Camp Chameleon | Salisbury MD Grief Summer Camp by Coastal Hospice

A 3-Day Summer Grief Camp for Children Ages 6-12

Helping children on the Lower Eastern Shore navigate grief through connection, creativity, and compassionate support.

Presented through a partnership between Coastal Hospice and The Personal Wellness Center in Salisbury, MD

June 23–26, 2026

Registration closes May 22, 2026.

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About Camp Chameleon

Camp Chameleon is a no-cost, three-day summer camp designed for children ages 6–12 who are grieving the death of someone close to them. The camp provides a safe and supportive environment where children can express emotions, build connections, and learn healthy coping skills through age-appropriate activities and compassionate guidance.

Family Event: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 @ 5:30 p.m.

Camp Days: June 24–26, 2026
Families are encouraged to attend the closing debriefing session on Friday during the final portion of camp.

Address: 6508 Deer Pointe Drive #4C, Salisbury, MD 21804

This year’s camp is limited to 40 children to ensure meaningful and engaging experience for every camper.

Full camp details will be shared once registration is confirmed.

What Campers Experience

Our camp provides children with:

A safe and supportive space to express grief
Meaningful activities through arts and crafts, music, dance, storytelling, and companionship
Opportunities to share memories and feelings in a caring environment
Age-appropriate coping skills to support their grief journey
Connection with other children experiencing similar loss
Encouragement, comfort, and understanding from trained staff and volunteers

Included for Every Camper

Breakfast and lunch each day
Camp T-shirt
Supplies for all activities
Fun and therapeutic group experiences

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Help Children Heal Through Grief Support

If you have the ability, please consider supporting children ages 6–12 on the Lower Eastern Shore by donating to Camp Chameleon.

Camp Chameleon is provided at no cost to families thanks to the generosity of donors, community partners, grants, and volunteers.

In June 2025, we celebrated 12 years of walking alongside 37 children and their families as they navigated significant loss and grief in their lives.

“Your generous support helps Camp Chameleon continue to thrive year after year, ensuring children in our community receive comfort, connection, and healing. No gift is too small.”
— Joel Beiler, Supportive Services Team Leader

Coastal Hospice is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 52-1214775) that relies on charitable contributions to provide programs and services to patients and families throughout our community.

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Testimonial

There are so many stories of how the lives of each child were impacted during camp, but one unforgettable moment truly captured the spirit of Camp Chameleon.

One morning, the children were painting individualized canvases when a cup of water accidentally spilled onto one little girl’s artwork. As she watched, the sunset colors she had painted began blending together and transformed into the shape of a heart right before everyone’s eyes.

The room fell silent in amazement until another little girl beside her softly said:

“Wow, your Pop Pop just sent you some love.”

Moments like these happened throughout the week — reminders of healing, connection, and hope in the midst of grief.

Thank You to Our Community

We are deeply grateful to the families who trust us with their children and allow them
the opportunity to process grief and attend Camp Chameleon.

We also extend heartfelt thanks to our:

Dedicated staff
Compassionate volunteers
Generous donors
Local businesses
Community partners

Your commitment is what keeps Camp Chameleon thriving year after year.