Recreation and Leisure

Accent Adventures seeks to accent and enrich the lives of already amazing young adults with ASD/Developmental disorders. Accent is a "mobile" social/community/adventure group where participants can engage and grow by fostering friendships, communicating and engaging in social skills, practicing daily living and independent skills and participate in moderate to rigorous daily exercise. Get out and have fun with us! 

678-230-5852

donjen95@bellsouth.net

Bennett’s Place is an interactive center serving individuals with special needs. We provide social skills and recreation activities. We offer afternoons care, respite care and camps. 

678-878-4103

bennettsplace2920@gmail.com

Bennettsplacega.com

BlazeSports America is a nonprofit that empowers people with physical disabilities through adaptive sports and recreation. We offer youth programs, including wheelchair basketball, swimming, track & field, wheelchair tennis, and other adaptive programs. These programs promote health, independence, and personal growth for all athletes.

404-270-2000

info@blazesports.org

blazesports.org

Buddies at 12Stone has a teen & adult group that has the opportunity to serve, build relationships and grow in faith through discipleship at the Lawrenceville Campus 9am Sunday service. Please visit our website for info on how to enroll to participate. 

Watch the video below to learn more about Buddies at 12Stone

678-990-8100

Beth.reed@12stone.com

https://12stone.com/buddies/

Camp Big Heart, a 501(c)(3) non-profit operating since 1984, is a unique overnight summer camp offering a broad range of recreational activities to children and adults 8-60 living with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (ID/DD). The program is designed to provide much needed respite for parents who need time to rest and recharge from the stress of caring for their child.

478-216-8037

Administrator@campbigheart.com

www.campbigheart.org

Camp RISE, founded by Speech Language Pathologist Janelle Bingham and Occupational Therapist Claudette Brumant, is a vibrant summer camp for children ages 4-14 with special needs. It offers a nurturing and supportive environment where campers can thrive, building communication and motor skills at their own unique pace.

Watch the video below to learn more about Camp RISE

678-835-7722

camprisega@gmail.com

camprisega.com

Channeling Youth provides innovative speech therapy services and social skills training for children and young adults with communication needs. Our virtual summer camp offers a supportive environment for building essential social skills, while our parent resources and digital courses empower families with tools for success. We are dedicated to creating inclusive learning experiences and equipping professionals with the knowledge to better support individuals with diverse communication needs.

678-439-6474

speechtherapy@channelingyouth.com

www.channelingyouth.com

Communities Treasures INC is a private organization dedicated to empowering adults with disabilities. We specialize in providing comprehensive case management services and job readiness programs to support individuals in achieving independence, personal growth, and career success. 
Our mission is to create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential.

404-957-5266

Information@communitiestreasuresinc.org

Communitiestreasuresinc.org

At Elev8 Movement LLC, we believe in empowering individuals through movement, providing holistic healing that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit. Our client-centered approach ensures personalized care built on trust, integrity, and community support. We are committed to education, injury prevention, and continuous growth, helping our clients stay active, pain-free, and in control of their wellness journey.

Watch the video below to learn more about Elev8 Movement

470-902-4075

jointhemovement@elev8movement.com

elev8movement.com

Georgia Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (GLS), a division of the Georgia Public Library Service, is a free library service for Georgia residents of any age who are unable to read standard print due to a visual, physical, or reading disability. Services are delivered through a network including our walk-in library and our distribution center.

Watch the video below to learn more about Georgia Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled

800-248-6701

gls@georgialibraries.org

https://gls.georgialibraries.org/

Our mission is to provide affordable sports, social and life skills activities to individuals with intellectual, developmental, or physical disabilities; and to strengthen our community by raising awareness of these populations.

404-625-3988

info@gapathways.org

https://www.greateratlantapathways.org/home

All members of the community should have access to fun, healthy, positive recreation! Therapeutic Recreation offers people who have physical, intellectual, and/or behavioral challenges the opportunity to participate in recreational activities, competitive sporting events, specialized classes, creative programs, and special events! 

770-822-8400

CSTR@GwinnettCounty.com

www.GwinnettParks.com

Post HS Special Olympic program available to all age 16 and up. We provide basketball, softball, volleyball, bocce, bowling. We also participate in the Special Olympics of GA State Games each year. We are a 501C3 organization. 

404-561-0067

Gwinnettspecialforces@gmail.com

gwinnettspecialforces.com

Our mission is to equip individuals with skills and abilities to achieve whatever they can imagine. Strengthening their mind and body, by making good eating habits and supporting their dreams. 

678-334-9592

jlcommunityservices@gmail.com

We aim to boost inclusiveness and self-confidence for students with disabilities in our community. This pageant is free for participants and their families. 

404-435-0811

rebecca.eaker@gcpsk12.org

@missincrediblepageantt on Instagram

ReClif is a fitness-based therapy center designed to empower individuals with autism.Based on the foundational belief that all people have competence regardless of their perceived limitations, ReClif strives to create the opportunity for every participant to thrive to the best of their ability. By offering personalized, innovative, and exciting one on one training regimes we believe that we can help our clients with purposeful movement and better overall health.

Watch the video below to learn more about ReClif

678-691-5426

reece@reclif.com

www.reclif.com

Social Skills Today provides respite opportunities for families of individuals with developmental disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorders and other social, communication, sensory, and behavioral needs. We do this through various programs – summer camps, school year mini-break camps, social skills groups, and overnight camps. It is our goal to provide social skills training, behavioral accommodations, and language-building activities in a safe and enriching environment for individuals functioning at all developmental levels ages 4 and above.

678-640-2489

mary@socialskillstoday.com

www.socialskillstoday.com

Mission of enriching the lives of children and adults with intellectual disabilities through the lifetime sport of tennis. Several locations around metro Atlanta. Programs offered at no charge. Join in to play tennis, make friends, and live life.

404-702-5820

jhamm@specialpopstennis.org

www.specialpopstennis.org

Painting, Reshaping, & Creating A Meaningful Lifestyle.

770-733-1274

dhennigan@artoflivingga.com

https://artoflivingga.org/

The Guide Project is dedicated to building a more inclusive world by connecting people of all abilities and celebrating the strengths of those with disabilities. Through programs like iCan Bike and inclusive events, we empower individuals, foster independence, and strengthen our community.

770-742-7000

dan@guideeachother.org

www.guideeachother.org

The Shine Community is a place for people with all abilities to work, play, learn, belong and experience the hope and love of Jesus together. We offer physical, recreational and learning activities as well as team sports, life skill training and opportunities to serve and build up one another. 

770-292-8934

mary@theshinecommunity.com

www.theshinecommunity.com

TNS Neighborhood is a website that provides interactive, and fun daily activities for adults with special needs. “Neighbors” can connect with each other during weekly live events and enjoy things like music, cooking, book club, puzzles, coloring, crafts, recreation, yoga, and more. Discover hundreds of engaging activities in a continually growing activity hub calendar where something new is revealed every day. 

Watch the video below to learn more about The Next Stop Neighborhood

404-932-3953

info@tnsneighborhood.com

https://tnsneighborhood.com/

"Since 1977, we have helped people with disabilities find independence and workplace success by empowering people through employment.
Vision: Tommy Nobis Center envisions supportive communities where people with disabilities are afforded the opportunity to work."

Watch the video below to learn more about Tommy Nobis Center

770-427-9000

info@tommynobiscenter.org

https://tommynobiscenter.org/