Fall Family Camp
Thirty families enjoyed a weekend away at Camp Twin Lakes. On Friday night, Camp Twin Lakes staff led us in activities to help families get to know one another. This was followed by an ice cream social and time to play family board games.
Saturday morning was filled with educational workshops. In partnership with the National Hemophilia Foundation (NHF), workshops covering a variety of topics were offered, including a workshop titled, "The Art of Speaking Up," which offered insight and sample scenarios on how to educate others in the community, school, and the workplace about bleeding disorders, and how to ask for support. The workshop "Communicating with Providers" provided the opportunity to improve communication and advocacy skills to speak more effectively with providers and secure appropriate treatment.
For our Spanish speaking guests, a workshop titled "Do You Bleed Like Me" and another workshop, “Tips to Improve Communication with Healthcare Providers,” were offered in Spanish. HoG staff led workshops including infusion training, the Clotting Game (to discover how blood works in the body), and a session on advocacy and the importance of voting.
The rest of the weekend included activities such as boating, hiking, swimming, archery, basketball, and crafts. Families competed in the family fitness challenge during the weekend. Points were earned by participating in camp activities and exercise during family camp. The family who earned the most points won a gift card.
Camp Twin Lakes staff facilitated backyard games. Check out the photos to see the fun that was had by all! Families enjoyed getting to know one another, sharing their stories, and hanging out with the HoG staff and volunteers.
