The program is conducted by trained professionals, including certified teachers, behavior specialists, and education aides. Certified Behavior Analysts are on-site at all times. Camp DMC is proud to also host community volunteers and interns participating in the Dan Marino Foundation’s Summer STEPS program. The ratio of staff to children ranges from 1:3 to 1:7. The program welcomes children from 5 to 12 years old. *
Children new to the program must participate in a pre-camp screening evaluation. To be considered for participation, all children are required to be fully toilet trained. The program cost ranges up to $375 per week. Families who qualify for financial assistance may be eligible to enroll at no cost (proof of income is required). Once accepted, families must commit to their child attending Camp DMC for the duration of the 8-week camp, for a minimum of 6 hours per day. This camp is limited to Broward County residents, and financial assistance is on a sliding fee scale. A non-refundable $100 deposit per child is required to reserve. Space is limited to 60 children with special needs.
Camp location:
Somerset Academy
20803 Johnson Street
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33029
Camp Dates: 6/11/12 - 8/3/12
Camp Hours: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Camp Age: 5 to 12 (up to 14*)
Pre-care: 7:30 a.m.–9 a.m.
After-care: 3 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
Key Areas of Focus
- Educational curriculum includes: Reading, match, science, art, physical education (PE) and social skills training
- Therapeutic services include: Behavior analysis, speech, occupational and physical therapies
- Service learning project
- Music and movement
- Yoga
Special Events- Weekly field trips to the pool at the Dan Marino Outpatient Center
- End-of-summer field trips (3)
- Visitors from local community programs and organizations.
*Children as old as 14 may qualify to participate based on evaluation and if appropriate.
For more camp information, please contact:
Megan Joyce at 954-385-6285
or email: megan.joyce@mch.com
Stacy Layer at 954-385-6221
or email: stacy.layer@mch.com
For summer employment opportunities, please visit: www.mchr.com For volunteer opportunities (must be at least 15 years of age), please contact the Camp DMC Manager: Stacy A. Layer, MA, BCBA at 954-385-6221 or email: stacy.layer@mch.com