Grief Camps for Children, Adolescents and Teens
Now Accepting Applications! - Please complete the online application on this screen for the appropriate camp OR...
You can contact us to get a copy of the application by calling 240-566-3030 or emailing griefsupport@frederick.health. After completing the application, you can return it by mail or drop it off in-person to 1 Frederick Health Way, Frederick MD 21701, or scan and email to griefsupport@frederick.health
Teen Grief Retreat (Spring): Saturday, March 15, 2025
Thorpewood, Thurmont, MD Grades 9-12
Applications are due February 28, 2025 - space is limited
Camp Jamie Overnight Camp (Spring): Friday-Sunday, May 16-18, 2025
Skycroft Conference Center, Middletown, MD Grades 1-8
Applications are due April 25, 2025 - space is limited
Day Camp (Fall): Saturday, September 20, 2025
Thorpewood, Thurmont, MD, Grades 1-8
Applications are due September 5, 2025 - space is limited
Teen Grief Retreat (Fall): Saturday, November 8, 2025
Thorpewood, Thurmont, MD, Grades 9-12
Applications are due October 24, 2025 - space is limited
Camp Jamie is a special opportunity for grieving children, adolescents and teens to come together to talk about their feelings related to the death of someone special, and learn coping skills for dealing with those feelings. Camp Jamie is held three times per year. Our teen and weekend sleepover camps are held in the spring. Our one day camp is held in the fall. Each camp provides unique opportunities to express and communicate grief in a healthy and safe environment.
Who are the staff members?
Camp Jamie staff includes professional grief counselors and specially trained
volunteers. Children accepted for weekend sleepover camp are paired with
an adult volunteer called a Big Buddy, with whom he or she will spend
the weekend. Big Buddies provide companionship, support, friendship and
lots of individualized attention for their Little Buddy. Our one day camp
is facilitated by our grief counselors and trained long time Camp Jamie
volunteers.
What are the types of activities?
In addition to grief education and support, campers also enjoy camp activities
such as team games, arts/crafts, hiking, campfires with storytellers and
pet therapy.
All activities provide plenty of opportunities for the children to express themselves and develop bonds with others. Through interactions with other children and adults, campers learn that they are not alone in their grief.
What is the cost?
Thanks to our generous donors, Camp Jamie is provided at no charge.
To register a child or become a volunteer for Camp Jamie, please download our application. For further questions, call the Hospice office at 240-566-3030. Space is limited, so be sure to register early.
