Hendrick Hospice Care’s day camp provides place to heal for young children, Aug. 3

Hendrick Hospice Care’s Camp Courage JR is a one-day camp specifically designed for young children dealing with grief and loss. The camp, scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 3, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., is open to children who are entering Kindergarten through the second grade.

Camp Courage JR was created for children facing similar losses of a loved one through death, divorce, separation, incarceration or deployment, but may not be ready for an overnight camp. Campers participate in recreational activities that promote self-esteem, encourage self-healing and provide an outlet for unexpressed emotions. With the help of specially trained counselors, participants develop healthy coping skills as a result of the variety of grief exercises offered, which ultimately help build self confidence, trust, and an understanding of the grief process.  

Applications are available online at hendrickhospice.org/campcourage, by email at kcheyne@hendrickhealth.org or can be picked up at Hendrick Hospice Care Center, 1651 Pine St. Abilene. The day camp will be held at Hendrick Hospice Care Center.