Camp is such a blast! We have four days and three nights in Yosemite, thanks to the collaborative effort with the Central California Conference of Seventh Day Adventists. Camp provides fun, relaxation, and exploring of the great outdoors.....oh, my gosh, and so much more! And of course, extraordinary campers and volunteers!

We average over 120 campers ranging in age from very little to well beyond their sixties...all of them affected and some of them infected. Camp Care proves to be a powerful and emotional experience. It provides a sanctuary for children and their families who are struggling with the reality of HIV/AIDS. Through it all, the heartbeat of the weekend is pure, unconditional love and fun!

The weekend absolutely can not happen without the commitment and enthusiasm of over 50+ volunteers who start the weekend early Thursday and go nonstop until Sunday evening...each of them contributing expertise, talent, and love. All of us during the weekend - parents, children, grandparents, foster parents, guardians, and staff - learn from each other. I find new strength and courage from the families. You see, these families know the taste of terror as well as the promise of hope. I am always so proud of them for making the effort to participate with us at camp....they are the best!

I thank all those involved for honoring the dignity and humanity of the campers with compassion and care. We are grateful for those that support Camp Care. Once again we were reminded that laughter really is the best medicine!

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