Wichita Falls grief camp empowers teens to process loss
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — They say healing isn't one size fits all, and that's the approach a local grief camp is taking this week.
This camp is giving teens the space to process loss in powerful and creative ways. Camp Grin Again is a weeklong camp for kids who have had a death loss of some sort.
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Today's camp activities mixed expression, empowerment and mindfulness. From jiu jitsu to art projects, it was all about helping teens find their strength, while honoring their grief.
Campers first took part in hands on art activities designed to distract and help them express themselves. Next, the teens gathered for a self-defense focused jiu jitsu session, learning how to ground themselves, build confidence, and find a physical outlet to work through emotions. There was even a yoga session helping teens relax.
Teen camper, Giada has been coming for 2 years and says it's helped provide her with tools to process her grief.
'I have lost one of my family members. I thought it would be a good idea for me to just go to a camp where they would help me cope with this and find better ways of controlling my emotions, instead of exploding, I can calmly share it with someone else who would understand what I'm feeling,' Giada said.
Each activity is different, but the mission is the same, helping teens find peace and strength.
Camp Grin Again runs all week, free of charge at Hospice of Wichita Falls. They will be having another youth camp for younger kids aged ages 5-12 in July.
For more information or if you'd like to donate or partner: Camp Grin Again Camps 2025
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