Camp Laurel
Camp Programs
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Teen Adventure Camp 2024: JULY 27 - AUGUST 1
We are thrilled to unveil a brand-new initiative program for this upcoming summer at Camp Laurel. Considering valuable input from all our stakeholders, (campers, parents/caregivers, volunteers, staff, donors, and our Board of Directors, it’s evident that our youth aged 13-17, impacted by HIV/AIDS, would greatly benefit from a program that specifically emphasizes leadership, career development, life-skills education, and a supportive environment to openly discuss HIV/AIDS.
Throughout the existence of Camp Laurel, our overarching goal has consistently been to empower young individuals to navigate the challenges associated with living with HIV/AIDS. With the introduction of this innovative program, we believe we can more effectively fulfill our mission and successfully achieve our desired outcomes.
We are calling this new program TEEN ADVENTURE CAMP. This week-long residential camp will house the youth (aged 13-17 affected by HIV/AIDS), on the college campus of California State University Northridge and focus on teaching the youth leadership skills and introducing them to various career paths. Housed in the campus dorms in cabin groups with counselors, each day the youths will venture out to visit a company or organization in Los Angeles and have a project to complete.
While it is all a surprise each day, examples could be a trip to a sound studio, where the youth are taught how to produce a song or public service announcement by writing, recording, and editing it. At the end of the day, they will have completed a project and experienced first-hand what it is like to have a career in the field.
Samples of daily projects could be in the field of photography, social media influencers, animation, music, sports, acting, and more. We will also introduce the youth to the importance of giving back and have them complete an activity with a local non-profit. Each day will be filled with additional fun activities that will allow the youth to experience something they might never have had the opportunity to experience.
In the evenings we have support groups with the youth facilitated by licensed social workers. Our finale will be a celebration at a very special venue in Los Angeles where the youth can dance and celebrate their success of the week.
Spaces are very limited so if you are interested, please complete an application today! For more information, please contact us or call 626-683-0800.
APPLICATION LINK for those who have attended camp before. If you are not in our database, please contact us or call 626-683-0800 for more information or to get set up in our system.
All campers will need a physical within 1 year of camp. Campers who are HIV+ will need a physical within 6 months of camp. ALL campers will need to have a TB test done within 1 year of camp.
All camper forms can be found here.
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Teniendo en cuenta los valiosos aportes de todas nuestras partes interesadas (campistas, padres/cuidadores, voluntarios, personal, donantes y nuestra Junta Directiva, es evidente que nuestros jóvenes de 13 a 17 años, afectados por el VIH/SIDA, se beneficiarían enormemente de un programa que enfatiza específicamente el liderazgo, el desarrollo profesional, la educación sobre habilidades para la vida y un entorno de apoyo para discutir abiertamente el VIH/SIDA.A lo largo de la existencia de Camp Laurel, nuestro objetivo general ha sido consistentemente empoderar a los jóvenes para que puedan afrontar los desafíos asociados con vivir con VIH/SIDA. Con la introducción de este programa innovador, creemos que podemos cumplir de manera más efectiva nuestra misión y lograr con éxito los resultados deseados.
Ejemplos de proyectos diarios podrían estar en el campo de la fotografía, personas influyentes en las redes sociales, animación, música, deportes, actuación y más. También les presentaremos a los jóvenes la importancia de retribuir y les haremos completar una actividad con una organización sin fines de lucro local. Cada día estará lleno de actividades divertidas adicionales que permitirán a los jóvenes experimentar algo que quizás nunca hayan tenido la oportunidad de experimentar.
Por las noches tenemos grupos de apoyo con los jóvenes facilitados por trabajadores sociales autorizados. Nuestro final será una celebración en un lugar muy especial en Los Ángeles donde los jóvenes podrán bailar y celebrar el éxito de la semana.
Los espacios son muy limitados, así que si está interesado, ¡completa una solicitud hoy! Para obtener más información, comuníquese con nosotros o llame al 626-683-0800.
A este nuevo programa lo llamaremos CAMPAÑA DE AVENTURA PARA ADOLESCENTES. Este campamento residencial de una semana albergará a jóvenes (de 13 a 17 años afectados por el VIH/SIDA) en el campus universitario de la Universidad Estatal de California en Northridge y se centrará en enseñar habilidades de liderazgo a los jóvenes y presentarles diversas trayectorias profesionales. Alojados en los dormitorios del campus en grupos de cabañas con consejeros, cada día los jóvenes se aventurarán a visitar una empresa u organización en Los Ángeles y tendrán un proyecto que completar.
Si bien todo es una sorpresa cada día, algunos ejemplos podrían ser un viaje a un estudio de sonido, donde a los jóvenes se les enseña cómo producir una canción o un anuncio de servicio público escribiéndolo, grabándolo y editándolo. Al final del día, habrán completado un proyecto y habrán experimentado de primera mano lo que es tener una carrera en este campo.
ENLACE DE SOLICITUD para aquellos que han asistido al campamento antes. Si no está en nuestra base de datos, comuníquese con nosotros o llame al 626-683-0800 para obtener más información o para registrarse en nuestro sistema.
Todos los campistas necesitarán un examen físico dentro del año posterior al campamento. Los campistas que sean VIH+ necesitarán un examen físico dentro de los 6 meses posteriores al campamento. TODOS los campistas deberán hacerse una prueba de tuberculosis dentro de 1 año del campamento.
Todos los formularios para campistas se pueden encontrar aquí.
Camp Programs
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Family Camp 2024: FALL - DATE COMING SOON
Camp Laurel’s Family Camp program offers a unique opportunity for families to come together away from the stresses and isolation associated with HIV/AIDS. Parents with their children are welcome to participate together! Based on the belief that families play an essential role in the emotional, physical and social development of children, this program focuses on strengthening the family unit, while creating an environment that helps to foster peer support groups. This year, family camp will be a unique experience in-person. Join us and be a part of the magic! The program is for children 3-17 immediately affected by HIV/AIDS and their parents / legal guardians. Participants are placed in cabin groups by gender identity and age. For more information on how to apply contact our Outreach Coordinator or call 626-683-0800.
Day Programs
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We will hold in-person events safely and with any necessary modifications. Please contact our Outreach Coordinator to RSVP.
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Holiday Party 2024: December 8th
Our annual Holiday Party is a beloved tradition where families can get together to enjoy holiday crafts and activities, play games and win prizes, and receive gifts for the children in their family. Last year our holiday party was a really big hit and made sure that all the safety protocols were being performed to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our staff and families. For more information on this event reach out to our Outreach Coordinator.
PAC Partnership
The Laurel Foundation is proud to partner with PAC of UCLA to better serve our youth. PAC hosts day camp mentorships, beach days, tutoring sessions, life skills retreats, and many more activities to help our youth and children grow and become the leaders of tomorrow. Mentors from UCLA will lead youth through fun activities that strengthen friendship bonds, improve mental health, and improve self esteem! What is PAC?
PAC put together amazing Youtube videos designed to keep kids and families active, creative, and positive. Check out their videos here!
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