"It was so nice to be with other parents and kids that are going through the same things as us and to see that we are not alone."
-- parent of a newly diagnosed 9 year-old

Family Camp

Each family stays together in their own cabin, and families can opt to share a cabin with another family. The cabins are air-conditioned and heated (depending on the camp location) with bathrooms (showers, toilets, sinks) inside the cabins.

Let us do the cooking and carbohydrate counting, for a change!  All meals and snacks are provided. We dine together as a camp in the central dining hall. Meals are always a fun and relaxing time to get to know other families, share stories, play games. sing, dance and have a good time.

Camp Kudzu's Fall Family Camp is a fun-filled weekend for the entire family -- children of all ages living with diabetes, their parents and siblings. This is a wonderful program for families with children too young to attend our summer camp and for those who are recently diagnosed. Family Camp is a time to learn more about diabetes, have fun and make friends with families who are experiencing the same challenges of living with diabetes.

Fun For The Entire Family . . .
At Family Camp there is so much to do. Our volunteer staff are ready to lend a hand or lead the way. Babysitting is even available for families with infants.

• Archery
• Boating
• Biking
• Fishing
• Climbing Wall
• Arts and Crafts
• Puppets
• Tennis
• Softball
• Basketball
• Singing
• Family Projects
• Campfire
• Family Game Night
• Fireside Chats in the lodge
• Evening Entertainment

Parents Laugh and Learn . . .
Parents tell us that the parent education sessions are their favorite part of the weekend. We bring in diabetes experts (endocrinologists, diabetes educators and dietitians) to talk with our parents about latest diabetes technology and other hot topics. Parents have the unique opportunity to ask the experts anything and everything they always wanted to know, but never had the chance to ask.

Load Up the Minivan . . .
At Family Camp, children with diabetes see that they are not alone. Siblings feel included. Parents have an opportunity to learn more about the disease that affects their child. And everyone has a great time.