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Here are some opportunities for organized social activities, volunteer programs, camps and travel.

Groups and organizations:
Best Buddies Program - University of Virginia
Provides opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment.
Program Contact at Meadowcreek Center
Phone: (434) 970-1495
Camp Virginia Jaycees
A facility where children and adults with mental retardation can participate in games, partake in new experiences, learn to appreciate the outdoors and have fun.
2494 Camp Jaycee Road
Blue Ridge, VA 24064
Phone: (540) 947-2972
Toll Free: (800) 865-0092
Fax: (540) 947-2043
Email: crinker@campvirginiajaycee.com
Charlottesville Parks and Recreation
A therapeutic recreation program for individuals, ages 8 and up, with physical and or mental disabilities whose recreational needs cannot be met by regular programs. The goals of the activities are to improve self-esteem, health, social skills, recreation skills, safety skills, and independence while having fun.
Phone: (434) 970-3264
Easter Seals Camping Programs
Camp offers sessions for children, teens and adults with disabilities. Also offers speech and occupational therapy during special camp sessions.
Camp Easter Seals
201 East Main Street
Salem, VA 24153
Toll Free: (800) 365-1656
St. Elizabeth's Summer Camp Shrine Mont Camps
A camp for campers aged 14-25 with mild to moderate mental retardation. 110 West Franklin Street
Richmond, VA 23220
Phone: (804) 643-8451
Email: summercamps@thediocese.net
The Virginia Travel Guide for Persons with Disabilities
This guide was created by and for people with physical or sensory disabilities to provide accurate travel information.
Volunteer Center, United Way-Thomas Jefferson Area
Search for volunteer opportunities throughout our area.
Volunteer Center Director
806 E. High Street
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Phone: (434) 972-1705
Fax: (434) 972-1719




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