A Bereavement Camp for Families, Thanks to the Generosity of Our Community

When a loved one dies, people grieve and often struggle to cope. Our Camp STARS bereavement camp for families is designed to help people understand that their feelings of loss are normal and that they are not alone. We provide a safe environment for families to meet others in similar situations and learn how to grieve in emotionally healthy ways. Family members will find the weekend filled with opportunities to express their grief in groups, bond with family members, establish new friendships and just have fun. The camps are staffed by counselors, social workers, chaplains and others who have experience working with the bereaved. Community volunteers are also integral to the Camp STARS program.
Camp STARS, founded in 1994 as the first bereavement camp of its kind in Georgia, is located 50 miles east of Atlanta on 300 beautiful acres at Camp Twin Lakes in Rutledge, Georgia. This unique facility provides a great camping experience in a nurturing, fully-accessible environment. There is no cost for camp other than a small administrative fee of $40 per family. Camp STARS relies on the generosity of The Junior League of Atlanta and other community donations to make it possible for families to attend camp regardless of their ability to pay.
How to Register and More Information
The next Camp STARS is November 5–7, 2021. Space is limited.
For more information on our bereavement camps, please call 404-869-3052.