North Carolina’s Summer Camp for the Learning Disabled

Summer camp is something every child should experience and the learning disabled are no exception. In North Carolina, there are several great camps that focus on showing the learning disabled a good time over the summer. And for parents, it can be a welcome relief, albeit for just a few days.

In Balsam, NC there’s a great camp called SOAR, Inc. It’s a wilderness adventure camp that caters to kids 8 through 18, diagnosed with LD and/or AD/HD. The camp is a coed facility that offers 2, 3 and 4 week sessions. The focus is on enjoyment yet self-discipline and self respect. To get more info, email: admissions@soarnc.org

Located in Old Fort, NC, the SUWS of the Carolinas is a therapeutic camping program focusing on clinical intervention and assessment. Kids who have destructive behavioral habits can benefit from the outdoor experience which is designed to improve the kids’ self esteem and increase their awareness. The camp has had great success with kids that come from families with much conflict, defiant behavior, ADD, depression, drug or alcohol abuse, and learning disabilities. To find out more call toll free: 888-828-9770.

Camp Glucose, in Winston-Salem, NC, focuses on children with diabetes or eating disorders. The camp is a residential facility for boys or girls, ages 8 to 18, and a day camp for kids 4 to 18. Programs are age-specific and include arts and crafts, field trips, boating basketball, swimming, dancing, drama, beach activities and more. They have an on-site laundry service, canteen and physician. Find out more by calling 877-226-7458.

In Black Mountain, NC, there’s a wilderness program for kids with AD/HD, Asperger’s Syndrome and LD. It’s a co-ed, overnight camp that encourages self-direction and self-regulation for their visitors. They feature swimming, sports, hiking, and wilderness exploration. For more info call 828-669-8639.

The Autism Society of North Carolina caters to kids with autism or developmental disabilities. It’s an overnight camp that accepts boys or girls, men or women. They have activities like many camps, such as swimming, hiking, and sports. Call 919-542-1033 for more info.

You can find a suitable camp for the learning disabled in your own state by searching online. Most camp fees are non-refundable so be certain that you think your child will stay for the duration. Many camps require a statement from the child’s doctor to assure they’re in good enough health for the activities.