Camp · Specialty · Ages 18–21 · $2,000/week
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▌ Specialty · Ages 18–21

AbilityFirst Camp Paivika - Independent Adults

AbilityFirst Camp Paivika - Independent Adults · $2,000/week · ★ 4.7 (39 reviews)

AbilityFirst Camp Paivika offers a traditional camp experience for children, teens and adults with disabilities,...

▌ Editor's read The AbilityFirst Camp Paivika website loads as a real camp site, offering programs specifically for adults with developmental disabilities. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) until 2025, indicating adherence to recognized standards for health, safety, and program quality. The camp operates under California state license number 360900001. The website states the camp has been operating for over 75 years, founded by Donald B. Rice, and is run by the nonprofit organization AbilityFirst. A notable strength is the published staff-to-camper ratio of 1:3 for adults, ensuring individualized support. The site also mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Camp Paivika average 4.8 stars from 106 reviews, with many reviewers praising the caring staff and the positive impact on campers' lives. The program type is overnight, focusing on activities like swimming, arts and crafts, and social events tailored for adults with disabilities.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195175+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 18–21

AbilityFirst Camp Paivika - Independent Adults serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in specialty, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1951 (75 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 18–21
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 600 Playground Dr, Crestline, CA 92325
  • Phone: (909) 338-1102
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $2000 for most sessions. Session 7 costs $900. Friends & Family camp is $625 per camper plus adult care provider, and $210 per night for additional family members. Financial aid is available.

Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (1 one-week), from Aug 26 to Aug 30.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session 7 Aug 26 – 30, 2026 · 1 week · $900

↗ What parents like

  • Offers specialized programs
  • Focus on camper independence
  • Financial aid available

↘ Watch for

  • Registration is a survey
  • Limited spots available

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about AbilityFirst Camp Paivika - Independent Adults

What ages does AbilityFirst Camp Paivika - Independent Adults accept?
AbilityFirst Camp Paivika - Independent Adults is open to children ages 18–21. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does AbilityFirst Camp Paivika - Independent Adults cost?
AbilityFirst Camp Paivika - Independent Adults publishes $2,000/week for the standard session. $2000 for most sessions. Session 7 costs $900. Friends & Family camp is $625 per camper plus adult care provider, and $210 per night for additional family members. Financial aid is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are AbilityFirst Camp Paivika - Independent Adults's hours?
AbilityFirst Camp Paivika - Independent Adults runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is AbilityFirst Camp Paivika - Independent Adults accredited?
Yes — AbilityFirst Camp Paivika - Independent Adults is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs AbilityFirst Camp Paivika - Independent Adults?
AbilityFirst Camp Paivika - Independent Adults is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 75 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does AbilityFirst Camp Paivika - Independent Adults provide lunch?
Yes — AbilityFirst Camp Paivika - Independent Adults includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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