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Respite Lehigh Valley

Overnight respite camp is modeled after their summer camp allowing them to provide two days and nights of respite for families. Held at the campus of the Pocono Environmental Education Center. Activities include seasonal and nature inspired arts and crafts, birdwatching, nature hikes, animal studies, foliage exploration and more. For ages 10 to adult. Staffing ratio 1:3. TSS and other staff welcome.

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Physical Address

1501 Lehigh Street, Allentown, PA 18103

Hours

Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon; one weekend in the fall and one in the spring; visit website for details

Application process

Call, email or visit website for dates and application instructions.

Fee

$580; Waiver Eligible Funding through the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP).

Eligibility

For individuals with disabilities, autism and special needs age 10 to adult.

Service area

Lehigh, PA Northampton, PA

Agency info

Easterseals Eastern Pennsylvania - Eastern PA Administrative Office

Creates life-changing solutions for children and adults with physical and cognitive disabilities, autism and other social, sensory and developmental disorders and their families through a variety programs designed to increase independence, maximize opportunities, minimize barriers and enhance quality of life. Provides Early Intervention services for children starting at birth and provides free developmental screenings to ensure early identification of potential delays when it is most critical. Offers summer day camps and overnight camp; weekend respite camp; autism diagnostic clinic; ABA therapy coaching for parents of children with autism; community supports/habilitation for adults; and employment preparation program for high school students.