One Step Programs serve children (ages 5 - 19+) who have been diagnosed with cancer, and some specialty camps such as Sibling Camp and Family Camp, which also serves family members. The programs are designed to allows children diagnosed with cancer to bond with each other, and form relationships with their peers in a non-hospital setting. The largest program (Summer Camp) runs for two weeks in July. Programs include water sports, crafts, audio/visual and outdoor camping. There are 11 One Step programs that run throughout the year, and they vary in length.
More information can be found at www.onestepcamp.org

Financial Assistance Available

No child has ever been turned away from camp for being unable to pay

At Summer Camp, food will be served by the staff of Conference Point. The food is served in a dining hall and cafeteria style with several food choices at every meal. At other programs, the meal service is similar.

Children’s Oncology Services, Inc. is a leader in providing empowering, supportive, educational and fun experiences for children (5-19) who have been diagnosed with cancer. We are the only local organization to offer 11 different programs throughout the year serving children and families who live in Illinois, Wisconsin and throughout the Midwest. Thanks to our 350 annual volunteers, including medical professionals, children who are in different stages of treatment have the ability to attend our One Step Programs. Over the last 38 years our organization has served more than 13,000 campers.

We exist to heal scars that no one can see such as fear, isolation, depression, lack of support and no longer fitting in. Through community, support and shared experiences with peers, we deliver happy, pain free medicine called “camp.”