• Summer camp can be a great experience for children with ADHD.happy kids image by Marzanna Syncerz from Fotolia.com
  
  According to the National Institute of Mental Health, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is characterized by deficits in ability to focus and pay attention, behavioral difficulties, and hyperactivity. Summer camp programs are available that recognize the challenges that children with ADHD face. These inspirational programs combine education, support and recreation to help children with ADHD grow.
  
  

Oakland School

• Oakland School educates children with ADHD and other challenges throughout the year in both residential and day programs. A summer program is available to provide academic and personal enrichment. Unique daily curriculum cater to each child's individual needs. Campers are kept busy with activities including academics, sports, arts and crafts, horseback riding, musical events and talent shows.
  
  Oakland School
  
  Boyd Tavern
  
  Keswick, Virginia 22947
  
  434-293-9059
  
  oaklandschool.net
  
  

Talisman Camps & Programs

• Talisman Camps & Programs offer summer programs geared for children with ADHD. Programs are divided into three categories based on age--Discovery (8 to 11 years old), Foundations (9 to 13 years old) and Explorers (12 to 14 years old). Small groups promote an optimal environment for skill development. The Explorer program provides a seven-day adventure in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
  
  Talisman Camps & Programs
  
  64 Gap Creek Road
  
  Zirconia, North Carolina 28790
  
  888-458-8226
  
  talismancamps.com
  
  

Camp Huntington

• Camp Huntington implements Adaptive and Therapeutic Recreation to facilitate fun activities while maintaining a therapeutic milieu. This residential camp welcomes children ages 6 through 21 with varying disabilities, including ADHD. A focus on individual strengths helps campers realize a sense of achievement.
  
  Camp Huntington
  
  56 Bruceville Road
  
  High Fall, New York 12440
  
  845-687-7840
  
  camphuntington.com
  
  

The Learning Camp

• Fostering academic and personal growth in children with ADHD is part of the mission at The Learning Camp. Adventurous jaunts and fun-filled activities are geared to build confidence and self-esteem. Small academic work groups stimulate achievement by targeting individual learning style and needs.
  
  The Learning Camp
  
  P.O. Box 1146
  
  Vail, Colorado 81658
  
  970-524-2706
  
  learningcamp.com