Children
Summers at Father Joe ’ s Villages
For many children , summer is an exciting time . The possibility of fun and adventure , the freedom from school responsibilities , and the long , warm days make the summer months extra special . Unfortunately , not all children have access to the summer activities that make the season so special . While their peers are busy making summer memories of family vacations , lazy days at the pool , campfires and the great outdoors , children living with the realities of homelessness likely will not have these stories to share when they return to school .
That is why , each summer the Therapeutic Childcare team at Father Joe ’ s Villages brings hope and normalcy into the lives of children in need through the program ’ s annual Summer Camps . During the summer months , the Therapeutic Childcare program transforms into an engaging and fun Summer Camp for children of all ages staying in Father Joe ’ s Villages ’ shelters and housing programs . Through educational and fun summer activities including safe trips into the community , art and
80 GBSAN . COM | JULY 2022