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We regret that Camp Rainbow will not be in session for the summer of 2021 due to COVID restrictions at Ramapo College where Camp is located. We full expect to be back with an exciting Camp season for Summer 2022.
Camp Rainbow Program
Camp Rainbow is an educational, fun-filled experience for children and adults with developmental disabilities. The program operates from 9am - 3pm for 6 weeks from Late June/ early July to early August on the campus of Ramapo College. Campers may come for all, or some, of the season. Door to Door Transportation is provided to most participants within Bergen and Passaic County.
Swimming is enjoyed daily at Darlington Lake with transportation provided to and from the Ramapo Campus.
The Rainbow Staff includes Certified Special Education Teachers, Nurse, Behavioral Support Staff, Counselors, Lifeguards and Art, Music and Adapted Phys.ed Specialists.
Activities
Each week at Rainbow has a theme. Special events, music, art, academics, cooking groups, shows, contests and projects reflect the theme. Activities of daily living, social skills, communication skills, developing confidence and self esteem are all part of the Rainbow experience.
The Rainbow Vacation Club offers adults an opportunity to get away from work/day programs and have some fun with age appropriate activities both on-site and in the community.
Extended School Year
The Rainbow Summer Day program provides extended school year services for many school districts. Designed to support and maintain the skills children are learning during the school year, the program also emphasizes the incorporation of skill maintenance and development in accordance with the IEP. The IEP is utilized by Rainbow’s Special Education Teachers to guide programming aimed at maintaining existing skills and developing new competences. Instruction occurs during focused activities and is also incorporated into activities throughout the day. There is a strong emphasis on building independence, communication and social skills.
Rainbow Funding
Camp Rainbow is a qualified provider for DCF/CSOC, DDD Supports Program Waiver and Community Care Program Waiver and the Bergen County Respite Program.
Camp Rainbow provides Extended School Year Programs for a number of school Districts. We can work with your district to provide your Extended School Year program. Contact us for more information.
Thank you to Cafe Anello for donating delicious meals for all of our residents and staff throughout the pandemic. They even donated a special holiday feast for each home for our virtual holiday extravaganza. Many thanks to Chet/Owner John Vitale and his fantastic team.
https://www.caffeanello.com/
Thank you to the Everwipe for their generous donation of wiping and cleaning supplies. You are helping to keep us clean and safe! #EverydayEverywhereEverwipe
https://everwipe.com
Tom Toronto, President Bergen United Way
Thank You NJ Special Olympics for donating game equipment to help keep our group homes active during the pandemic.
