Services - CampRamapo

Services

Overnight Summer Camp

Each summer, our 240-acre Riverside campus becomes a vibrant community where campers with social, emotional, and learning differences thrive. From sunrise hikes and arts workshops to evening campfires and talent shows, every activity is thoughtfully adapted so that each child can fully participate and shine. Our overnight camp emphasizes:

Ages: 6–16

Session Length: 1–4 weeks

Camper-to-Counselor Ratio: ~1:1

Individualized Planning: Before arrival, families and campers meet with our clinical team to set personalized social and emotional goals.

Therapeutic Support: Licensed counselors and behavior specialists embed therapeutic strategies seamlessly into daily routines.

Skill Building: Through cooperative games, problem-solving challenges, and leadership roles, campers grow in confidence, communication, and self-regulation.

Community & Fun: Traditions like the “Buddy Lantern Walk” and “Camp Olympics” foster deep friendships and a sense of belonging.

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$2,500 per week

Includes lodging, all meals, activities, and 24-hour staff support. Sibling discounts available (10% off).

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Day Camp

For families seeking a structured, supportive summer experience closer to home, our Day Camp combines engaging activities with targeted social-skills coaching. Campers rotate through themed clusters Nature & Science, Creative Arts, Athletics & Wellness and participate in daily small-group “Check-In Circles” to practice communication and emotional awareness. Highlights include:

Ages: 5–15

Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Monday–Friday)

Adaptive Recreation: Swimming in our heated pool with trained lifeguards, obstacle-course challenges, and cooperative team sports.

STEM Adventures: Hands-on experiments, robotics, and maker labs designed to ignite curiosity.

Creative Expression: Music, theater, and visual-arts workshops led by experienced instructors.

Family Fridays: Weekly showcases where campers share projects and achievements with loved ones.

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$600 per week

Covers supervised activities from 9 AM–4 PM, lunch, and daily “Check-In Circles.” Early-drop/late-pickup add-on ($50/week).

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Staff Assistant Experience

Our transitional living program empowers young adults with social, emotional, or developmental challenges to acquire the life skills needed for independent adulthood. Participants live on-site with peers and work one-on-one with a “Life-Skills Coach” to:

Ages: 18–21

Duration: 10-Month Residential Program

Master Daily Living: Meal planning, budgeting, transportation, and time management.

Build Vocational Skills: Resume writing, mock interviews, and on-campus internships in hospitality, groundskeeping, or administration.

Foster Social Confidence: Group workshops on communication, conflict resolution, and self-advocacy.

Plan for the Future: College-prep sessions, workplace tours, and connections to local support networks.

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$40,000 per 10-month cohort

All residential costs, life-skills coaching, workshops, and vocational placements. Payment plans available.

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Ramapo Training & Coaching

We partner with schools, community centers, and agencies to deliver interactive workshops, on-site coaching, and virtual webinars grounded in our proprietary “Ramapo Approach.” Whether your goal is to reduce disciplinary referrals, strengthen classroom community, or support neurodiverse learners, our offerings include:

For Educators, Youth Workers & Families

Positive Behavior Supports: Strategies for creating inclusive environments and proactive behavior plans.

Restorative Practices: Facilitated circles and mediation techniques to foster accountability and repair.

Trauma-Informed Care: Understanding the impact of stress and adversity on learning and behavior.

Family Engagement: Parent workshops on emotional coaching, sibling support, and community resources.

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$1,200 per day (8 hour workshop)

Customizable half- or full-day on-site workshops; virtual webinars $800/full day. Package rates for multi-school engagements.

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Team-Building Retreats

Our customized retreats leverage outdoor adventure and experiential learning to strengthen communication, trust, and problem-solving skills. Activities are fully adaptable to group size, age range, and mobility levels, and can be hosted on-campus or at partner facilities. Core retreat elements:

Groups: Schools, Sports Teams, Corporate & Nonprofit Groups

Length: 1–3 Days

Low-Ropes & High-Ropes Courses

Cooperative Challenges (e.g., “Spider Web,” “Blind Trust Walk”)

Guided Reflection Circles to process lessons and reinforce goals

Follow-Up Resources for sustaining positive culture back at your organization

$5,000 per day (up to 25 people)

Includes facilitation, equipment, and follow-up materials. Add ropes-course rental ($1,000/day).

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Our diverse suite of programs are designed to meet participants wherever they are on their journey, whether they’re just beginning to explore social settings, preparing to transition into independent adulthood, or training the adults who support them. Every program reflects our commitment to evidence-based practices, individualized attention, and joyful, strengths-based experiences. Below you’ll find an overview of our core offerings; click through each section to learn more and apply.

Active Fundraisers

Summer Campership Fund

Empowering more children with social and emotional challenges to experience our overnight camp through full and partial scholarship opportunities.

$ 15,000 of $40,000 Raised

Support

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Sensory Learning Lab

Building a dedicated indoor space equipped with adaptive tools and calming zones to support neurodiverse learners’ social and cognitive growth.

$ 8,500 of $25,000 Raised

Support

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Youth Leadership Retreat

Sponsoring weekend leadership and team-building retreats for middle and high school students, fostering collaboration, communication, and self-confidence.

$ 12,750 of $30,000 Raised

Support