Overview

If you’re looking for an unforgettable summer experience for your low vision child, Camp Helen Keller is it! Run by Helen Keller Services for the Blind (HKSB) on the Post Campus of LIU, the camp aims to improve self-esteem, self-confidence and socialization skills in children ages 4-15. Our low 3:1 camper-to-counselor ratio ensures that campers receive a high level of personal attention as they engage in activities and make memories that will last a lifetime.

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Camp Information

When:

July 10, 2023 – August 11, 2023
Week 1: July 10-14, 2023
Week 2: July 17-21, 2023
Week 3: July 24-28, 2023
Week 4: July 31-August 4, 2023
Week 5: August 7-11, 2023

Where:

LIU Post Campus
720 Northern Blvd, Brookville, NY

Camp Hours:

8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday

Fee:

Camp is FREE!

Activities

  • Swimming
  • Music
  • Dance
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Computers
  • Field Games
  • Science
  • Age-appropriate Field Trips

Transportation

Transportation is FREE of charge. Helen Keller Services for the Blind provides door-to-door transportation for campers who live in Nassau, Queens, and Western & Central Suffolk counties.

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A woman named Stephanie MacLennan, who is the camp director, holding a girl camper in her arms inside a gymnasium. Both of them are smiling with their tongues sticking out. Both of their tongues are tinted blue.

Meet our Camp Director, Stephanie MacLennan!

Stephanie MacLennan has been working at Camp Helen Keller for over 20 years, and has been the program director since 2011. She is a licensed clinical social worker and supervisor, and specializes in development, mental health, and behavior among children with special needs, specifically sensory loss. She works with campers and their families to ensure that the five weeks at camp are meaningful and beneficial to each child’s progress. During the academic year, Stephanie works as a school social worker, but Camp Helen Keller holds a special place in her heart. She is always looking to expand camp activities, go on new and exciting field trips, and grow the program. She keeps a countdown to the first day of camp; she’s just as excited as the kids to start each season!

Register for Camp Today!

Register for Camp Helen Keller on Long Island to provide your child/children with an experience of a lifetime.

Register for Camp

Work at Camp this Season!

Interested in working with us? We are hiring Summer Camp Counselors for Camp Helen Keller on Long Island!

Apply to Work at Camp

Why We Love Camp Helen Keller

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“This camp is amazing and I love it,” Ellie said. “… It feels wonderful. There’s no stress. No people making fun of you.”

-Ellie G., camper

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“When you come here you can see that there are other kids who have the same challenges as you and you’re not alone.”

-Brendan S., camper

A group of children sitting and standing on a stage wearing green, red, and rainbow tie-dye shirts in front of an audience. Behind the children is a large screen that shows a rainbow peace sign, a rainbow heart, and the acronym "CHK" on it, and underneath those symbols are the words "peace, love, and Camp Helen Keller"

Questions?

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach Camp Helen Keller’s Camp Director Stephanie MacLennon at smacLennan@helenkeller.org

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