Camp Courage

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Camp Courage is a grief camp for children ages 6 to 17 who have experienced the death of someone they love, such as a parent, grandparent, or friend. The camp provides a supportive and safe environment for them to share their feelings with one another.

Through expressive art activities, games, music, and much more, campers have opportunities to:

  • Identify and express feelings
  • Remember and share memories
  • Understand of the nature of grief
  • Learn how to maintain a healthy connection to lost loved ones
  • Develop healthy coping strategies

Family Time

If you’re a parent or guardian, please join us at 4:00 p.m. on camp day to learn about the camp activities and to participate in a time of remembrance.

Staff and Volunteers

Our staff is made up of social workers, grief counselors, chaplains, nurses, and volunteers who have training and experience in working with children who have lost loved ones.

Camp Courage is presented by:

If you have any questions or cannot register online, please contact April Barbour-Capps at 919-209-3478 or april.barbour-capps@unchealth.unc.edu

Make a Donation

Camp Courage is open to children in Johnston County. The camp is made possible by community donations, and there is no charge for children to attend. Please select "Camp Courage Program" as the designation for your gift.

Donate

Interested in volunteering?

Camp Courage is always looking for day-of volunteers. Contact April Barbour-Capps at 919-209-3478 or april.barbour-capps@unchealth.unc.edu