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How to Apply to our Leading ADHD & Aspergers Camps for Girls & Boys:

  1. Fill out application on www.talismancamps.com. You can click here to apply now.
  2. We will call to discuss your camper’s application.
  3. $300 deposit is required upon acceptance. Due to our limited enrollment, this deposit confirms your camper’s spot for the summer.
  4. You will receive a confirmation packet detailing the enrollment process as well as Opening Day information.
  5. Complete online enrollment forms.
  6. Full tuition and paperwork due by May 1st.

INCLUDED IN TUITION:

  • All activity costs
  • Transport to and from the Greenville/Spartanburg (GSP) or Asheville (AVL) airport on opening and closing days

ADDITIONAL COSTS:

  • Appropriate clothing and sleeping bag (full gear list by program here)
  • $105 per week for one dietary restriction (GF, CF, Dye-Free, Vegetarian, etc.); add $15 per week for each additional restriction (e.g., GF + CF + vegetarian = $115 per week).
  • Medical costs
  • Medication packaging
  • Between-session fee of $245 per day if attending multiple sessions. Families may choose to pick up their camper on the Closing Day of one session for a weekend visit and return them for Opening Day of their next session.

REFUND POLICY:

Deposits are nonrefundable once the camper is accepted. Full tuition is due by May 1st to retain the spot. Cancellations will be refunded (minus the deposit) at the following rate:

  • 100% refund or credit until April 1
  • 75% refund or full credit until May 15
  • 50% credit after May 15

There is no refund for early discharge of a camper.

PAYMENT OPTIONS:

MasterCard, Visa, Discover and cashier’s checks. NO personal checks will be accepted. Credit card on file for incidentals and/or emergencies is required regardless of payment option.

EXCLUSIONARY CRITERIA:

We offer a specially-designed autism, ADHD and Aspergers camp for girls and boys. However, certain criteria might disqualify a child from fully benefiting from our programming, or pose a danger to themselves or other campers.

  • IQ 85 and below.  (For campers on the Autism Spectrum, a Full Scale I.Q. (FSIQ) is not a clear descriptor of your camper’s level of cognitive ability, so please include the breakdown scores for the FSIQ. This might include the Verbal, Non-Verbal, Processing Speed and Working Memory scores.)
  • Physical aggression or self-injurious behavior
  • Drug or alcohol use/abuse
  • Conduct Disorder
  • Sexually acting out/inappropriate sexual behaviors

Functioning Level:

Language comprehensible by others and appropriate to age level. Able to participate in group activities that require conversation skills, follow verbal directions, and participate in simple discussions.

Come Visit Us:

Come visit us to make sure you are comfortable with your decision to send your child to a leading autism, ADHD & Aspergers camp for girls and boys.

Open house is in April.  Free to public – RSVP requested. Individual visits by appointment, weekdays only. Call us today to schedule a visit at 828-697-6313.

Talisman Programs has been a leader in autism, ADHD & Aspergers camps for girls and boys for 35 years. We look forward to serving your family!

    Teen Aspergers and ADHD Camp

    At Talisman Summer Camps, we believe that children and young adults are not limited by their learning abilities. We offer many different programs for all ages, genders, and developmental levels. However, the bulk of our programs lie in the young adult age group. Between the ages of 13 and 17 is when children are transitioning into teenagers. There is an influx of feelings, emotions, and hormonal changes that come along with that transition. Those with autism, ADHD, Asperger’s, and other similar needs oftentimes have a hard time fully expressing themselves in the midst of change. Our Insight and Teen Adventure programs for ages 13-17 are designed specifically for these teens to have an engaging, adventurous, and inclusive camping experience.   We offer nine different programs for those with ADHD, Asperger’s, and autism in the teen age range. Each of these programs differ based on their primary focus and their developmental goals. For example, Hook and Tackle is a fishing expedition camp created specifically for those with ADHD and high functioning autism. Activities include fishing, hiking, canoeing and the program is focused on improving problem-solving skills and personal growth. Another popular teen Talisman Program is Insight, which is for teens on the autism spectrum. Insight is a program designed for teens with autism with a focus on personal growth.   Feel free to peruse our different programs on our website. If you are unsure which program is best for your child, don’t hesitate to reach out to our Talisman team.