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ProgramsOnce again in 2004, the David L. Fisher Foundation is honored and excited to be working closely with One Step At A Time programs of the Children's Oncology Services of Illinois, Inc. (a 501c3501(c)(3) not for profit organization). The One Step at a Time mission is to give children and adolescents with cancer and leukemia as many normal childhood experiences as possible, especially summer camp. One Step At A Time Summer Camp... 27 Years and Growing July 2004 marked the 27th season of Camp One Step At A Time, held at the Aurora University/George Williams Lake Geneva Campus in Williams Bay, Wisconsin. The Wisconsin woods, the warm waters of Lake Geneva and the camaraderie of other campers provide the perfect setting for an exciting experience. Summer Camp is something the kids look forward to all year. It is a safe and happy place where children who may have restrictions during the year because of physical disabilities or medical treatment can enjoy the great outdoors, share similar experiences with friends, old and new, learn new skills and most importantly, just be kids.In the Beginning Since 1978, more than 4,500 children ages 7 to 20 years old, primarily from Illinois, Wisconsin, and Northern Indiana, with cancer or leukemia, have participated in one or two-week camping sessions. This is possible because of the thousands of supporters who give generously of their time, service, supplies, and funds. In 1978, Children's Oncology Services of Illinois established the One Step At A Time Summer Camp for children with cancer and leukemia, the second camp of its kind in the U. S. Since the, Summer Camp has expanded from a one-week program repeated each summer to eight separate programs held during two consecutive weeks in July of each year. Programs are planned around children's age groups and interests. Physicians, nurses, medical technicians, and other health professionals donate their time and energy to One Step At A Time programs. Some participate as members of the care giving team, while others function as primary cabin counselors. For all of these volunteers, camp provides a relaxed setting where they can interact with the children socially, as friends and mentors as well as caregivers. Volunteers include those who have had direct experience with childhood cancer and leukemia in their own families or among friends. Camp gives these dedicated volunteers an opportunity to apply their special perspective and sensitivity to campers' physical and emotional needs.Can't Wait for Camp! The eight camp programs are:
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