Autism Summer Camp | June 26-30, 2026
2026-06-26 16:00 - 2026-06-30 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Meramec Adventure Ranch, 1203 Meramec Wilderness Lane, Steelville, MO, 65565, United States
June 26-30, 2026
Location: Meramec Ranch, 1203 Meramec Wilderness Lane, Steelville, MO 65565
Eligibility: Youth 7-17 years old with an autism spectrum diagnosis (programs tailored for functioning levels)
Cost: $980.00
About Meramec Ranch
KVC’s Meramec Adventure Ranch is one of the most extensive high adventure bases in the Midwest and the adventure base for all KVC Programs. Ranch programs are committed to helping individuals and groups discover and capitalize on their strengths and inspire changes in their perspective. Using an experiential approach in conjunction with outdoor and adventure activities, the Ranch helps those it serves focus on keys that lead to the continued development of character, integrity, positive relationships and, ultimately, to making even a greater positive impact in the world around them.
What is Autism Summer Camp?
Our summer camp for youth on the autism spectrum give children and teens the opportunity to break away from day-to-day living and spend a week in a supportive, exciting, safe adventure program. Skilled facilitators provide youth with incredible opportunities for enjoyment, challenge and growth through adventure and outdoor activities. At the same time, skilled, caring and compassionate support personnel are also onsite and available to assist whenever needed with sensory, communication and/or behavioral support as needed. This is an extraordinary opportunity for youth to relax, enjoy the great outdoors and more importantly, develop awareness, self-efficacy, outdoor knowledge and social skills.
Our programs are created with parents in mind. This is an opportunity for parents to relax, reenergize and rejuvenate while knowing your child or teen is being taken care of, having fun and experiencing new and exciting adventures with incredible camp staff who genuinely care.
Please email Kassey Odneal at kodneal@kvc.org or call 573-775-5513 for enrollment information. Applications are accepted on a first come, first serve bases based on occupancy and mandated staff ratios. Sign up today!

South West Region Foster Parent Appreciation Event With Children's Division - 39th Circuit
2026-06-27 12:00 - 16:00 | Monett Area YMCA, 115 South Lincoln Ave, Monett, MO, 65708, United States
It’s Time to Celebrate Our Foster Parents!
Join us for the South West Region Foster Parent Appreciation Event at the Monett Area YMCA on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 12 P.M.–4 P.M. This special family-friendly gathering, hosted in partnership with Children’s Division, is dedicated to celebrating the incredible foster parents who make a lasting difference every day.
We’re planning an afternoon of fun, appreciation and connection featuring:

Food and refreshments
Poolside fun
Time to connect with other foster parents

We hope you and your family will join us for this meaningful event!
Please RSVP – Tell Us You’re Coming
