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Coelho Epilepsy Youth Summer Camp - Camp Coelho for Youth

Coelho Epilepsy Youth Summer Camp - Camp Coelho for Youth

Camp Coelho is a free, overnight summer camp in Northern California specifically designed for youth aged 8-17 living with epilepsy, offering a safe and suppo...

▌ Editor's read The Coelho Epilepsy Youth Summer Camp, hosted by the Epilepsy Foundation of Northern California, is an overnight camp for youth aged 8-17 with epilepsy. The website states the camp is free for all participants, including transportation from designated pick-up points. It emphasizes a medically supervised environment with neurologists and nurses on-site 24/7. The camp aims to foster independence and self-esteem through activities like swimming, arts and crafts, and campfires. The Epilepsy Foundation of Northern California is a nonprofit organization. While the website does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background checks, it highlights the presence of medical professionals. Google reviews for 'Epilepsy Foundation of Northern California' show a 4.8-star rating from 10 reviews, with positive comments often mentioning the supportive community and valuable resources provided. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory.
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Who thrives here Ages 9–17

Coelho Epilepsy Youth Summer Camp - Camp Coelho for Youth is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 9–17
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 2136 Bohemian Hwy, Occidental, CA 95465, USA
  • Cost notes: FREE. The website states "We strive to ensure that all interested campers are able to attend and have never turned down a child due to financial need." USD

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Coelho Epilepsy Youth Summer Camp - Camp Coelho for Youth

What ages does Coelho Epilepsy Youth Summer Camp - Camp Coelho for Youth accept?
Coelho Epilepsy Youth Summer Camp - Camp Coelho for Youth is open to children ages 9–17. 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 Coelho Epilepsy Youth Summer Camp - Camp Coelho for Youth cost?
Coelho Epilepsy Youth Summer Camp - Camp Coelho for Youth doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. FREE. The website states "We strive to ensure that all interested campers are able to attend and have never turned down a child due to financial need." USD Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Coelho Epilepsy Youth Summer Camp - Camp Coelho for Youth's hours?
Coelho Epilepsy Youth Summer Camp - Camp Coelho for Youth 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.
Who runs Coelho Epilepsy Youth Summer Camp - Camp Coelho for Youth?
Coelho Epilepsy Youth Summer Camp - Camp Coelho for Youth is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Coelho Epilepsy Youth Summer Camp - Camp Coelho for Youth provide lunch?
Coelho Epilepsy Youth Summer Camp - Camp Coelho for Youth does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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