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Camp Freedom
About Camp Freedom
The American Diabetes Association Camp Freedom is a resident camp program for boys and girls ages 8 to 16. Camp Freedom is held at Camp Kweebec which has been accredited by the American Camp Association for more than 40 years and located in Montgomery County, PA. Camp Freedom offers a wide range of activities, including swimming, sports, horseback riding, arts and crafts, cooking, campfire activities and more! New this year is Ultimate Frisbee!
The purpose of our camp is to provide a safe environment for children with diabetes to participate in traditional camping fun while meeting other kids like them and learn new ways to manage their diabetes. Our staff includes physicians, nurses, registered dieticians and counselors. For additional information, please read the camp brochure.
The Camp fee includes 24-hour medical supervision, meals and snacks, American Diabetes Association Camp t-shirt, housing, supervised program activities and most diabetes supplies.
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Camp Fees
Non-Refundable Deposit: $55
Camp Fee: $695
Total Fee (including non-refundable deposit): $750
Registration Deadline: April 1, 2013
Counselor-in-Traning (CIT) Information
CIT Age: 17 years
CIT Fee: $250
A CIT candidate must submit an application with two personal references and a medical reference. Space is limited for this position.
The role of a CIT is to assist counselors while working with younger campers. The CIT Program provides training for youth interested in working with kids, specifically as camp counselors. Participants are expected to interact thoughtfully and compassionately with younger campers; to commit to learning more about themselves, camp, and camp procedures; to be team members and to take on responsibility and leadership. CITs also have the opportunity to learn a basic understanding of diabetes and its care.
The primary goal of the CIT Program is to offer a fun and supportive experience that will develop confidence, commitment, and community. The program focuses on helping youth become future leaders by developing communication, teamwork and leadership skills. CITs will leave ready to become camp counselors.
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Camp Dates:
June 15 to June 21, 2013
Ages: 8 to 16 years
Camp Location:
157 Game Farm Road
Schwenksville, Pennsylvania 19473
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Rachel Slamon
rslamon@diabetes.org
610-828-5003 ext. 4657
610-667-1761 (fax)
ADA Office Address
150 Monument Road
Suite 100
Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania 19004
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