Epilepsy Camp with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan (Kids Camp / Family Camp)
Epilepsy Camp, hosted by the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan, offers specialized summer camp experiences for children and families living with epilepsy, focu...
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a Very Special Camps directory listing for "Camp Discovery" by the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan, not a direct camp website. This listing indicates the camp offers both Kids Camp and Family Camp programs, suggesting a hybrid program type. The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan is a nonprofit organization, making the owner type 'nonprofit'. While the listing mentions medical supervision, it does not provide specific details on staff-to-camper ratios or explicit background check policies. A Google search for "Epilepsy Camp with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan" reveals their official website (epilepsymichigan.org), which confirms the existence of these camps. The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan has a 4.8-star rating from 10 Google reviews, with reviewers often praising their supportive community and helpful resources. Social media handles for the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan are @epilepsymichigan on Instagram and 'epilepsymichigan' on Facebook. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory, so its accreditation status is unknown.
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
Epilepsy Camp with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan (Kids Camp / Family Camp) 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
- Day and overnight options
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 7–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 1200 University Camp Dr, Pinckney, MI 48169, USA
- Phone: (800) 377-6226
- Cost notes: FREE. The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan has committed to seek grants and continues to run fundraising campaigns to help offset the cost of offering camp at little or no cost. Because of our generous sponsors and donors, there is no cost to attend Camp in 2026. USD
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Epilepsy Camp with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan (Kids Camp / Family Camp)
- What ages does Epilepsy Camp with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan (Kids Camp / Family Camp) accept?
- Epilepsy Camp with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan (Kids Camp / Family Camp) is open to children ages 7–17. 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 Epilepsy Camp with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan (Kids Camp / Family Camp) cost?
- Epilepsy Camp with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan (Kids Camp / Family Camp) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. FREE. The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan has committed to seek grants and continues to run fundraising campaigns to help offset the cost of offering camp at little or no cost. Because of our generous sponsors and donors, there is no cost to attend Camp in 2026. USD Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- What are Epilepsy Camp with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan (Kids Camp / Family Camp)'s hours?
- Epilepsy Camp with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan (Kids Camp / Family Camp) 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 Epilepsy Camp with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan (Kids Camp / Family Camp)?
- Epilepsy Camp with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan (Kids Camp / Family Camp) 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 Epilepsy Camp with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan (Kids Camp / Family Camp) provide lunch?
- Epilepsy Camp with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan (Kids Camp / Family Camp) 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.
- How does Epilepsy Camp with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan (Kids Camp / Family Camp) compare to other specialty camps in Pinckney?
- Epilepsy Camp with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan (Kids Camp / Family Camp) is one of 5 specialty camps in Pinckney that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Epilepsy Camp with the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan (Kids Camp / Family Camp) with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
- Neurodiversity-friendly camps · Use support questions for sensory, staffing, and transition fit.
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