Holiday and Teen Holiday Sleep-Away Programs
With the need for reliable, quality child care during the February and April New York City public school holiday breaks, the Holiday and Teen Holiday Sleep-Away Programs at Hands In 4 Youth (the home of Camp Vacamas) offer fun, educational and supportive experiences. Youth are encouraged to develop social skills, form new friendships, strengthen confidence and grow personally within a safe and nurturing environment.
Hands In 4 Youth (the home of Camp Vacamas), in West Milford, New Jersey, serves both younger children and teens in separate living and program areas. They are accredited by the American Camp Association and offer heated living spaces, along with a variety of indoor and outdoor activity areas. All children must have up-to-date medical records to attend, and roundtrip transportation is provided from the New York City metropolitan area.
Sleep-away camp can be an intimidating transition for both parents and children. For many families, it’s the first time children have been away from home. To educate families about the programs, the Child Care Funds host two Online Open Houses in January. At the Online Open Houses, parents can have their questions answered directly by camp representatives and Child Care Funds staff.
Holiday Sleep-Away Program
For Children Ages 8 to 13
It’s an unforgettable adventure that inspires and empowers long after camp ends!
Children attend two sessions (five days and four nights each session) during the winter AND spring New York City public school recesses. Programming offers a diverse mix of STEAM activities in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics; team-building experiences; arts and crafts; sports and games; high and low ropes challenge courses; hiking; outdoor recreation; and nature exploration.
Program Dates
Winter Session: Monday, February 15 – Friday, February 19, 2027
Spring Session: Monday, April 26 – Friday, April 30, 2027
Teen Holiday Sleep-Away Program
For Youth Ages 14 to 17
Level up your teen’s personal growth with a transformative experience they’ll never forget!
Youth attend two sessions (seven days and six nights for winter session; five days and four nights for spring session) during the winter AND spring New York City public school recesses. Programming offers a wide range of age-appropriate activities designed to inspire leadership, teamwork and personal growth. Teens participate in sports and games, debate, arts, high and low ropes challenge courses, hiking, outdoor recreation and nature exploration.
Program Dates
Winter Session: Saturday, February 13 – Friday, February 19, 2027
Spring Session: Monday, April 26 – Friday, April 30, 2027
Important Notes:
The Holiday and Teen Holiday Sleep-Away Programs are scheduled according to the New York City public school calendar.
There is a $75 co-payment for these programs.
These programs are taxable, and members will receive a Form W-2 that must be filed with their taxes.