Camper Application FAQ
How old does my child have to be to attend camp?
Children with diabetes ages 8-17 are eligible to participate in Camp Hendon.
How do I register a camper?
You can register online in a "phased application" process.
*Some forms require you to print and obtain a physician signature, and then fax them back to camp. Each camper's complete file is medically reviewed for acceptance. Campers are admitted on a first-completion basis. To receive the early application discount, you will need to have a 100% completed application and all forms submitted by the priority deadline.
Do I have to register my child online?
No. If you do not wish to register online please do one of the following:
However, online registration is fast and easy.
How do you decide who to accept?
Your child will be accepted if we still have room and there are no significant behavioral or medical factors that would preclude acceptance.
What will my camper learn?
Since the goal is life-long care, just a few of the things your camper might learn depending on their age and readiness are:
Children with diabetes ages 8-17 are eligible to participate in Camp Hendon.
How do I register a camper?
You can register online in a "phased application" process.
- The first step is to submit an initial application and deposit.
- The second step is to then log into your account and complete the required forms*.
*Some forms require you to print and obtain a physician signature, and then fax them back to camp. Each camper's complete file is medically reviewed for acceptance. Campers are admitted on a first-completion basis. To receive the early application discount, you will need to have a 100% completed application and all forms submitted by the priority deadline.
Do I have to register my child online?
No. If you do not wish to register online please do one of the following:
- call: 502-544-1954
- e-mail: info@camphendon.org
- or write to: Camp Hendon, 1640 Lyndon Farm Court, Suite 108, Louisville, KY 40223
However, online registration is fast and easy.
How do you decide who to accept?
Your child will be accepted if we still have room and there are no significant behavioral or medical factors that would preclude acceptance.
What will my camper learn?
Since the goal is life-long care, just a few of the things your camper might learn depending on their age and readiness are:
- Improved Nutrition
- How to Treat Low and High Blood Sugars
- How to Count Carbohydrates
- Insulin Injections, Site Rotation, and Adjustment
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Age-appropriate Diabetes Education
- Social Support
- Diabetes Problem Solving
- Effects of Exercise
- Many campers learn to give their first injection or change their first site! – A Big Step Toward Independence
- Confidence & Self-Esteem by Meeting Others with Diabetes
- Form Meaningful Relationships
- Feel a Sense of Belonging, Campers Learn They Are Not Alone
- Acceptance
