Community Resource

AMHDD Summer Camp Explosion Extravaganza

(973) 762-2020
West Orange

Qualified Children's System of Care (CSOC) Camp Providers 2024

The AMHDD Summer Camp Explosion Extravaganza is a summer camp program for children and adolescents with mental health and developmental disabilities. It is offered by the Associates In Mental Health & Developmental Disabilities (AMHDD), Inc., a non-profit organization that provides various services and supports for individuals and families in New Jersey.

The summer camp runs from July 1 to September 1, and offers daily activities from Monday to Friday, with flexible scheduling available. Some of the activities include arts and crafts, sports, games, music, dance, swimming, field trips, and more. 

The summer camp is located at 81 Northfield Ave, Suite 106, West Orange, NJ 07052. You can contact AMHDD at (973) 762-2020 or [email protected] for more information or to register your child for the camp.

 E-mail: [email protected] Web: AMHDD.ORG

  • Picnics in the Park/Barbecues
  • Social Interactions
  • Life Skills Training
  • Movies Book Review Cooking
  • Roller Skating 
  • Painting
  • Talent Shows 
  • Baking
  • Bowling 
  • Role Play
  • Creative Writing
  • Expressive Art
  • Grooming Etiquette
  • Trips To Community Fairs & Carnivals

 
 

  1. Learn Basic Computer Skills
  2. Explore the Community
  3. Application of Adaptive Skill Training
  4. Build Healthy Relationships 
  5.  Personal Development 
  6. Build Self-Confidence 
  7. Social Skills
  8. Learn Conversation Starters 
  9. Expand Social Abilities
  10. Learn Relaxation Techniques
  11. Learn To  Use a Camera
  12. Create Collages and Scrapbooks
  13. Capture Life Events
  14. Build Lifetime Memories Using Photography 
  15. Move & Groove To The Music For Wellness And Fun 
  16. Arts & Craft
  17. Develop Expression through Imagination and Creativity

Trips To:

  • Post Office 
  • Grocery Store
  • Movie Theater
  • & MORE
Eligibility Children, Adolescents and Families in the Mental Health Community
Age Groups
  • Children
  • Adolescents
Community Services
Seasonal Programs
Payment Options
  • System of Care (CSOCI Medicaid / FlexFunds)
Areas Served
  • Monmouth County

Last Updated: 02/17/24