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“A Touching Experience” Classroom Program at the Zoo
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens This program is designed for groups with "special needs." Multi-sensory encounters with a variety of animals may be tailored for each group. Emphasis is placed on a respect for animals by creating a positive, hands-on experience. Programs last 45 minutes and may be scheduled Mon-Fri…
Northside
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
904-757-4463 | 370 Zoo Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32218
http://www.jacksonvillezoo.org/education/
Ameila Arts Academy
Amelia Arts Academy offers private music lessons for children and adults with special needs. Music therapy to students of all ages.
Nassau County
Amelia Arts Academy
904-277-1225 | 516 South 10th St, Fernandina Beach
http://www.ameliaartsacademy.org
Angelwood, Inc. Summer Camp
July - August
9am - 3pm
Offers children ages 5 - 21 with developmental disabilities an opportunity to explore their own unique abilities in a safe environment. Programs are designed with special needs in mind. Activities include arts and crafts, music, recreation, and organized play.…
Southside
Hendricks Ave. Baptist Church
904-288-7259 x13 | 4001 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207
http://www.angelwoodjax.org
Artoga
Yoga for Special Needs. Work towards a solid foundation of yoga with skillful adjustments with alignment, guided meditation, breathing exercises & techniques on dealing with specific issues (ie. behavioral, ADD, body image, weight, anxiety, focus).
Come to us - or we'll come to you.
Artoga
904-477-0400 |
http://www.artoga.org
Camp Boggy Creek
A camp specifically designed for children ages 7-16 (campers accepted through their 17th birthday) with chronic or life threatening illnesses that offers fun, adventure, and independence in a setting that provides complete medical care. Visit the website for photos, map, and additional info.
Out of Town
Camp Boggy Creek
352-483-4200 | 866-Go-Boggy | 30500 Brantley Branch Rd., Eustis, FL 32736
http://www.boggycreek.org
Camp Care
Residential Camp
Ages 6-30. This is a 5-day, recreational and residential summer camp specifically for children, teenagers, and young adults with Autism and multi-sensory disorders.
Julington Creek, Mandarin
Diocese of St. Augustine Ministry for Persons with Disabilities
904-356-0810 | Camp St. John, 1714-5 State Rd 13, Switzerland, FL 32259
http://www.dosacamps.com/
Camp JADA
Ages 6-12. American Diabetes Association day camp located at Jacksonville University.
Games, activities, presentations, and informal discussions are targeted for creating a greater awareness of diabetes for the children with diabetes and their siblings/friends. A full staff of medical professionals are always present to administer necessary…
Arlington
American Diabetes Association-Camp JADA
904-730-7200 x3064 | 888-342-2383 | 2800 University Boulevard, North, Jacksonville, FL, 32211
http://www.diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/parents-and-kids/ada-camps
Camp Sertoma Endeavor
Ages 6-17. Summer camp program designed and organized to serve deaf and hard of hearing children, their hearing siblings, and hearing children with deaf or hard of hearing parents.
Out of Town
Camp Sertoma Endeavor
863-439-1300 | 1221 Camp Endeavor Blvd. Dundee, FL 33838
http://bestorigami.com
Camp Webb
June - August
9am - 4pm
Ages 5 - 22. This eight-week summer camp is fun for youths with physical and/or developmental disabilities who are able to participate in a group setting. It focuses on enrichment and recreation while increasing social skills and developing independent…
Southside
Camp Webb
904-346-5100 | 4600 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207
http://www.hope-haven.org
Florida Diabetes Camp
Summer and weekend camp programs for ages 6-18. All programs are open to youngsters with type 1 insulin dependent diabetes. Financial aid is available for all events
Out of Town
Florida Diabetes Camp
352-334-1321 | P.O. BOX 14136, Gainesville, FL 32604
http://www.floridadiabetescamp.org
HEAL Film Camp with Joey Travolta
June - July
Ages 10 - 17, with and without an ASD. All Campers will have the opportunity to learn hands-on filmmaking skills including directing, producing, scriptwriting, acting and be part of the film team to make a 30-minute collaborative group film! Guest Film Director, Joey…
Southside
University of North Florida
904-249-9333 | 1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville, FL, 32224
http://www.filmlabproductions.com
Morning Glory Fire Arts
Offering pottery classes for children and adults using clay, glazing, and painting techniques. Classes can be formal or informal, I have an outdoor ceramic studio at my home, which is a great environment to learn or classes can be held in your facility. Basic Clay Classes-including materials and firing. Create…
At Your Location
904-566-0545 |
http://www.morninggloryfire.com
Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
Rainbow Artists: Art and Autism across the Spectrum is an educational initiative designed exclusively for children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Rainbow Artists utilize creative art-making activities that allow for rich visual expressions that are often untapped due to difficulties in verbal communication, social relations, and sensory development. Designed with…
Museum of Contemporary Art
904-366-6911 | 333 North Laura St
http://www.mocajacksonville.org
The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
Art for All
This special tour offers individuals of all abilities and grade levels an even greater opportunity for creative expression through the arts. Works of art in the permanent collection will be explored through discussion and tactile exploration. The centerpiece of the tour is the opportunity to use…
Riverside & Ortega
The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
904-355-0630 | 829 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32204
http://www.cummer.org/
The Little Star Center Summer Camp
June - August
9am - 3pm
The Little Star Center of Jacksonville is a private school for children with autism and other developmental disabilities. Full-time and half-time options available. It is an intensive ABA day camp for children with Autism and other developmental delays. The…
Southside
The Little Star Center
904-928-0112 | 11512 Lake Meade Avenue, Suite 511, Jacksonville, Florida 32256
http://www.littlestarjax.com
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