What is Camp Apple?
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For 40 years, the Camp Apple Program at Community Care Connections has provided a safe and supportive space for children with and without disabilities to continue their journey in developing life skills and social competencies. Your child will have the chance to practice a variety of interpersonal skills, including learning to get along with others, making friends, responding appropriately in social settings, advocating for themselves, and practicing good hygiene. Your child’s hard work towards becoming competent in these areas could open opportunities in their future for strong relationships and meaningful employment.
In 2016, the program expanded its operation to include an even split of children with and without disabilities in each session. We believe it is best for children with disabilities to learn these skills side-by-side with their typically-developing peers, allowing both to gain experience in teamwork and collaboration towards a common goal of success.
Camp Apple is broken down into three programs: Camp Apple Seeds, Camp Apple, and Teen Camp Apple. All programs participate in fun activities both on and off site to practice their developing skills in real-world settings. Our camp counselors are highly qualified and love their work with children.
Read on for a breakdown of each program and how you can join!
Camp Apple Seeds
This section of the Camp Apple Program is for our youngest participants to start developing the basic foundations for life skills and social competencies.
Ages: 3-4
Duration: 1 week during the Summer
Days: Monday/Wednesday/Friday
Times: 10am-12pm
Location: Community Care Connections, 114 Skyline Drive, Butler, PA 16001
Camp Apple
Our mid-level section of the Camp Apple Program takes participants a step further in their developmental journeys through a more involved design. This level includes occasional field trips to off-site locations, such as the Pittsburgh Zoo or Carnegie Science Center, giving participants the chance to practice their skills in a real-world setting.
Ages: 5-12
Duration: 6 weeks during the Summer; select Saturdays in Fall and Spring (TBD)
Days: Monday/Wednesday/Friday
Times: 9:30am-2:30pm
Location: Community Care Connections, 114 Skyline Drive, Butler, PA 16001
Teen Camp Apple
The final section of Camp Apple is for teens and young adults. This program includes a very physically active agenda with visits to a variety of parks and recreational areas like Preston Park, Moraine State Park, Alameda Park, and more. Participants will develop their social skills through activities that promote the formation of positive relationships with their peers.
Ages: 13-21
Duration: 6 weeks during the Summer; select Friday evenings in Fall and Spring (TBD)
Days: Tuesdays/Thursdays
Times: 10am-2pm
Location: various TBD
Special Thanks
This program would not be possible without the love and support of our partners and sponsors. Community Care Connections extends a special thanks to:
- United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania-Butler Region
- Butler County Human Services
- The National Inclusion Project
- Private grants and donations
- All who have donated to our fundraisers.
Disclaimer
Filling out an application does not guarantee a spot in Camp Apple. Decisions on who is selected to participate is based on the number of available slots for children with disabilities and those without for each age group. Additionally, prior attendees are not guaranteed a spot now or in the future.
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Sarah Sauers
Program Director
