An asthma camp is designed for children with asthma. This gives the opportunity to control the symptoms of children’s asthma in a healthy, positive and stimulating environment. This camp seeks to raise awareness among children and their parents with regards to this health problem and how to better cope with it. This also allows parents to interact with other parents who have children suffering from asthma, so they can share with each other ideas, concerns and problems. The children meanwhile will be taught to deal better with their disease and how to build their self confidence despite being asthmatic.

Highlights: Asthma camps aim to provide a positive experience for children with asthma through activities like hiking, swimming, canoeing, rope games, arts and crafts, campfires and more.

Medical Considerations: Disability summer camps such as this should be supervised by a full medical staff, including a respiratory therapist and nurses.

Safety: Aside from the presence of the medical staff, the camp director should also oversee other aspects of safety with regards to asthma. For example, the camp should not have any element that can trigger asthma attacks such as pollen or animal dander.