Inclusion & Disabilities
All ages
Overview
Programming for individuals with disabilities and individuals of all abilities.
The EDCJCC is committed to providing young adults of all abilities opportunities to create meaningful and well-rounded lives through social engagement, vocational opportunities, fitness, volunteering, and educational workshops. We empower young adults, develop leaders, and support independence. We strive for inclusivity in all our programs. In addition, the EDCJCC provides a more inclusive environment for our existing programs.
Camp Kesher
Summer Camp at the Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia
Rising 9th-12th Graders and ages 18-27
Camp Kesher (Connection) is an exciting summer camp opportunity for teens and young adults offered by the Inclusion and Disability Services Department at the Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia.
Since its inception, Camp Kesher helps neurodiverse teens and young adults to build friendships and gain independence skills. In addition, the Camp Kesher experience gives campers the opportunity to gain confidence through success in fun activities such as art, sports and games, music, yoga, theme days, and much more — in a caring, friendly, and supportive environment. Each day, campers embark on a field trip to explore and experience all that Greater DC has to offer.
Fee:
Early bird rate $735
$785 after May 1, 2024
Details:
Campers will enjoy the rich variety of recreational and cultural opportunities that camp will provide as we travel around our community!
An intake is required for all new JCC participants.
Food will be provided daily.
2024 Camp Sessions:
Week 1: July 8-12 (Teens)
Week 2: July 15-19 (Teens)
Week 3: July 22-26 (Adults)
Week 4: July 29-August 2 (Adults)
Hours: Daily, Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:45 PM
Join us at this year’s JxJ Festival (May 9–19) to see recent audience favorites featured at the Reel Abilities Film Festival (NYC).
The Three of Us
Date : Sunday, May 12, 2:00 PM
Location : Cafritz Hall, EDCJCC
“A young ultra-Orthodox woman documents her family’s struggle to secure support for their beloved autistic son. Henya Brodbeker takes us inside her world with an arresting vulnerability as she finds herself questioning her partnership with her husband, her relationship to her faith, and her place in the world. Henya and her husband’s determination not to give up on the fundamental aspects of their identity while negotiating incredibly complex circumstances represents courage of a very high order.” –Jaie Laplante, DOC NYC
The Crown Shyness
Date : Wednesday, May 15, 8:20 PM
Location : Cafritz Hall, EDCJCC
Benjamin and Joshua Israel, two Jewish identical and differently-abled twins, start feeling burdened and without a future. Joshua would like to have sex for the first time, while Benjamin chases the utopia of love. This brilliant documentary opened at the acclaimed Venice Film Festival and received the Italian Silver Ribbon Award.
Ongoing Programs
Vocational Volunteering
Build your resume and references! The Edlavitch DCJCC is always looking for volunteers to come and help in our various departments. Opportunities include collecting tickets, ushering, filing, data entry, concessions, mailings, and more. We create personal consistent schedules in your area of interest or you can sign-up for opportunities that work within your schedule.
Social Programs
The EDCJCC strives to create an inclusive environment through our many social programs. Programs include monthly bowling, game nights, cooking classes, and more. In addition to our regular monthly programs, we provide a variety of diverse and engaging social programs throughout the month. We pride ourselves on developing social programs that serve our community. Our social programs are ever-evolving based on our community needs.
The EDCJCC strives for inclusion for individuals of all abilities in all our programs. When you sign up for a program at the EDCJCC, please share any accommodations you may need in your program registration.
Upcoming Events
Sully Thursday Little Sensations
Date : Thursday, April 25, 2024
Time : 11:00 AM
Location : Sully Community Center Sensory Room
Going Places! April Bowling Party
Date : Sunday, April 28, 2024
Time : 2:00 PM
Location : Bowlero Falls Church
Gal Pals Tweens
Date : Sunday, April 28, 2024
Time : 4:45 PM
Location : Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia
Sully Thursday Little Sensations
Date : Thursday, May 2, 2024
Time : 11:00 AM
Location : Sully Community Center Sensory Room
Sully Thursday Little Sensations
Date : Thursday, May 9, 2024
Time : 11:00 AM
Location : Sully Community Center Sensory Room
Gal Pals Tweens
Date : Sunday, May 12, 2024
Time : 4:45 PM
Location : Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia
Sully Thursday Little Sensations
Date : Thursday, May 16, 2024
Time : 11:00 AM
Location : Sully Community Center Sensory Room
Gal Pals Tweens
Date : Sunday, May 19, 2024
Time : 4:45 PM
Location : Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia
Sully Thursday Little Sensations
Date : Thursday, May 23, 2024
Time : 11:00 AM
Location : Sully Community Center Sensory Room
Sully Thursday Little Sensations
Date : Thursday, May 30, 2024
Time : 11:00 AM
Location : Sully Community Center Sensory Room
Gal Pals Tweens
Date : Sunday, June 2, 2024
Time : 4:45 PM
Location : Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia
Gal Pals Tweens
Date : Sunday, June 9, 2024
Time : 4:45 PM
Location : Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia
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All Ages
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