Camp Erin Indianapolis

08/25/2015

"Even though you can't see it with your eyes, you can feel it with your heart and know that you are always connected to everyone you love." ~Karst

Where does your string go?

08/13/2015

I am here for you. You are here for me. We are here for each other! Shout to all those who were at camp last weekend. Thanks so much to all our volunteers and especially to our campers and their families for joinng our Camp Erin Family! Like and share if you had a fantastic, never-going-to-forget, best weekend ever!!!!

07/19/2015

Less than three weeks until CAMP ERIN 2016!!! Thanks to all who came out for our kick off to camp, Camp Fire Up on Saturday. We had a blast playing with the fluffy pups, getting our faces painted, seeing all the balloon creations, taking silly photos and even playing with Boomer!!! But best of all-- we got to meet a bunch of really great kids and their families!!! CAN'T WAIT UNTIL AUGUST 7TH!!!!

06/09/2015

We have another great painting event coming up, this time for anyone who has lost a father or father-figure. Join us to remember these great men around Father's Day. All supplies are provided, and this event is appropriate for all ages and skill levels.

Loss of Father Painting Workshop
Saturday, June 13 / 1 p.m.
Flanner and Buchanan Memorial Park
Cost: FREE
Register by calling 800-777-7775 or online at the link below.

04/22/2015

Painting is known to be therapeutic - especially for those missing a loved one. Join Community Home Health's bereavement team as we pick up our brushes and honor our deceased mothers. All supplies provided.

Memories of Mom on Canvas
Saturday, May 2 / 1 p.m.
Flanner and Buchanan Memorial Park
Cost: FREE
Register: 800-777-7775

Appropriate for all ages

12/29/2014

Click on the link below for adult bereavement sessions beginning early January.

Community Home Health offers free weekly and monthly bereavement/grief support groups, answers to grief questions, and Camp Erin for grieving children and teens.

12/23/2014

Tis the season to be jolly…or, so they say. For those who have experienced the death of a loved one, this season tends to solicit a different reaction altogether. So, how can you and your family find joy and comfort during the holidays this year?

Be open: Have a family meeting and encourage open communication. Don’t pretend that nothing has changed or will change after the death of a loved one.

Be prepared: Consider possible triggers for grief bursts. Help the child identify his or her own personal fears or concerns.

Be supportive: Talk about ways to support each other when needed. Have a key word, symbol or physical sign that indicates a need for a hug, a listening ear, space or even a need to do something fun.

Be intentional: Accept that feelings will rollercoaster during the holiday season and be intentional about taking care of yourself and encouraging children to take care of themselves, too. Make time to reflect, reminisce, process and memorialize your loved one.

Be reminiscent: Light a candle, share memories and pictures in a family journal, or watch your loved one’s favorite movie.

12/04/2014

Camp Erin Indianapolis 2015 is scheduled...August 7-9!!!

Camper and volunteer applications will be made available in the coming months. Mark your calendar and stay tuned!

11/20/2014

It's Children's Grief Awareness Day! Share HOPE to show support for all kids and teens who've experienced the death of someone important to them.

11/05/2014

Please join us this Saturday for a free youth and adult holiday bereavement session. We'll have educators, crafts and more to get you through this difficult time of year.

09/24/2014

Powerful portrayal of childhood grief, healing wins 2014 Emmy. “ONE LAST HUG: Three Days at Grief Camp,” offers an intimate portrayal of The Moyer Foundation’s Camp Erin® where grieving children find comfort, hope and healing to deal with their pain. The film premiered in April on HBO and is currently available via HBO Go and HBO On Demand.

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