716-629-3400
Fax
716-629-3496
Primary Services
Therapeutic Camps
Description
Therapeutic Summer Programs are provided for youth with DD, ADHD, or Autism entering first grade through age 16. These are 5-week day programs; no overnight care provided.
Community Connections: A replication of an evidence-based summer program for children and adolescents (entering first grade through age 16) with high-functioning autism spectrum disorder (Asperger's, high-functioning autism, and PDD-NOS) or other disabilities. Provides children with intensive training, experience, and practice in social and emotional skills allowing them to make friends and learn to better connect with peers, siblings, teachers, and parents/caregivers. Although designed to support children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders, a clinical diagnosis is not required to participate as long as the child demonstrates social-communication difficulties. Program targets development of key social competencies using direct instruction, fun and engaging practice exercises, and recreational activities in a summer camp format.
Community Connections: A replication of an evidence-based summer program for children and adolescents (entering first grade through age 16) with high-functioning autism spectrum disorder (Asperger's, high-functioning autism, and PDD-NOS) or other disabilities. Provides children with intensive training, experience, and practice in social and emotional skills allowing them to make friends and learn to better connect with peers, siblings, teachers, and parents/caregivers. Although designed to support children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders, a clinical diagnosis is not required to participate as long as the child demonstrates social-communication difficulties. Program targets development of key social competencies using direct instruction, fun and engaging practice exercises, and recreational activities in a summer camp format.
Hours
5 week program. Usually begins the first week in July; call for specific hours.
Eligibility
Youth entering first grade through age 16.
Service Area: WNY.
Service Area: WNY.
Intake Process
See website for online application.
Program Fees
Approximately $2400. Financial aid is available.
Languages
English.
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Accessibility
Both programs are hosted in a public school building that is ADA compliant.
Date of Official Change
Nov 18, 2020