03/18/2026
Camp Heartstrings/Camp Dreams
Help and Healing for Grieving Children
Camp Heartstrings/Camp Dreams is a three-day camp for children (entering grades 2-11 in September 2026) who are adjusting to the death of a loved one. Developed by Licensed Master Social Workers, this camp promotes understanding, acceptance, healing and hope through a comprehensive program of activities, as well as plenty of fun. It is staffed by credentialed professionals and trained volunteers and is sponsored by UR Medicine Hospice (a program of UR Medicine Home Care), Pittsford Youth Services, and Dreams from Drake.
Camp Details
Registration will begin on February 1, for the 2026 Camp Session.
Please Note: In order to attend camp in 2026, the loss of a loved one(s) must have occurred prior to January 2026.
When
June 29, June 30, and July,1
12:00–6:00 p.m. daily
Campers are required to attend all days and times.
Where
Nazareth College
4245 East Avenue
Rochester, NY 14618
Cost
There is no cost to campers or their families. We are happy to provide this program free of charge.
Registration
Registration closes on April 17 or when 40 campers are registered. Please email Rita_Amorese@urmc.rochester.edu for an application.
For questions, please contact Michele Allman, LMSW, Bereavement Coordinator for UR Medicine Hospice (a program of UR Medicine Home Care) at (585) 274-4069 or at URMHC-CampHeartstrings@URMC.Rochester.edu.
You will receive confirmation that a reservation is held for your camper(s).
Sincerely,
Rachel
Rachel Zielinski, LCSW-R
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