Summer Recreation
Ages 5 - 15
Balance's Children's Summer Rec Program provides a summer camp experience for children aged between 5 and 15 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
This program is free for children with IDD in Ozaukee County and is largely funded by the Ozaukee County Department of Human Services.
Children in this program explore local and neighboring community recreation sites while interacting with peers, volunteer mentors, and staff. Each child is accompanied by a Balance staff member or volunteer every day of camp, ensuring that every participant is always supported, safe, and happy.
The program currently offers two three-week sessions, accommodating approximately 40-50 children each summer.
Daily field trips include visits to water parks, museums, zoos, nature preserves, parks, picnics, talent shows, and much more. Balance's Summer Recreation Program not only provides opportunities for adventure but also for establishing lifelong friendships.
The summer program typically starts in the third week of June and runs until the first week of August.
WE ALWAYS NEED VOLUNTEERS FOR THIS PROGRAM.
This volunteer opportunity is great for High School and College students! We encourage anyone interested to apply here to be a volunteer “adventure buddy”!
Contact:
Alyse Sandow, Director of Adult Day Program and Children’s Programs
Phone: (262) 268-6811 ext 103
Direct Line: 262-689-4724
Email: asandow@balanceinc.org
Parent Testimonials:
“After one particularly rough day early in the session, I was not sure things would work out. However, the amount of compassion and understanding from Balance was overwhelming. Everyone assured me they were going to find something that worked for my son. They made me feel like they wanted him to be in the program- despite the behavior he had just displayed.
In a world full of judgment and pressure, this was so refreshing. We tried several tactics and they worked, improving his behavior! My son enjoyed the remaining field trips and it made us all so proud. “
- Mother of a Summer Recreation Program Participant
Balance’s Vision:
All children with developmental and intellectual disabilities will receive support in their growth toward a future they choose for themselves.
They will have the opportunity to explore themselves and their capabilities through hands-on activities that challenge them, in an environment that is both safe and supportive.
Additionally, they will benefit from building meaningful connections with community mentors and volunteers."