Embers of Resilience: Project:Camp’s Embrace
Beneath the guise of a vibrant kid’s camp, Project:Camp in Los Angeles conceals a profound mission that heals the invisible wounds of young hearts.
Every child at this sanctuary has been scarred by the devastating wildfires. Among them, 9-year-old Rose McCabe, whose Altadena school lies in ruins, its sign a poignant relic.
“It was so sad,” Rose confides, her voice tinged with trepidation. “I wonder where we’ll go to school now.”
Saffron Skarbek, a fourth-grader, escaped the flames but witnessed the destruction firsthand. “We try to move on,” she admits, “but sometimes we just need to talk.”
Project:Camp becomes a lifeline for communities in the wake of disaster. Its trauma-informed approach weaves threads of healing throughout the camp’s playful facade.
“Our kids process through play and conversation,” explains Ozzie Barron, co-founder and deputy director. “It’s a safe space where they can express their emotions.”
For Rose’s mother, Karen McCabe, the camp provides much-needed solace. “They need normalcy and connection,” she says. “Project:Camp gives me hope that these resilient kids will find their path forward.”
Like embers glowing in the darkness, Project:Camp ignites a beacon of hope, illuminating the resilience within the hearts of young survivors. It is a testament to the power of play, community, and the indomitable spirit that will carry these children through adversity and beyond.
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