The Adaptive Athlete, Inc.
Upland
adaptiveathlete@icloud.com
909-931-276
https://theadaptiveathlete.com/camps/
Offers summer camp for kids ages 6-12, running from 8:30am to 1pm. Book individual days or the whole week of camp. Kiddos will be able to participate in a variety of fun and engaging activities, including Ninja, Gymnastics, arts and crafts, STEM activities, themed weeks and much more. Each day, kids should bring their own nut-free snacks, lunch, and a refillable non-glass water bottle. This camp is designed for kids who are potty trained and able to fully participate in all camp activities independently. With a wide range of activities and themes, kids will have a summer full of excitement and adventure!

Autism Society Inland Empire Summer Art in Action Camp
Chino
www.ieautism.org
951.220.6922
For ages 8 to 17 years with Autism/developmental disabilities and their siblings! The Autism Society Inland Empire will host their first summer art camp consisting of various instruction in different art forms, including Studio Arts, Performing Arts, Culinary Arts and Cinematic Arts. Younger campers will rotate through learning multiple different art forms; Junior high and High School will choose one of the Arts. Visual picture schedules and social stories will be used to integrate art, music, social interaction, sensory exploration and movement. First come, first serve. $100 per person. If your child needs assistance with toileting or 1:1 assistance a parent or caregiver must stay.

Cal Poly Pomona- Motor Development Clinic
Bldg. 43, Room 146, Cal Poly Pomona (909) 869 – 4340
https://www.cpp.edu/sci/motor-development-clinic/about-us/index.shtml
A movement therapy program for children between the ages of five and 13 who are experiencing movement problems. Summer program with a referral from school, doctor or parent. The summer program focuses on the enjoyment of movement in a setting that is more general by providing a chance for the children to put into practice what they learned during the school year. It also concentrates on a wide variety of activities including but not limited to physical attributes, rhythms and locomotor, games and manipulation, fine motor, water play and experiences, and sport skills.

Camp Paivika- Ability First
San Bernardino National Forest
(909)338-1102
www.camppaivika.org
Offers year-round camp programs for children, teens and adults with physical and developmental disabilities. Open for eight sessions during the summer, beginning in June. Winter camp offered on various weekends during February, March, and April. The five-night (children) to six-night (teen and adult) programs include all of the traditional activities of camping: horseback riding, archery, swimming, cookouts and campfires, arts and crafts, and nature hikes and activities, as well as fine arts. Camp Ages; Children’s Camp – 9 to 12 years, Teen Camp – 13 to 19 years, Adult Camp – 20 years and older. Financial aid may be available. Minimum cost to family portion is $150.

Chasing 7 Dreams
Rancho Cucamonga
https://chasing7dreams.org/
Since its inception in 2015, Chasing 7 Dreams through the dedication and guidance of our founder, Ms. Tenika Doyle, has forged the path creating an innovative summer camp experience with Autism. The experience of going to camp daily and organized program participation that Ms. Doyle has developed is something that have been missing for children on the spectrum. Her dream is to give back and provide access to many of our participants as Chasing 7 Dreams develops into a top of the line organization in special needs youth camp programs. It is the desire of the Ms. Doyle and the Board of Directors that each participant have a unique youth summer camp experience.

College Internship Project – Summer Programs for High School Students and Beyond High School
http://www.cipworldwide.org/summer/
Each Summer Program has an all-inclusive cost of $4,400 ($300 will be handed back as cash to practice budgeting and handling money and is pre-budgeted for some meals and activities). The cost covers all activities, room and board, optional airport pick up and drop off, 24/7 staffing and support and 1 college credit.

Family Camp- Brought to you by: Autistically Inclined – Idyllwild Pines
https://www.autisticallyinclined.com/family-camp
An inclusive camp experience for autistic individuals and their families to experience opportunities for connection, communication, friendship & fun!

The Grove Community Church- VBS – Riverside
https://www.thegrove.cc/summersplash/
The Grove is an inclusive church and strives to always have a plan for our friends with special needs. A week of summer fun making new friends, playing some awesome games, rocking music, cool crafts and discover how to make waves and share God’s love with the people around you!

Includeducation – Murrieta and Temecula
(951) 638-4334
https://includeducation.com
June and July camps for all ages:

• • Murrieta: Junior Robot Builders (4-8 yrs), Robot Challenges (9-14 yrs), Mad Scientists, Tiny Tinkers and Toy Makers, video Game Design, Minecraft Coding, Superhero Camp and more!
  • Temecula: Drama camp, High Sea Summer Camp

LEAPS Services- Build Your Own Independence Spring Camp – Coachella Valley
www.leapsservices.com
This camp is being offered to neurodivergent individuals, ages 18 and over. This camp will be offering overnight stay, meals, transportation, and activities. Check out their website for different camp options throughout the year.

The Painted Turtle
www.thepaintedturtle.org
The Painted Turtle is to provide a year-round, life-changing environment and authentic camp experience for children with chronic and life-threatening illnesses. The Painted Turtle supports children’s medical needs, inspires them to reach beyond their illnesses, and provides care, education, and respite for their families. All campers and families attend completely free of charge. Offers Spring and Fall Family Weekends for the entire family, one-day family events, week-long Summer Sessions, and hospital outreach programs.

Rock’n Our Disabilities- Hesperia
https://rocknourdisabilitiesfoundation.org
The Rock’n Our Disabilities Foundation provides social, recreational, educational, and mentoring programs for families and individuals with special needs. Offers Saturday Camp every 2^nd and 4^th Saturday from 10am to 1pm with sports, craft and fun!

SoCal Adaptive Sports Inclusive Sports/Summer Camp
info@socaladaptivesports.org
https://socaladaptivesports.org/
Adaptive Multi-Sports and Stretching for youth: Reid Park: 701 N Orange St, Riverside. Youths of all abilities 6-15 years of age. Thursday afternoons. If you are an IRC client, please contact your CSC to get referred to this program.

Social Survival Session
Social Survival Speech Therapy Inc.
Pine Springs Ranch
(ages 9-17 yrs)
www.psr.camp/social-survival-ages-9-17.html
Social Survival is an interactive curriculum which combines your child’s love of games with effective social skill strategies. Social Survival is offered for ages 9 through 17 during Junior, Tween, and Teen Camps. ​​​Your camper will have the opportunity to experience:
-Listening skills
-How to carry a conversation
-Understanding emotions and body language
-Social problem solving
-Maintaining friendships
-And much more!

Surfers for Autism
Phone: (877) 966-SURF
www.surfershealing.org
Here at Surfers Healing, our mission is to enrich the lives of people living with autism by exposing them to the unique experience of surfing. Camp sites include Malibu and Dana Point. Registration must be completed online. First come, first serve.

NDR Therapeutic Riding Center – Summer Horse Camp
Norco
951-734-9056
https://ndrtherapeuticriding.org/programs
We improve the lives of people with disabilities through therapeutic horse-related programs. It is composed of structured interactions between PATH and EAGALA Certified Instructors, participants, horses and volunteers. Summer Horse Camp: Ages 8-12 yrs. Snacks provided. $400 Registration. Flyer not on website – you will need to call.

U.S. Adaptive Recreation Center
Big Bear
(909) 584-0269
mail@usarc.org
www.usarc.org
Winter Sports:Adaptive Ski and Snowboard Program. Summer sports: water skiing, Paddle sports, fishing, accessible camping and Snow Summit Adventure.
Reservations, by individuals and groups, are required for all USARC programs. In addition, they should be made well in advance, as availability is limited and demand is high. Offers a 2 day, 2 night water sport program. Vendorized through Inland Regional Center. See website for dates and further information.

Whispering Winds
(619) 464-1479
https://www.whisperingwinds.org/special-needs-family-camp/
Special Needs Family Camp. The camp is located about 45 minutes outside of San Diego, just 4 miles from Julian. 3 days and 2 nights deluxe lodging accommodations, meals (special diets can be accommodated); Exciting age/ability-appropriate camp activities, crafts and recreational opportunities for the special needs kids and their typical siblings; Swimming, horseback riding, ziplining, hiking and more for the whole family to enjoy together. Grants and scholarships available.

Autism Society Options Policy

This Resource Guide was developed to provide families and professionals with an opportunity to find resources related to autism in the Inland Empire in one place.

All information provided or published by the Autism Society Inland Empire is for information purposes only. Specific treatment, therapy or services should be provided to an individual only at the direction of the individual’s doctor, caregiver, or other qualified professional. References to any treatment or therapy option, program, service, or treatment provider are not an endorsement by the Autism Society. References of treatments, therapies, programs, services, and/or providers are not intended to be comprehensive statements. You should investigate alternatives that may be more appropriate for a specific individual. The Autism Society assumes no responsibility for the use made of any information published or provided. The Autism Society Inland Empire provides information, but it does not constitute medical or legal information. Referrals provided are suggestions to organizations that might help, but do not constitute a recommendation. The Autism Society Inland Empire cannot be held responsible for consequences that arise from individual dealings with a professional or organization. The inclusion of any organization does not imply endorsement, and omission does not imply disapproval. The Autism Society Inland Empire may add or remove organizations from this list at its discretion.