Nexus Summer Club | Columbia Ability Alliance

A Summer of Fun, Friendship & Adventure!

Columbia Ability Alliance is excited to provide this fun-filled summer individuals ages 12 and up with developmental and/or physical disabilities.

Each day, participants will have the opportunity to interact, socialize, and build lasting friendships through:

Our goal is to create a safe, inclusive, and exciting environment where everyone can thrive, explore new interests, and enjoy meaningful summer memories.

2026 Social Club Summer Schedule

Week 1: Into the Wild

Nature exploration, outdoor adventures, discovery, and fun!

Week 2: Art Unleashed

Creativity, painting, crafts, expression, and imagination!

Week 3: Water Wonders

Splash-filled fun, water games, summer excitement, and more!

Our Purpose & Objectives

Our Nexus Social Club is designed to:

Provide opportunities for meaningful social interaction
Encourage independence and self-confidence
Foster creativity and self-expression
Create recreational experiences where everyone can actively participate
Support growth through teamwork, friendships, and community inclusion
Provide a safe environment where physical and emotional needs are supported

Support & Personal Needs

We strive to maintain appropriate staffing ratios to provide leadership, supervision, and support throughout club activities.

For individuals requiring more involved personal care or 1:1 support, we encourage families to provide a care provider to attend the club with them.

Care providers are welcome and encouraged to participate alongside participants whose support needs exceed general staffing capabilities.

This helps ensure everyone has the best possible experience in a safe and successful environment.

Lunch & Daily Preparation

Please Bring Your Own Lunch Every Day

Food is not provided. Only snacks and water.
We recommend labeling all personal belongings.

Please also bring:

Water bottle
Sunscreen
Swimsuit & towel (on water activity days)
Weather-appropriate clothing
Any necessary personal care items

Medication Policy

Some individuals may need medication during club hours.

To help us safely support each participant:

Must be able to self-administer medication
Staff may hold medication securely and provide reminders
Staff cannot administer medication directly
All medications must be properly labeled and packaged according to instructions

Transportation During Outings

We provide transportation to and from activities for all participants, staff, and volunteers.

Per Washington State Law (RCW 46.61.687), participants age 16 and under must use a booster seat unless they are at least 4’9” tall or weigh more than 80 pounds.

Families must provide a labeled booster seat if needed.

Cost:

The Nexus Social Club costs 15 hours of respite or $375 per week. There is a discounted rate of $200 per week if you Prepay.
Limited scholarships available for Pasco residents’ courtesy of the City of Pasco CDBG funding.

Everyone Will Receive:

✔ A Nexus T-Shirt
✔ Drawstring Bag
✔ Daily Outings into the Community
✔ Tons of unforgettable summer memories!

Transportation:

Families are responsible for daily transportation to and from the social club.

If you utilize transportation services such as Dial-A-Ride or similar support services, we encourage families to coordinate transportation arrangements prior to club start dates.

Transportation schedules may vary, so early planning is highly recommended.

Registration Info:

Advanced registration is required.

Registration is processed on a first-paid, first-reserved basis.

Scholarships Available

Limited scholarships available for Pasco residents courtesy of the City of Pasco CDBG funding.

We believe everyone deserves access to a great summer experience.

Please inquire during registration for scholarship opportunities.

Questions?

We’re here to help.
Contact Columbia Ability Alliance today for registration support, scholarship questions, volunteer opportunities, and more.