Camp Sequoia is a supportive overnight camp for exceptional young men ages 7-17, focusing on the unique needs of boys with ADHD and those working on social or life development skills. Through integrating the social cognitive and frustration tolerance concepts and language into all aspects of camp life we create a full immersion experience into a fun, active social learning adventure.
Most importantly, I want to let you know Craig enjoyed camp and wants to return next year! I don't know who was happier with this news, Craig or my husband and I! Sincere thanks for his positive experience. I will highly recommend the camp to all that may be interested. Again thank you and your whole team very much.
Most importantly, I want to let you know Craig enjoyed camp and wants to return next year! I don't know who was happier with this news, Craig or my husband and I! Sincere thanks for his positive experience. I will highly recommend the camp to all that may be interested. Again thank you and your whole team very much.
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Our staff consists of undergraduate and graduate students, teachers and professionals with backgrounds in the fields of education, counseling, school psychology, speech-language pathology and similar fields that serve exceptional children. Our staff are the key to creating a fantastic summer for our campers.
Camp Sequoia is an overnight summer camp for boys ages 7-17 and girls ages 10-16 to experience social skills success in a dynamic and nurturing environment. Camp Sequoia is designed for children and teenagers with ADHD and other similar diagnoses who do not need the level of support offered at special needs overnight camps yet need a different experience than a traditional overnight camp can offer.
Camp Sequoia currently has availability for new campers. Interested families are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as availability is limited. In order to qualify for Enrollment for the full season or either session, a $1,000 deposit must be paid with application. To maintain this pricing, 50% of the remaining tuition is due 45 days after official enrollment.
Camp Sequoia is an overnight summer camp for boys ages 7-17 and girls 10-16 to experience social skills success in a dynamic and nurturing environment. Many of our campers are diagnosed with ADHD (Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder).
Our camper population also includes boys who present with social anxiety, learning differences (which affect social skills development), or may not have a formal diagnosis yet present with social learning needs.Our innovative program integrates building Frustration Tolerance with Social Learning theory to help campers develop their social skills through a FUN active, traditional camp program.
Our camper population also includes boys who present with social anxiety, learning differences (which affect social skills development), or may not have a formal diagnosis yet present with social learning needs.Our innovative program integrates building Frustration Tolerance with Social Learning theory to help campers develop their social skills through a FUN active, traditional camp program.
Our campers are loveable, capable, active, and creative kids who may need help with some of the following:. Developing perspective taking skills (understanding how you're perceived by others, understanding other's thoughts, feelings and intentions).
Our camper population also includes those who present with social anxiety, learning differences (which effect social skills development), or may not have a formal diagnosis yet present with social learning needs.All campers present with average to above cognitive ability. The majority of our campers attend public schools where they are in mainstream education for all or a portion of the day.
Our camper population also includes those who present with social anxiety, learning differences (which effect social skills development), or may not have a formal diagnosis yet present with social learning needs.All campers present with average to above cognitive ability. The majority of our campers attend public schools where they are in mainstream education for all or a portion of the day.
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Tara Friedman
Jan 07, 2022
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Reema Dixon
Jan 05, 2022
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Working with Camp Sequoia is the best experience I've ever had professionally and personally. Although I have worked at a number of different camps and workplaces, I'm going on my 7th year with Camp Sequoia because, unlike anywhere else I've ever worked, at Camp Sequoia you can see the positive impact and change you have on the kids who come to us each summer. Every summer, I get to see kids who arrive at camp struggling to make authentic connections with others leave at the end of our program with friends and legitimate visible progress they can take with them to apply to their relationships at
Holly Sokoloff
Dec 30, 2021
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Imagine a place where everyone understands and accepts your son for exactly who he is. Envision providing your child with an enriched summer camp experience filled with friends, counselors and staff who truly "get it" and activities that are interesting and sustainable for your son and his new buddies. What if during the school year, you heard your child ask how long it is until camp starts again so he can be in his happy summer spot? These are the joyful, bring-you-to-tears realities of a Camp Sequoia summer. Kids having the time of their lives in a nurturing environment while parents can be worry
Jennifer Clements
Dec 28, 2021
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My son returned from Camp Sequoia 5 months ago. Since his return, I've been waiting for the "honeymoon phase" to wear off. But, now that we've experienced a full semester back at home, I've come to realize that this is our new reality. I feel like I finally have my son back. His maturity level and social awareness have grown far beyond what I could've imagined.
Prior to his stay at Camp Sequoia, I hadn't received a positive report from school for at least 3 years. This fall semester conference with his teachers was completely different. They raved about how smart he is and that he is a great kid
Prior to his stay at Camp Sequoia, I hadn't received a positive report from school for at least 3 years. This fall semester conference with his teachers was completely different. They raved about how smart he is and that he is a great kid
Dina Frauwirth
Dec 16, 2021
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Bbrock
Dec 01, 2021
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Lauren Conner
Nov 19, 2021
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My older son, with high functioning autism, thinks of Sequioa as his second home! We have the utmost respect for Brian (the director) and the counselors made such an impact.
We live in California and searched nationwide for the best place for my son. He was 10 at the time, struggling with therapy and non-school activities. Sequoia, with the social skills focus, was a perfect fit. My younger son, neuro-typical with some anxiety and general social struggles during Covid, joined for the past two summers.
Each summer, they come back happier, energized and so much more mature!
We live in California and searched nationwide for the best place for my son. He was 10 at the time, struggling with therapy and non-school activities. Sequoia, with the social skills focus, was a perfect fit. My younger son, neuro-typical with some anxiety and general social struggles during Covid, joined for the past two summers.
Each summer, they come back happier, energized and so much more mature!
Brenda Hofer
Aug 23, 2021
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It was my sons first time at camp. He has never been away from family or home and was an adjustment. He did the 3 weeks second session and he was really glad he did this. He is looking forward to next year and I can’t thank enough the staff, teachers, and medical staff for a great first year! Director Lux is amazing! This camp he has is a great outlet for boys like my son who have ADHD and social anxiety around kids his own age. While my son was adjusting to camp and a lot of things he was not accustomed to he did help make an impact and help turn negative feeling or actions of other campers
Jayne Napier-Meath
Jul 17, 2021
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My son just returned from this camp and really didn’t like it. The activities are nice as are most of the counselors but most of the campers have serious social and behavioral issues, not just ADHD. If you have a kid who has ADHD, but knows right from wrong and generally follows rules and adult instructions then I would suggest you look for a mainstream camp. This camp is for kids with severe issues, not mild ones.
Chad B.
Apr 30, 2021
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