Today we welcome to the show Jennifer Mercer, who is the Director of Development for an amazing organization; two words that give everybody pause — Childhood Cancer. The organization Jennifer serves is called Care Camps, a charity that was founded to help children battling cancer and their families experience the healing power of the outdoors. The heart behind it is such that kids don’t have to walk through this journey by themselves; parents send their patients to camp and get their kids back! One of the most neglected aspects of diagnosing and treating cancer is the emotional aspect, and that’s what Care Camps focuses on, bringing joy, happiness, healing, and hope to the campers and their families. Tune in today, to hear more about Care Camps and the mission they have today on the Where’s Willie podcast!
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Key Points From This Episode:
• Jennifer shares about what Care Camps are.
• More about the heart behind Care Camps and their history; no one should journey alone.
• Jennifer shares what happens with funds that are raised or donated; a zero-cost experience.
• We hear about the typical experience and process of finding hope, happiness at Care Camps.
• What campers can expect to experience with counselors and other kids at Care Camp.
• Jennifer tells us about the different locations and experiences unique to each location across Canada and the U.S.
• How Care Camps can get to a position where they no longer have to turn away kids.