Camps for Troubled Children in Maine

Maine, known as Vacationland, offers five outstanding camps for children with physical or developmental disabilities. Maine's pleasant summers make warm lakes, perfect for swimming, boating, fishing and kayaking and friendly Maine counselors make warm memories for those with disabilities, and their families as well.

Camp Capella

• Kayaking for everyone

  Camp Capella offers camp opportunities for children with physical or developmental disabilities. Located on Phillips Lake in the Bangor area, Camp Capella offers day camp in the winter months and weekly camp during the summer months. Applications for both are available on their website.

  Camp Capella
  8 Pearl Point Rd
  Dedham, ME 04429
  207-843-5104
  campcapella.org

Camp Kingswood Zohar Program

• The Camp Kingswood Zohar Program, located in Bridgton Maine, offers summer camp opportunities for special needs Jewish children, aged 11-15.

  Camp Kingswood Zohar Program
  104 Wildwood Rd
  Bridgton, ME 04009
  207-647-3969
  kingswood.org

Camp Sunshine

• Family support

  Camp Sunshine, located in Casco Maine, offers support and hope for children with life-threatening illnesses and their family. This free program is offered year-round. They also offer bereavement programs for families who have lost a child.

  Camp Sunshine
  35 Acadia Rd.
  Casco, ME 04105
  207-655-3800
  campsunshine.ord

Camp Waban

• Located in Sanford, Camp Waban offers not only summer camp, but year-round programs for disabled (mental or developmental) children. Their facilities and programs are completely accessible, regardless of the disability.

  Camp Waban
  5 Dunaway Drive
  Sanford, ME 04073
  207-490-9759
  waban.org

Pine Tree Camp

• Night sky at camp

  Probably the best known camp for disabled children is the Pine Tree Camp, located in Rome, Maine. Due to generous contributors, Pine Tree Camp has never turned anyone away because of inability to pay. The barrier-free atmosphere creates an unforgettable camp experience for disabled children that includes swimming, kayaking, fishing and tenting beneath the night sky.

  Pine Tree Camp
  PO Box 518
  149 Front Street
  Bath, ME 04530
  Phone: [phone]
  pinetreesociety.org