Irish Cancer Society Bereavement Camps at Barretstown

for families who have lost a parent to cancer.  Allow families reconnect, find support, learn coping skills, have an adventure and meet others. 

Free Three-Day Family Bereavement Camp

The Irish Cancer Society in partnership with Barretstown are hosting a weekend away for families to reconnect, find support, learn coping skills, have an adventure and meet others. 

Our next camp is on the 26th to 28th of September 2025.

Download the application form here.

You can also contact caya@irishcancer.ie or families@barretstown.org for more information.

“A magical safe haven that wraps you in a virtual blanket and smothers you in a good way with love and support.”

— Parent, Autumn 2023

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