Camp Simcha
Camp Simcha
151 West 30th Street
Third Floor
New York, NY 10001
212.465.1300
877 CHAI LIFE
Camps
Each summer, 400 seriously ill children are treated to unforgettable, medically supervised overnight camp experiences at Camp Simcha, for children battling cancer and other hematological illnesses, and Camp Simcha Special, for children with debilitating chronic conditions. At Camp Simcha and Camp Simcha Special, children and teens trade hospital rooms and doctors’ offices for fun, friendship, and hope for the future. Campers enjoy traditional camp activities in fully handicapped-accessible facilities. Talent shows, concerts, and helicopter, hot-air, and motorcycle rides make every day super-special. Campers return home reinvigorated, with deep friendships and happy memories to help them travel the rough road ahead.
About us:
Chai Lifeline’s guiding principles are
* That seriously ill children need and deserve as happy and normal a childhood as possible;
* That illness affects each member of the family;
* That the well-being of an ill child is impacted by the well-being of his or her family;
* That pediatric illness can have a devastating financial effect on families.
With this in mind, Chai Lifeline strives to
* Find ways to bring joy to the lives of our young patients and their families through creative, innovative, and effective family-centered programs, activities, and services;
* Engender hope and optimism in children, families, and communities;
* Educate and involve communities in caring for ill children and their families;
* Provide unparalleled support throughout the child’s illness, recovery, and beyond;
* Offer all services free of charge to ensure that every family has access to the programs it needs;
* Embody the ideals of compassion, kindness, and caring for others inherent in Jewish culture and life.
© 2009 Chai Lifeline
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