JA Camp Counselors
AOII and the Arthritis Foundation have been partners since 1967, when arthritis became AOII’s international philanthropy. Alpha Omicron Pi chapters and members donate their time and talents, host events benefitting arthritis, and participate in runs and walks in their honor.
We’re excited to share another opportunity to support the Arthritis Foundation! Do you want to be a Camp Volunteer?
The Arthritis Foundation’s JA Camp programs take place across the United States and give kids with arthritis and related childhood rheumatic diseases the chance to make lasting memories. JA Camp brings hope and connection to kids, teens and their families.
Camp staff and volunteers strive to provide campers with a camping experience that includes traditional activities like campfires, arts and crafts, theme nights, swimming, sports, lake activities, and other activities in an environment that considers campers’ strengths and not the limitations of the camper’s disease.
Getting to know others who live with the same or similar experiences with arthritis is life-changing and helps our campers build friendships that last a lifetime. We are grateful for your willingness to share your valuable time with our campers! We look forward to an exciting and fun-filled camp session and cannot wait to meet with you to discuss your interest in joining our camp team!
Please see below for more information on serving as a JA Camp Counselor! If you are interested, contact the person listed for the camp directly, not AOII Headquarters, for more information on camp opportunities before the end of March.
JUNE CAMPS
Camp KODA
Dates: June 2 – June 5, 2024
Location: Tooele, Utah
Contact: Caitie Dailey, cdailey@arthritis.org
Virtual Session I
Dates: June 10, 12, 14, & 17, 2024
Location: ZOOM
Contact: Caitie Dailey, cdailey@arthritis.org
Camp Ache Away
Dates: June 16 – June 21, 2024
Location: Winder, Georgia
Contact: Noelle Johnson, njohnson@arthritis.org
Camp Joint Adventures
Dates: June 17 – June 21, 2024
Location: Lawson, Missouri
Contact: Caitie Dailey, cdailey@arthritis.org
JA Camp CO
Dates: June 23 – June 28, 2024
Location: Deckers, Colorado
Contact: Noelle Johnson, njohnson@arthritis.org
Camp Esperanza
Dates: July 30 – July 4, 2024
Location: Lake Hughes, California
Contact: Noelle Johnson, njohnson@arthritis.org
JULY CAMPS
Camp Milagros
Dates: July 7 – July 11, 2024
Location: Livermore, California
Contact: Caitie Dailey, cdailey@arthritis.org
Camp JRA|CHAT
Dates: July 14 – July 19, 2024
Location: Millville, Pennsylvania
Contact: Noelle Johnson, njohnson@arthritis.org
Camp Sisu
Dates: July 21 – July 26, 2024
Location: Maple Lake, Minnesota
Contact: Caitie Dailey, cdailey@arthritis.org
KATFISH Camp
Dates: July 26 – July 28, 2024
Location: Auburn, Washington
Contact: Noelle Johnson, njohnson@arthritis.org
Virtual Session II
Dates: July 29, 31. 2024
Location: ZOOM
Contact: Noelle Johnson, njohnson@arthritis.org
AUGUST CAMPS
Virtual Session III
Dates: Aug 2, 2024
Location: ZOOM
Contact: Noelle Johnson, njohnson@arthritis.org
Camp M.A.S.H
Dates: Aug. 4 – Aug. 9, 2024
Location: Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
Contact: Caitie Dailey, cdailey@arthritis.org