Age group

Bathrooms in cabin

Handicap accessible

Food option available

Electricity in sleeping area

Sleeping cabins

Infirmary

Internet Access

Indoor/Outdoor Playground

The Home for Little Wanderers has a long history of providing essential services to the community, starting as an orphanage in 1799. Today, they offer over 25 programs that help families and children in need. These programs include behavioral and mental health services, therapeutic residential care, family treatment and support, foster care and adoption, special education and programs for older youth aging out of the system. These services all come from the combination of five child welfare organizations: Boston Children’s Services, The New England Home for Little Wanderers, Parents’ and Children’s Services, Charles River Health Management and Wediko Children’s Services. For over two centuries, The Home for Little Wanderers has been a vital part of the community, providing help and support to those in need.

STEM/STEAM

Math

Nature

Writing

Reading

Field Trips

Art & Crafts

Moderate

The Home for Little Wanderers operates three special education schools for kids aged 5 to 18 from across New England. The schools provide a safe, secure environment that allows each child to reach their fullest social and academic potential, with the option of residential care for students who need out-of-home support. 

Special Education Schools

Campers live in cabins and spend their days in constant motion, enjoying outdoor activities and participating in periods of literacy, math and science to help them carry social and emotional skills into the classroom. Special events are also planned throughout the summer, including talent shows, themed dinners and more!