Date: Wed Feb 25, 1:00 PM EST - Wed Feb 25, 2:00 PM EST
Category:
- Adult Training,
- Outdoor,
- Life Skills
Level:
- Volunteers
Camp Ready: Preparing Your Child (and Yourself) for the Emotional Journey of Camp
As families prepare for summer camp, it's essential to recognize that camp is more than activities and fun-it's a transformative developmental experience that stretches new emotional muscles. Join No Shame On U and Consulting Camp LLC for an essential conversation about the emotional landscape of overnight camp and how to support your child's mental health.
In this session, we'll explore:
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Common mental health experiences at camp (homesickness, anxiety, social challenges) and why they're a normal part of growth
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How to evaluate camp fit through a mental health lens-asking the right questions about emotional support systems, staff training, and communication protocols
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Practical strategies to prepare your child emotionally, including what to discuss before they go and how to build resilience tools
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Healthy communication boundaries that support independence while staying connected
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How to manage your own emotions as a parent during separation
Whether you're a first-time camp family or a seasoned camp parent, you'll leave with actionable tools to partner with your child's camp community and support both your child's growth and your own well-being throughout the camp experience.
Presented by: Dr. Anat S. Geva, Director of Strategic Initiatives, No Shame On U, and Jamie Sirkin, LCSW, Camp Director & Child Well-Being Advocate, Founder of Consulting Camp LLC
FREE & VIRTUAL
