{"id":4392,"date":"2024-07-04T14:43:02","date_gmt":"2024-07-04T14:43:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wnykidsent.com\/?p=4392"},"modified":"2024-07-04T14:43:05","modified_gmt":"2024-07-04T14:43:05","slug":"summer-camp-guide-food-allergies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wnykidsent.com\/index.php\/summer-camp-guide-food-allergies\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Camp Guide for Food Allergies"},"content":{"rendered":"

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Summer camps can be great places that help your child build self-esteem and self-confidence, make friends, and work on social skills. When your child has a food allergy, working with the staff and preparing in advance is key to helping your child focus on these skills while staying safe.<\/p>\n

Here are some ways you can work with camp staff to be prepared to manage your child\u2019s food allergy.<\/p>\n

1. Think about the camp\u2019s challenges and needs.<\/h2>\n

Consider what type of camp your child will attend. They can range from day camp (half to full day) to overnight camp. Some last all summer, while others offer week-long sessions. Some staff members are local, while others travel from different states or countries.<\/p>\n

Every camp is different. Think about the type of camp you will send your child to and how their food allergy may be handled. Some camps are spread out over acres of property which might make them far from area hospitals. Rural camps could have areas with no or limited cell phone coverage. Staff may plan field trips outside of camp for a day or a week.<\/p>\n

Think about all of these factors while you\u2019re preparing and working with camp staff to put together a plan for managing your child\u2019s food allergy.<\/p>\n

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“I am so excited!! I finally talked my son to trying camp again, he is having a great time!! I know the staff are keeping up with the hand washing and the tables, my son lets me know they are following through each and every time.” \u2013 gcaricc, KFA community member<\/em><\/div>\n

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2. Talk with camp staff about how they manage food allergies.<\/h2>\n

Before your child leaves for camp, talk with camp staff to find out how they handle food allergies. Proper planning and staff training are critical. If possible, meet with the camp director, camp nurse, and food services director.<\/p>\n

When you talk to the camp staff, ask the following questions:<\/p>\n