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The Harrisburg Diabetic Youth Camp The Harrisburg Diabetic Youth Camp (HDYC) is a one-week summer camp for children and teens with diabetes, aged 8-15 years. The HDYC, a Setebaid Services®' program, is held at Camp Victory in Millville, Pennsylvania. The camp is staffed by mature adults and experienced professionals, including a Camp Director, a Program Director, a physician Medical Director, and experienced counselors. All staff, many who have diabetes themselves, are trained in child developmental psychology, working with children, and diabetes health issues. 2007 Camp Dates Camp Dates are June 17-23, 2007 Activities Games Archery Volleyball Basketball Street Hockey Nature lore Paddle boating Ropes course   Climbing wall Fishing Arts and crafts Swimming Hiking Singing around campfires, and overnight camping Site Held at Camp Victory, a place for children with special needs, the HDYC is situated in north central Pennsylvania, near the village of Millville. This is a state-of-the-art facility with easy terrain, modern facilities, and beautiful grounds. Campers stay in cabins with home-like twin beds and toilet facilities. The spacious bathhouse is only steps away from where the campers sleep. Diabetes Care A well-equipped on-site medical facility is staffed with healthcare professionals. Physicians, nurses, insulin pump trainers, and dietitians live with the campers, 24 hours each day, and participate in the camp activities. Most diabetes medical supplies are furnished. Campers are taught, under close medical supervision, to check their own blood glucose levels, administer their own insulin, and record all results. Meal plans, including snacks, are developed by a Registered Dietitian for each individual camper. Education is an important part of the program. Campers are instructed daily, using "teachable moments." Certified Diabetes Educators, physicians, nurses, and dietitians use a team approach while working with the campers to develop diabetes management techniques. Why Send My Child to the HDYC? For over 28 years the HDYC has been successfully changing the lives of children with diabetes. Each year following camp, we receive letters explaining that campers have grown as a result of the camp. Many children learn to give their first insulin injection at camp, while others learn about the insulin pump. Some learn to count carbohydrates and others learn how to adjust their insulin levels according to their activity for the day. The purpose of the HDYC is to provide a recreational experience for children with diabetes while providing expert guidance that encourages them to develop diabetes management skills and gain self-esteem. With the guidance of counselors, the medical staff, and other skilled staff, the campers mature through new and exciting experiences. The HDYC measures progress using a variety of evaluative tools. Goals of the HDYC are: To enable campers to meet others with diabetes To offer parents a break from the daily worries of raising a child with diabetes To provide an enjoyable camp experience to the child with diabetes in a healthy environment away from home To foster more independence by using better diabetes management skills To teach children that living with diabetes is not a restrictive lifestyle To enable children to interact with their healthcare providers in a non-clinical setting About Setebaid Services®, Inc. Setebaid Services®, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization that provides diabetes education and social support programs for children and teens with diabetes. The primary mission of the organization is to enhance the quality of life for people with diabetes by educating them to maintain control of diabetes while living normal, healthy, and enjoyable lives. The HDYC is proud to be accredited by the American Camp Association. Developed exclusively for the camp industry, this nationally recognized credential focuses on program quality, health and safety issues, and requires the HDYC to review annually every facet of operation. The HDYC has voluntarily submitted to this independent appraisal, done by camping experts and has earned this mark of distinction.     Setebaid Services®, Inc. was selected for Markel Corporation's prestigious Safety First Award in January 2006. The Safety First Award recognizes conscientious programs like the HDYC that have made safety a priority at their programs. To quality for the award, the HDYC demonstrated extraordinary safety practices above and beyond requirements federal, state, and local laws, and any accreditations. Setebaid Services® is one of only three organizations nation-wide to receive this award for six consecutive years.   Setebaid Services® adheres to the American Diabetes Association's public policy and position statements. In addition, Setebaid Services® maintains the highest standards for selecting its camp staff and Camp sites in the industry. HDYC Costs The cost of the HDYC is over $1,113 per camper. The camper fee is subsidized by Setebaid Services®' donors. Setebaid Services® extends gratitude to its donors, Camp Victory for their hospitality, and to the many civic organizations throughout the area who support the HDYC. If you would be interested in supporting our diabetes camps, or funding a campership for a child in need, please contact us using the information below. Donations may be tax-deductible. How to Register for the HDYC Visit the camp website or use the contact information below.

Contact Information

For an application, contact: Setebaid Services®, Inc. P.O. Box 196 Winfield, PA 17889-0196 Toll Free 1-866-SETEBAID (570) 524-9090 (570) 523-0769 fax info@setebaidservices.org www.setebaidservices.org

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