East Hartford Parks & Recreation Special Needs Programs
Town of East Hartford Parks & Recreation
East Hartford, Connecticut - Hartford County
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Jun 3, 2026
Hartford
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East Hartford, Connecticut
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Provider overview
East Hartford Parks & Recreation offers year-round special needs programs, including Camp Sunburst summer day camp (ages 6-21), a Teen and Adult Social Club (ages 13 and up), and Special Olympics.
The Town of East Hartford Parks & Recreation Department provides recreation for the community, including a set of year-round special needs programs for children, teens, and adults.
Quick facts
- Registration
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- Phone
- 860-291-7160
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- Ages
- Residents with special needs across programs: Camp Sunburst ages 6-21, Teen and Adult Social Club ages 13 and up, Special Olympics ages 8 and up
- Season
- Year-round programs; Camp Sunburst runs in summer
- Cost
- Confirm program fees, residency requirements, and registration; Camp Sunburst registration is online or at the Parks and Recreation office.
Location contacts
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Program dates, locations, and registration change by season. Families should confirm current offerings directly with the department.
Programs and offerings
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Special needs recreation programs and Camp Sunburst
Town special needs programs, Camp Sunburst summer day camp, Teen and Adult Social Club, Special Olympics, eligibility, and registration.
- Ages
- Residents with special needs across programs: Camp Sunburst ages 6-21, Teen and Adult Social Club ages 13 and up, Special Olympics ages 8 and up
- Season
- Year-round programs; Camp Sunburst runs in summer
- Schedule
- Contact East Hartford Parks & Recreation for current dates, locations, and registration for Camp Sunburst, the Teen and Adult Social Club, and Special Olympics.
- Cost
- Confirm program fees, residency requirements, and registration; Camp Sunburst registration is online or at the Parks and Recreation office.
How we checked this listing (1 public source)
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Listing check
- Last checked
- Jun 3, 2026
- Why this is listed
- East Hartford Parks & Recreation runs year-round programs for residents with disabilities, including Camp Sunburst, a summer day camp for participants with special needs ages 6-21 at McAuliffe Park with arts and crafts, sports, swim instruction, and field trips; a Teen and Adult Social Club for ages 13 and up with trips, parties, dances, sports, and gym activities; and a partnership with Special Olympics Connecticut for athletes ages 8 and up.
- Sources used
- 1 public source
- Location contacts
- 1 public contact found
Program details we found
Special needs recreation programs and Camp Sunburst
East Hartford Parks & Recreation runs year-round programs for residents with disabilities, including Camp Sunburst, a summer day camp for participants with special needs ages 6-21 at McAuliffe Park with arts and crafts, sports, swim instruction, and field trips; a Teen and Adult Social Club for ages 13 and up with trips, parties, dances, sports, and gym activities; and a partnership with Special Olympics Connecticut for athletes ages 8 and up.
Inclusion and support details
What the provider says: The source names programs for persons with disabilities, Special Olympics, a Teen and Adult Social Club, and Camp Sunburst for participants with special needs.
Access notes to confirm: Ask about staffing support, swim instruction and pool access, social worker support, eligibility for each program, and how a new participant gets started.
What we checked
What we found: East Hartford Parks & Recreation runs year-round programs for residents with disabilities, including Camp Sunburst, a summer day camp for participants with special needs ages 6-21 at McAuliffe Park with arts and crafts, sports, swim instruction, and field trips; a Teen and Adult Social Club for ages 13 and up with trips, parties, dances, sports, and gym activities; and a partnership with Special Olympics Connecticut for athletes ages 8 and up.
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Sources used
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- Government sourceSpecial Needs Programs | East Hartford Parks & Recreation
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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?
- Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?
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Common questions
Is East Hartford Parks & Recreation Special Needs Programs 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 Town of East Hartford Parks & Recreation?
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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