Autism Summer Camps in Savannah, Georgia

Savannah is a mid-sized coastal city, so dedicated autism camp options are more limited than in metro Atlanta — but real options exist, and honesty helps you plan.

Local and regional options. F.R.I.E.N.D.S of Coastal Georgia offers behavior-based services and summer/peer programs for autistic and special-needs children in the Savannah area. Some local ABA and therapy providers run structured summer programs — ask the clinics your child already works with. City and county recreation departments and organizations like the YMCA sometimes offer inclusion support at general camps; ask specifically what accommodations they provide.

Traveling for camp. For dedicated overnight or specialized autism camps, many Georgia families look statewide — including options in and around Atlanta and elsewhere in the Southeast. The Autism Toolkit of Georgia maintains a statewide camp list worth checking.

Extended School Year. If your child qualifies for ESY through their IEP, the Savannah-Chatham County school system provides structured summer services at no cost. Ask your child's IEP team well before spring.

Plan early. The best camps and inclusion spots fill months ahead, and funding or scholarship applications often have early deadlines.