North East Westchester Special Recreation, Inc.

North East Westchester Special Recreation, Inc. We provide therapeutic recreation for children and adults with developmental disabilities. North East Westchester Special Recreation is a non-profit agency.

North East Westchester Special Recreation, established in the early 1970's, is a community based therapeutic recreation agency serving children and adults with developmental disabilities in the north east portion of Westchester County. North East is the second largest agency of its kind in the State of New York and has gained local and state-wide attention for the quality and novelty of programs a

nd services. We receive funding from the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, municipal assessments, program fees and donations. Fund raising activities allow us to expand upon our program options and offer programming to more individuals in need of services.

We are incredibly grateful to the members of The Knights of Columbus, Sisqua Council #1852, for their generous donation...
07/01/2026

We are incredibly grateful to the members of The Knights of Columbus, Sisqua Council #1852, for their generous donation in support of our programs and the individuals we serve.

Charlie Pieragostini of the Knights of Columbus presented a donation check to Ellie Arnemann, Executive Director, and Nancy Bellini, Program Director. Their continued generosity and commitment to our community help make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children, teens, and adults who attend our program.

Thank you, Knights of Columbus, Sisqua Council #1852, for your partnership and support. We truly appreciate your kindness and dedication to helping others!

Hello all, Our recent spring getaway to Lake George was one to remember. The group enjoyed a full weekend of fun and adv...
05/20/2026

Hello all,

Our recent spring getaway to Lake George was one to remember. The group enjoyed a full weekend of fun and adventure, including a visit to Fort William Henry, candle making, shopping around town, a boat ride on the lake, swimming and even a night of bowling! A special highlight of the weekend was reconnecting with an old friend, as well as a wonderful Saturday lunch at the Hirt’s house.

It was a great weekend for all, filled with laughter, new experiences, and of course fun!

Check out some pictures below!

Hello all, Summer camp is right around the corner! If you know anyone looking for a fun and rewarding summer job, we tru...
05/12/2026

Hello all,

Summer camp is right around the corner! If you know anyone looking for a fun and rewarding summer job, we truly believe there’s no better place to be than at our summer camp. Please share this flyer and encourage them to reach out to us!

We can’t make camp happen without our amazing staff!

Hello allo,We wrapped up our final weekend of programs on such a high note! Over at Escapades, the group got into the fe...
05/07/2026

Hello allo,

We wrapped up our final weekend of programs on such a high note! Over at Escapades, the group got into the festive spirit celebrating Cinco de Mayo! They made their own homemade guacamole, created themed crafts, and got moving with Miss Marlena for some great energy and fun. At Clubhouse, our kids made the most of their last day together. They lent a helping hand by planting vegetable seeds for our greenhouse—these plants will be cared for and enjoyed throughout summer camp. Thank you to everyone who pitched in! Our Fantastic Friends and adult participants kept the momentum going with our annual Garden Party. They spent time cleaning up the garden beds and greenhouse, planting flowers, getting creative with crafts, and of course, dancing the day away. A special thank you to Dream Dance Studio for joining us and bringing such joy and excitement to the day!

What an incredible way to close out the session. Check out some pictures from the weekend below!

Hello all,What an eventful and memorable weekend across all of our programs!At Clubhouse, the kids embraced the rainy we...
04/29/2026

Hello all,

What an eventful and memorable weekend across all of our programs!

At Clubhouse, the kids embraced the rainy weather with a cozy Pajama Day. They got creative in art by making their own sleep masks and even began working on some early Mother’s Day gifts, crafting beautiful flowers for someone special. Over at Escapades, the group kept the good vibes going by creating their own flower crowns, dancing along to music with Miss Marlena, and making their own homemade snacks. It was a great Saturday filled with creativity, movement, and fun.

The excitement continued into Sunday as North East athletes and coaches traveled to West Point for the annual Spring Games. It was a beautiful day and a true celebration of all the hard work our athletes have put in leading up to the competition.

A very special congratulations to our own athlete Mason, who was named this year’s Male Athlete of the Year. Mason also made history as the first North East athlete to compete in powerlifting, bringing home the gold with an incredible 485-pound deadlift. We are so proud of you, Mason!

Congratulations to all of our athletes who competed and earned medals and ribbons. Your dedication and effort continue to inspire us all. A heartfelt thank you as well to our coaches and volunteers who made this amazing weekend possible!

Check out some pictures from the weekend below

Hello everyone, It was a great weekend all around! Over at Clubhouse, the kids enjoyed the beautiful weather and spent p...
04/22/2026

Hello everyone,

It was a great weekend all around! Over at Clubhouse, the kids enjoyed the beautiful weather and spent plenty of time outside. They also got creative in art making their own butterflies and even did some gardening in Hobbies. At Escapades, the group stayed active with Miss Marlana, made their own yogurt parfaits, and had fun exploring all things rainbows.Our teens and adults had an exciting trip to the circus, where they experienced acrobatics, dancing, clowns, and even a robot dog!

The fun didnt end there... On Sunday the Knights headed up to SUNY New Paltz for the regional unified basketball tournament. Our athletes and partners took home the gold! It was all around a great weekend!

Check out some pictures below!

Hello all,On Thursday night, our team got a visit from Bedford Police Department and Sergeant Nancy Valdovinos to sprea...
04/10/2026

Hello all,

On Thursday night, our team got a visit from Bedford Police Department and Sergeant Nancy Valdovinos to spread the word about the Blue Envelope Program initiative.

This program is such an important step in creating safer, more understanding interactions between law enforcement and individuals with special needs. It provides peace of mind for families and helps ensure that everyone is treated with patience, respect, and care.

For more information about the program or to register a person with Autism, visit bedfordpoliceny.org

Hello all! We hope that everyone enjoyed their holiday weekend! Even with the holidays, North East had an amazing opport...
04/08/2026

Hello all!

We hope that everyone enjoyed their holiday weekend!

Even with the holidays, North East had an amazing opportunity to be part of Inclusion Night at the Westchester SC home game in Mount Vernon. Some of our athletes and coaches attended and even got the chance to high-five the players as they walked out onto the field. It was a great night for everyone and a truly special experience! Special thanks to Westchester SC for letting us be apart of this incredible night!

Check out some pictures from the game below!

ALSO Summer camp registration is now open, so be sure to get your registration in as soon as possible. If you know anyone who may be interested in working at our summer camp, please send them our way!

Hello all, This past weekend was full of fun across all of our programs!At Clubhouse, the kids had a great day getting i...
03/26/2026

Hello all,

This past weekend was full of fun across all of our programs!

At Clubhouse, the kids had a great day getting into the spring spirit. They made their own spring flowers in art, played in the gym, and enjoyed a fun and active day all around. Over at Escapades, the group celebrated St. Patrick’s Day by making Lucky Charms Rice Krispie treats and taking part in a leprechaun scavenger hunt, along with other festive activities! Our teens and adults spent the day at Blue Mountain, enjoying time outdoors, a BBQ lunch, arts and crafts and so much more. The teens then wrapped up the experience with an overnight stay at the cabin.

It was a great weekend for everyone. Check out some pictures form the weekend below !

Address

63 Bradhurst Avenue
Hawthorne, NY
10532

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30am
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

9143474409

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