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Upcoming events
For more upcoming events, view our
monthly bereavement calendar.
Grief and the Holidays
Saturday, November 15, 2008
10 AM - 2 PM
Hendrick Medical Center
Auxiliary Conference Center, Shelton Building
2000 Pine Street
Gone Not Lost Candlelighting Ceremony
Sunday, December 14, 2008 ·6:30 PM
United Way of Abilene Community Room
Club Courage, formerly Rainbows
Every Tuesday night beginning
January 20 through February 24
7 - 8 PM
Southern Hills Church of Christ
Register online.
What is Camp Courage?
Camp Courage is a week-long camp for children who have suffered similar losses of a loved one through death, divorce, separation, incarceration or deployment. Children participate in recreational activities that promote self-esteem, encourage self-healing, and provide an outlet for unexpressed emotions. In addition, with the help of specially trained counselors, campers develop healthy coping skills as a result of the variety of grief exercises offered, which ultimately help build self confidence, trust, and an understanding of the grief process. Children, ages five through 18, who are grieving are encouraged to participate.
Important dates for Camp Courage 2008:
Camp dates: June 2-5
Volunteer Orientation & Training:
Saturday, May 17 from 9 AM - 3 PM
Parent Information Meeting:
Tuesday, May 27 at 6:30 PM
Who is eligible to attend Camp Courage?
Children, first grade through 12 grade (must have completed Kindergarten), who are dealing with loss due to a death, divorce, or other painful transition. There is no charge to attend thanks to the generous support of the Children’s Miracle Network and the Kiwanis Clubs of the Texas Midwest.
Where is Camp Courage held?
Camp Butman Methodist Retreat Center
Located between Merkel and Bronte, 35 miles south of Abilene.
Campers: The application deadline has passed. Check back later for information on Camp Courage 2009.
Please print and complete one application per child. Applications must undergo a screening process, and participation is limited. Completed application may be mailed to:
Hendrick Hospice Care
Attention: Camp Courage
PO Box 1922
Abilene, TX 79604
To have an application mailed to you, please call Hendrick Hospice Care 1.800.622.8516 or 325.677.8516.
Volunteers: The application deadline has passed. Check back later for information on Camp Courage 2009.
Volunteers are needed to lead groups and facilitate grief activities. Please print and complete one application per volunteer.
Completed applications (one per prospective volunteer) may be mailed to:
Hendrick Hospice Care
Attention: Camp Courage
PO Box 1922
Abilene, TX 79604
To have an application mailed to you, please call Hendrick Hospice Care 1.800.622.8516 or 325.677.8516.
Camp Courage is made possible by funding from the Children's Miracle Network.
Questions? Call 1.800.622.8516 or 325.677.8516.