Special Needs Camp Paivika: Video

For special needs kids and adults, Camp Paivika is an oasis of possibility; a place where lifelong friendships are made. It's a fun place where campers blossom and thrive. It's a place of safety and compassion. Watch our Camp Paivika video to see and hear how camping has changed and enhanced the lives of individuals of all ages.

Read our brochure to learn more about our camping program and the benefits of camping.

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History and Slideshow

Opened in 1947, Camp Paivika was one of the nation’s first resident recreational camps built specifically for people with disabilities. An AbilityFirst (formerly the Crippled Children’s Society) facility, Camp Paivika serves kids and adults with autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, epilepsy and other mild to severe physical and developmental disabilities. It is fully accredited by the American Camping Association.

Camp Paivika has a rich history and strong legacy. Our slideshow features vintage photos of campers, staff and friends through the years.