Parents

Camp Can Do carefully selects and trains qualified staff members to ensure the safety of all campers. Staff members include Camp Directors and Assistant Directors, physicians, oncology nurses, and camp counselors. Many of our counselors work with children in other capacities, such as teachers and child life specialists.

The medical teams are comprised of nurses, many of whom work with the campers and their families year round in the medical centers, and are already familiar with their specific needs. Our patient camp program also secures a physician each year, who is also on site 24/7.

Our nurses distribute medication to our campers as prescribed by each camper’s own physician. Medication distribution is handled with discretion and privacy in mind, and is not made to be the focal point of the children’s camp experience.  There is a Health Center that is accessible by all around the clock that can provide a quiet respite, specialized treatments, and privacy whenever needed.

All allergies should be listed on the camper’s medical form prior to coming to camp. Anyone working with your child will be made aware of their allergies and will be educated on how to handle each situation.

There is a bus provided for both sibling and patient camp between St. Christopher’s Hospital in Philadelphia and Camp Can Do.  Anyone within that region may choose to sign up for the bus.  All other campers will need a ride to and from camp.

Anyone who wants their children to attend camp can sign up right here on our website.  Just click the Register button, and choose the camper option.