1. With medical bills and such, we're strapped pretty tight. How much does camp cost?
Camp is provided completely free of charge to all children 7-17 who have, or have had cancer treated at F.A.H.C. This includes all transportation from the hospital to camp, from camp to off-camp activities, food, medical care, activities, and even clothing!
2. I'm a little scared about letting my child go away for a whole week. What can you say to convince me this is a good idea?
Talk to the medical staff at the hospital. Talk to the parents of other campers when you meet them during treatments. Talk to the kids themselves. They'll all tell you that Camp Ta-Kum-Ta has become a valuable tool in the physical and mental healing process. You might be scared now, but at the end of the week, you'll be Camp's biggest fan too!
3. What if my child needs treatment while at camp?
Our medical staff is comprised of many of the very same people you see each time you bring your child in for treatment. They know your child's needs already, and are present at camp 24/7! If an issue arises that requires further treatment, we're just 15 minutes from F.A.H.C. with transportation available to/from the hospital.
4. Will camp change my child?
We hope so. Most parents tell us that they didn't get their patient back at the end of the week, but got their child back!
More questions? Contact Jim Noyes, Personnel Director:
jimnoyes@comcast.net
802-888-5095
1621 Brook Road, Hyde Park, VT 05655