ESO Summer Camp - Adult Summer Program in Erie, PA

As a result of circumstances related to the Covid-19 epidemic, we regret that ESO Camp will not be held in Summer 2020.  We will miss our campers and camp staff and hope you stay safe and healthy. Please stay in touch through our Facebook group until we can be together again.

Expanding Social Opportunities (ESO) at the Barber National Institute offers an innovative summer recreation day camp designed for individuals ages 18 and older with autism or intellectual disabilities.

ESO Summer Camp offers social opportunities through various skill-building activities, adaptive sports, creative arts, and recreation. Staff provide activities such as arts and crafts, field trips in the community, swimming, games, talent show and much more! ESO Summer Camp is staffed with a team that consists of a site supervisor, recreation leader, recreation aides, and certified pool instructors.

ESO Summer Camp is held at the Barber National Institute Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. This is a recreational summer camp. If assistance is needed to support physical, medical and/or behavioral needs, an aide, Therapeutic Support Staff (TSS), or nurse must be present at all times with your camper. Our main priority is the safety of the campers.

Campers can attend the program for any part of the session, but must attend at least one full week. Applications will be accepted based on whether the camp is an appropriate match for the camper. There are limited spaces available. Families will be notified of their acceptance.

ESO Summer Camp is an allowable service of Family Support Services, Agency with Choice, or private pay. For more information, please contact Heather Rodriguez at 814-874-5685.