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Welcome to New Jersey Camp Jaycee - we're so glad you stopped by!

New Jersey Camp Jaycee offers a unique summer camp experience for children and adults with developmental disabilities. A collaborative effort between the New Jersey Jaycees and The Arc of New Jersey, Camp Jaycee has been in operation since 1975 and is proud to be accredited by the American Camp Association.


Join us for Camp Jaycee Open House 2013

Prospective campers, returning campers, families, service provider professionals - all are welcome to attend our Camp Jaycee Open House 2013 in June. Tour the beautiful grounds and get just a little taste of the exceptional summer camp experience available at Camp Jaycee for children ages 8-21 and adults age 22 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

When: Sunday, June 2, 2013, 12:00 noon - 3:00 pm
Where: NJ Camp Jaycee, 223 Ziegler Road, Effort, PA 18330

A buffet lunch will be served. Please RSVP no later than May 24th to Nicole Davis, Coordinator of Camping Services, by email at ndavis@arcnj.org or by phone at 732.246.2525, x44.

Please feel free to share our Camp Jaycee Open House 2013 flyer


Campers, Are You Ready for Summer 2013? We Are!

Camp Jaycee Summer 2013 registration is underway and filling fast! Don't miss out on Camp Jaycee's one-of-a-kind summer camping experience, and don't miss the chance to re-connect with all the terrific summer friends you've made through the years.

Check out the 2013 session dates, and complete your application today!


Camp Tuition Assistance Available to Eligible Youth Through NJ CSOC

May 2013 Update!
The New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF) Children's System of Care (CSOC) has announced there is still camp tuition assistance available for individuals under age 21. To apply, go to the CSOC's Summer Camp Resource Page.

Beginning in January, 2013, the responsibility for providing services to children with developmental disabilities transitioned from the New Jersey Department of Human Services' Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) to the New Jersey Department of Children and Families' Children's System of Care (CSOC), administered by PerformCare.

The NJ Children's System of Care provides eligible children, youth and young adults financial support toward summer camp tuition. Visit CSOC's Summer Camp Resource Page for information and to apply.



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  • Record Number of Staff Returning for 2013 Season!

    There's just something about Camp Jaycee that keeps folks coming back year after year. We're thrilled to report that 23 staff will be returning for the 2013 Camp Season, 19 of whom are our awesome counselors!

  • Facility Upgrades Underway for 2013

    Each year between seasons we work to make Camp Jaycee an even better place for our campers. For 2013, we're having a brand new air-conditioning and heating system installed in the dining hall. Can't wait!

  • Get Ready For Summer 2013!!

    NJ Camp Jaycee is ready for Summer 2013!
    Click here to see the session dates and download the 2013 day and residential camp applications.

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