SPECIAL NEEDS
LUTHERHAVEN CHAMP CAMP A chance for campers with disabilities to experience all that summer camp has to offer. Campers are cared for by trained college-aged staff and paired with young servant-leaders from around the country, increasing the program's camper-to-adult ratio. Activities include swimming, crafts, hikes, Bible studies, singing and more, with extra space and assistance required for a fun and safe experience. Ages 8-30. June 22-25 (ages 8-18 and 18-30 only) and Aug. 4-7 (ages 8-21). $115-$310; financial assistance available. lutherhaven.com 866-729-8372
CAMP SPARKLE A day camp for children and teens who have been impacted by cancer, either from a personal diagnosis or that of a loved one. Campers learn about cancer, participate in therapeutic activities and go on field trips with peers and counselors who have similar life experiences. Coed. Ages 5-17. June 23-27, daily from 9:30 am-3 pm at Manito Park. Free. cancerpathways.org/camp-sparkle
TREK ADVENTURES CAMP TREK gives neuro-divergent youth the opportunity to partner with peer mentors and executive functioning coaches to learn the skills needed to confidently access their community and demonstrate independence while navigating activities of daily living. Ages 13-18. Five sessions offered from June 23-July 31. At Isaac's Clubhouse, Spokane. $320; scholarships available. theisaacfoundation.org 509-325-1515
ABBA'S CHILD GRIEF CAMP MiVoden is hosting this camp designed to help grieving children process the loss of someone close to them while also getting them outside to have some fun at camp. Ages 9-16. June 29-July 4. Application required; more at abbaschild.org. Free for qualifying children. mivoden.com 509-242-0506
CAMP GOODTIMES A camp medically-supported by pediatric and oncology physicians and nurses for children affected by cancer. Highlights include college sports team visits, the tie-dye extravaganza, bass fishing day, and a host of typical camp activities. Ages 7-17. Aug. 11-15. Includes day and resident options. Hosted at YMCA Camp Reed facilities, see website for details. Free for qualifying children. ymcainw.org 509-777-9622
CAMP STIX A one-week residential camp for youth with diabetes, who have an opportunity to come together and share a traditional summer camp experience at Camp Bear Paw. Ages 9-16. July 13-29. $1,050; scholarships available. stixdiabetes.org/camp-stix 509-484-1366
CAMP TWIGS A day camp designed for kids with diabetes, during which they'll learn about living with diabetes, participate in traditional summer camp activities and meet other kids their age, as well as adults who have diabetes. Ages 6-8. Aug. 1-3 at Camp Dart-Lo facilities in North Spokane. $225; scholarships available. stixdiabetes.org/camp-twigs 509-484-1366
LUTHERHAVEN FAMILY CHAMP CAMP WEEKEND A weekend designed for families who have children with developmental or physical needs and their entire family. Accessible activities including swimming, hikes, arts and crafts and more in a faith-based setting. Aug. 1-3. $165/adult, $115/youth 4-12. lutherhaven.com 208-667-3459
CAMP JOURNEY A camp designed for cancer patients and survivors from age 7 to 17. Campers immerse themselves in a fun-filled outdoor camp experience tailored expressly to their needs. Trained oncology staff is on-site 24/7. Overnight and day options offered from July 6-12 at Ross Point in Post Falls, Idaho. Price TBD. campjourneynw.org
