FAQs

Every adult (21 years and older) is assigned to a worksite (unless they have requested to be an Associate Staff or Troubleshooter). We depend on adults to work side by side with the young people in accomplishing the work projects. For the safety of the teens, each parish must have at least one adult chaperone in [...]

Most groups use vans or small buses to travel to CHWC. We ask that these same vehicles be available to transport teams to their worksites during the week. To abide by state law, vehicles must be equipped with seatbelts for all riders. Participants will not be allowed to ride in open trucks or vehicles [...]

The menu is based on a well-balanced diet that will provide all the nutritional and calorie needs. CHWC does realize that there will be campers with food allergies, vegetarians, etc. We feel we offer enough options for vegetarians, but if a camper requires a special diet, they are required to bring their own food or supplement [...]

Yes, this is one of the beautiful aspects of the HEART Workcamp. New relationships and friendships are formed with other people from around the country. Most work teams consist of seven members. There is free time each afternoon and evening for the young people to socialize with their own group members. CHWC will accommodate [...]

As long as young people come with a servant’s attitude, there is no problem involving them in home repair projects. We match skills to projects. Young people are not asked to participate in projects they are not equipped to handle. There is plenty of work that needs to be done, such as painting, which [...]

CHWC’s bottom line is the safety of its campers. As a service organization, this is our top priority in choosing which communities we will be involved with. Each worksite will have at least one adult per small work group. No camper under 18 years old will be allowed to use power tools. Adults who [...]

We work in cooperation with various agencies in each city to choose the sites and work projects. These agencies exist to improve the lives of low-income families, children and the elderly. Sites are chosen according to their need for repairs and assistance. We choose sites where teens and young adults can accomplish the work [...]

Some service projects involve renewing homes with interior and exterior painting, housecleaning, yard work, building ramps, and minor home repairs. Experienced Troubleshooters will visit the sites to check on workmanship and provide help when needed. Other service projects include assisting at day care centers for low income families, volunteering at homeless shelters, food distribution [...]

We welcome groups of all sizes. Even if only a few young people participate, your group will have a great experience. We cannot accommodate individual youth registrations.

Begin with a plan of action if you have not already. Ask for your free Catholic HEART Workcamp promotional DVD and show it to your pastor, adult leaders, teens and parents. Have a sign-up sheet available for those who are interested and send a follow-up email or text to those who have signed up [...]