Camp Overview
Since 1976, Camp Northwood has provided socially therapeutic residential camp programming for learning challenged, high functioning autistic and socially immature children. Located in the Adirondacks of New York State, we offer children an opportunity to participate in traditional camping activities while receiving the extra professional support and structure necessary to succeed in a social community. A 2:1 camper/counselor ratio, small groups and a formal social skills training program are integral aspects of our camp program. Campers participate in a daily academics program in order to maintain current skill levels throughout the summer. A summer at Northwood is best suited for those interested in experiencing the most challenging summer of their lives while knowing that they are making a difference in the lives of deserving children.
STAFF TIME OFF
Staff members receive one hour off in the afternoon five days per week, evenings off four nights per week and one day-off per week.
STAFF QUALITIES
Maturity, flexibility, patience, good sense of humor, creativity, desire to learn strategies for working with special populations, willing to work long hours, able to know when to ask for assistance, willing to offer assistance when seeing the need, not afraid to try new experiences, non-smoker.
