Texas community resource
Family Camps
Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS)
Family camp weekends combine peer groups, family groups, outdoor activities, communication, and bonding for families grieving a military loved one.
How to get help
Review the Youth Programs event listings for a scheduled Family Camp and follow the event registration process. Email [email protected] with questions or call 800-959-8277 for help connecting with TAPS.
Who this service helps
Families with a child age 5 and enrolled in kindergarten through a teenager under 19 or enrolled in high school who is grieving a family member who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Young-adult children may attend when another child meets the age criteria, and household family members not actively grieving may also participate.
Where this service is available
Service area: National event-based program open to eligible East Texas military-survivor families, including residents of the eight assigned counties; camp locations and dates vary.
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Location and contact
Source and verification
Source: Public-source listing
About this service
TAPS Family Camps are planned throughout the year for bereaved military families. Participants meet in peer and family groups and take part in traditional camp activities such as water activities, ropes challenges, zip lining, and campfires, creating opportunities to strengthen communication, understanding, support, and family bonds.
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