Camp HAL (Healing After Loss) program is for children ages 4-6. Led by a licensed therapist who specializes in working with young children who are grieving. With support from NFFF staff and volunteers, the camp program uses play therapy and expressive therapy to help children express themselves in their natural language. Camp HAL includes a mix of activities appropriate for this age group, as well as some activities for children and parents together. Children stay with their parent overnight and when they are not in camp sessions.
Family members of firefighters and first responders who have died in the line-of-duty.
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Hosted three virtual camps for children ages 4-6 in 2021. The parents’ session were held on Thursday evenings with the camp on held on Saturday. With less opportunities for children to socialize, Virtual Camp HAL served as a catalyst to bringing the children in our community together. Being with other children who understand and have suffered a similar loss can be quite significant in their healing. Facilitated by camp counselor and licensed therapists, Stephanie Heitkemper who specializes in working with young children who have experienced loss, uses a mix of activities and strategies to help children grow, learn, and navigate their grief.
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Hosted three virtual camps for children ages 4-6. The parents’ session were held on Thursday evenings and camp was held on Saturday. With less opportunities for children to socialize, Virtual Camp HAL served as a catalyst to bringing the children in our community together. Being with other children who understand and have suffered a similar loss can be quite significant in their healing. Facilitated by camp counselor and licensed therapists, Stephanie Heitkemper who specializes in working with young children who have experienced loss, uses a mix of activities and strategies to help children grow, learn, and navigate their grief.
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