Overnight Camps Available
DIABETES CAMP
Diabetes Camp gives children with Type 1 diabetes the chance to meet other kids facing the same daily challenges of living with diabetes.
Our 24-hour staff of physicians, nurses and counselors are closely involved with the day to day activities to ensure that all medical needs are being met. This dedicated team gives each child the chance to gain increased self-confidence, build self esteem, and to develop important self-management skills.
Our first priority is the physical and medical safety of our campers while they enjoy a traditional summer camp experience.
Trusted by parents and medical professionals alike
“Together we are committed to fostering self reliance and independence. Camp Tanager builds life-long memories and relationships for people of all ages through a fun and memorable camp experience. Campers leave empowered, knowing the experience and knowledge gained will serve them for the rest of their lives.”
Whether children are playing, exploring nature, conquering new heights or becoming part of the camp family, they are creating memories that last a lifetime. Plus children and teens are gaining resilience and a reawakened zeal to take care of themselves that lasts long after they’ve returned home.
Medical Supervision
24 hour nursing staff and on-site physician’s provide medical oversight during Diabetes Camp.
Connect With Nature
Elective camp programming provides campers with a range of wholesome outdoor camp activities.
Make New Friends
Connect and learn with peers facing the same daily challenge of living with Type 1 Diabetes.
CAMP MAKES A DIFFERENCE!
Diabetes Camp gives children with Type 1 diabetes the chance to meet other kids facing the same daily challenges of living with diabetes.
Our 24-hour staff of physicians, nurses and counselors are closely involved with the day to day activities to ensure that all medical needs are being met. This dedicated team gives each child the chance to gain increased self-confidence, build self esteem, and to develop important self-management skills.
Our first priority is the physical and medical safety of our campers while they enjoy a traditional summer camp experience.
Self-Confidence
- A 10% increase in campers who are confident to manage their diabetes, with the greatest improvements among the newly diagnosed (16% increase)
Diabetes-Related Stress
- A 7% decrease in diabetes-related anger
- A 6% decrease in diabetes-related sadness
Knowledge of Diabetes Management
- An 11% increase of overall knowledge of proper diabetes management
Diabetes Management
- A 10% increase in overall ability to self-manage problems related to diabetes management
Ready for the best summer ever?
Day Camp, Overnight Camp or Weekend Camp Programs. There’s always something new and exciting to try at Camp Tanager.
Camp Medical Director
DR. JULIE STERLING
Dr. Sterling oversees a dynamic team of medical professionals from Mercy and Unity Point Health Systems during Diabetes Camp. As a parent to child with T1D, Dr. Sterling knows first hand the daily struggles of living with Diabetes giving her both a professional and parental insight on Diabetes Management and Care.
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