Submitted by Sandy Osborne
Calhoun Family Resource Network
Adventure Pursuit (Parkersburg, WV)
Offers summer day camps for children with disabilities. Camp dates set based on reservations. For more information, call 304-485-0911.
Asthma Health Care and Education Services (United Hospital Center, Clarksburg, WV)
Educational programs for children and their families to learn about the most chronic condition among children in the U.S. Asthma Health Care and Education Services is an on-going program with classes and individual instruction. Individuals can register at any time. For more Information, call 304-624-2935.
Bridgeport Little League Challenger Division (Bridgeport, WV)
Baseball league for special needs children ages 5-18. For more information, call 304-842-4513.
Camp Catch Your Breath (Jackson's Mill, WV)
A statewide camp for children ages 8-13 that offers opportunity for those who, as a result of their asthma, would not otherwise be able to participate in a camp experience. CCYB is a week long overnight camp. For more information, call 304-624-2255 or visit asthmacamp.uhcwv.org
Camp Choosy (Morgantown, WV)
Offers week long camps at the WVU Coliseum that focus on physical activity. Camps are a part of the WVU Physical Education Department, Motor Development Division. For more information, call 304-293-3295 ext. 5252.
Camp Echo (Ripley, WV)
This is a five night camp for individuals 15 and older with severe disabilities. For more information, call 304-422-7243.
Camp Gizmo (WV School for the Deaf and Blind, Romney, WV)
For children birth to eight who use assistive technology devices and their families. Teams help children actively participate in all activities and find out which forms of assistive technology work for the child. For more information, call 304-558-2696.
Camp Happy Face (Spencer, WV)
The Cerebral Palsy Parents Council Summer Camp is held at the Spring Heights Education Center in Spencer. Activities include arts and crafts, swimming, treasure hunts, movies, a hay ride, etc. For more information, call 304-927-5865.
Camp Kno-Koma (Camp Virgil Tate, Charleston, WV)
For children ages 7-15 with diabetes that may not be able to participate in other camps. Camper Scholarship applications are available. Qualification is determined by financial need. Priority is given to West Virginia residents. Camperships are limited, and are based on the order of completed registration forms received. For more information, call 866-899-8156 or 614 245-0138.
Camp WINACA (WInning Against CAncer) (Camp Golden Horseshoe, Tucker County, WV)
For any child age 7-16 who has had cancer. For more information, call 800-288-2317 or 304-296-8155.
Celebrate Independence (Wheeling, WV)
A camp for children ages 12 to 17 years who are visually impaired. The camp focuses on life skills that promotes independence. Activities include computing and an outdoor nature workshop. Cost is $25.00 per camper. For more information, call Seeing Hand 304-232-4810 Monday through Friday from 8:00-4:00.
Children's Vision Rehabilitation Project Summer Institute (Statewide)
The Summer Institute provides direct instruction on specific skills like braille, independent living, assistive technology, orientation and mobility and self-help. The institute addresses specific skills the children do not get during the school year. Additionally, Summer Institute provides an opportunity for students, parents and teachers from different counties to network and establish support systems. CVRP offers two summer institutes per year throughout West Virginia for children ages 6-13 years of age. For more information, call 304-598-6970 or visit www.hsc.wvu.edu/som/eye/childVisionRehab.asp
International Sports Jamboree (Cairo, WV)
Held at North Bend State Park for teens (12-20 years old) who have mobility or visual disabilities and do not qualify for the Special Olympics. The event is sponsored by the Verizon West Virginia Pioneers. For more information, call 304-744-7222 or e-mail sportjamb@aol.com.
Lean for Life Kids (United Hospital Center, Clarksburg, WV)
A weight loss program for children ages 7-17 to help reduce the risk of preventable diseases through lifestyle change. Family members and caregivers are strongly urged to attend. This program is a PEIA benefit, all other individuals interested, please call first. Family members and caregivers are encouraged to attend. Camp will be held June 10-August on Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m. to noon. Children participate in a variety of activities including games, relays, team sports, hand-on activities and more. For more information, call 304-624-2935.
Miracle League Baseball (Mylan Park, Morgantown, WV)
A baseball league for children with disabilities. The league plays on a rubberized field at Mylan Park. For more information, call Steeping Stones at 304-983-7837.
Mountain Milestones & Teen Adventures Summer Day Camp (Stepping Stones, Morgantown, WV)
Camp is six weeks long and serves children ages 6-18. Activities include swimming, bowling, golfing, kayaking, outdoor recreation and arts and crafts for children of all abilities. For more information, call 304-983-7837.
Mountaineer Spina Bifida Camp (Ripley, WV)
For children ages 8-18. Swimming, socialization skills, sports and all kinds of fun activities are offered to campers. For more information, call 304-588-7098.
Muscular Dystrophy Association Summer Camp (Ripley, WV)
Held at Cedar Lakes for children and youth ages 6-21. The child must be diagnosed with a neuromuscular disease and be registered with the Muscular Dystrophy Association. June 15-20, 2008. Each camper has their own counselor, who stays with them during the week and helps them during camp activities, including scavenger hunts, fishing, swimming and boating. A prom is also scheduled. For more information, call 304-344-9807.
Special Olympics Summer Games (Charleston, WV)
June 6-8, 2008. Events include aquatics, athletics, bocce, cycling,
golf, unified softball and tennis. For more information, call 800-926-1616.
Summer movement Classes (Dance Factory Buckhannon, WV)
Movement classes for special needs students. For more information, call 304-472-8291.
Summer Safari (Star City, WV)
For children ages 4-12 with gross motor, fine motor, sensory and speech delays. For more information, call Therapy Services, LLC at 304-599-9250.
WV Elks Handicapped Children's Camp (Princeton, WV)
For physically challenged children, ages 7-15 and mentally challenged individuals ages 8-25. Applications are available from your local lodge of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks.
WV School for the Deaf Summer Enrichment Programs (Romney, WV)
For children who are deaf, blind, have auditory or visual impairments in grades 4-12. For more information, call 304-822-4800.
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