“Check back in October for more information for summer 2011.”
Thank you for your interest in Camp Kesem, a camp for children who have a parent who has died from cancer, is currently in treatment for cancer, or is in remission from cancer.
The mission of Camp Kesem is to provide a student-run summer camp program for children who have or had a parent with cancer, where campers build self-esteem and gain support from peers facing similar challenges. With a camper-counselor ratio of 3:1, campers receive the special attention and support that they would not receive at a regular summer camp.
Numerous volunteer counselors from Emory University will staff the camp and will undergo extensive training prior to camp. The medical staff will include a nurse and a child psychologist or therapist. A typical day at camp is described here.
Camp Kesem is open to all children in the state of Georgia, between the ages of 6 and 16, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, or financial status. Due to the financial burden experienced by families coping with cancer, Camp Kesem is provided free of charge to all families.
Camp Kesem will accept 50 children this year. Applicants will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis, with consideration to ensure appropriate balances of age and gender. If your child would like to attend Camp Kesem or have questions, email us at campkesememory@gmail.com.
Frequently Asked Questions about Camp Kesem
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