Kid Camps
Many churches, scouting groups, and theme-oriented activities offer overnight camps for kids. But at what age is your child old enough to attend, and more importantly, is he ready, safe and cared for?
Make Sure Health Guidelines Are in Place Before Your Kid Heads Off to Camp
You've checked our child's summer camp and feel confident about its operations, activities, and overall safety. But what if a medical need arises? Whether it's summer daycare, enrichment camp or a longer-term resident camp, parents need to make sure written health policies and medical protocols are in place, counselors/staff are properly trained, and that camper information is up-to-date.
You've checked our child's summer camp and feel confident about its operations, activities, and overall safety. But what if a medical need arises? Whether it's summer daycare, enrichment camp or a longer-term resident camp, parents need to make sure written health policies and medical protocols are in place, counselors/staff are properly trained, and that camper information is up-to-date.
Is My Kid Ready To Spend The Night Away From Home?
Is your kid ready to spend the night away from home? How about going away for more than one night to a summer or weekend camp or even a week-long outing? How do parents know when a child is ready to spend the night away?
Is your kid ready to spend the night away from home? How about going away for more than one night to a summer or weekend camp or even a week-long outing? How do parents know when a child is ready to spend the night away?
Battling Homesickness
Homesickness doesn't just occur with older kids at camp. The same symptoms can also happen with younger children in unfamiliar settings, summer or holiday care programs, or even in activity or sports related camps. What can parents do to help this common reaction to being away from home?
Homesickness doesn't just occur with older kids at camp. The same symptoms can also happen with younger children in unfamiliar settings, summer or holiday care programs, or even in activity or sports related camps. What can parents do to help this common reaction to being away from home?