If your child is deaf or hearing impaired in some way, she will have fun at hearing impaired camp during the summer. She can explore her world with others in her same situation, through fun games, group and individual sessions, recreational activities and more. This type of special needs camp is often developed and maintained by instructors who are hearing impaired themselves. Programs promote communication, vocabulary building, auditory skills improvement and language development.

Highlights: In addition to leadership development activities, a deaf camp may also offer fun recreational options such as horseback riding, hiking, boating, swimming, games and plays, and even archery, all meant to promote team building skills.

What to Ask the Camp Director: Does the special needs camp offer family weekends for parents and kids to take advantage of together? These family weekends allow parents to enjoy guest speakers on relevant topics, and get an opportunity to talk with other parents of hearing impaired children. Kids can meet others just like them and start the basis of long lasting friendships.

What to Pack: Be sure to pack your child's hearing aid and any other necessary devices they use on a daily basis. Many day camps provide lunch but if not, pack a nutritious lunch and plenty of snacks.