With Keshet support, kids, teens and young adults thrive at day and overnight camps. Whether learning a new swim stroke or participating in a talent show, camp provides the ideal setting for campers to continue growing, learning, socializing and, of course, having fun. Keshet sets the stage for creating lifelong memories and friendships.
Register NowKeshet is a national leader in facilitating inclusive camp programs where campers with disabilities participate to the greatest possible extent in the full camp experience. Campers with and without disabilities do all camp activities together, eat together and, at overnight camp, live together.
Campers with developmental disabilities or other complex needs benefit from Keshet’s expertise in providing individualized accommodations, behavioral supports and one-on-one care. Each camp site has a Keshet site director and/or inclusion coordinator who works closely with staff to make sure each camper’s individual needs are met.
Keshet works with outstanding partner camps and organizations that are deeply committed to promoting inclusion. With 18 day and overnight camp locations, Keshet has a camp program that fits nearly any interest, special need and background. We are proud to partner with JCC Chicago day and overnight camps, Junior Gan Israel, Camp Nageela Midwest and Ramah Day Camp.
Try Chi is the best way for a child to experience the fun and adventure of overnight camp. The short stay combined with Keshet’s individualized attention helps set your child up for success.
August 15-18 | $850
2nd-6th grades
There are very limited spaces still available for Try Chi.
Keshet’s newest day camp provides a structured program, positive peer interaction and a nurturing environment specifically for kids entering Kindergarten through 8th grade.
Camp North provides opportunities for fun, social engagement in the afternoons. It’s the perfect addition to summer days at ESY or morning therapies. Activities include sports, art, music, science, games, dance and more.
Solomon Schechter Day School, Northbrook
12:30-3:30pm
June 21-August 13
K-8 | $1650
Keshet’s very own day camp provides a structured program, positive peer interaction and a nurturing environment.
Days are filled with camp activities -sports, art, music, fitness, drama, yoga, science, dance and more. Special events include community outings to go swimming, explore nature, play at parks and volunteer with community organizations.
A highlight each summer is the Teen & Tween Overnight Trip for 4 days/nights at a nearby overnight camp. Dates TBD
Ida Crown Jewish Academy, Skokie
9:30am-3:30pm
June 21-August 13
12-21 years | $6800
Students who participate in Extended School Year (ESY) in the mornings, can join Teen & Tween Camp in the afternoons for an additional fee.
Afternoon Fee for ESY: $1650
Teen & Tween Overnight Trip for ESY: $1020
A TRADITION OF INCLUSION
For over 30 years, Keshet has had a unique partnership with JCC Chicago to foster inclusion at each Apachi Camp site. This allows for campers to go to camp in their home communities often with their classmates from school.
Inclusive camp programming is made possible through the collaboration of Keshet, JCC Chicago and Jewish United Fund.
APACHI J CAMPS | apachi.org
Please note: JCC Chicago J Camps will be closed on July 5.
Three or four week sessions are available in some situations. Contact Marni Sommerfield at msommerfield@keshet.org to discuss details.
Apachi Evanston
June 21-August 13
3 years-5th grade | $4000
6th-7th grade | $4350
Apachi Hyde Park
July 6-August 13
3 years-4th grade | $3980
Apachi Northside
July 6-August 13
4 years-2nd grade | $5005
3rd-7th grade | $5082
Optional Bus Fee $1144
Apachi Old Town
July 6-August 13
4 years-2nd grade | $5005
3rd-7th grade | $5082
Optional Bus Fee $1144
Apachi Rogers Park
June 21-August 13
4 years-K | $5200
1st-8th grade | $5800
Apachi Village Lake Zurich
June 14-August 6
3-4 years | $4500
Apachi Village Northbrook
June 21-August 13
3-4 years | $4500
Apachi Village Rogers Park
June 21-August 13
2-4 years | $4500
Elaine Frank Apachi
June 14-August 6
3 years-3rd grade | $5130
4th-7th grade | $5495
Optional Bus Fee $1335
‘Z’ Frank Apachi
June 21-August 13
4 years-3rd grade | $6140
4th-7th grade | $6600
Optional Bus Fee $1450
Session 1
June 20-July 16
4th-10th grade | $7020*
Session 2
July 18-August 13
4th-10th grade | $7020*
Try Chi
August 15-18
3rd-6th grade | $850
*Additional Fees: Optional Bus for $195, Canteen and Trip Account (depending on age)
Full summer options are also available at Camp Chi and Avodah.
Session 1
June 20-July 16
10th grade-21 years | $6480*
Session 2
July 18-August 13
10th grade-21 years | $6480*
*Additional Fees: Optional Bus for $195, Canteen and Trip Account (depending on age)
Full summer options are also available at Camp Chi and Avodah.
Girls Session
June 20-July 12
3rd-9th grade | $3900
Boys Session
July 14-August 5
3rd-9th grade | $3900
Ramah Day Camp | ramahday.com
June 14-August 6
K-6th grade | $5920
Includes bus transportation
Junior Gan Israel | skokiechabad.org
2-6 years
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Keshet and JCC Chicago are partners in serving children with disabilities in summer day and overnight camps. For more than 20 years, Keshet has proudly supported campers and fostered disability inclusion at Apachi Day Camps and Camp Chi.
Need-based fee assistance is available for camp for those who apply by Feb. 15, 2021. Families will indicate their interest in receiving assistance when they register online. Our team will then be in touch with you about next steps. Contact Anca at 847.205.1234 for more information.
