A Very Special Camp---you are not alone


Through its Center for Care, Hospice &  Palliative Care of Northeastern Illinois hosts Camp Courage, a four-day fun-filled day camp fostering hope and healing. Children ages 6-13, grieving the loss of a loved one, can explore and express their feelings in a safe, supportive and fun environment. Camp Courage 2010 was held July 5-8, at Camp Duncan, in Ingleside.

For the Kids

Have a Blast! An exciting adventure where you meet new friends and journey through feelings associated with loss.

Pump up Your Muscles! Flex your muscles to conquer grief and uncover hope for the future.

Buddy Up! You're not alone - share your stories with other kids who can relate.

It's OK! Everyone grieves differently; what you feel and think is normal.

During Camp, process loss and have fun through:

• Art That Matters. Express your creativity and feelings through art.
• Music From the Soul. As a team, write and perform your own song/rap with a professional musician.
• Go Team, Go! Work with your new friends to complete an outdoor obstacle course.
• Showtime! Be entertained with a puppet show, storytelling and a few great surprises.
• What's Up Doc? Our medical expert answers your questions about the loss of your loved one.
• Make a Splash! Swim in the indoor pool with a lifeguard on duty.
• Row, Row, Row Your Boat! Canoe, row or paddle boat on Fish Lake.
• Pig-Out! Bring your appetite for a family cookout.
• Tree of Memories. Remember your loved one at a special family tribute service.

For the Adults

Awareness - Become familiar with age-appropriate signs of grief in your child.

Support - Learn to embrace your child's grieving process, while taking care of yourself as well.

Encouragement - Share ideas for positive and healthy ways of navigating through grief.

For information about next year's camp, call the Center for Care at 847.381.5599.
Camp Courage Brochure 

Volunteers are needed for this fun, special event. Contact the Center for Care for information! Adults and teens accepted.

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