Camp Courageous
Making a difference for grieving children...
Download your Camp Courageous Youth 2008 Registration Form here!
There are now two ways to benefit from Camp Courageous... Camp Courageous Youth and Camp Courageous Families!
Camp Courageous is a special bereavement retreat that brings together the fun of a recreational camp with grief support for children and families. Campers spend a weekend of fun & healing with others who have experienced the death of a loved one.
Camp counselors are Hope Hospice and Connections staff, as well as specially trained volunteers from our community who have contributed their time year after year.
Meals and cabin facilities are provided.
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Upcoming Camps:
- CAMP COURAGEOUS YOUTH: October 25-26, 2008 - John Knox Ranch (for youth ages 7-17) DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS SEPTEMBER 26, 2008!
- CAMP COURAGEOUS FAMILIES: April 18-19, 2009 - John Newcombe Tennis Ranch (for families with children ages 5-17)
Camp Courageous offers:
- An environment for emotional healing
- Activities that include playing, connecting, reflecting, memorializing, and support
- An opportunity to learn about the grieving experience
- Friendship and sharing with others who have lost a loved one
- Help in building healthy coping strategies
If you would like more information about the camp or an application form to send a camper, please call Hope Hospice at (830) 625-7500 or Connections at (830) 629-6571 or (800) 532-8192.
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Camp Courageous is offered free of charge to campers, thanks to the generous support of our community. It requires $150 for each camper to cover the cost of transportation, room & board, and all materials. If you would like to sponsor a camper, or make a donation to this wonderful program for children, please call Hope Hospice at (830) 625-7500.
