Camps teach children that they are neither handicapped nor alone. Camps are of considerable relief to parents beset by the pressures of constant watchfulness and concern. They are also of enormous value to camp personnel who through play and education, work and encouragement can teach children to accept their condition, and in turn learn from the resilience and adaptability of the children themselves. Summer camps for children with insulin dependant diabetes have existed since the first decade following the discovery of insulin in 1921. Camps for children with insulin dependant diabetes mellitus are of vital importance throughout the world.
Camps teach children that they are neither handicapped nor alone.
Camps are of considerable relief to parents beset by the pressures of constant watchfulness and concern. They are also of enormous value to camp personnel who through play and education, work and encouragement can teach children to accept their condition, and in turn learn from the resilience and adaptability of the children themselves. Summer camps for children with insulin dependant diabetes have existed since the first decade following the discovery of insulin in 1921. For many, Camp Banting will continue to be an important part of that. The activities are group oriented and include crafts, swimming, hiking, games, canoeing, singing, and overnight wilderness experience.