Camp Cheerful

Camp Cheerful

About the the Achievement Centers for Children's Camp Cheerful

In 1947, the Achievement Centers’ Camp Cheerful, located in Strongsville, Ohio, opened as Ohio’s first camp for individuals with disabilities.  Today, more than 60 years later, children and adults with physical, developmental, medical and sensory disabilities continue to enjoy and benefit from typical camp activities in a barrier-free environment.  At Camp Cheerful, children and adults with disabilities participate in a variety of recreational activities that encourage confidence and independence, and create opportunities for lifelong friendships while having fun and improving their quality of life.

Camp Cheerful Camp Programs & Services

At the Achievement Centers' Camp Cheerful, campers enjoy all the traditional camp activities including: hiking, swimming, fishing, canoeing, arts and crafts, nature study activities, games, campfire activities, music and sports. We also offer year-round Therapeutic Horseback Riding sessions and a new state-of-the-art, fully handicap-accessible High Ropes challenge course during camp sessions. Our camp programs include:

 

Non-Camp Programs & Facility Rentals

Outdoor Education
Set amongst 52 acres of woods, trails, fields and aquatic areas of the Cleveland Metroparks, the Achievement Centers for Children’s Camp Cheerful offers the perfect opportunity to take the classroom outdoors! Our Outdoor Education program offers school groups a wide variety of classes and activities that are fully customizable to meet your students' specific needs and goals. Hiking, canoeing, horseback riding and fishing are just a few of the “classes” that students can take in our “school.” All of our activities are adaptable for children with special needs. Click here to learn about Camp Cheerful's Outdoor Education program.

Facility Rentals
The Achievement Centers for Children’s Camp Cheerful offers the perfect setting for your next corporate retreat or group getaway! Camp Cheerful facilities available for rental include:

  • High & Low Ropes Course, including the 50-foot Tango Tower
  • Main Dining Hall
  • Key Community Center
  • Picnic Pavillion
  • Outdoor Chapel (amphitheater)
  • Cabins

To get more information about Camp Cheerful facilities, click here.

Questions about Camp Cheerful? Contact Tim Fox, Director of Recreation Programs at (440)238-6200 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Are you a supporter of Camp Cheerful or our other recreation programs? Click here to learn how to support these programs and services.