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Home of Camp KerrySupporting Children, Youth, Adults & Families impacted by serious illness, grief & loss.
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In an ideal world nobody would lose a loved one.
For those that do, we are here to help.Upcoming Programs, Workshops & Events
Featured News
Kaleidoscope2021: Canada’s Virtual Grief Convention
Join us from November 19 – 21st while we gather virtually across the Nation as a community impacted by serious illness, grief and loss. Together we will share in three days of connection, inspired learning and hope.
100.3 KM for Quentin
On December 4th, 2021, Mike Sanborn will honour his dear friend, Quentin Liedtke, as he rows 100.3 km on an indoor rowing machine. Proceeds from this fundraiser will be used to provide supports to hundreds of children and families impacted by serious illness, grief and loss through the Lumara Grief & Bereavement Care Society.
Canadian Children’s Grief Symposium
Participants will have the opportunity to learn foundational concepts, practical tools and innovative methods that will help them to support children, youth and families who are coping with grief and bereavement in their own communities.
Workshops will be delivered by practitioners and educators from across Canada who have extensive experience and knowledge in children’s grief and bereavement care.
A Day of Indigenous Wellness: Harvesting Our Hearts & Spirits
A Virtual Wellness Gathering featuring the wisdom and lived-experiences of Indigenous Healers, Leaders, Elders and Artists.
Ideal for individuals impacted by serious illness, grief and loss and those who care for and about them.
Save the Date: Kaleidoscope 2021 – Canada’s Grief Convention
Last year, Lumara – hosted Canada’s very first grief conference, and we are so excited to announce that we will be doing it again in the fall of 2021!
Mark your calendars for Kaleidoscope 2021: A Grief Convention for Families and Professionals happening November 19-21, 2021…
An Update on Camp Kerry Family Retreats
After meetings and discussions with members of our team, including our medical advisory committee, we are feeling cautiously optimistic that adapted in-person family retreat programs will be possible by the middle of September in BC and Ontario…
Introducing Lumara Grief & Bereavement Care Society – A new name for Camp Kerry Society
NEW WESTMINSTER, June 21, 2021 – We are excited to announce the official name change of our organization to Lumara Grief & Bereavement Care Society, a name that captures the spirit, intention, and depth of care we offer for people of all ages who are coping with serious illness, grief, and bereavement…
Arts Express
A virtual Camp Kerry summer program for kids ages 9 – 13 years who are grieving the death of a loved one.
Connections: Virtual Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Groups
The loss of a pregnancy or baby can be devastating, complicated and often unrecognized–and this may be especially true during the current pandemic restrictions. Whether your loss is recent or your grief feels more powerful at this time, our Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group can help offer a sense of connection, healing and hope.
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Head Office
145 East Columbia Street
New Westminster, BC
V3L 3W2
Phone: 604-553-4663
Fax: 604-553-4664
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