Trillium Childhood Cancer Support Centre

Camp Trillium, Residential Camp Programs, Rainbow Lake

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Record #: HAM6065 Last Modified: 15 Mar 2013 Last Full Update: 15 Mar 2013
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 HeadingsCamps ; Child Care Related Services ; Sports and recreation
Location, Telephone & Internet
Address & Map
433 Thompson Rd W
Waterford, ON N0E 1Y0
 
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Located In CommunityWaterford
Office Phone905-527-1992
Toll Free Phone1-888-999-2267
Fax905-527-5314
E-Mailvolunteer@camptrillium.com
Websitewww.camptrillium.com
Contact Information
Mailing Addressc/o Camp Trillium 
Trillium Childhood Cancer Support Centre 
940 Queensdale Ave E 
Hamilton, ON L8V 1N4
Primary ContactJoel Scadding, Volunteer Coordinator; Phone: 905-527-1992 ext 28
Alternate ContactMarci Shea-Perry, Executive Director; Phone: 905-527-1992 ext 21
Description & Services
DescriptionPrograms offered at Rainbow Lake are residential and family camps that provide recreational and camping experiences for children living with cancer and their families * Programs includes children suffering from cancer, those in remission, siblings, bereaved siblings, and parents of children with cancer * Camp includes swimming, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, arts and crafts, drama, Archery, fishing, High/Low Ropes, 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): 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 * Families are required to provide their own transportation to and from camp * A 5 day program 
     
  • Leadership Development Programs Quest I & Quest II (Ages 16-17 years) * Call for details.
  • DatesOffers yearly programs * Call for details
    Areas ServedOntario
    BoundariesAll of Ontario
    EligibilityAges: 8 year(s) - 15 year(s) 
     
    Residential Camp is for 8-15 yrs * Family Camp includes adult caregivers, parents and siblings (newborn and up)
    FeesNone - All programs are paid for through financial gifts, donations, foundations and members of the community
    LanguagesEnglish
    Other Details
    AccessibilityFully Accessible
    Record Classification
    Service CategoriesLeadership Development ~ Adolescents ~ Cancer ; Therapeutic Camps ~ Cancer ; Therapeutic Camps ~ Families/Friends of People with Cancer