Tillery Compassionate Care Host Day Camp for Children and their Families

May 27, 2025 (ALBEMARLE, NC) – Tillery Compassionate Care recently hosted a day camp for children and their families who have experienced a death-related loss. Camp Forget-Me-Not was held on Saturday, May 17 at Camp Joshua.  The theme for the event was Giving Hope Wings and featured a butterfly release.

“Camp Forget-Me-Not is a free day camp to support children and their families impacted by a death related loss. This camp provides a safe space for the child and their family to share the story of their loved ones and honor their memory.  Camp provides a feeling that they are not so alone in this thing called grief,” said Bereavement Coordinator Janna Spurr, MSW, LCSW. “This special day also provides education on what to expect in grief, ways to cope, and learning to walk through the grief.”

Camp Forget-Me-Not Activities

The camp includes fun activities including horseback riding, fishing and crafts.  Always a favorite is the 75-foot slip & slide and flavored snow cones.  During camp, each camper receives a special memory bear made from clothing that was their loved ones.

The event registration, all meals, and supplies are provided at no charge to the campers. Camp Forget-Me-Not is open to any children ages 6-17 and their families in Stanly and Montgomery Counties who have experienced a death. Camp is available for anyone, even if the death was not hospice related.

“If you know any child who has experienced the loss of a loved one, please tell them about our annual camp hosted at Camp Joshua in Albemarle each year in May, “added Janna Spurr.

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Funding for Camp Forget-Me-Not 

The day camp is possible with the help of staff and volunteers and is sponsored by United Way of Stanly County. If you would like to donate to support activities like Camp Forget-Me-Not, call 704.983.4216 or visit our donation page.

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About Tillery Compassionate Care

Hospice of Stanly County, Inc. dba Tillery Compassionate Care, a nonprofit organization, was founded through the grassroots efforts of people in the community and it continues to be governed locally by a board of directors.  Through the generosity of many, Tillery Compassionate Care has been able to provide care to more than 8,000 seriously ill residents since 1981.  At Tillery Compassionate Care, we spark inspiration, hope, and peace enabling individuals with serious illness to embrace their spirit of life. More information about hospice, palliative care and advance care planning is available from Tillery Compassionate Care by calling 704.983.4216 or by visiting tillerycompassionatecare.org.