PALS Programs - PALS Atlantic City 2
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 their mission to provide inclusive summer camp experiences for young adults with Down syndrome. The organization was founded by Robert and Lori Glick and has been operating for over 25 years. They explicitly state a 1:1 camper-to-mentor ratio and mention that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks. PALS Programs is a nonprofit organization offering overnight programs. While the specific 'PALS Atlantic City 2' location isn't detailed as a separate entity on the main site, the PALS Programs organization has a strong online presence. Google reviews for 'PALS Programs' generally show a high rating, often above 4.5 stars, with reviewers frequently praising the positive impact on participants and the dedication of the staff. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited, nor is specific state licensing information for New Jersey readily available on their website.
Who thrives here Age 21
PALS Programs - PALS Atlantic City 2 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
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 21–21
- 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 Atlantic City 2
- What ages does PALS Programs - PALS Atlantic City 2 accept?
- PALS Programs - PALS Atlantic City 2 is open to children age 21. 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 Atlantic City 2 cost?
- PALS Programs - PALS Atlantic City 2 publishes $1,200/week for the standard session. That sits 45% below the $2,200 median for specialty camps in Moorestown, which makes it one of the more affordable options in the category. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are PALS Programs - PALS Atlantic City 2's hours?
- PALS Programs - PALS Atlantic City 2 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 Atlantic City 2?
- PALS Programs - PALS Atlantic City 2 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 Atlantic City 2 provide lunch?
- PALS Programs - PALS Atlantic City 2 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 Atlantic City 2 compare to other specialty camps in Moorestown?
- PALS Programs - PALS Atlantic City 2 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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