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SUMMER CAMP
In partnership with SeriousFun Children’s Network,*
we provide camp experiences for children living
with serious illness in Ethiopia, Haiti, and Vietnam.
Children living with illnesses face difficult emotional
and social challenges, including higher rates of
anxiety and depression. They must learn life skills to help manage their illness, stay as
healthy as possible, and cope with future obstacles that may arise.
We provide opportunity for children to access residential camp (4-5 days away from
home), day camp and family weekend activities that provide deep and meaningful impact,
increased knowledge, and create strong and lasting bonds with peers who face similar
struggles.
An outcomes evaluation, in partnership with San Diego State University, exploring the
impact of camp programming in Ethiopia and Vietnam found that campers build stronger
peer and family relationships, take their medication correctly and consistently (improved
adherence), and show an increase in positive health and hygiene behaviors.
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