Camp Erin’s Impact on Grieving Children

Christi, Carrie, and Therese from Camp Erin, in Portland, OR share experiences of campers and their emotional transformations. Camp Erin, organized by Providence Hospice, supports children dealing with grief. The staff highlight campers forming deep connections and the impact of therapeutic activities like the carnival, sharing circles, and the luminary ceremony. The camp’s close volunteer-to-camper ratio, therapy dogs, and handmade quilts foster a sense of community and healing. Edit credit: Alison Jacques

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• Christi Crowley
• Carrie Kilpatrick-White
• Therese Lewandowski