Family Camps
Camp Quality’s Family Camps have been designed to help families impacted by cancer make precious memories together and build a valuable support network.
They give families a chance to get away and provide precious family time to reconnect. These camps also connect families with others in similar situations and forge supportive friendships and community.
Camp Quality volunteers facilitate activities and outings for families during camp and also give parents some much-needed kid-free time too.
Camp Quality is known for their entertaining, fun and safe camps for cancer patients and their families. Their Family Camps are open to:
- Families with a child with cancer who is 15 years or younger
- Parents and primary carers who have been diagnosed with cancer and have a child 15 years or younger in their household
In the past five years, over 1,800 families impacted by cancer received help and support at a Camp Quality Family Camp.
Family Camps FAQs
Who is eligible to attend Camp Quality’s Family Camps?
Family camps are for:
- Families with a child aged 15 or under facing cancer
- Households where the parent/primary carer is diagnosed with cancer and has a child 15 years or under
What types of activities are offered during the camps?
Families can enjoy a wide range of fun and engaging activities – from outdoor adventures and games to beach time, arts and crafts, and more. There’s something for everyone to enjoy together.
How do these camps support families affected by cancer?
Research shows that attending a Family Camp helps reduce feelings of isolation and strengthens family connections. Both children and parents benefit through improved social support, stronger networks, and shared joyful experiences.
How can families register or get more information about attending a camp?
Contact us via the options above and we will gladly provide you with more information.
To access support, get in touch and we'll look after the rest
About Camp Quality
Camp Quality brings positivity, fun and laughter back into the lives of kids facing cancer. Our services and programs support kids (0-15) dealing with their own cancer diagnosis, or the diagnosis of a sibling or parent.
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