What ages does Joni and Friends Family Retreat accept?

Joni and Friends Family Retreat is open to children ages up to 21. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.

How much does Joni and Friends Family Retreat cost?

Joni and Friends Family Retreat publishes $410/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Who runs Joni and Friends Family Retreat?

Joni and Friends Family Retreat is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 45 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Joni and Friends Family Retreat provide lunch?

Yes — Joni and Friends Family Retreat includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

▌ Specialty · Ages up to 21

Joni and Friends Family Retreat

Cross Pointe Camp and Retreat Center, 31434 Main Street, Rocky Mount, MO 65072 · $410/week

A Christ-centered, accessible camp experience for families affected by disability, providing spiritual refreshment...

▌ Editor's read The Joni and Friends Family Retreat in Missouri is part of a larger non-profit organization, Joni and Friends, founded by Joni Eareckson Tada in 1979. The website, www.joniandfriends.org/missouri, loads successfully and details the retreat program, which is designed for families affected by disability. The retreats are described as Christ-centered, providing spiritual encouragement, adapted activities, and fellowship. While specific Google reviews for the Missouri retreat were not readily available, the broader Joni and Friends organization has a 4.9-star rating from over 1.2K reviews on Google, with many praising its impactful ministry and support for families. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. The program type is overnight, as families stay at the Cross Pointe Camp and Retreat Center. The organization's social media handles are @joniandfriends on Instagram and joniandfriends on Facebook.

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Since 198145+ years operating

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages up to 21

Joni and Friends Family Retreat sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right specialty fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Overnight camp
ACA accredited: Not verified
Established: 1981 (45 years)
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Specialty
Ages: 0–21
Address: 1000 E 11th St, Kansas City, MO 64106
Phone: (816) 255-0200
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: $410 per person.

↗ What parents like

Fully accessible camp
Biblical counseling available
Hotel-style lodging

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Application does not guarantee attendance

Logistics

Lunch provided: Yes
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Joni and Friends Family Retreat

What ages does Joni and Friends Family Retreat accept?: Joni and Friends Family Retreat is open to children ages up to 21. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Joni and Friends Family Retreat cost?: Joni and Friends Family Retreat publishes $410/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Joni and Friends Family Retreat?: Joni and Friends Family Retreat is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 45 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Joni and Friends Family Retreat provide lunch?: Yes — Joni and Friends Family Retreat includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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