Camp Star - The Arc of Union County - New Jersey

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Camp Star
The Arc of Union County
52 Fadem Rd
Springfield, New Jersey 07081
Phone: (973) 315-0000
Fax: (973) 315-0002

6 week day camp serving children 6-21 with developmental disabilities in the Union County area.

In existence since 1957, Camp Star is located within the community in Rahway River Park. The park provides campers use of a large playground, an Olympic size pool and a reserved area full of picnic tables which sit in the shade of numerous beautiful old oak trees. On rainy days, camp is held indoors at a local school. Daily activities include music, arts & crafts, physical education, nature exploration, and swimming. Camp Star also provides numerous group trips and field trips for the campers.

The staff for Camp Star is comprised of dedicated teachers and college students with backgrounds in various fields such as special education, art, social work, education and psychology.

New camper applicants are interviewed before admission to determine whether we can adequately meet the needs of the child.

The Camp Star program and camper scholarships are made possible through the generous support from the United Way of Westfield, foundations, local civic organizations, schools, the Division of Developmental Disabilities, private donations and fees paid by the families. Applications for financial assistance are available and will be considered on a case by case basis with proof of income.