Camp Kehilla

Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds, 75 Colonial Springs Rd, Wheatley Heights, NY 11798

Location of Camp Kehilla campHenry Kaufmann Campgrounds, 75 Colonial Springs Rd, Wheatley Heights, NY 11798

About

Camp Kehilla is a summer camp for children ages 5-21 years with developmental disabilities, Autism spectrum disorder, and/or other neurodevelopmental conditions. Campers are grouped into Lower Camp for ages 5-14 and Upper Camp for ages 15-21. Camp hours are Monday-Friday, 9am-3:30pm, and snack is provided daily. Kosher lunch options are included in the cost, and transportation is provided on air-conditioned buses, depending on location, either door-to-door or through a hub system in partnership with Island Quest Day Camp.

Programs

  • Camp Kehilla — children ages 5-21 years with developmental disabilities, Autism spectrum disorder, and/or other neurodevelopmental conditions · summer
  • Lower Camp — Ages 5-14
  • Upper Camp — Ages 15-21

At a glance

  • Ages: 5–18 years old
  • General schedule: Summer camp; Camp Kehilla hours are 9am-3:30pm. Monday-Friday, 9am-3:30pm.

About the provider

Camp Kehilla has been described as a pioneer in neurodivergent camping for more than 25 years. Amanda Foglietta, LCSW, is the Director of the Sandler Family Kehilla Center. First-time campers are required to have an assessment interview before being accepted into camp, and families must complete a camper application to schedule an assessment.

All first-time campers are required to have an assessment interview before being accepted into camp. Campers who are interested in scheduling an assessment should complete a camper application.

Last updated August 26, 2026.

Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.