The main goal of any well-run camp program is making sure children have the time of their lives, and for one summer camp in Kentucky, their goal is to provide the same experience for kids living with narcolepsy.
Narcolepsy is a neurological disorder that affects the control of sleep and wakefulness. Children with narcolepsy experience excessive daytime sleepiness and intermittent, uncontrollable episodes of falling asleep during the daytime. These sudden sleep attacks may occur during any type of activity at any time of the day.
Although summer camp can be one of the most rewarding, unforgettable experiences in a child’s life, it is reassuring to know that certain camps focus on children who have narcolepsy and provide medical staff to keep them safe and provide a natural, kid-friendly experience.
The Best of Outdoor Adventures
Summer camp is a much needed break from the academic year where creativity, adventure, thrills, smiles and plain old good times are the priority.
Camp provides children with a community of caring mentors who provide experiential education that leads to self-respect and appreciation for life.
All of the outcomes—friendships, overcoming challenges, staying healthy, and building character—prepare them for bigger, brighter lives down the road.
In addition to great friendships and enduring memories, many important life skills are learned at camp.
If you’ve been to camp, you’re probably know the benefits—and even in the most “truth be told” moments, you may have some crazy, fun stories of pranks, jokes, and adolescent mischief.
Experiencing life at camp yourself as a child, you know the profound positive effects that still matter to you as an adult, and you also know that you want the same thing for your own kids.
When you get right down to it, going to camp is all about having a good time, so it’s uplifting to know that children living with narcolepsy have options too.
