In collaboration with Cornell Cooperative Extension, we are pleased to be offering our first-ever Therapeutic Family Summer Camp. Mental health professionals from Children and Family Services will be joining The Hidden Valley Camp team to deliver therapeutic support in the fun and enriching camp environment. Our goal in this collaboration is to foster meaningful family connections, provide a safe and supportive space for families navigating mental health, and facilitate mental wellness practices that can be utilized long after camp ends. Please see below for more details. We hope to see you there!
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When and Where:
Although the regular camp sessions run much longer, the therapeutic family component specifically will take place Sunday, August 9th- Wednesday, August 12th. Arrival and registration will begin at 11 am on August 9th.
Hidden Valley 4-H Camp is located at :
2860 Hidden Valley Camp Road
Watkins Glen, NY 14891
Who is this for?
Mental health is a broad spectrum that can seldom be defined by specific standards. Because of this, we welcome families to our therapeutic camp who fall anywhere along this spectrum. Whether your family is navigating the complexities of a new or existing diagnosis, looking for ways to hold space for a loved one who is struggling, or simply feel that your family could benefit from enhanced connection, we want to offer you a healing and supportive space to do that.
Examples of Activities That Could be Included:
Morning and evening coffee hours for parents only, allowing a space for parents to connect, relate, and provide mutual support
Mindfulness based activities infused with nature such as hikes, scavenger hunts, and breath work/meditation.
Bonding activities such as facilitated restorative circles, building, cooking, and creating
Swimming, water sports, education, and many other traditional camp activities that create fun, long-lasting memories!
