Camp Joint Venture

What is Camp Joint-Venture?

Camp Joint-Venture, sponsored by MCGHealth Children’s Medical Center, is a two-day overnight summer camp for children between the ages of six to 18 who have been diagnosed with rheumatic disease. The goal of camp is to provide children and adolescents with rheumatic disease the opportunity to participate in normal childhood activities in a summer camp setting. It also provides parents a break from caring for a child with chronic illness. They can be assured their child is safe, cared for and having fun in a safe environment.

At Camp Joint-Venture, the main focus is taken off the child’s medical needs, and placed instead on the psychosocial and developmental needs. Campers are offered the excitement and fun of traditional summer camp activities. They are also offered the unique advantage of being in an environment cared for by staff that are responsive to their special medical needs. Campers enjoy a weekend packed full of fun and adventure while learning that they are not
alone in their fight against rheumatic disease.

This year is the fifth year for Camp Joint-Venture. Children from all over the state of Georgia will be attending. Camp Joint-Venture is held at the beautiful facilities of Camp Twin Lakes in Rutledge, Georgia. Camp Twin Lakes gives children a deeper understanding of nature and allows them to share the joys of an outdoor setting that is comfortable and secure. Campers are encouraged to explore a variety of interests and activities including swimming, arts and crafts, archery, boating, biking and a multitude of sports activities.

Camp Joint-Venture is an opportunity for children to create memories that will last a lifetime. Most importantly, it is a time for kids to just be kids!

For more information: Contact Camp Director, Katie Lawhead, at 706-721-4392 or klawhead@mcg.edu.