Trillium Childhood Cancer Support Centre Camp Trillium, Residential Camp Programs, Oddfellow & Rebekah Island
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Early Years Information
Public Bulletin	This program operates only at specific times of the year. Check with the organization for current information about dates of operation!
Early Years Headings	Camps ; Child Care Related Services ; Sports and recreation
Location, Telephone & Internet
Located In Community	Bloomfield
Office Phone	905-527-1992
Toll Free Phone	1-888-999-2267
E-Mail	volunteer@camptrillium.com
Website	www.camptrillium.com
Contact Information
Mailing Address	c/o Camp Trillium  Trillium Childhood Cancer Support Centre  940 Queensdale Ave E  Hamilton, ON L8V 1N4
Primary Contact	Joel Scadding, Volunteer Coordinator; Phone: 905-527-1992 ext 28
Alternate Contact	Marci Shea-Perry, Executive Director; Phone: 905-527-1992 ext 21
Description & Services
Description	The programs offered at Oddfellow & Rebekah Island (formerly referred to as Garratt's Island), Bloomfield, Ontario (located approximately 30 min south of Belleville and one hour west of Kingston) are residential camps that provide recreational and camping experiences for children living with cancer and their families. It admits children suffering from cancer, those in remission, siblings, bereaved siblings, and parents of children with cancer. There is no cost, as all programs are paid for through financial gifts, donations, foundations, and members of the community. Camp includes swimming, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, arts and crafts, drama, target sports, bonfires, and more. Medical support provided by the Nursing Director and a team of nurses is on duty at all times, including out trips.    Programs include:    Residential Camp (Ages 8-15 years) - This program offers a special place for youth to explore nature and learn about themselves in a natural setting. Bus transportation is provided from designated locations.  Family Camp (Ages newborn-17 years, and parents) - This overnight program provides an excellent opportunity for families to interact in a relaxing environment with others who have had similar life experiences. Includes a day care and pre-school program for children under 7 years of age. Families are required to provide their own transportation to and from camp.  Teen Leadership Camp (Ages 14-15 years) - A seven-day program with a focus on leadership skills, group dynamics, wilderness, and first aid training.    We look for volunteers who are at least 18 years old to be group leaders and special friends at camp!
Dates	Camp operates during July, August * Call or visit the website for further details
Areas Served	Ontario
Boundaries	All of Ontario
Eligibility	Ages: 8 year(s) - 15 year(s)    Residential Camp for ages 8-15 yrs * Family Camp includes adult caregivers/parents/siblings
Fees	None
Languages	English ; French
Other Details
Accessibility	Fully Accessible
Record Classification
Service Categories	Leadership Development ~ Adolescents ~ Cancer ; Therapeutic Camps ~ Cancer ; Therapeutic Camps ~ Families/Friends of People with Cancer