Harrisburg Diabetic Youth Camp
4.7
|
Camp Swatara, 2905 Camp Swatara Rd, Bethel, PA 19507
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(570) 524-9090
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About Harrisburg Diabetic Youth Camp
About Harrisburg Diabetic Youth Camp
Empowering kids with diabetes through fun and care
Philosophy: This camp is uniquely designed for children with Type 1 diabetes, providing a safe, supportive environment where kids learn self-management skills. It combines expert medical care with traditional camp fun, helping children gain confidence and independence. Families appreciate the compassionate staff and the opportunity for their kids to connect with peers who truly understand their condition. It’s a nurturing place where diabetes is just part of the adventure.
Philosophy: This camp is uniquely designed for children with Type 1 diabetes, providing a safe, supportive environment where kids learn self-management skills. It combines expert medical care with traditional camp fun, helping children gain confidence and independence. Families appreciate the compassionate staff and the opportunity for their kids to connect with peers who truly understand their condition. It’s a nurturing place where diabetes is just part of the adventure.
Philosophy: This camp is uniquely designed for children with Type 1 diabetes, providing a safe, supportive environment where kids learn self-management skills. It combines expert medical care with traditional camp fun, helping children gain confidence and independence. Families appreciate the compassionate staff and the opportunity for their kids to connect with peers who truly understand their condition. It’s a nurturing place where diabetes is just part of the adventure.
Ages:
7
-
12
years old
Pricing:
$150/day
/day
$1,050
/week
Camp sessions & schedule
Camp sessions & schedule
This camp is uniquely designed for children with Type 1 diabetes, providing a safe, supportive environment where kids learn self-management skills. It combines expert medical care with traditional camp fun, helping children gain confidence and independence. Families appreciate the compassionate staff and the opportunity for their kids to connect with peers who truly understand their condition. It’s a nurturing place where diabetes is just part of the adventure.
This camp is uniquely designed for children with Type 1 diabetes, providing a safe, supportive environment where kids learn self-management skills. It combines expert medical care with traditional camp fun, helping children gain confidence and independence. Families appreciate the compassionate staff and the opportunity for their kids to connect with peers who truly understand their condition. It’s a nurturing place where diabetes is just part of the adventure.
This camp is uniquely designed for children with Type 1 diabetes, providing a safe, supportive environment where kids learn self-management skills. It combines expert medical care with traditional camp fun, helping children gain confidence and independence. Families appreciate the compassionate staff and the opportunity for their kids to connect with peers who truly understand their condition. It’s a nurturing place where diabetes is just part of the adventure.
Boys & girls aged 7-12•Mon–Sun from 1PM–9AM•25/day & 100/week
The camp offers tiered pricing to fit different family budgets:
Tier I (full cost): $3,650
Tier II (subsidized): $2,575
Tier III (highly subsidized): $1,050
Tier IV: Income-based sliding scale or financial aid available
A non-refundable $200 deposit is required at registration.
There is a $50 late fee for registrations after May 15th.
Refunds are possible if requested in writing by May 15, 2025, 12:00 Noon ET.
This structure helps make camp accessible while encouraging early registration.
The camp offers tiered pricing to fit different family budgets:
Tier I (full cost): $3,650
Tier II (subsidized): $2,575
Tier III (highly subsidized): $1,050
Tier IV: Income-based sliding scale or financial aid available
A non-refundable $200 deposit is required at registration.
There is a $50 late fee for registrations after May 15th.
Refunds are possible if requested in writing by May 15, 2025, 12:00 Noon ET.
This structure helps make camp accessible while encouraging early registration.
The camp offers tiered pricing to fit different family budgets:
Tier I (full cost): $3,650
Tier II (subsidized): $2,575
Tier III (highly subsidized): $1,050
Tier IV: Income-based sliding scale or financial aid available
A non-refundable $200 deposit is required at registration.
There is a $50 late fee for registrations after May 15th.
Refunds are possible if requested in writing by May 15, 2025, 12:00 Noon ET.
This structure helps make camp accessible while encouraging early registration.
Activities & amenities
Activities & amenities
Campers enjoy a wide range of activities. Daily themes often include:
Archery
Arts & Crafts
Swimming
Boating
Color Wars
Campfires
Camp Songs
Basketball
Four-Square
Gaga
Soccer
Baseball
Hiking
Mini-Golf
Nature Lore
Volleyball
Diabetes Education
Blood Glucose Monitoring
Insulin Administration
Health Management
This camp is uniquely designed for children with Type 1 diabetes, providing a safe, supportive environment where kids learn self-management skills. It combines expert medical care with traditional camp fun, helping children gain confidence and independence. Families appreciate the compassionate staff and the opportunity for their kids to connect with peers who truly understand their condition. It’s a nurturing place where diabetes is just part of the adventure.
This camp is uniquely designed for children with Type 1 diabetes, providing a safe, supportive environment where kids learn self-management skills. It combines expert medical care with traditional camp fun, helping children gain confidence and independence. Families appreciate the compassionate staff and the opportunity for their kids to connect with peers who truly understand their condition. It’s a nurturing place where diabetes is just part of the adventure.
This camp is uniquely designed for children with Type 1 diabetes, providing a safe, supportive environment where kids learn self-management skills. It combines expert medical care with traditional camp fun, helping children gain confidence and independence. Families appreciate the compassionate staff and the opportunity for their kids to connect with peers who truly understand their condition. It’s a nurturing place where diabetes is just part of the adventure.
Birthdays:
No
What people are saying
4.7
My child loved the activities and caring staff!
Location
Camp Swatara, 2905 Camp Swatara Rd, Bethel, PA 19507
Additional info
Additional info
Campers must be able to self-manage blood glucose checks. The camp runs one-week overnight sessions in summer. It offers a balanced mix of medical education and classic camp activities, fostering independence and friendships in a medically supervised setting.
Campers must be able to self-manage blood glucose checks. The camp runs one-week overnight sessions in summer. It offers a balanced mix of medical education and classic camp activities, fostering independence and friendships in a medically supervised setting.
Campers must be able to self-manage blood glucose checks. The camp runs one-week overnight sessions in summer. It offers a balanced mix of medical education and classic camp activities, fostering independence and friendships in a medically supervised setting.
Health & safety
Health & safety
Affiliations: Setebaid Services, American Camp Association
Special needs
Special needs
This camp is uniquely designed for children with Type 1 diabetes, providing a safe, supportive environment where kids learn self-management skills. It combines expert medical care with traditional camp fun, helping children gain confidence and independence. Families appreciate the compassionate staff and the opportunity for their kids to connect with peers who truly understand their condition. It’s a nurturing place where diabetes is just part of the adventure.
This camp is uniquely designed for children with Type 1 diabetes, providing a safe, supportive environment where kids learn self-management skills. It combines expert medical care with traditional camp fun, helping children gain confidence and independence. Families appreciate the compassionate staff and the opportunity for their kids to connect with peers who truly understand their condition. It’s a nurturing place where diabetes is just part of the adventure.
This camp is uniquely designed for children with Type 1 diabetes, providing a safe, supportive environment where kids learn self-management skills. It combines expert medical care with traditional camp fun, helping children gain confidence and independence. Families appreciate the compassionate staff and the opportunity for their kids to connect with peers who truly understand their condition. It’s a nurturing place where diabetes is just part of the adventure.
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