‘Hole’ Lotta Healing On-Site Updates From Connecticut to Maryland, Camp continues to bring families together. Ashford welcomed 985 participants for summer sessions, while Family Camps across both locations served 974 participants so far this year. In Connecticut, families enjoyed fall adventures during peak foliage season, including a dedicated Spanish-speaking Family Camp. In Queenstown, families gathered along the Wye River for fishing, dancing, archery and sunset wagon rides. Families are making memories, building connections and finding a community that truly understands.
Outreach activities The magic and healing reach far beyond our Camp gates! Our Hospital Outreach Program has delivered 24,300 interactions so far this year, from a Renaissance Day Faire at Children’s National to fall celebrations at hospitals and clinics across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Meanwhile, Family Outreach has provided 121 offerings to 2,392 campers, siblings, parents and caregivers, from virtual campfires and Caregiver Cabin Chats to a Patriots Hall of Fame visit and an adaptive climbing adventure. Each moment helps families rediscover hope, joy and belonging.
“This is us Time” When Ethan was diagnosed with FOP, an ultra-rare bone disease, his family’s everyday life changed in ways they never imagined. At Hole in the Wall’s Maryland location, they found something they had been missing: the chance to set worries aside, reconnect and simply enjoy being together. Hear Ethan’s parents share how Camp gave their family the gift of time together, new experiences and a community of understanding. “There’s a comfort in knowing that everybody here knows about FOP, and everybody here is experienced in it in some way. I think it has helped me remember that while Ethan has limitations, there’s also a lot that he can do. And we need to remember that and allow him to do what he can while he can.” “I knew Camp was going to be great, but I didn’t think it was going to be this great. I think a big part of it is requiring us to disconnect from regular life and be more present with each other.” Scan here to hear Ethan’s parents share their full story.
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