"Camp Kelly saved our summer"

Camp Kelly saved our summer. Our son has issues with aggression and had difficulty attending another summer camp as a result. Camp Kelly provided a safe place where he could work out some of his issues with compassionate staff who understood what he was going through and tried to help instead of judging him. Without Camp Kelly, our son would have spent summer at home and would not have had the chance to make new friends or have new, fun, camp experiences.

-Nick S.

"Truly a one of a kind camp!"

I had yet to find the appropriate camp for our daughter until Camp Kelly. She is always greeted with so much love. Everyone knew her by name. They provide many enriching activities in a safe environment with the option of 1:1 aide. Camp Kelly gave her a sense of confidence and joy! Truly a one of a kind camp!

"Every kid, every age, everyone was accepted for just who they were"

This was our child's first year at Camp Kelly. We signed up because so many of his school friends raved about it. From day one, every staff member was welcoming and attentive. The kids were all smiles and exhausted at pick-up, and drop-off every day was a race to get out of the car and get to camp. And while this is a therapeutic camp, it didn't feel like it. It felt like my kid was going to camp, camp. Every kid, every age, everyone was accepted for just who they were. We can't wait for next summer!

-Shannon P

"The staff genuinely embraced the "come as you are" spirit"

Our son attends several camps and activities for autistic children, and he often has a hard time feeling comfortable and accepted. Unfortunately, at some places, we don’t always feel that he is truly welcomed. However, Camp Kelly is different. From the moment we arrived, we felt that the staff genuinely embraced the "come as you are" spirit.

They create an inclusive, supportive environment where our son feels accepted and valued just as he is. This welcoming atmosphere has made a huge difference for him and for us as a family. We are so grateful for the kindness and understanding shown by the staff at Camp Kelly, and we can’t thank them enough for making our son feel at home!

"All my fears washed away when he smiled on the very first day of camp"

My son, Benjamin, is five years old, non-verbal, and has moderate autism and global developmental delay. Every day he attended Camp Kelly, he was welcomed with big smiles, praise, and joy. Thank you Camp Kelly Staff for making me and my son feel safe. I was so hesitant to have him attend summer camp because he is so little and requires a lot of help and supervision. All my fears washed away when he smiled on the very first day of camp.

-Evelyn G

"Empowering him to achieve things for himself"

Niki and the staff at Camp Kelly did a great job of meeting my child where he is at. He is working on being more independent, and they walked the fine line between assisting him before he got frustrated and empowering him to achieve things for himself, which improved his social confidence.

-Mike R

"Camp Kelly went above and beyond"

Camp Kelly went above and beyond to make sure [my daughter] Katie felt safe and included in the program. They simply did not give up on my daughter when she exhibited dysregulation. Instead, they pivoted quickly to provide her with modifications so she could enjoy the camp experience. The staff was positive, reassuring, and creative with strategies to help Katie. This was her favorite camp of the summer.

-Talon D

Niki and her crew put together an amazing day camp opportunity! My 14 year old son thoroughly enjoyed it, tried things I didn't think he would like, and made new friends! We hope to return next year!

-MG

My child enjoys his time at camp Kelly every summer. The camp is dedicated to learning about each individual and helping them have the best camp experience.

-Cindi G

My daughter had a wonderful experience at Camp Kelly. The staff are incredible, the activities are well organized, and the communication is clear. We will be back!

-Sarah P

This year I felt like [my son] Justin was more comfortable. He didn’t once have a hard time coming to camp and I wish camp would extend an extra week. I was so happy that he was safe and that [he was] met ... with so much empathy. I was happy that [the staff] met Justin at his level and accommodated things so he could be successful. Thank you, Niki!

-Emely Z

"Camp Kelly is #1"

Ms. Webb, all her staff, and little helpers at Camp Kelly are the best! Everyone is loving, caring, and understanding of all kids.

Camp Kelly has changed my son, [Pedro] in many ways. [He] loves Camp Kelly so much! He wakes up every day wanting to go to Camp. He wants to see his friends and even asks to see all the staff, to the point he wants to bring them to [our] house. (“Mommy Pedro wants camp in Pedro's house.”)

Camp Kelly has given my son a place where he feels safe. For the first time in many years, [he] wasn't afraid at camp. At Camp Kelly, my son changed his behavior, use[d] his words more, [and] enjoyed being around others. Every day I dropped him off, he was the happiest kid! He would even walk away from me and go straight into camp. At pick-up, Pedro came out of camp the most joyful boy – he just loved it there.

As a mom, I even got to know other moms and dads who know what I go through on a daily basis. That was also a great experience as a mother. I know a lot of us [who] have kids on the spectrum mostly think no one knows what [we go] through, but at Camp Kelly, it was different. We as parents got to interact with each other and learned more from one another about the challenges with our kids as we waited on our kiddos.

Camp Kelly is a wonderful camp and I would recommend it to every parent to take their kids, it was one of the best decisions I have made for my son. Camp Kelly is #1.”

-Maritiza T

"Ms. Nicole is Like Family to Us"

Nicole Webb came into our lives when our youngest son, Adam, was around 5 years old in 2010. Now, Adam will be 17, and we're so happy and thankful that we still keep in close contact with Ms. Nicole. She's not just a friend and Adam's former therapist, but she's like family to us. She was amazing when she worked with Adam as his DTT/behavioral therapist many years ago, and I am so happy and thankful that I learned from her and got to experience different strategies of handling certain behaviors that Adam displayed. She changed our lives and Adam's life for the better. As years went by, we were still able to stay in contact with Ms. Nicole at the summer camps she previously managed at The Help Group. She was always so gracious to inform us about the summer camp sessions and we were always so eager to sign the boys up.

As Ms. Nicole takes on this new journey with New Growth LA, we wish her all the best as we know she will continue to help and make a tremendous impact in so many families' lives.

We love you, Ms. Nicole!

-Teresa I.

“Safe & Fun Programs for My Boys”

As a single parent who has struggled every year to find the right camp for both of my sons, I was so excited that I found Nicole’s programs. Both of my boys who are twins and very different from each other have autism spectrum disorder and simply could not attend a typical camp program. My boys are able to enjoy their summer, have fun, make friends, and be safe. Nicole’s summer camp provided that for my family for the last 9 years. Having my boys attend Nicole’s program was the best decision I made as a parent.

-Hugo C.

"A parents personal camp experience"

-Crystal A