Welcome to the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chapter of Camp Bluebird

Sometimes the best treatment for cancer
can be just swapping stories around the campfire.


**Update: The next Camp Bluebird will be March 14-16, 2008. Applications will be available starting January 18, 2008 for campers, counselors, and workers. You have three options for your applications: 1. Print and mail it 2. Print and bring your application to The Regional Cancer Center at Singing River Hospital 3. Pick-up an application at Singing River Hospital lobby, Ocean Springs Hospital lobby or the Regional Cancer Center lobby.**
 

Twice a year, adult cancer survivors gather at Camp Bluebird for a 3-day, 2-night experience that’s unlike any other part of their treatment regimen.

In a setting of great natural beauty, Campers can relax, slow down, and gain new insights by sharing their experiences with others who are living with cancer.

Campers participate in group activities aimed at helping everyone focus on coping with change. These sessions include such topics as:

  • Lifestyle adjustments
     

  • Family support: How to give it and take it
     

  • Assessing non-medical needs and how to meet them
     

  • Educational assistance for medically related concerns
     

  • Managing cancer treatments and their side effects
     

  • Nutritional information
     

  • Creative outlets through arts and crafts activities


 

The MGC Chapter of Camp Bluebird is sponsored by The Regional Cancer Center at
 Singing River Hospital System