Camp Conquer: A Place to Heal and Conquer
Camp Conquer teaches children how to identify, express, and most importantly conquer their emotions through activities that take them through the grief process. Each day, children are broken up into separate age groups so counselors can provide specialized activities and guidance.
Because the camp runs solely on donations and volunteers it is free of charge for all children that attend. It is common for parents to keep up a strong front for children to help them through a loss, but in reality, it may be healthier and more effective to allow children to express their emotions freely in a way that promotes healing.
Date: June 1st - 5th, 2026
Location:
The Retreat at Quarters Lake
8890 Quarters Lake Rd. Baton Rouge, LA
Registration Deadline:
Applications close on April 10th
Please note: Submitting an application to attend Camp Conquer does not guarantee admission. All applications will be reviewed, and acceptance is based on available space and program criteria. Applicants will be notified of their acceptance status by May 1st, 2026.
Club Conquer
Club Conquer is designed for children to offer a nurturing and secure environment where they can express their feelings and begin to understand the different facets of grief and loss.
Through age-tailored activities and discussions, the group addresses experiences such as the death of a loved one, a family member's deployment, parental incarceration, divorce, or separations due to foster care or adoption. With a focus on fostering connection and understanding, children are encouraged to explore and articulate their emotions through creative projects and interactive storytelling.
Guided by trained facilitators, this group aims to help children feel less alone and fosters a supportive community among peers facing similar challenges.
Location:
The Retreat at Quarters Lake
8890 Quarters Lake Rd., Baton Rouge
Dates: Every other Monday starting Jan. 19th
Time: 6:00 PM-7:00 PM
Ages: 8-12
Facilitator: Summer Jones, LMSW
*This group is free to attend, registration is required, & donations are appreciated.
One donation makes a difference
“When we received the donation for grief counseling specifically for children, we knew we wanted to use it as a launch pad into something greater and more meaningful,” said Catherine Schendel, CEO at The Hospice of Baton Rouge.
“It’s been incredible to see how much support we received hosting Camp Conquer and we look forward to bringing it back even bigger each year to help as many children in our community as possible.”
