Hospice of Huntington is proud to offer Camp Good Grief , a bereavement camp for children ages 8-16 who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The camp provides an opportunity for the children to meet in a safe and accepting environment and share with other children who have experienced the loss of someone close.

Children will be assigned a "Big Buddy" during their stay at camp. Big Buddies will participate in the daily activities and are available for individual support. The camp is one of learning, fun and enjoyment. This is accomplished through the use of group discussions and activities. Professional staff will provide information on grief so the campers can better understand and express their own feelings. Professional staff will also provide follow-up contact for the children and their families following the camp. There is no charge to attend Camp Good Grief.

Camp Good Grief takes place at Asbury Woods Retreat Center. Located on Route 10 in Huntington.

Camp Good Grief takes place at Asbury Woods Retreat Center. Located on Route 10 in Huntington. If you know a child who would like to attend, please print this Camp Good Grief application and return it to:

Kelly Levy
Vice President, Family Services
Hospice of Huntington, Inc.
P.O. Box 464
Huntington, WV 25709

Camp Good Grief Brochure

Camp Good Grief Camper Application

Camp Good Grief Adult Volunteer Application


Objectives of Camp Good Grief


Sharing

To provide participants with an opportunity to meet in a safe and accepting environment and to share their experiences with other children who have also lost a loved one.

Understanding

To increase the participant's understanding of the life cycle.

Expression

To provide participants with information which will allow them to facilitate a better understanding and expression of their feelings.

Memories

To enable participants to merge their feelings with memories of their loved ones.

Awareness

To increase the participant's awareness of available support systems.

Hope

To encourage life for the future as we instill new feelings of hopefulness.