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Special Needs

Youth and Teens with special needs are welcome and encouraged to participate in our many activities and programs. From after school programs and camp to swim lessons and fitness training, there are programs where everyone can achieve success.
"In Shape" For Teens with Special Needs (Ages 12 and up)
This class is taught by a personal trainer and will teach cardiovascular and basic weight training for teens with special needs.
Contact Shelley Moll at (203) 226-8981 x198 for more information.

Special Cares After School
Every child deserves an exciting and enriching after-school experience. At the Family Y’s After School program, this includes swim lessons, art, gym, cooking, music and more; plus homework help and nutritious snacks.
The Family Y has been supporting children and families with special needs through Special Cares at Camp Mahackeno for decades. Now, we are bringing this expertise to After School.
Contact Tasha Dennison at (203) 226-8981 x113 for more information.

Special Cares Summer Camp
Ages 6-16
Our Special Cares program offers children with physical and mental disabilities a traditional day camp experience. Mainstreamed as far as their ability allows, Special Cares campers are assigned an age-appropriate Camp Mahackeno unit, and join in as many activities as possible.
Staff to camper ratio is 1:1 or 1:2, providing the camper with the attention and encouragement needed to develop at his or her own pace. Please contact .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for more information or further registration procedures.