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Camp Helps Children Deal with Grief

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PRINCETON -

Children dealing with loss will get a chance to talk about their pain with others going through similar situations this summer.

Hospice Compassus is hosting Camp Journey.

Children who have experienced a loss of any kind, whether it be a family member, a pet, or even a move, are encouraged to come out and find some comfort and maybe have a little fun.

"Camp Journey is really like a bereavement outreach to not only children but also to their families because some parents and guardians actually come with their child," said Gail Davidson, executive of Hospice Compassus.

The camp will be held on Saturday from 8 in the morning until 4:30 in the afternoon.

Its at the Deliverance Temple Church on Coal Heritage Road in Brushfork.

The camp is open to children aged 7 to 16.