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Camp Kate Returns in Person to Camp Westminster on Saturday, Oct 23.

We recognize that there may still be concerns, and some families may opt out, but we are doing our best to plan a great, safe day for our campers, families, and counselors.

 
Following CDC Covid protocols, masks will be required for all in attendance, temperature checks will be done upon check-in, and are encouraged the week prior to camp. All individual camper groups will be segregated from check-in throughout the day for all group activities, including snack and mealtime, and proper cleaning and sanitizing practices will be employed.
 
We hope that many will join us for this first in-person event in two years and that the day will be beneficial to all who attend.

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WHAT IS CAMP KATE?

Camp Kate is a bereavement camp, sponsored by the Longleaf Hospice Foundation, for children who have experienced a close personal loss through the death of a parent, grandparent, sibling or other close relationship. This camp offers the opportunity, outside of the home, for children to learn about and discuss grief issues in a relaxed and safe environment.

 

At Camp Kate, we use a combination of small group activities involving music, dog therapy and arts and crafts sessions to assist children with their grief process.

Music: “Carry On” (from Disneynature “Bears”)- Olivia Holt

Because many children do not know another child with a similar loss, sharing feelings and experiences with peers of the same age is an important part of relationship-building at camp. We do this with our four distinct age-based groups.

 

All campers have experienced the death of a loved one, as have a majority of our volunteers and counselors.  And when given the opportunity to interact with others in a similar situation, our campers and adults may feel less alone and are more willing to express their grief in an atmosphere of understanding and acceptance.

The camp is sponsored by the Longleaf Hospice Foundation Inc., and is staffed with trained counselors and social workers, staff and volunteers from Longleaf Hospice, a local church in Conyers, several college and high school students and therapy dogs and their owners.

 

The adults work with and supervise the children throughout the day’s activities. At the close of camp, a special memorial celebration is conducted for the children and their family members.

Camp Kate holds camps in the Rockdale County area.

These free camps are open to children in grades K-12 in the Metro Atlanta area.

If you have a child or children who have experienced the death of a loved one, or are a counselor, minister, social worker or youth leader aware of a family who may benefit from this camp and would like more information, contact camp director Jane Caruso below.
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What Camp Kate Families are Saying...

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Grief can be very complicated for children to express. So for my kids to connect with other kids their age, has truly help them to cope with grief. We just want to say thank you for the group therapy sessions, arts & crafts, the meals, music, and for all the volunteers who put this beautifully together. I recommend this camp for anyone who is in need of a friend in time of grief.
Mother of 6 campersCamp Kate Parent
"Camp Kate has been awesome to us! They have brought light back into our life, they have helped my children through some difficult times and have been there for us when we needed them. They've helped my kid's smile again."
Camp Kate Parent
"Camp Kate is a blessing. As a volunteer whose parent has died, it is enriching to help kids work through their grief. At camp, we learn the benefits of confronting the ugly emotions that death elicits..."
College StudentCamp Counselor
We are so happy that Camp Kate has become a reality! Camp Kate was the vision of Rick and Jane Caruso and is making a huge difference as the campers deal with the loss of their loved one. Longleaf Hospice Foundation is proud to be a sponsor of Camp Kate!
Phil StonePresident-Longleaf Hospice Foundation
"This camp helps me feel better in one day than going to counseling for months. Camp Kate is amazing"
Teenage girl Camper
"We just want to say thank you for the group therapy sessions, arts & crafts, the meals, music, and for all the volunteers who put this beautifully together. I recommend this camp for anyone who is in need of a friend in time of grief."
Camp Kate Parent
"For the adults it's a chance to hear how others are grieving and take away ideas. Most importantly you know that you're not alone."
Camp Kate Parent
"Camp Kate has helped us remember daddy for who he was and all the things we did together...We are forever grateful for Camp Kate for coming into our life and giving us a sparkle back in our life.”
Sibling Campers
"Camp Kate has taught my children, and me, that how we grieve is normal, how we feel is normal, there are others that feel how we feel and not everyone grieves the same. There is still light when we see darkness. I’m so thankful for Camp Kate, the Carusos and all of the dedicated counselors that continue to help during this process."
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Camp Erin/ Camp Magik (Atlanta)

(404) 790-0120

2 day camp, ages 7-17 years, free of charge, various locations and dates.

Camp Good Mourning (Atlanta)

(404) 347-7619

2 day camp, ages 5-18 years, free of charge, held at Camp Twin Lakes, in Rutledge, GA

Camp Nokose (Athens)

(706) 389-2273

1-day camp for kids ages 6-12 years, free of charge

Camp I Believe (Atlanta)

(678) 937-1800- Caroline Bufalini

2 day camp, ages 7-17, located in Hampton, GA

Camp STARS – Family Camp (Atlanta)

(404) 868-3086

2 day, all ages Family Camp, held at Camp Twin Lakes, in Rutledge, GA

** This camp is for the entire family, of any size and age

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LONGLEAF HOSPICE FOUNDATION

The Longleaf Hospice Foundation, Inc. is committed to providing support to individuals or families of those who have a loved one affected by terminal illness including offering financial support, education, bereavement and advocacy.

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