JTeen’s Summer Camp Well-being Campaign

JTeen is set to address emotional challenges campers may experience with a ‘Summer Camp Campaign’ on Sunday, July 9th at Ner Yisroel Hall (8.30pm).

With the school holidays around the corner and teenagers planning adventures at camps JTeen has launched an initiative to promote mental health and well-being in camps across the UK.

Summer camps are often a time of fun, relaxation and high-octane activities for teenagers. But in the past two summers JTeen’s text and phone support service has seen a rise in teens reaching out for assistance with camp-related challenges. Issues range from general anxiety to homesickness and bullying to difficulties in forming friendships and safeguarding concerns.

To address any issues JTeen is expanding its summer campaign to provide guidance and support.

JTeen is offering madrich/madricha training for camp counsellors and leaders. Parents will also have an opportunity to receive guidance on preparing children for summer camps.

Expert therapist Alli Sturgess and clin ical psychologist Emma Citron will share their expertise in the final instalment of JTeen’s summer series of parental events. The duo are offering tips to concerned parents on a variety of topics including bullying, homesickness, friendships, peer pressure, and conflict.

In a pioneering move, building on the success of a winter camp pilot project, JTeen are providing qualified therapists throughout the summer to advise camp leaders and safeguarding leads.

Availability of therapists reduces the prevalence of emotional health problems on camps.

JTeen has also developed a comprehensive camper well-being guide, incorporating expert professional input, which can be utilised by campers and parents. The guide offers tips and strategies to ensure the camp experience remains positive and enriching.

Therapist and founder of JTeen, Yaakov Barr, expressed the organisation’s commitment to supporting teenagers and creating memorable summer

He said: “JTeen is widely recognised as a leading provider of emotional support for teenagers. We want to make sure the summer camp experiences are memorable for the right reasons. The data we gather from phone and text services allows us to respond to issues and trends. Last summer there was a spike in teens reaching out to us. This proactive program will benefit campers and parents.”

JTeen’s summer camp campaign demonstrates the organisation’s dedication to promoting mental health and well-being among teens. By providing guidance, support and qualified therapists, JTeen strives to create a safe and enriching environment for campers.

For information or to sign up for the program contact JTeen at admin@jteen. co.uk