Camp Cares – VetCares

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CampCares™

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Peer-Led Reintegration with Real Accountability and Lasting Stability.

A structured, non-clinical immersion experience designed to bridge the gap between short-term stabilization and long-term real-world reintegration.

Who We Serve

• Veterans
• Surviving spouses & Gold Star families
• Community Heroes: Firefighters, law enforcement, and First Responders
• Mission-driven corporate leaders

The 5-Pillars of Growth

1. Relational — Builds trust, connection, and peer accountability.
2. Financial — Strengthens budgeting mindset and housing stability.
3. Identity — Clarifies purpose and post-service direction.
4. Leadership — Reinforces self-leadership and servant leadership.
5. Wellness – Ensures physical, medical, and mental resilience.

2025

2024

2023

2022

Program Cost - $8,500 per participant

Cost Includes

• Pre-Immersion Virtual Preparation
• Facilitated small-group peer cohort experience
• Roundtrip airfare and travel coordination
• Local transportation during immersion
• Lodging during the live immersion
• Group meals during immersion
• Staff and peer coaching support
• All immersion activity fees
• Program materials and guided exercises
• 4-week post-program integration support
• 12-month CampCares Social Tribe™ membership
• Up to 12 months of HUD-Approved Financial & Housing Counseling

True Program ValueThe estimated full cost to deliver CampCares™ is $10,000–$12,000 per participant.

Note:Through philanthropic underwriting and sponsorship support, participants pay only a portion of the total program cost.

Financial Hardship GrantsUp to $3,000 in needs-based grant support may be available toward the $8,500 participant program cost. Grant funding is limited and subject to availability.

“Choose growth. Invest in yourself. The cost of staying the same is far greater.”

THE 4-Phase Immersion Experience

• Phase I: Preparation (Virtual)

Guided reflection, journaling, and peer introductions.

• Phase II: Live Immersion (3-Day Immersion + 2 Travel Days)

Facilitated peer cohort, leadership evolutions, and structured activities.

• Phase III: Integration (4 Weeks)

Weekly check-ins and implementation support.

• Phase IV: CampCares Social Tribe™ (12 Months)

Alumni engagement and accountability, with HUD-Approved Financial & Housing Counseling included.