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

PALS Programs - PALS Boston

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

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

▌ Editor's read The PALS Programs website loads successfully and describes an overnight summer camp experience for young adults with Down syndrome and their peer mentors. The organization was founded in 2010 by Jenni Newbury Ross and operates as a nonprofit. The program explicitly states a 1:1 camper-to-mentor ratio and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. While the specific 'PALS Boston' program is listed as one of their locations, the website provides general information for all PALS programs. Google reviews for 'PALS Programs' generally show a high satisfaction, with an average rating of 4.9 stars from over 100 reviews, highlighting the positive impact on campers' independence and social development. The organization is not listed in the ACA directory, and no specific state licensing information for New Jersey was found on their website. Social media handles for Instagram (@palsprograms) and Facebook (palsprograms) are present on the site.
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Since 162010+ 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 Boston 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
16 (2010 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 Boston

What ages does PALS Programs - PALS Boston accept?
PALS Programs - PALS Boston 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 Boston cost?
PALS Programs - PALS Boston 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 Boston's hours?
PALS Programs - PALS Boston 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 Boston?
PALS Programs - PALS Boston is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 2010 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 Boston provide lunch?
PALS Programs - PALS Boston 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 Boston compare to other specialty camps in Moorestown?
PALS Programs - PALS Boston 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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