Welcome to Camp FACES PTSD Retreats, where the bonds of friendship flourish, families unite, and resilience blossoms. We are thrilled to offer this incredible opportunity where healing and growth takes center stage. At Camp FACES, we understand the challenges that families affected by PTSD face, and we are committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where you can find solace and strength. Here, amidst the tranquil surroundings of nature, friendships are forged, connections are deepened, and together, we navigate the journey towards healing and resilience. We look forward to welcoming you into our community, where every smile, every conversation, and every shared moment brings us closer together.
Our PTSD retreats for 2024 have concluded. We extend our deepest gratitude to all our volunteers, staff, donors and most importantly, the families who placed their trust in us and believed in the healing journey.
Registration for the 2025 retreats will open in January 2025.
Hope Is Where the Heart Is
At Camp F.A.C.E.S., we are dedicated to supporting families impacted by a serving or retired member diagnosed with PTSD. Our exclusive retreats offer a unique opportunity for these families to come together, united by a common thread of understanding and support. With the guidance of trained personnel and mental health oversight, alongside the power of peer support, participants can share their experiences, connect with others who understand, and grow in resilience. Through this journey, lifelong friendships are formed, providing a source of strength and solidarity for all who attend. Welcome to Camp F.A.C.E.S., where healing, connection, and growth await you..
What to expect at Camp F.A.C.E.S. PTSD Retreat
“Fostering a Safe Place for Hope and Healing”
Dedicated to supporting families impacted by a serving or retired member diagnosed with PTSD, our specialized retreats offer a distinctive weekend experience for these families to come together around a shared bond. With the guidance of skilled professionals, mental health oversight, and the power of peer support, participants can engage in sharing, connecting, growing, and learning, cultivating lasting friendships along the way.
We believe in the importance of the camp experience and the everlasting positive impact that Camp F.A.C.E.S. can have on the lives of our families! Welcome to a place where understanding, healing, and growth intertwine to create a supportive community where you are not alone.
Camp F.A.C.E.S. PTSD Family Retreats
Camp F.A.C.E.S. PTSD Family Retreats offer a harmonious blend of structure and choice, providing you and your family the opportunity to play, relax, rediscover, learn, and connect with other families.
Upon arrival in the late afternoon, you'll have just enough time to settle in and meet fellow families before indulging in a delicious dinner. The evening unfolds with games, a campfire, and delectable snacks, while late-night programming provides optional ways to unwind at your own pace.
Each morning presents the option to join a reflective session and/or embark on a refreshing nature walk, indulge in yoga or gentle stretching, followed by a sumptuous breakfast.
The morning and afternoon program sessions cater to a diverse age range, featuring activities such as fishing, swimming, arts and crafts, wellness sessions, and more. Younger children are accompanied to age-appropriate programs, while older kids and teens have the option to participate independently. Should you desire free time for napping or family hangouts, all sessions remain optional.
Post-dinner, engage in camp-wide activities that get families moving, including snacks, campfires, games, and even a talent show where you and your children can showcase your favorite talents or songs, reveling in lighthearted moments together.
Optional late-night programming caters to parents seeking a relaxing campfire experience. On the last day, before packing up and savoring lunch, seize the opportunity for one final round of activities, ensuring a culmination of family fun and enduring memories.
What Camp offers...
What does support cost?
What does support cost?
The Canadian Critical Incident Stress Foundation is honoured to offer this program to qualifying Canadian First Responders, Military and their families, at NO COST to them.
Food, accommodations, all activities and support are included.
Families are responsible for providing their own transportation to the camp.