And that's what children with insulin- dependent diabetes find at Camp Needlepoint and Camp Daypoint . Diet, exercise, blood glucose monitoring and injections are integrated into the camp program Camp Needlepoint and Camp Daypoint have exclusive use of YMCA Camp St. Croix, south of Hudson, Wisconsin, on a wooded bluff along the St. Croix River. Facilities include a health center, dining hall, crafts room, nature building, meeting lodge, tennis and basketball courts, soccer and softball field, archery range, rope course and horseback riding area. The beach is equipped for volleyball, canoeing, sailing, kayaking and swimming. Camp Needlepoint Camp Needlepoint is a progressive residential camp for ages 8 to 17.
Programs tailored to specific age levels ensure the best possible experience for every camper.
For example, first-time campers have fun in a stable, structured program, while older campers welcome the challenge of canoeing or sailing adventures. The camp takes an informal approach to diabetes education, with emphasis on the importance of diet, insulin, exercise and blood glucose monitoring. Sleeping quarters are assigned by age and program area. Each group has a minimum of two counselors. Fees include meals, lodging, insulin, testing supplies, medical supplies, and program and staff costs.