One in 12 children in Southwest Colorado will lose a parent or sibling by the time they are 18 (CBEM, 2022). Bereaved children report isolation and loneliness as significant factors in their grief, and we know that bereaved children are at a 75% higher risk for health concerns, self-harm, substance use, and suicidal ideation. We also know that GRIEF CAMPS are effective ways to mitigate both the short and long term effects of childhood grief.

The Grief Center of Southwest Colorado offers summer grief camps for both children and teens. Our participants report the following:

"Everyone at camp understands what I am feeling."

"I made my first friend since my mom died."

"The activities are fun!"

"I got to tell everyone about my brother. I miss him so much."

It costs $250/day for each child to attend this therapeutic camp, and families are not charged for this program. PLEASE HELP US SEND A CHILD OR TEEN TO GRIEF CAMP THIS SUMMER!

Send a Child to Grief Camp!

By The Grief Center of Southwest Colorado

Send a Child to Grief Camp!