Camp Love ‘n Loss is a unique and innovative, one-day summer camp program, designed specifically for children ages six to 13 who have suffered the loss of a loved one. The mission of camp is to provide children with the resources to help them cope with their grief and to allow them to spend time with other children who are experiencing a similar situation.
It will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., on Thursday, June 9, 2016, at the Sterling-Rock Falls Family YMCA, 2505 YMCA Way, Sterling, IL.
The camp is hosted by Hospice of the Rock River Valley (HRRV.) Our service is available to all children between six and 13, who have experienced a loss and need support.
A mixture of fun activities, including games, discussions, and focused arts and crafts, allows children to express feelings and concerns; identify supportive people; find appropriate ways to use memories for healing and growth.
These activities are designed with the theme of offering true hope for their future.
Camp is free of charge to all and is sponsored and facilitated by Hospice of the Rock River Valley an agency of United Way of Whiteside and Lee County.
Camp applications are due Friday, June 3, 2016, and are available by calling Cynthia at 815-625-3858 or online at www.hospicerockriver.org. Applications past the due date will be accepted based on space availability.