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Camp New Friends Contact Information Request an Apppointment     Email This Page Print This Page           Camp New Friends A Fun, Supportive Environment for Kids with Neurofibromatosis Camp New Friends (CNF) offers children and teens with neurofibromatosis (ages 7-15), seven days and six nights of summer fun and social connections. CNF is sponsored by Children's National Medical Center in collaboration with Neurofibromatosis, Inc. Camp New Friends and all of the camps developed by Children’s National Medical Center serve to reduce the stigma and isolation that is often associated with neurological disorders and chronic health conditions. The camps also provide parents with respite. For several years, these condition specific camps have proven to be an effective way for children to learn more about their condition and to develop adaptive behaviors. At all of Children’s Camps – Connect, New Friends and Great Rock – children learn from peers and adult volunteers who live effectively with these same health conditions and are offered hope for the future. The camps allow children ages 7 to 16 to: establish social connections obtain emotional support from others (children and adults) with the same condition learn to understand their disorder and manage it effectively build self-advocacy, self-worth and gain independence Campers participate and choose from activities including hiking, arts and crafts, canoeing, team sports, a low and high ropes confidence course, camp Olympics, swimming, yoga and drama. Support groups and educational programs promote knowledge, skill development and social connections. At CNF, children and teens gain a better understanding of their condition, strengths and self-worth. Camp Dates: July 13 - 19, 2008 Location: Buckeystown, MD Download the Camp New Friends Brochure Request a Camp New Friends Registration Packet. Please include your name, mailing address and preference of how you would like to receive the packet, electronically or by mail. Back to Top