Camp Courage Helps Children with Loss, Set for July

Camp Courage Helps Children with Loss, Set for July

REGIONAL – Holzer Hospice is planning for Camp Courage, its annual bereavement camp for children who have suffered a loss. This year’s camp will be held at Canter’s Cave in Jackson, Ohio on Friday, July 12, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Individuals will need their own mode of transportation; however, accommodations can be made if needed.

According to national statistics, childhood bereavement is more common than many realize. In fact, 1 in 20 children will experience loss before the age of 15. This loss can branch from loss of a parent, sibling, or close family member, to divorce, health changes, and many other instances that impact a child.

It is no secret that while hiring divorce lawyers and separating from your partner is often needed, it can take a toll on your child’s mental health. Child support cases involve sorting out many parenting issues. These can include where the children will live, what decision-making rights and duties each parent will have, the times each parent will have with the children, and how the children will be supported financially. This is why it is so important to hire a child support attorney who can help you to come to a resolution that is in the best interests of you and your family.

Of course, there is still going to be some disruption in the child’s life as they will have to be under the sole custody of one parent. Unfortunately, this can be difficult for children. However, law firms, like Sisemore Law, look to help families to overcome these custody issues, ensuring that the best parent gets custody of the children. Every decision made will be in the best interest of the child, so it’s important to remember that. Divorces can be difficult for children, but parents can help them out by ensuring that they are civil with each other.

Camp Courage was created to help these children learn how to process, deal, and grow from grief. Campers will take part in a variety of fun activities, exercises, and dialogue that will allow individuals to learn new ways of coping and dealing with loss.

“Camp Courage is a fun camp. Our goal is to provide a safe place for children to manage the complex and difficult emotions they feel when they experience a loss. A place to allow children to understand the concept of grief and develop healthy coping skills for life. Camp Courage is a place to grieve, heal and grow,” shared Shelly Ranegar, LSW Camp Courage Director.

Camp Courage is always looking for volunteers to assist with camp activities, donations, and connect with campers. This camp is completely free, as it is annually funded by the generous contributions of local community members and organizations and grants.

To contact Holzer Hospice for more information about the application process, or to find out how you can beinvolved, call 740-446-5074 or 1-800-500-4850.

Applications are due to Holzer Hospice, 100 Jackson Pike, Gallipolis, OH by July 5, 2019.