The San Francisco Bay Area offers a variety of services and programs tailored for children with physical disabilities. Below is a curated list of notable organizations and resources, including Camp Wamp:
1. Camp Wamp
- Overview: Founded by Stephen J. Wampler, who has cerebral palsy, Camp Wamp provides a week-long summer camp experience in the High Sierras near Lake Tahoe. The camp is designed for children aged 8-18 with physical disabilities, offering activities like fishing, canoeing, hiking, and survival challenges.
- Sessions: Four one-week sessions are available each summer, accommodating various age groups.
- Mission: To inspire children with physical disabilities to recognize their potential and capabilities.
- Location: High Sierras near Lake Tahoe, California.
- Website: Camp Wamp
2. Support for Families of Children with Disabilities
- Overview: A parent-run San Francisco-based nonprofit organization offering free resources, support, and guidance to families of children with disabilities.
- Services: Family support, educational workshops, and assistance in navigating disability services.
- Location: 832 Folsom St #1001, San Francisco, CA 94107.
- Website: Support for Families
3. Family Support Services
- Overview: Provides assistance to families facing challenges in caring for children with mental or physical disabilities, including those who are medically fragile or HIV positive.
- Services: Home-based support, parenting education, and family support programs.
- Locations:
- Oakland: 303 Hegenberger Road, Suite 400, Oakland, CA 94621
- San Francisco: 205 13th Street, Suite 3150, San Francisco, CA 94103.
- Website: Family Support Services
4. Development is Child’s Play
- Overview: A clinician-owned multidisciplinary pediatric facility specializing in sensory integration.
- Services: Occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology.
- Location: Burlingame, CA.
- Website: Development is Child’s Play
5. Through the Looking Glass
- Overview: Offers home-based services for families where a parent or child has a disability.
- Services: Parent/child intervention, family support, and parenting education.
- Location: Berkeley, CA.
- Website: Through the Looking Glass
6. Jewish Family and Children’s Services (JFCS) – Disability Services
- Overview: Provides comprehensive programs for individuals with disabilities and their families.
- Services: Case management, counseling, attendant care, and independent living communities.
- Location: San Francisco, Marin County, Mid-North Peninsula, South Peninsula, and Sonoma County.
- Website: JFCS Disability Services
7. Access to Adventure
- Overview: An event organized by Support for Families, bringing together various organizations that offer recreational activities for children with disabilities.
- Participating Organizations: Includes Bay Area Association of Disabled Sailors, Bearfoot Occupational Therapy, and more.
- Website: Access to Adventure
8. La Familia – Developmental Disabilities Services
- Overview: Provides bilingual and culturally sensitive services to families with children who have developmental disabilities.
- Services: Assistance in navigating systems to obtain necessary services and support.
- Location: Hayward, CA.
- Website: La Familia
9. Bay Area Regional Centers
- Overview: Regional centers provide assessment and coordination of services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Services: Evaluation, resource coordination, and support services.
- Note: Eligibility requires assessment before age 18.
- Website: Bay Area Regional Centers
10. Pomeroy Recreation and Rehabilitation Center
- Overview: Offers recreational and vocational opportunities for children and adults with disabilities.
- Facilities: Playground, theater, gymnasium, wheelchair-accessible pool, and garden.
- Location: San Francisco, CA.
- Website: Pomeroy Recreation and Rehabilitation Center
These organizations provide a range of services, from recreational programs like Camp Wamp to therapeutic support and family assistance, ensuring that children with physical disabilities in the Bay Area have access to enriching experiences and essential resources.
For a visual glimpse into the experiences offered at Camp Wamp, you might find these videos insightful.
Recent Comments