Camp · Specialty · Ages 12–17 · $2,200/week
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▌ Specialty · Ages 12–17

PALS Programs - PALS Chicago

PALS Programs - PALS Chicago · $2,200/week

PALS Programs offers inclusive overnight summer camp experiences for young adults with Down syndrome and their peer mentors, fostering independence and commu...

▌ Editor's read The PALS Programs website loads successfully and details an overnight summer camp experience for young adults with Down syndrome and their peer mentors. The organization, founded by Jenni Newbury Ross, has been operating for 10 years, starting in 2004. They explicitly state a 1:1 camper-to-mentor ratio and mention that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks. While the specific 'PALS Programs - PALS Chicago' in Moorestown, NJ, is not directly listed on Google Reviews, the broader 'PALS Programs' organization has a 4.9-star rating from 102 reviews, with themes highlighting the positive impact on participants and the supportive environment. The program is not listed as ACA accredited. The website indicates PALS Programs is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Social media handles are @palsprograms on Instagram and 'palsprograms' on Facebook.
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Since 201610+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 12–17

PALS Programs - PALS Chicago 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
Not verified
Established
2016 (10 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 12–17
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: P.O. Box 396, Moorestown, NJ 08057, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. The cost of a full week of camp for participants with Down syndrome in 2026 is $2,200. The cost of a modified program is $1,200. PALS is a 501(c)3 non-profit and the tuition is purposefully set below the actual cost of camp.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about PALS Programs - PALS Chicago

What ages does PALS Programs - PALS Chicago accept?
PALS Programs - PALS Chicago is open to children ages 12–17. 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 PALS Programs - PALS Chicago cost?
PALS Programs - PALS Chicago publishes $2,200/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $2,200 median for specialty camps in Moorestown. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are PALS Programs - PALS Chicago's hours?
PALS Programs - PALS Chicago 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 PALS Programs - PALS Chicago?
PALS Programs - PALS Chicago is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 10 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 PALS Programs - PALS Chicago provide lunch?
PALS Programs - PALS Chicago 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 PALS Programs - PALS Chicago compare to other specialty camps in Moorestown?
PALS Programs - PALS Chicago is one of 17 specialty camps in Moorestown 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.

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