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siblings. We expect our numbers to increase annually for several reasons. First, because since 1982 we have continued to increase our reach in the community, by making our programs known to the doctors and clinics who serve these children. Second, and sadly, our numbers have increased, because each year the number of children being diagnosed with these illnesses has consistently increased. CHILDREN WHOSE PARENTS HAVE CANCER… In keeping with our desire to find and serve children facing cancer, we learned there were no programs for children whose parents had cancer. Therefore, BASE Camp now offers the only programs available for these children to join others like them who have cancer or a family member facing cancer. We expect the number of children joining BASE Camp whose parents have cancer to surpass the members with a child patient because there are more parents than children, who have cancer. >> WHAT SETS BASE CAMP APART We have created innovative programs with the goal of bringing these children and families together, so that they can socialize and help each other. • • • • • • Hospital Meals Milestone parties Food Baskets Parent Support Groups Overnight Camps 2nd Wishes >> PROGRAMS AND SERVICES Food Pantry   - We collect non-perishable groceries, so that we can provide food for our families. You can help by donating food. another  once-in-a-lifetime  wish. BASE Camp created a program for those children called 2nd Wishes. Milestone Parties  - Milestone parties are requested by child-life or hospital/clinic staff to help children and families celebrate important MILESTONES along this journey. Milestones include END OF CHEMO! patient’s birthday, port surgery, sibling’s birthday, or other events while the patient is in the hospital. BASE Camp brings the dessert and balloons! Parent Support Group  - BASE Camp coordinates Parent support groups in the hospitals, clinics, and local restaurants to help parents cope through treatment and with the loss of a child. The Parent Support Group is part of our American Childhood Cancer Organization  affiliation, an International support group for parents of children with cancer. Locally, we have a  free  monthly meeting held at various locations where childcare is provided. BASE Camp - BASE Camp overnight camp is a ONE night monthly “camp” for children five to fifteen (5 to 15). We often combine an activity that the whole family is invited to attend - ALL AGES!! BASE Camp monthly OVERNIGHT CAMP is our main program, and our namesake. Like the encampments that are built as climbers climb mountains, we set up base camps locally to help the children stop, rest, eat, play, and gather with friends to gain the strength and encouragement to continue the journey and finish the climb! 650 North Wymore Rd., #103, Winter Park, FL 32789 [email protected] | 407-673-5095 © BASE Camp Children›s Cancer Foundation, Inc. BASE Camp provides year-round support for children and families in Orlando and Central Florida who are facing cancer and other hematological illnesses. BASE Camp is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization in Winter Park, Florida, U.S.A., and an affiliate of the American Childhood Cancer Organization. Hospital Meals  - BASE Camp delivers meals every WEEKDAY to one of the two local hospitals, or one of the three outpatient clinics serving pediatric cancer patients. This information was pulled off website : Second Wishes  - Hundreds of children each year have a re-occurrence of cancer. Sadly, they are not eligible for Information – Mission – program/services Please also look under gallery – Instagram for more pictures. www.basecamp.org Volume 3 • Issue 2 | 2017 11