Topic: Research
Recognizing the Importance of Mental Health & Wellness at SeriousFun Camps
Every meaningful camp experience had by a SeriousFun camper is made possible by not only supporting their medical and physiological needs but their psychosocial and emotional needs as well. In 2023, we…
How Can Camps Track Progress Towards Their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Goals?
Dr. Allison Dymnicki, principal senior associate at Abt Global, and Dr. Ann Gillard, research director at SeriousFun Children’s Network The What? SeriousFun Children’s Network camps and programs support the idea…
Study Reveals Improved Sense of Purpose in Medical Volunteers
NORWALK, CT (November 9, 2023) SeriousFun Children’s Network (SeriousFun), the leading network of medical specialty camps in the world, has released a new report offering unique insight into the potential of medical…
Research On The Impact and Benefits of SeriousFun Camps and Programs
Participating in a SeriousFun camp or program, even for just one week, can profoundly change the life and future of a child living with a serious medical condition. As members of the…
NEW OUTCOMES STUDY: The Lasting Impact of SeriousFun Camps
Ever since the first SeriousFun camp opened in 1988, camps and programs have had lasting and positive impacts on the children and families who participate in them.
Resilience & The Importance of Camp
Camp offers experiences that increase a camper’s resilience and sense of self.
Study Highlights Lasting Impact of SeriousFun Camps
In 2018, The American Camp Association (ACA) and the University of Utah worked with SeriousFun to carry out a Youth Impact Study to understand the long-term learning outcomes of the camp experiences on children living with serious illnesses who attended a SeriousFun camp.
For Children Living With HIV, It’s More Than Just Camp
Learn how SeriousFun is working with partners to impact the lives of campers in low-resource areas around the world.