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Due to COVID-19, seriously ill children are even more isolated. Our therapeutic recreation camps are proven to positively address these effects. In 2021, by means of our physical and/or virtual camps, we aim to provide even more camp places to help some of the most vulnerable children in society.
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Situation
In the UK is it estimated that 10% of young people are living with a chronic illness. These children face physical symptoms and challenges that affect their quality of life. Long periods in hospital or at home mean they are isolated from peers and find it difficult to build or maintain friendships. They miss out on many normal activities to low confidence and self-esteem. This can lead to mental health issues with children feeling little hope for their own futures.
Solution
We tackle these issues through life-changing residential camps and our virtual 'Camp in the Cloud' service for children living with over 130 conditions. Our services offer an escape from the confines of illness to discover abilities and friends. In these challenging times, 'Camp in the Cloud' allows us to deliver camp magic directly into the safety of campers' homes. Support from the Big Give will allow us to support up to 200 further seriously ill children in 2021.
