Furry Farewells: A Show-and-Tell Workshop for Kids
This workshop is designed for children and adolescents, (ages 6-12), who are coping with the loss of a beloved pet. Using a show-and-tell format, participants will first engage in creative activities to honor their pets and then share their creations and stories in a supportive environment. This interactive approach encourages emotional expression, fosters connection with peers, and provides a space for healing through shared experiences.
The Retreat at Quarters Lake8890 Quarters Lake Rd., Baton Rouge, LA
Date: Apr. 5
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Facilitator: Jacki Lorio, BSW, MSW, LMSW
*This group is free to attend, but registration is required.
Camp Conquer: Grief Support for Children and Teens in Our Community
Camp Conquer offers children, ages 6 to 12, the opportunity to identify, express, and, most importantly, conquer their emotions through activities designed to guide them through the grief process. Each day, children are grouped by age, allowing counselors to provide tailored activities and guidance. Since Camp Conquer operates entirely on community and volunteer support, it is free of charge for all attendees. Camp Conquer provides support to children in healthy and effective ways in that allows children to express their emotions freely in a way that fosters healing.
Kids Camp (ages 6-12):
June 23-27 | 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Circle Crew Teen Camp (ages 13-17):
July 30 - Aug. 1 | 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Camp Conquer is more than just a camp—it’s a safe space to identify, express, and conquer grief through healing activities.
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.
Club Conquer
Club Conquer is a group for kids ages 6-12 that offers a safe space for children to express their feelings and cope with the loss of a loved one through age-appropriate activities and discussions. The group focuses on helping children understand and process their grief while fostering emotional expression through creative outlets like art, play, and storytelling. With guidance from facilitators, the group helps children feel less isolated in their grief and builds a sense of community and support among peers facing similar challenges.
Coming Soon.
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.”
