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

PALS Programs - PALS San Francisco

PALS Programs - PALS San Francisco · $2,200/week

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

▌ Editor's read The PALS Programs website loads successfully and details their mission to provide inclusive summer camp experiences for young adults with Down syndrome. The organization, founded by Jenni Newbury Ross, has been operating for 25 years, indicating significant experience in the field. They explicitly state a 1:1 camper-to-peer mentor ratio, which is a strong indicator of personalized care. The website mentions that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks. While PALS Programs is a national organization, the specific 'PALS San Francisco' program is not explicitly detailed on the main 'palsprograms.org/summer' page, which focuses on various locations including Moorestown, NJ. The organization is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Google reviews for 'PALS Programs' generally reflect positive experiences, with an average rating of 4.9 stars from over 100 reviews, praising the inclusive environment and dedicated staff. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited, nor is a specific state license number for New Jersey provided on the site.
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Since 200125+ 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 San Francisco 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
2001 (25 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 San Francisco

What ages does PALS Programs - PALS San Francisco accept?
PALS Programs - PALS San Francisco 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 San Francisco cost?
PALS Programs - PALS San Francisco 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 San Francisco's hours?
PALS Programs - PALS San Francisco 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 San Francisco?
PALS Programs - PALS San Francisco is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 25 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 San Francisco provide lunch?
PALS Programs - PALS San Francisco 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 San Francisco compare to other specialty camps in Moorestown?
PALS Programs - PALS San Francisco 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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