Serving the Families of Prisoners since 2003
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Camp Kerith is a summer camp for the children of prisoners, children affected by a loved one's substance addiction, or children experiencing high levels of trauma. Camp Kerith offers a program designed around their specialized needs.
This powerful, positive impact of a one-week camping experience cannot be discounted. It is a life-changing experience. |
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Summer camps for kids ages 5 to 18 are uniquely designed for at-risk children and youth. Children have a chance to be kids as they participate in swimming, archery, games, and arts and crafts, but summer camps provide much more. Campers are immersed in a unique story played out yearly through theming and storytelling, letting them merge into a world where they interact with the characters and participate in the storyline.
Campers learn they are not the only ones with a parent in prison, and they interact with staff who had similar experiences growing up. In addition to all the fun activities, some classes provide children with tools to make healthy choices, process grief, and realize their values and dreams. Campers learn life skills, including conflict resolution and anger management, and have opportunities to increase their social and emotional development by participating in group activities and connecting with God.
Camp Kerith creates an environment where campers are supported and celebrated. Campers have a safe place to share their hurts but also learn valuable life skills while making friendships that last a lifetime.
Campers learn they are not the only ones with a parent in prison, and they interact with staff who had similar experiences growing up. In addition to all the fun activities, some classes provide children with tools to make healthy choices, process grief, and realize their values and dreams. Campers learn life skills, including conflict resolution and anger management, and have opportunities to increase their social and emotional development by participating in group activities and connecting with God.
Camp Kerith creates an environment where campers are supported and celebrated. Campers have a safe place to share their hurts but also learn valuable life skills while making friendships that last a lifetime.