Friendship Circle of the Upper East Side551

The Friendship Circle of the Upper East Side, a project of Chabad of the Upper East Side, was established to extend a helping hand to Jewish families who have children with special needs and involve them in a full range of social and Judaic experiences.

Programs include a week-long summer camp for children ages five to 12. Activities include crafts, cooking, music, Jewish stories and songs, games, sports, field trips, and more. Dedicated teenage volunteers work one-on-one with the children and adult staff members as well as a behavioral therapist are on premises at all times to supervise and ensure safety. Space is limited to 20 campers. The cost is $575, including all trips and hot lunches. Scholarships are available. Contact director Esti Estreicher by phone (ext. 6) or email.