When it comes to summer camp, kids are literally in for a treat. (Just think about those gooey s’mores!). Whether overnight or day camp, the experience offers kids a chance to make friends, learn new skills, become more independent, enjoy the outdoors and have fun! But as exciting as this may be, spending time apart […]
2018 Summer Camps to help children cope with grief
If you know a child who is coping with grief related to the death of a parent, grandparent, sibling or other close family member, we would like to share some of the summer grief camps for children available in our area. At a grief camp, children participate in a variety of activities that can be […]
Former diabetes campers create new memories as counselors
For college students Richie Holben and Julia Rhoad, spending 3 days at Camp Y-Noah each summer was a childhood ritual. Away from their parents’ watchful eyes, they looked forward to the usual camping activities and creating memories with friends, but they also relished the time they spent with other kids who were just like them […]
On the Winter Checklist: Finding a Summer Camp
With so many summer camps to choose from, picking the right one can be a challenge – especially if your child is resisting going to camp at all. A good way to start is by giving your child a sense of control, said psychologist Chelsea Weyand, PsyD, of the Akron Children’s Hospital NeuroDevelopmental Science Center. […]
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