The snake never returned. Through the extraordinary challenges posed by life-threatening illness, a precocious inner wisdom of life and its fragility emerges. Yet even in the struggle for survival, the spirit of childhood shines through. Camps Summer camps for children with cancer, and often their siblings as well, are becoming increasingly popular. These camps provide an opportunity for children with cancer and their siblings to have fun, meet friends, and talk with others in the same situation.
Counselors are typically volunteers, many of whom are cancer survivors or their siblings.
Sometimes oncology nurses, residents, social workers, and child life specialists are camp counselors. Supervised by experts, children can have their concerns addressed without involving their parents. These camps provide a carefree time away from the sadness of the family or the all too frequent hospital visits. Of all the ways to get support, I think the camp really helps the most. You are all there together for enough time to break down the barriers.