What is Rainbows?
Rainbows - is an international program that provides children with the opportunity to receive special attention while learning to cope with loss. Grieving children often struggle to identify and express the confusing emotions of grief, and through this program, they are given the opportunity to process their emotions and feelings through peer interaction and support. Rainbows is for ages kindergarten through twelfth grade. Groups are led by trained, adult volunteers. The program lasts six weeks and is offered twice a year, concurrent with the fall and spring school semesters.
The next Rainbows session is September 16 through October 21, 2008.

What is Camp Courage?
Camp courage is a supportive environment for children who have suffered similar losses from death, divorce or separation. 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.

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 and the Kiwanis Clubs of the Texas Midwest
Questions? Call 1.800.622.8516 or 325.677.8516.

 

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