BUTTERFLY BUDDY CAMP

We empower children with disabilities through creative arts, social skills, and leadership!

SUMMER 2026 REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

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🦋Butterfly Buddy Camp Information🦋

Hours: 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Location: THE SPARC - 1550 Garrett Rd. Upper Darby, PA 19082

Camp Fees: $50.00 per week; limited spots available

Registration will close on June 26, 2026 or when all seats are filled.

Week 1: Middle School 6th-8th graders

Dates: July 27th - July 31

MIDDLE SCHOOL REGISTER HERE

Week 2: Elementary School 3rd-5th graders

Dates: August 3rd - August 7th

ELEMENTARY REGISTER HERE
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Our certified and registered creative arts therapists guide each  session with the help of our assistant “Buddies.”

Each volunteer “Buddy” bridges the gap between the therapists and campers. Buddies receive professional training based on the needs of the camper whom with they are paired.

  • Music Therapy

    MUSIC THERAPY

    Music therapy involves a certified therapist using music to bring about positive changes in the mental, physical, cognitive, or social aspects of the people in our program. These therapists, who are skilled musicians, lead music sessions tailored to meet the specific needs of our Butterfly campers. Through activities like exploring, performing, analyzing, and appreciating music, participants in music therapy aim to enhance their overall quality of life.

  • ART THERAPY

    ART THERAPY

    Art therapy is the use of art creation in a therapeutic setting to help with emotional well-being and expression. In a professional relationship, participants engage in making art to boost self-awareness and self-expression. This process helps them develop coping skills for everyday challenges, improve social skills, enhance fine motor skills, and process their internal experiences.

  • DANCE/MOVEMENT

    DANCE/MOVEMENT THERAPY

    Dance/Movement Therapy is a form of therapy that uses movement to aid cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development. Therapists in this field encourage participants to express themselves through movement and imagery in a therapeutic environment. This type of therapy connects the mind and body, fostering self-expression, relaxation, and empowering individuals to navigate challenges by using their bodies in unique ways.

What is a SUPERBuddy?

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Many of our middle school campers from the first week are welcomed back to become SUPERBuddies to the elementary campers after they receive leadership training during the first week. We see tremendous social growth in our middle schoolers as they are given the opportunity to set the example and guide our younger campers — all under the guided assistance from our Buddies!

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A young girl and a boy using a walker walk down a hallway at Upper Darby Primos, with the girl on the left wearing a yellow T-shirt and shorts, and the boy on the right in gray shorts and a white T-shirt.
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