Join Us for Summer 2026!
This summer we are partnering with the California Department of Rehabilitation to provide great summer opportunities for qualified students.
Camp CapAbility
Camp CapAbility is a four-week summer program designed to help students with disabilities build confidence, independence, and real-world skills for life after high school.
Through interactive workshops, career exploration, college visits, community outings, and hands-on activities, students gain valuable experience in self-advocacy, workplace readiness, leadership, and post-secondary planning.
Camp CapAbility creates a fun, supportive environment where students can explore their strengths, develop meaningful connections, and prepare for future success in education, employment, and independent living.
Program Dates
July 6–31, 2026
So Much Awaits at Camp CapAbility
Select a week to find out more!
Week One - (July 6–10): Self-Advocacy
Focus of Instruction
- Learning about rights and responsibilities, and how to request accommodations or services and supports. Practice communicating thoughts, concerns, and needs.
- Participation in youth leadership activities, peer mentoring, or mentoring with educational staff.
Activities
- Advocacy training and simulations
- Discussions with peer mentors
- Visit local leaders in politics and education
- Public Speaking
Week Two - (July 13–17): Job Exploration
Focus of Instruction
- Exploration of information about the job market, in-demand jobs and industries, and non-traditional employment options.
- Discussions about in-demand jobs, career pathways, and matching interests and skills to possible jobs.
Activities
- Ice Breakers
- Tours of local employers.
- Guest Speakers from local employers.
- Communication skill building.
- Field Trips
Week Three - (July 20–24): Work Readiness
Focus of Instruction
- Opportunities to acquire and apply work-appropriate communication and interpersonal skills.
- Development of independent living skills such as financial literacy, mobility, and job-seeking skills.
- Learning about employer expectations for punctuality, performance, and other “soft” skills necessary for employment.
Activities
- Mock interviews
- Workplace training at local businesses
- Setting a budget
- Visit local businesses from a variety of industries
- Guest speakers from the workforce
Week Four - (July 27–31): Post-Secondary Exploration
Focus of Instruction
- Reviewing information about college, vocational, or trade school admissions processes, courses, and resources available to support student success.
- Advising students and parents on academic curricula and the type of academic and occupational training needed to succeed in the workplace.
- Support in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Visit college campuses.
Activities
- Team Builders
- Visit local colleges and universities.
- Learn about available supports on campus.
- Learn about activities on campus.
- Learn about various professional learning programs.
Graduation Day
July 31, 2026
Join Camp CapAbility’s Interest List
Click the button below to fill out the form.
The goals of Camp CapAbility are as follows:
- College and Career Readiness: Students learn about a variety of career options, and the many pathways that exist to help them reach their long-term employment goals.
- Real–World Experience: Students will visit local employers and postsecondary learning institutions. They will speak with actual employees about their training and career path. They will meet with counselors and disability support professionals about programs, accommodations, and supports available on local campuses. They will hear from guest speakers about self-advocacy. This isn’t a typical classroom learning experience.
- Fun: Learning can and should be fun. In addition to learning, community exploration, and campus visits, students will make friends, and have the fun of a traditional summer camp experience.
Qualified students will be able to attend camp at no cost to their families. We have a limited number of spaces, so join our interest list today!
Who is eligible?
The Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) “seeks to ensure that students and youth with disabilities have meaningful opportunities to receive the services needed to achieve quality competitive integrated employment outcomes.” Eligibility for students:
- Between 16 and 21 years of age.
- Enrolled in a recognized education program.
- Plus, one or more of the following:
- Eligible for & receiving special education or related services
- Eligible for & receiving accommodations with a 504 plan or IEP.
- Physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activity.*
Note: In partnership with the Van Nuys/ Foothill DOR, Santa Clarita DOR, Glendale DOR, and Thousand Oaks DOR.
