Juvenile Arthritis

Testimonials

The juvenile arthritis staff at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center and the staff of Joy Outdoor Education Center know that Camp Wekandu is a great place. The best way to find out just how great Camp Wekandu is to see what people who actually went there have to say.

Camper Pics

Smiles this big are the result of a great time at Camp Wekandu.

Smiles this big are the result of a great time at Camp Wekandu.

Being able to act goofy with friends is one of the perks of Camp Wekandu.

"Being able to act goofy with friends is one of the perks of Camp Wekandu."

  • "I learned that other kids have diseases like mine; I don't feel left out."
    Kristen
  • "It is the best camp alive."
    Alexandra
  • "[I] always dreamed of a camp like this."
    Parent of Kyle
  • "She did exchange a lot with other campers about feelings, expressing and interpreting pain, listening to her body."
    Mother of Jessie
  • "[She] made a commitment for better exercise and to go to the YMCA! Great!"
    Mother of Heather
  • "I think the camp is a wonderful experience for kids with JRA. Not only are they learning things but [also] are making new friends who can understand what each other go through. I would send my daughter to camp again in a second."
    Parent of Chelsey

Contact Us

For more information about Camp Wekandu, Pam Heydt or Alverna Jenkins, Special Treatment Center, 513-636-4676.