Web:  http://www.seattlebsa.org
Info:  Scouting for children and adults with and without disabilities.  Activities, meetings, day and overnight camping opportunities.


Burien Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (see Parks and Recreation Programs)

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Camp Berachah Christian Retreat Center
19830 SE 328th Pl.,
Auburn, WA  98092
Phone:  (253) 939-0488
Toll-free: 1-800-859-CAMP
E-mail:  staff@campberachah.org
Web:  http://www.campberachah.org/
Info:  Horseback riding therapy camp for children (ages 5-18, siblings welcome) with physical disabilities, developmental and learning disabilities, general and specific medical conditions/diagnoses. Instructors have knowledge & education in the needs of the children with special needs, special education, and certified horsemanship.  Also offered: mainstreaming of campers with special needs in day camps and resident junior camp.

Camp Burton
Organized by: American Baptist Churches of the Northwest
9326 S. W. Bayview Drive,
Vashon Island, WA  98070
Phone:  (206) 463-2512
Fax:  (206) 463-6738
Email:  cburtonwa@aol.com
Web:  http://www.campburton.com/ 
Description:  New Horizons at Camp Burton.  For children and young adults with mild DD and/or in wheelchair.  They need to be able to eat, dress and use the bathroom alone or with minimal assistance.  Scholarships available.

Camp Discovery
Epilepsy Foundation of Washington
3800 Aurora Ave N Ste 370
Seattle, WA, 98103-8721
Phone:  (206) 547-4551
Toll-free:  (800) 752-3509
E-mail:  mail@epilepsynw.org
Web:  http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/local/northwest/campdiscovery.cfm
Info:  Camp Discovery provides children with epilepsy or seizure disorders with an opportunity to participate in camp activities and take normal childhood risks in a safe, supervised environment.  Siblings welcome. Staff-to-child ratio is 1:2.  Age 7-17, scholarships available.

Camp Fire Boys and Girls Club Central Puget Sound Council
 8511 15th Ave. NE
Seattle, WA 98115-3199
Phone:  (206) 461-8550
Fax:  (206) 525-3351
Toll-Free:  (800) 451-CAMP
E-mail:  info@campfire-usa.org
Web:  http://www.campfire-usa.org
Info:  Programs for kids with and without disabilities grades 1-12. Summer camps,  Special Saturday Club and Campfire Special Sitters for children with disabilities.

Camp Parkview (see Parkview Services Stepping Out for Fun and Camp Parkview)

Camp Volasuca (see Volunteers of America)

Catholic Youth Organization
814 NE 85th
Seattle, WA 98115
Phone:  (206) 382-4562
Fax:  (206) 903-4627
E-mail: cyo@seattlearch.org
Web:  http://www.seattlearch.org/BuildingCommunity/CatholicYouthOrganization/ 
Info:  Athletic programs, camping and other sponsored activities for youth age 5-18.

Children’s Hospital & Regional Medical Center-Stanley Stamm Camp
4800 Sand Point Way NE, MS: CH-88
Seattle, WA 98105
Phone:  (206) 526-2267
(206) 526-2267
Info:  Week-long summer program for children ages 6-14 who have been patients at Children’s Hospital and who have medical needs that do not allow them to take part in other camp programs.  Serves children with physical disabilities, learning and developmental disabilities, and general medical conditions.

Children's Hospital of Bellevue-Respite Camps
1135 – 116th NE, Suite 400
Bellevue, WA  98004
Phone:  (425) 454-4644
Info:  Support children with more challenging behaviors to participate in several day "camp" programs.  Camps meet mid-winter, spring break and summer.  Each camp is one week long, 8 hours per day.

Community Integration Services - Aquatic Therapy Specialists
704 228th Ave NE #745
Sammamish, WA 98074
Phone: (425)830-7746
Fax: (425) 868-3530
E-mail:  harriott@comcast.net
Web:  http://www.cisaquatics.com
Info:  Therapeutic aquatic treatments and techniques. All participants are evaluated and assessed according to individual needs and goals, to remain active, safe, and participate to their maximum potential.  Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), Certified Aquatic Therapist (ATRIC), Certified in Ai Chi, a WATSU practitioner on staff.
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Deaf Connection, Seattle Chapter
2022 173rd Ave NE
Redmond, WA 98052
Phone:   (425) 742-8194
E-mail:  bernadine@deafconn.com
Web:  http://www.deafconn.com
Info:  A non-profit community organization in King County, one of the five outreach sites funded by Gallaudet University for local implementation of the Shared Reading Project - common sense approach to developing deaf children's literacy (now national project). Deaf Connection offers gatherings/socials where deaf, deaf-blind, and hard of hearing children, adults, and their families can meet, play and socialize.  Check the website for other current events (Club Saturday, conferences, retreats, art, etc.).

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Enumclaw Parks, Recreation and Community Services (see Parks and Recreation Programs)

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Families for Effective Autism Treatment (FEAT)-Super Saturdays
FEAT of Washington
17171 Bothell Way NE, PMB #207
Seattle, WA 98155
Phone: (206) 763-3373
Fax: (206) 763-1922
Email: featwa@featwa.org
Web:  http://www.featwa.org
Info:  Program provides 3 hours of activities for young children with autism and their siblings to provide respite for families.  Saturday evenings, year-round.

Footloose Sailing Association
4509 Interlake Ave N
#142
Seattle, WA 98103
Phone:  (206) 382-2680
E-mail:  bewing@footloosesailing 
Web:  http://www.footloosesailing.org
Info:  Footloose Sailing Association brings sailing as a recreational and therapeutic outlet to people of all disabilities.  Footloose is a chapter of 'Disabled Sports USA', which is a national organization that promotes a variety of recreational sports activities for the disabled communities throughout the United States and parts of Canada. Children & Adults with disabilities.  Offers creative programs to meet the needs and desires of those involved; this includes anything from the simple pleasure of a boat ride, to learning to crew, to learning the full aspect of being a skipper. Sailing April through October. Event Calendar on-line.

Friendship Adventures
9805 NE 116th Street
PMB #A185
Kirkland, WA 98034
Phone: (425) 821-5680
Email: info@friendshipadventures.org
Web: http://www.friendshipadventures.org
Info: Friendship Adventures is committed to providing recreational, educational and leisure opportunities to those who might not otherwise be able to enjoy them. Our activities include camping trips, dances, day trips, movies, sleigh rides, sporting events, visits to theme parks, cruises and other travel opportunities. We pride ourselves in providing a safe, supervised and engaging environment to our participants and strive to build their socialization skills and confidence.

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Issaquah Parks and Recreation (see Parks and Recreation Programs)

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Japanese Baptist Church of Seattle Saturday Special
160 Broadway
Seattle, WA 98122
Phone:  (206) 768-0529
E-mail:  special-ev@juno.com
Info:  Christian-based monthly recreation program (usually first or second Saturday) for people with developmental disabilities of Asian heritage. 

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Kent Parks, Recreation and Community Services (see Parks and Recreation Programs)
King County Parks and Recreation (see Parks and Recreation Programs)
Kirkland Parks and Recreation (see Parks and Recreation Programs)

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Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center
19802 N.E. 148th
Woodinville, WA 98072
Phone:  (425) 882-1554
E-mail: littlebitTRC@juno.com
Web:  http://www.littlebit.org
Info:  Therapeutic horseback riding for disabled persons; volunteer opportunities available.

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Mercer Island Parks and Recreation (see Parks and Recreation Programs)

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Newcastle Parks Department (see Parks and Recreation Programs)

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Outdoorsforall Foundation
 2 Nickerson Street, Suite 101
Seattle, WA 98109-1652
Phone: 206.838.6030
Fax: 206.838.6035
E-mail: info@outdoorsforall.org
Web:http://www.outdoorsforall.org
Info: Biking, outdoor activities, water sports and day camps in summer for persons with all types of disabilities, adapted ski lessons in winter, adapted bike and other activities year-round.

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Pacific (City of) Parks and Recreation (see Parks and Recreation Programs)

Pacific Science Center
200 Second Avenue North
Seattle, Washington 98109
Phone:  (206) 443-2001
Fax:  (206) 443-3631
Web:  http://www.pacsci.org
Info:  The Science Center charges no admission fee for person with disability and accompanying caretaker (ID for person with disabilities may be required). This policy doesn't extend to special events, but discounts for special events still available.

Parks and Recreation Programs

Parkview Services - Camp Parkview
P.O. Box 65157
Seattle, WA 98155
Phone: (206) 778-7275
E-mail: campparkview@earthlink.net
Web: http://www.parkviewservices.org
Info: Camp Parkview is located on beautiful Vashon Island in Washington State. It is held at the Camp Burton Conference Center where there are acres of hiking trails, a private waterfront, heated cabins nestled in the woods, and a rustic dining hall that overlooks Puget Sound. Camp Parkview provides over sixty adults with developmental disabilities a week of fun, a sense of belonging, and an environment of empowerment. Camp Parkview also provides a one day spring camp in April and a fall camp in October .

Parkview Services-Stepping Out for Fun Program
PO Box 65157
Shoreline, WA 98155
Phone: 206-941-1619
E-mail: parkviewsoff@aol.com
Web: http://www.parkviewservices.org
Info: Stepping Out For Fun provides children and adults with developmental disabilities access to fun activities and new friends. The program matches participants with compatible volunteers to enjoy fun events in and around Seattle. Individuals and businesses donate tickets to local venues to provide little or no cost recreational opportunities. Volunteers meet with program participants on a monthly basis.

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Safe 'N Sound Swimming
2040 Westlake Ave North #105
Seattle, Wa 98109
Phone:  (206) 285-9279
Fax:  (206) 285-2515
E-mail:  info@snsswim.com
Web:  http://www.snsswim.com
Info:  One-to-one private swimming lessons (15 months and up) specifically tailored to each individual child.  Emphasis on safety and respect for the water through positive reinforcement and building self esteem.  Other aquatic programs offered include family swim, lap swim, aquarobics, pre-swim team classes, parent-infant classes, and pool rentals.

Seattle Center Arts Academy/Seattle Center Foundation
305 Harrison
Suite 311
Seattle, WA 98109-4645
Phone:  (206) 233-3959
Fax:  (206) 684-4183
E-mail:  scacademy@ci.seattle.wa.us
Web: http://www.seattlecenter.org/SCA.htm
Info:  Summer program providing inclusive visual and performing arts education for children.

Seattle Children's Museum
305 Harrison St.,
Seattle, WA  98109-4645
Phone:  (206) 441-1768
Fax:  (206) 448-0910
E-mail:  tcm@thechildrensmuseum.org
Web:  http://www.thechildrensmuseum.org
Info:  The Children's Museum offers hands-on experiences such as clay play, making large bubbles, and video art production, plus special exhibitions, and special programs each month. The museum is wheelchair accessible, as are the exhibits.  Classes and workshops They offer a 50% reduction in admission to young people on government assistance.

Seattle Children's Theatre Deaf Youth Drama Program
201 Thomas St.
Seattle, WA 98109
Contact person:  Jeff Williamson, Deaf Youth Drama Program Manager
Phone:  (206) 443-0807
TTY: (206) 728-1638
E-mail:  dydp@sct.org
Web:  http://www.sct.org/classes/deafyouth.html
Info:  Coordinates Deaf and sign language theater productions, drama workshops and summer stage productions each year. Also sponsors interpreted performances for the current season at SCT.

Shoreline Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (see Parks and Recreation Programs)

Skiforall Foundation
See Outdoorsforall Foundation

Southwest Youth and Family Services-Holiday Respite and Kids Club
 4555 Delridge Way SW
Seattle, WA 98106
Phone:  (206) 937-7680
Fax:  (206) 935-9967
E-mail:  SWYFS@aol.com
Web:  http://www.bulldogbeach.com/swyfs/
Info:   Program for children ages 6 to 12 with multiple disabilities, meets once a month.  Provides many community based inclusive events, such as bowling, skating, swimming, etc.  Holiday respite sessions from December through February.

Stepping Out for Fun (see Parkview Services)

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Tukwila Parks and Recreation (see Parks and Recreation Programs)

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VSA Arts of Washington
305 Harrison St., Suite 303,
Seattle, WA  98109
Phone:  (206) 443-1843
Fax: (206) 448-9585
E-mail:  wa@vsarts.org
Info:  Provides arts opportunities for people with disabilities.  Offers a number of programs which promote the use of the arts (dance, drama, music, literary and visual) in the education of children with disabilities from pre-school through high school. These include: direct services for children at special events and in classrooms, training opportunities for teachers, artists, and parents, and curriculum guides for preschool and elementary teachers.  Inclusive, community-based art classes and shared studio space, solo and group exhibits, and other avenues for professional development for adults.

Volunteers of America-Camp Volasuca
P.O. Box 268
Sultan, WA 98294
Phone:  (360) 793-0646
Fax:  (360) 793-8919
E-mail:  camp@voaww.org
 Web:  http://www.tmgrp.com/voaww/programs/tmg_t1.cfm?StoryID=236
Info:  Camp Volasuca provides a quality camping experience for adults with developmental disabilities.  Six sessions are offered and arranged by functional level of the participant.  Two weeks serve people that are very independent, and function well in groups.  Two sessions are shorter and designed to serve people with profound disabilities.  The remaining two session are for individuals capable of functioning between the two levels mentioned above.   Intermixed in the summer are three camping sessions for children six to 13 years old. 

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Washington Summer Camps and Programs for Children with Special Needs
Phone:  (206) 526-2500 option 4
Toll-Free:  (877) 526-2500 
E-mail:  msety@chmc.org
 Web: http://www.cshcn.org/resources/campcalendar.cfm?intro=yes
Info:  This Directory can help you find summer camps or programs for children with special needs and their siblings. The camps are listed alphabetically. Your children can go to other camps. Call the camps for more information about including your child. The directory is produced by Children’s Resource Center and the Center for Children with Special Needs & Chronic Health Conditions at Children’s Hospital and Regional Medical Center.

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YMCA of Greater Seattle
 Web:  http://www.seattleymca.org/
Info:  Aquatics, camping, childcare, family supports, health and fitness, education and training and other programs serving the greater King County communities.

Young Life Open Door
12345 8th Ave NE
Seattle, WA 98125
Phone: 206.361.1234
Web: http://sites.younglife.org/sites/OpenDoor/default.aspx
Info:  Young Life Open Door seeks to unconditionally welcome all young people with disabilities regardless of color or religion. YLOD is committed to providing opportunities which address the full spectrum of human needs--physical, social, emotional, and spiritual. They  believe young people with disabilities have the right to participate in all of life's opportunities.  These include: the chance to experience growing and fulfilling friendships; the chance to engage in activities that challenge their physical limits; the chance to experience social/cultural activities, promoting self esteem and awareness; the chance to explore and determine their own potential for the future; the chance to explore the Christian faith and make their own decisions concerning its relevance in their lives.

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This page last updated:  Monday, August 04, 2008

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