Agency Details:

The mission of Camp Good Days and Special Times is to be internationally recognized as the premier service organization that enriches the lives of children and families whose lives have been touched by cancer and other life challenges.

Description:
Camp Good Days offers a camping experience and more to children and their families whose lives have been touched by cancer. In addition to week-long summer camping sessions we also offer year-round activities, programs and support to those coping with cancer.

History:
The story of the inspiration behind Camp Good Days and Special Times is a very important part of this organization. It all began in 1979, when Gary Mervis’ nine-year-old daughter, Teddi, was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. In an effort to bring joy into the life of Teddi and other children with cancer, Gary organized the first overnight summer camping session of Camp Good Days and Special Times. At camp, the children were given the opportunity to concentrate on being kids and leave the never-ending cycle of doctors, medicines, and treatments behind them for one enchanted week. Gary perceived that most camps either would not accept children with life threatening diseases, or they did not have the facilities to accommodate their unique needs. Teddi was able to swim, sing and smile with her fellow campers for the first two summers at Camp Good Days and Special Times. When she died in February of 1982, she left behind many friends and family who loved her deeply. They would perpetuate her legacy of hope and joy, by dedicating themselves to creating a camp where children with cancer are given the equal opportunity to live their childhoods to the fullest extent possible.

Contact person: Lisa Donato, Regional Director, (phone), (email)

Address:

6430 Transit Road, Suite 200 Depew, NY 14043 (See a map)

Directions:

We are located directly across from Salvatore's Italian Gardens Restaurant. We are South of Genesee and North of Walden Ave.