Tikvah Special Needs
Participants with special needs in ages 5+
Tikvah Mini Camp & No School Holidays
We have limited spots available for our incredible Tikvah Special Needs program on all No School Holidays and Mini Camps.
Grades 2-12
Team Tikvah
Through physical-based activities, we will help your children learn the skills needed to make friends, build relationships, and develop confidence.
As part of our inclusive and welcoming program, we will work with you to create a personalized plan that meets your child’s individual needs. So what are you waiting for? Join us and give your child the opportunity to have some fun while they learn!
Team Tikvah is a great way for children with special needs to develop important social skills to succeed in school, life, and their relationships. If you are interested in learning more, please contact us today.
Camp Tikvah at Camp J Miami
Camp Tikvah offers an exceptional camping experience with programs specifically designed for individuals who have either cognitive and/or physical disabilities. A stimulating environment with hands-on activities is created for each camper, with the goal of instilling confidence, developing social and life skills, increasing attention span, and improving fine and gross motor skills. Campers participate in general camp activities on an individual basis where appropriate. Yearly intake is required.
For more information, contact (305) 271-9000 X 264 or email rgaladza@alperjcc.org.
Interested in joining our Camp J Miami team?
Apply here to be a part of the best summer camp staff in Miami!
Inclusion Program
Camp J Miami and the JDays After School Program strives to create the most inclusive and supportive environment for children of all abilities. We enthusiastically welcome children and teens with developmental disabilities and/or physical challenges in all camp programs. Children in the inclusion program may have accommodations made and receive special assistance from a facilitator. All applicants must complete an individualized assessment to determine whether the program will meet the needs of each prospective camper.
For more information, please contact the Camp & Youth Office at (305) 271-9000 X 264 or rgaladza@alperjcc.org.
Resources
We strive to help our families find the best resources to help them meet the needs of their children and adults with special needs. Below you will find wonderful local resources to assist you with anything you may need. Also, remember we are here for you so feel free to reach out! We would be happy to assist you!
- The Advocacy Network on Disabilities
- 2-1-1 Helpline
- Miami Jewish Ability Alliance
- UM CARD - Center for Autism & Related Disabilities
- The Children's Trust
- Parent to Parent
The Advocacy Network on Disabilities
2-1-1 Helpline
Miami Jewish Ability Alliance
UM CARD - Center for Autism & Related Disabilities
The Children's Trust
Parent to Parent
The Shirley and Chester Paul Special Needs Program at Alper JCC Miami offers a fun, stimulating, and dynamic program for children, teens, and adults with cognitive and/or physical disabilities. Programs include a fully inclusive Summer Camp, Winter Mini-Camp, Spring Mini-Camp, and No-School Holidays.
Our program is structured to instill confidence, develop social and life skills, increase attention span, and improve fine and gross motor abilities. In addition, everyone participates in a variety of activities including indoor/outdoor games, swimming, cooking, field trips & more.
Have questions?
Please reach out to the Camp & Youth Office at (305) 271-9000 X 271 or youth@alperjcc.org.