Camps Connection offers recreational overnight and day camps, as well as therapy-based programs throughout the summer for children with special health care needs. These programs provide an opportunity to gain independence, learn new skills, and enjoy common summer camp experiences. 

Camp Pal’s Paradise - An inclusive day-camp for ages 6-16
Mountainside
Camp Pal’s Paradise is an inclusive day camp for children ages 6-16 with and without special needs. Come join us for exciting summer camp activities, including cooperative games, arts and crafts, water play, special visitors, and more!

Camp is led by CSH Recreational Therapists, as well as trained Summer Camp Counselors and CSH volunteers.

All Campers must be independent in ADLs (feeding, hygiene, etc.)

Camp Chatterbox
Rising Treetops at Oakhurst in Monmouth County
An overnight camp for families with children who use AAC devices as their primary form of communication!

Camp Chatterbox is an overnight camp for children and young adults ages 5-21 who use synthesized Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices as their primary form of communication. Join us for a week of social, recreational, and educational activities that promote the use of our communication systems while making new friends and having fun with other campers!

Parents and siblings will join the AAC campers for a week-long family camp experience, sharing cabins, connecting with other families, and having fun!

Therapy activities and educational workshops will be led by licensed Speech-Language Pathologists, Recreational Therapists, and Special Education Teachers.

Age Groups	Children Adolescents
Community Services	Seasonal Programs Summer Camp
Health Services	Intellectual and Developmental Needs Special Needs

Last Updated: 04/20/25