Sandler Family Kehilla Center

Reimagining independence by empowering neurodivergent children, teens, and young adults ages 5-21 years to reach their highest potential. Providing socialization, recreation, and life-skill building while promoting independence and self-esteem throughout the year.

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Amanda Foglietta, LCSW, Director of Sandler Family Kehilla Center, 516.484.1545 ext.175, afoglietta@sjjcc.org
Victoria Granatelli, Assistant Director of Camp Kehilla 516.484.1545 ext.148, vgranatelli@sjjcc.org

Funded in part by our Annette & Sheldon A. Sinett BASICS Fund and OPWDD
Brought to you by our Sandler Family Kehilla Center

Please contact Mallory Schiff, MSW, Manager of Neurodiversity Social Programs, at 516.484.1545 ext.135 or mschiff@sjjcc.org to schedule an intake prior to participating in programs.

AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Kehilla Youth After-School for ages 5–12 years and Kehilla Teen After-School for ages 13–21 years provide a safe, fun, and encouraging opportunity to socialize with peers while engaging in age-appropriate enrichment activities such as art, science, exercise, karaoke, group games, and homework help!

Programs are held Monday-Friday, 2:30pm–5:30pm at our East Hills campus. Extended hours may be available during school vacation weeks. Complimentary busing is available from the Herricks and Roslyn School District. Funding available through OPWDD.

WEEKEND PROGRAMS

We provide the opportunity to connect with camp friends throughout the year. Our weekend programming simulates the fun had at camp in every session! Funding available through OPWDD.

Select Saturdays
11am–4pm

VACATION PROGRAMS

Kehilla vacation programs offer full days of fun, connection, and enrichment during select school holiday breaks. Participants enjoy a variety of activities that reflect the spirit of Kehilla, all led by our dedicated staff. It’s a great way to stay connected to the Kehilla community when camp is out of session. Funding is available through OPWDD.

Sandler Family Kehilla Center offers a range of enrichment activities as part of its after-school, weekend, and vacation programs, including the following:

TEEN CONNECT

Ages: 12–15 years and 16–21 years
Join us for a night of youth empowerment in collaboration with the Debra & James Buslik/ Tracy & David Levy Teen Service Center. Engage in a night of games, dinner, and making new friends.
Wednesdays, 5:30pm–7pm

CAMP KEHILLA

For more than three decades, Camp Kehilla at the Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds in Wheatley Heights has been known as the best summer camp experience for campers with varying abilities. Camp Kehilla is designed to provide a typical camp experience that is flexible, accessible, and personalized by age, abilities, and interests for all campers. Every camp day is filled with exciting, adaptive activities such as swimming, sports, science, art, music, sensory activities, drama, and so much more. Our compassionate, creative, and knowledgeable staff encourages and supports our campers in making lasting friendships and reaching their maximum level of independence. Reimbursement available through Self-Direction
Learn more at campkehilla.org