Respite Camp For Caregivers

ASHFORD — A special one-week respite for grandparents, great-aunts, and great-uncles who are now caring for their young relatives has been scheduled at Camp Connri. The week of August 3–9 has been set aside to give caregivers a week of “vacation” while their 7–11- year-old kin are enjoying a week of camping on the same beautiful campus.

Camp Connri, run by The Salvation Army, is a 25-year old, 272-acre camp site where campers enjoy swimming, fishingand boating in a 50-acre lake, arts and crafts, recreation of all kind, great food, and comfortable lodging.

This special week has been held for three years, and provides an opportunity for rest, fun, fellowship and support to families who are now experiencing “parenting, the second time around.” Relative caregivers, particularly grandparents, are one of the fastest-growing populations, and the economic and psychological impact that comes with becoming a second-time caregiver puts a great strain on families.

“Second-time around support groups are more well known in larger cities, but these groups and information for people in more rural areas are not as prevalent. This camp gives caregivers a chance to meet other adults in similar circumstances and get the support they need,” says Joyce Kristof, one of the camp’s coordinators.

For more information on fees and applications call 860-543-8400.