The Arc of Union County Family Support Recreation and Camp Star
The Arc of Union County
Mountainside, New Jersey - Union County
Source checked
May 30, 2026
Northern New Jersey
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Map and directions
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1181 Route 22 East, Mountainside, NJ 07092
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Quick answer
The Arc of Union County Family Support Recreation and Camp Star has public information connected to inclusive, adaptive, sensory-friendly, disability, accommodation, or special recreation details. This listing includes multiple practical details families can review before contacting the provider. Scan the facts below, then confirm current fit directly with the provider.
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Provider overview
The Arc of Union County offers year-round recreation, Teen Scene, Little Tykes, Camp Star, swim, arts, adaptive physical education, nature, karate, games, and music activities.
The Arc of Union County provides family support, recreation, camps, respite, day programs, employment, self-advocacy, transportation, and lifetime support services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Quick facts
- Registration
- We did not find this in the public sources we checked
- Contact page
- https://arcunion.org/family-support-services/
- Phone
- (973) 315-0000
- We did not find this in the public sources we checked
- Ages
- Children, teens, and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities; camp ages vary by program
- Season
- Year-round recreation and summer camp programming
- Cost
- The source says recreation activities may have a small fee; families should confirm current camp, respite, and program costs.
Location contacts
Public contacts that may help you reach the right office. Confirm before visiting.
The source lists The Arc Family Center at 1181 Route 22 East in Mountainside.
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Programs and offerings
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Family support recreation and Camp Star
Year-round recreation, adult activities, Teen Scene, Little Tykes, Camp Star, swim, arts, adaptive physical education, nature, hiking, karate, games, music, and respite.
- Ages
- Children, teens, and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities; camp ages vary by program
- Season
- Year-round recreation and summer camp programming
- Schedule
- The source describes quarterly adult respite bulletins, monthly Teen Scene, Little Tykes Saturdays, July-August camp dates, and summer camp hours.
- Cost
- The source says recreation activities may have a small fee; families should confirm current camp, respite, and program costs.
How we checked this listing (2 public sources)
Source notes only. They do not evaluate quality, safety, fit, or availability.
Listing check
- Last checked
- May 30, 2026
- Why this is listed
- The official Arc of Union County Family Support Services page says the Family Support Department offers year-round recreation, enrichment programs, Camp Star, and respite services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It lists adult recreation, Teen Scene, Little Tykes Saturdays, Camp Star for ages 6-21, Camp Star Junior, Little Tykes Camp, day trips, swimming, arts and crafts, adaptive physical education, nature exploration, hiking, karate, games, music appreciation, and indoor and outdoor accessibility at the Arc Family Center.
- Sources used
- 2 public sources
- Location contacts
- 2 public contacts found
Program details we found
Family support recreation and Camp Star
The official Arc of Union County Family Support Services page says the Family Support Department offers year-round recreation, enrichment programs, Camp Star, and respite services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It lists adult recreation, Teen Scene, Little Tykes Saturdays, Camp Star for ages 6-21, Camp Star Junior, Little Tykes Camp, day trips, swimming, arts and crafts, adaptive physical education, nature exploration, hiking, karate, games, music appreciation, and indoor and outdoor accessibility at the Arc Family Center.
Inclusion and support details
What the provider says: The Arc says recreation and leisure activities help participants build friendships and learn how to pursue personal interests.
Access notes to confirm: Families should ask about eligibility, paperwork, pre-registration, indoor and outdoor access, swim support, self-care support, respite approval, sibling camp options, and whether transportation is provided.
What we checked
What we found: The official Arc of Union County Family Support Services page says the Family Support Department offers year-round recreation, enrichment programs, Camp Star, and respite services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It lists adult recreation, Teen Scene, Little Tykes Saturdays, Camp Star for ages 6-21, Camp Star Junior, Little Tykes Camp, day trips, swimming, arts and crafts, adaptive physical education, nature exploration, hiking, karate, games, music appreciation, and indoor and outdoor accessibility at the Arc Family Center.
We avoid ranking, recommending, evaluating quality, or making safety claims. Use the source links and contact the provider before enrolling.
Sources used
Public pages used for this listing.
- Provider websiteThe Arc of Union County Family Support Services
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- Provider websiteContact Arc of Union County I Non-Profit Organization
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What to confirm
- Openings, deadlines, cost, and cancellation rules.
- Ages, eligibility, forms, and first-visit expectations.
- Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
- Exact location, entrance, parking, equipment, and what to bring.
Questions to ask before you register
Use these as a starting point. They are not a quality rating or recommendation.
- Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
- What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
- What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
- For swim: is instruction one-on-one or group-based, and what water safety, changing-room, transfer, sensory, and caregiver-participation details should we confirm?
- For sports: what equipment, experience level, classification, practice location, transportation, and caregiver participation should we plan for?
- For sensory-friendly activities: what changes are made to sound, lighting, crowds, timing, quiet space, and re-entry?
- Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?
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Common questions
Is The Arc of Union County Family Support Recreation and Camp Star reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?
No. This listing is informational and based on public sources. It is not a rating, ranking, quality review, or safety evaluation.
What information should families confirm with The Arc of Union County?
Families should confirm current availability, registration deadlines, eligibility, support level, staff training, safety policies, cost, schedule, and fit before enrolling.
Where did the listing information come from?
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