A safe, residential camping experience for children with epilepsy full of fun, nature-oriented activities that help promote self-esteem, self-confidence, independence and long-lasting friendships
Camp costs are covered through your generous donations and other fundraising methods.
Session Lengths
Food/Nutritional Notes:
1 Week Session
Not Available
Session Information
Camp Coelho 2011 will be held on the week of August 7 - 12
More About Camp
Camp Coelho provides a safe, residential camping experience for children with epilepsy full of fun, nature-oriented activities that help promote self-esteem, self-confidence and independence as well as build long-lasting friendships.
Camp Coelho takes place at the Wawona Dome by the Merced River. The beautiful, natural setting is 35 acres of land surrounded by Yosemite National Park
Each camper must have a primary diagnosis of epilepsy and be on some form of anti-convulsant therapy during camp.
Staff from the Epilepsy Foundation of Northern California, Greater Los Angeles, and San Diego County will attend for the duration of camp. Additionally, a psychologist and a number of epileptologists and nurses will be on-site 24 hours a day. Camp Coelho counselors are selected for their experience and enthusiasm for working with young children. All counselors receive special training in seizure recognition and first aid. There is 1 counselor for every 2 campers.
If you have questions or would like to apply to attend, please contact the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Los Angeles at 1-800-564-0445.
