A Summer Bereavement Camp for Children Ages 6–12

Camp Healing Hearts

A warm, welcoming place where grieving children make friends, have fun, and gently learn to carry their feelings after the death of someone they love. Three caring days — crafts, therapy dogs, gentle activities, and a lot of heart.

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You Are in the Right Place

A Gentle Space to Grieve, Play, and Heal

Camp Healing Hearts is for children ages 6–12 who have experienced the death of a loved one. Through age-appropriate activities, art, and play, children learn that their feelings are normal, that they are not alone, and that there are healthy ways to remember the person they lost. Our caring counselors create a safe, confidential, and joyful environment — because healing and laughter belong together.

2026 Camp

Dates, Location & Cost

Everything you need to plan ahead. Pre-registration is required, and space is limited.

When

July 10–12, 2026
Fri Jul 10: 6–7 PM (orientation)
Sat & Sun, Jul 11–12: 9 AM–12 PM

Where

Friends Home & Village
331 Lower Dolington Rd
Newtown, PA 18940

Cost

$25 per child
Financial aid is available for families who qualify — cost is never a barrier.

A Day at Camp

Crafts, Comfort & Friendship

From memory crafts and painting to therapy dogs and gentle outdoor time, every activity helps children express what they feel and connect with others who understand.

Two smiling boys at Hands Holding Hearts campA child decorating a Camp Feeling Better tote bagA girl painting at a camp craft tableA smiling girl hugging a therapy dog at campChildren meeting a pony during a camp activityChildren planting in a garden during a camp activityA volunteer helping a child with a craft project at campCampers gathered together at Hands Holding Hearts camp

How It Works

Three Simple Steps to Enroll

Campers are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis after a brief screening interview confirms each child is emotionally ready. Priority is given to children who have not yet attended one of our camps.

1

Complete the Forms

Complete the camp application and the release form online below. It helps us understand your family’s story and how best to support your child.

2

Return & Screening

Return your application by email or mail. We’ll reach out to schedule a short, caring screening interview to make sure camp is the right fit right now.

3

Confirm & Attend

Once a spot is confirmed, you’ll receive everything you need for the big days. Then come ready for crafts, friendship, and gentle healing.

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Two Forms to Complete

Enrolling takes two short forms, and both are required. Start with the camp application, then complete the release & consent. Use the buttons below to switch between them.


Camp Healing Hearts Application

Tell us about your child and your family’s story so we can support them well. Everything you share stays confidential.

Child's Name
Optional. Share only if you would like us to be aware.
Parent / Guardian Name
Did the child attend the funeral?
Has your child / family experienced any of the following? (check all that apply)
School — present BEFORE the illness/death (check all that apply)
Check all that apply.
School — present AFTER the illness/death (check all that apply)
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Friends — present BEFORE the illness/death (check all that apply)
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Friends — present AFTER the illness/death (check all that apply)
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Home — present BEFORE the illness/death (check all that apply)
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Home — present AFTER the illness/death (check all that apply)
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Dreams — present BEFORE the illness/death (check all that apply)
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Dreams — present AFTER the illness/death (check all that apply)
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Fears — present BEFORE the illness/death (check all that apply)
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Fears — present AFTER the illness/death (check all that apply)
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Agreement
Photo / Video Permission

Finished? Tap 2 · Release & Consent above to complete the second form.

Release, Photo & Confidentiality Agreement

Please review and sign this before your child’s first day of camp.

Photo / Website Release (you must choose one)
Acceptance
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Give the Gift of Healing

Sponsor a Camper

Just $25 sends one grieving child to a day of Camp Feeling Better. Your gift makes sure that cost is never the reason a child misses the chance to heal, play, and feel understood.

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