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Special Needs

Special Needs Director:
Melissa Bunce • 545-8658
mbunce@weinsteinjcc.org

Children:
• Offering a unique inclusive setting in our Preschool, Childcare, After School and Camp programs
• Providing support to children with special needs
• Providing children with a solid foundation for later success in school, at work and in the community

Teens:
• Helping our teen social groups with cognitive and physical disabilities
• Socializing with friends by attending cultural and sporting events
• Serving the unmet needs of individuals with developmental disabilities through social, educational, and recreational opportunities

Voices A Together - One-of-a-Kind Camp for Special Kids
For children with autism ages 5-18
Contact Andrea Costanzo at 285-6500 x8812 or voicestogether@weinsteinjcc.org
Structured, integrated recreational camp experience for children with autism ages 5-18
Variety of summer recreational activities offered including music, swimming, arts & crafts, sports, and an occasional field trip. Our campers are supervised by trained teachers, with one-to-one adult aides (on an as-needed basis) Same-age peers round out the camp population.

Teen and Young Adult Circle of Friends
Ages 13 - 21
Leader: Andrea Costanzo
The Weinstein JCC, in coordination with Jewish Family Services, is offering this exciting new social and recreational group for teens and young adults with special needs focusing on learning new skills and making friends. This group meets twice a month at the Weinstein JCC or goes on outings in the community to enjoy cooking, swimming, recreational sports, pottery and more.
September - December
8 activities
$130 M / $150 NM