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

PALS Programs - PALS New Jersey

PALS Programs - PALS New Jersey · $2,200/week

PALS Programs offers inclusive overnight summer camps for young adults with Down syndrome and their peer mentors, focusing on social development and independ...

▌ Editor's read The PALS Programs website loads successfully and details an overnight summer camp experience for young adults with Down syndrome, emphasizing social development and independence. The organization, founded by Robert and Mary Ann Griesemer, has been operating for over 40 years. They explicitly state a 1:1 camper-to-staff ratio and mention that all staff undergo background checks. PALS Programs is a nonprofit organization. While the website does not list ACA accreditation, it provides extensive information about its mission and program structure. Google reviews for 'PALS Programs' generally show a high rating, with an average of 4.9 stars from over 100 reviews, praising the supportive environment and positive impact on participants. The camp's social media handles are @palsprograms on Instagram and palsprograms on Facebook.
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Since 198640+ 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 New Jersey 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
1986 (40 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 New Jersey

What ages does PALS Programs - PALS New Jersey accept?
PALS Programs - PALS New Jersey 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 New Jersey cost?
PALS Programs - PALS New Jersey 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 New Jersey's hours?
PALS Programs - PALS New Jersey 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 New Jersey?
PALS Programs - PALS New Jersey is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 40 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 New Jersey provide lunch?
PALS Programs - PALS New Jersey 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 New Jersey compare to other specialty camps in Moorestown?
PALS Programs - PALS New Jersey 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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