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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My kid with special needs who struggled at other camps did great at Camp Louise! The staff was communicative before and during, and really problem solved to get through the harder days.

(Jewish Sleepaway camp)[/quote]

We have found that Jewish sleep away camps are really good at inclusion. My autistic child has thrived at URJ 6 Points Sci Tech Academy.[/quote]

Could either of you discuss what accommodations the camps made?  Smaller cabins, quiet meals, higher camper/counselor ratio, choice of activities, ability to walk away if overwhelmed?

What made your child successful?[/quote]

Mostly what made my child successful is an in depth conversation with the inclusion staff before camp started so that they knew her/knew where she would likely struggle and need support. They also wanted to know her strengths so that they could be sure to provide her with leadership opportunities.

The specific accommodations that she benefited from included: guaranteed first time drop off (camp has us sign up for drop off spots so that everyone doesn't arrive at the same time and we are guaranteed to get the earliest spot), previewing schedule changes (this was most important, especially at the beginning), quiet area for Friday night shabbat celebration (usually very loud), ability to step out when overwhelmed, and adult (as opposed to college student) inclusion staff keeping a closer eye on things in order to problem solve before things became big deals. Choice of activities was part of the regular program for everyone.[/quote]

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