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Camp Smile-A-Mile
Birmingham, AL, 35255
Phone: 205.323.8427
Fax: 205-323-6220
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Description
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What is Camp SAM?
Camp Smile-A-Mile (SAM) is a non-profit organization in Alabama for children who have or have had cancer. Year round programs are provided for the campers and their family at no cost.
Where is Camp SAM?
Camp SAM’s headquarters are located two blocks behind Children’s Hospital at 1510 5th Avenue South in Birmingham. However, the permanent campsite facility is called Children’s Harbor which is located on beautiful Lake Martin in Alexander City, Alabama. Children’s Harbor graciously donates the use of the campsite facility for us to use.
Why did Camp SAM start?
Before Camp SAM, children with cancer in Alabama couldn’t go to overnight camp because of chemotherapy or other medical treatments. Now, children with cancer can attend camp while receiving the medical care they need. More than 400 children participate in Camp SAM annually.
Who can go to Camp SAM?
Children up to age 18 who are current or former cancer patients can participate in Camp SAM as well as the sibling of the cancer patient. Childhood cancer survivors, ages 19-30’s can participate in the Young Adult Retreat.
Does Camp SAM need volunteers?
Yes. Each child that attends camp is assigned a volunteer counselor, who is age 19 or older. These volunteers live in the cabin with the kids, assist them at their activities, and act as a role model and mentor. Volunteer applications are available from our website, January-March of each year. Background checks are completed on all volunteer applicants and if chosen, they must complete a required camp orientation and training day prior to volunteering at camp. To read more about how to become a volunteer and volunteer needs, click on the volunteer tab at the top of the page.
Who takes care of the children’s medical needs while at camp?
Pediatric Oncology Nurses and Physicians from The Children’s Hospital in Birmingham spend the week or weekend at camp to administer the medications and tend to all their health needs. |
Details
Camp Type: |
 Residential |
Year Established: |
1985 |
Gender: |
coed |
Age of Campers: |
19-30 |
Cost/Week: |
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Activities
adventure:
- General
Sessions
(Please contact camp directly for updated session schedule.)
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
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Sunday, March 28, 2010
Camp SAM''s 25th Birthday Celebration
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Friday, May 14, 2010 - Sunday, May 16, 2010
Spring Family Camp
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Friday, June 04, 2010 - Sunday, June 06, 2010
Sibling Camp
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Monday, June 07, 2010 - Saturday, June 12, 2010
Youth Camp
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Friday, July 09, 2010 - Sunday, July 11, 2010
Jr/Sr Weekend Camp
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Monday, July 12, 2010 - Saturday, July 17, 2010
Teen Camp
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Friday, August 06, 2010 - Sunday, August 08, 2010
Young Adult Retreat
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Friday, August 20, 2010 - Sunday, August 22, 2010
Off Therapy Family Camp
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Friday, September 17, 2010 - Sunday, September 19, 2010
Fall Family Camp
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