When it comes to summer camp, kids are literally in for a treat. (Just think about those gooey s’mores!). Whether overnight or day camp, the experience offers kids a chance to make friends, learn new skills, become more independent, enjoy the outdoors and have fun! We are thankful for the many groups in our region […]
7 tips to help prevent summertime injuries
Summertime gives kids a chance to let loose and unwind, but for every pool party and barbeque there’s a risk for bumps, bruises and broken bones. During the summer months, parents need to be on high alert because injury rates are at their highest. Children 14 years and younger are rushed to emergency rooms across […]
2011 Diabetes Camp
More than 100 children and young adults crammed a summer’s worth of fun into one week during the 2011 Diabetes Camp, conducted by the Akron Children’s Hospital Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology with the help of nearly 100 volunteers. Now in its fourth year, the camp featured activities such as horseback riding, swimming, mountain biking, […]