Inclusion Camp

Everyone Has a Place at Camp!

If your camper has different abilities, they are welcome at summer camp at the J.

We believe that every camper comes to camp for the same reasons: to have fun and make friends. Our inclusion program provides individualized support and modifications to enable every camper to do just that.

Support to Participate with Peers

At the Springfield JCC, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community where every child is welcome. Our Kehillah inclusion program meets the unique needs of campers and their families so that all can have a positive and enjoyable camp experience.

Inclusion campers attend traditional camp activities with their camp group while supported by an inclusion counselor who provides social, emotional and behavioral support. We offer 1:1 or 2:1 camper-to-staff support based on each camper’s needs, to help them participate in activities and build friendships. (Families may also supply their own support staff at a prorated cost.)

An intake process is followed to determine the best program and support for your camper – read more about this below.

Need to Know

Inclusion Camp is open to children entering grades K-10. It will run for eight weeks from Monday, June 23 through Friday, August 15 at the Springfield JCC. Campers can join us for any number of weeks, from just one to all eight!

Inclusion Camp costs depend on the level of support required. We can provide 1:1 or 2:1 support (camper-to-staff ratios) or you may supply your own support staff (subject to our camp staff hiring criteria):

Camp with 1:1 support costs $700 per week
Camp with 2:1 support costs $500 per week
Camp with outside support costs $300 per week

Camp hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pre- and post-camp care is available at additional cost.

Financial assistance is available to current Springfield JCC members.

Have questions about Inclusion Camp?

Please email Bridget Jones, Kehillah Director, who will be happy to help.

Contact

How to register for Inclusion Camp

Complete our Intake and Waitlist Form.
Complete a phone intake interview with our Inclusion Camp leadership team. If your camper is new to Inclusion Camp, you will also need to schedule a tour of the facility and meet our Inclusion Camp leadership team to ensure the proper placement of your camper.
Provide a copy of your camper’s IEP.
Complete our health history form and health profile. You will receive more information about this process in your confirmation email after completing online registration.