Open Hearts/ Open Doors

The JCC Camps at Medford inclusion camp program for Campers with Disabilities, Open Hearts/Open Doors (OH/OD), provides accommodations that enable children with disabilities to fully participate with age-appropriate peers at camp. Campers in the OH/OD program span a variety of intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and communication disorders.

The majority of our OH/OD campers receive one-on-one assistance, though some share assistance with other campers. Integrated within camp, a trained shadow (advocate) helps to fully maximize each child’s experience. Advocates are hired and trained directly by our leadership staff team. All camp staff receive training from our Open Hearts/Open doors team about creating an inclusive camp environment.