Wings! Camp 2004 participants gather for a group photo.
Because of their limited life experiences and lack of coping skills, children may find the grief process very difficult as they struggle with their inability to express these overwhelming emotions in a healthy manner. In response to this need, 3HC Hospice founded its summer Wings! Camp for Grieving Children in June 2000. Wings! is an opportunity for children to interact and gain support from peers who are also experiencing grief.
3HC Hospice staff and volunteers supervise Wings! camp and lead all activities. They are specially trained to work with children who have lost loved ones. All volunteers agree to a thorough background check and attend a pre-camp training session.
Grief-related activities are conducted in small groups led by camp volunteers. In addition, children are encouraged to express themselves through arts and crafts and other activities. Most importantly, Wings! provides a safe and caring environment where children learn that their feelings are normal and a crucial part of the healing process.
Wings! activities include:
Therapeutic Grief Group
Self-Esteem and Teamwork Course
Therapeutic Art Projects
Campfire Activities
Nature Walks
Candle Lighting Memorial Service
Grief Drama
Grief Photography Therapy
Camper/Family sessions
Balloon Release with Letters to Loved Ones
Up to thirty children ages 8 - 15 participate in the camp. Wings! is staffed by both professionals and volunteers. To refer a child you know from eastern North Carolina who is experiencing the trauma of bereavement or if you would like to volunteer to help at Wings!, please contact:
Planning is currently underway for 3HC's 2006 Wings Camp. You may also download a copy of the Wings' pre-registration form. Space is limited to only thirty campers so please return your pre-registration form as soon as possible!
- 3HC -
2402 Wayne Memorial Drive
Goldsboro, NC 27534
919-735-1387 info@3hc.org
3HC Hospice staff and volunteers supervise Wings! camp and lead all activities. They are specially trained to work with children who have lost loved ones. All volunteers agree to a thorough background check and attend a pre-camp training session.
Grief-related activities are conducted in small groups led by camp volunteers. In addition, children are encouraged to express themselves through arts and crafts and other activities. Most importantly, Wings! provides a safe and caring environment where children learn that their feelings are normal and a crucial part of the healing process.
Up to thirty children ages 8 - 15 participate in the camp. Wings! is staffed by both professionals and volunteers. To refer a child you know from eastern North Carolina who is experiencing the trauma of bereavement or if you would like to volunteer to help at Wings!, please contact: 
