# Special Needs Network

> Special needs camp · Willowbrook. Inclusive summer day camp for autistic and special needs children ages 5 to 16 and their typical siblings and peers, plus a program for ages 17 to 24, in Crenshaw.
- Ages: Up to age 21
- Price: Free
- Sign-up: Registration open
- Address: 1741 E 120th St., 2nd Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90059
- Website: https://snnla.org/
- Email: krystal@snnla.org
- On Summerground: https://summerground.com/willowbrook/special-needs-network

## Joe Patton Academy Camp (JPAC)

Up to age 21 · Free · 9am–4pm

Inclusive summer day camp run by Special Needs Network for children with autism and other special needs and their neurotypical siblings and peers, ages 5 to 16. A separate program serves late adolescents and emerging adults ages 17 to 24 on the transition to adulthood. The 2026 session runs July 14 to August 8 at CRETE Academy, 6103 Crenshaw Blvd., with pre-care 8-9 AM, camp 9 AM-4 PM and after-care 4-6 PM. Enrollment is about 60% children with special needs and 40% typically developing children, with nearly 300 campers. The curriculum mixes structured learning, creative play, arts, athletics, theater, science and a talent show around the theme One World, One Team. It is designed for regional center and SNN ABA clients; siblings, peers and friends are welcome. Campers must be potty trained, bring daily lunch and snacks (food restrictions cannot be accommodated), and register separately in person, first come, first served.

- Jul 14 – Aug 8, 2026 (over)

- Financial aid or scholarships available.
- Sign up: https://snnla.org/joe-patton-academy-camp-jpac/

## About Special Needs Network

Special Needs Network (SNN) is a Los Angeles nonprofit serving children and families affected by autism and other special needs. Its programs include in-home and center-based ABA, speech and occupational therapy, a concierge assessment and therapeutic program, parent advocacy mentor training, workforce programs for youth and young adults, and the Joe Patton Academy summer camp and soccer program. Its therapy centers are in Willowbrook, Crenshaw, Culver City and Valencia.

Details from https://snnla.org/, checked October 12, 2026. Confirm prices and dates with the provider before signing up.