Scottsdale has one of the more developed city-run answers in the Valley. Its Adapted Recreation Services run both population-specific summer programs for teens with disabilities and inclusion support inside the city's mainstream summer programs — two genuinely different routes, and worth understanding before you choose.
City-run recreation, adapted sports, and social programs for all ages, including inclusion support within mainstream afterschool and summer programs, population-specific teen programs for ages 12–22, Chaparral Teen Connection, a monthly Dance and Social Club, and the Spectacular Saturday Club. Phone 480-312-2234.
Visit siteThe Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center partners with several Arizona summer camps to support inclusive programming for campers of all ages, making existing camps workable rather than running one of its own.
Visit siteEntirely free summer camp sessions for special needs youth and adults from across Arizona, with a published season schedule. Residential and in the high country; free sessions fill quickly.
Visit siteSeasonally updated directory of special needs summer camps across the Phoenix metro, including options for older teens. More reliable than a static list, since Valley offerings change each year.
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