Venango VNA Foundation

Hope for the Holidays (Bereavement Camp for Youth)
2022-11-05 08:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Two Mile Run County Park, Franklin, 16323, United States
Have you been touched by grief?
Join us for a nonprofit bereavement camp to help children 6-17 years of age who are grieving the loss of a loved one.
Small group discussions – crafts – nature walk.
$5 Registration fee (financial help is available).
Seating is limited – reserve a seat for your child by contacting Jennifer Horn at 814-437-0341 or via email at hornj3@upmc.edu

Adult Bereavement Support Group
2023-09-14 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-10-12 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-11-09 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-12-14 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-01-11 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-02-08 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-04-11 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-09 17:00 - 18:00 | Venango VNA Foundation, 491 Allegheny Blvd, Franklin, PA, 16323, United States

Adult Bereavement Support Group
2024-03-14 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-06-13 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-07-11 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-08-08 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-09-12 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-10-10 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-11-14 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-12 17:00 - 18:00 and 7 more dates | Venango VNA Foundation, 491 Allegheny Blvd, Franklin, PA, 16323, United States
Join us on the Second Thursday of each month for our Adult Bereavement Support Group from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Lunch & Learn at UPMC Northwest
2024-04-09 11:00 - 13:30 | UPMC Northwest, 100 Fairfield Drive, Seneca, PA, 16346, United States
Join us for our “Lunch and Learn” at UPMC Northwest. Open to the public.
Speaker/Topic: TBD
Date: April 9th, 2024.
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Annual Memorial Service
2024-09-05 18:00 - 19:00 | PA
Our Annual Memorial Service.
Place: TBD
Time: 6:00 p.m.

Navigating the Journey
2024-10-29 18:00 - 19:30 | Oakland United Methodist Church, 1431 State Route 428, Oil City, PA, 16301, United States
Join us for a discussion and education on navigating the journey of life.
Important information, tips, and tools for end of life or final arrangements. Who to call and what to ask. Get the opportunity to speak with some of our local experts and start your planning today.
Program 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. with light refreshments and opportunity for discussion until 7:30 p.m.

Hope for the Holidays
2024-11-09 08:30 - 13:00 | Two Mile Run County Park, Franklin, 16323, United States
HAS YOUR CHILD BEEN TOUCHED BY GRIEF?
JOIN US FOR A NONPROFIT BEREAVEMENT DAY CAMP. OPEN TO ANY CHILD AGED 6 – 17 YEARS OF AGE.
HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAY IS A DAY OF HELPING CHILDREN OVERCOME GRIEF IN A SUPPORTIVE AND SAFE ENVIRONMENT. CHILDREN MAKE NEW FRIENDS, EXPRESS THEIR FEELINGS AND SHARE MEMORIES WITH OTHERS WHO HAVE HAD SIMILAR EXPERIENCES.
Children will be encouraged to create memories of their loved ones through crafts projects. We will provide a light breakfast as well as a catered Holiday meal.
$5 Registration Fee (Financial help is available.)
Please RSVP before November 1, 2024. Seating is limited. Call (814) 437-0341 to be sure you are registered.

Annual Camp Good Grief
2025-06-12 08:00 - 15:30 | Senece Hills Bible Camp, 276 Damascus Rd., Polk, PA, 16342, United States
The Visiting Nurses Association of Venango County is pleased to invite your child(ren) to participate in our Annual Camp Good Grief program, sponsored by our Venango VNA Foundation. As the largest bereavement camp in Venango County, Camp Good Grief provides a day of healing strictly for children and teens who are grieving the death of a loved one.
Please join us at 8:00 am on Thursday, June 12th, at Seneca Hills Bible Conference (276 Damascus Rd. Polk, PA 16342). The day will be filled with activities such as coping with grief workshops, crafts, and ziplining through the woods! The camp will conclude with a memorial service ending at 3:30 pm.
We are excited to host Camp Good Grief at Seneca Hills Bible Conference, where we will utilize their facility to the fullest. From ziplining to climbing the rock wall, there will be activities for everyone. This year’s theme is “Shine a light on Grief,” where we will share memories of our loved ones and gain tools to use in our grief.
Price: TBD
Register: Must register by May 31st, 2025.
The campers will have an opportunity to learn more about grief, learn to grow beyond their losses, and participate in many group activities. Each camper will be assigned to a small group of campers of similar ages, along with adult volunteer counselors in each group who will be responsible for them. All staff and volunteer counselors have mandated clearances on file.
Please don’t hesitate to call if you have any questions or would like additional information. You can contact us at 814-432-6555.

Camp Explore - Ages 6 - 17 Years Old
2025-08-08 09:00 - 13:00 | Two Mile Run County Park, Franklin, 16323, United States
Venango VNA Foundation Camp Explore
Join us for a day camp and explore your feelings on grief. Open to any child ages 6-17 who has lost a loved one.
A fun day of activities and reinforcement of healthy coping with grief and loss.
Please call Jenn Horn @ (814) 437-0341 for more information or to obtain an application!
When: Friday, August 8th, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.
Where: Two Mile Run County Park, 471 Beach Road, Franklin, PA 16323
