Summer Camp: Empowering Kids with Adrenal Insufficiency

As we gear up for Summer Adrenal Camp Week at the beautiful Painted Turtle Camp in Lake Hughes, here are some thoughts on the importance of medical camp for children with CAH:

  1. Building a Supportive Community – Peer-to-peer support can be empowering and normalizing for children with a lifelong condition. Developing strong friendships can build a network of understanding, avoid feelings of loneliness, and be a confidence booster!
  2. Key Medical Support – Having a medical team that is trained to manage Adrenal Insufficiency can make all the difference to a parent. Doctors and nurses on-site at camp provides continuous support so campers can have the best time of their lives.
  3. Holistic Development – Medical camp prioritizes fun and personal growth. Children can explore new skills, build independence, experience joy, and develop resilience by overcoming challenges in a safe setting.
  4. Fostering Hope – Interacting with others at camp who are thriving with the same condition can inspire optimism.

Medical camp is magical in many ways! It can be a treasured retreat and a transformative experience for children with CAH.

https://www.thepaintedturtle.org/