At Diabetes Network of Arizona programs and events, including Camp FWD Youth Camp, the health and safety of each camper is a top priority.

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A team of trained medical professionals, including a medical director, will be on-site to support diabetes care and respond to medical needs throughout the week.

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While campers are encouraged to build independence, diabetes management is always handled with guidance and supervision from the medical team, in partnership with families and caregivers.

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If medical intervention becomes necessary, appropriate consent and documentation will be followed whenever possible to ensure care is provided in the best interest of the camper while respecting individual care plans.

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Camp FWD Diabetes Management Policy

Camp FWD is committed to providing a safe and medically supervised environment for children living with Type 1 diabetes. Our medical policies are designed to support camper safety, appropriate blood glucose management, and full participation in all camp activities.

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Diabetes care at camp is a team effort. While campers are encouraged to build confidence and independence, diabetes management is always supported and supervised by trained medical staff in partnership with families and caregivers.

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If medical intervention becomes necessary, appropriate consent and documentation will be followed whenever possible to ensure care is provided in the best interest of the camper while respecting individual care plans.

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Diabetes Management Philosophy

Camp dynamics, including increased physical activity, environmental changes, excitement, and altered schedules, may naturally impact blood glucose levels. Our focus is always on safety, not perfection.

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Our primary goals are to help prevent:

• Severe hypoglycemia

• Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)

• Sustained severe hyperglycemia

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Medical Team & Oversight

A licensed medical team is on-site 24/7 and responsible for supporting campers’ diabetes management and overall health. This includes:

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• Medication administration and insulin dosing
• Pump management and supply oversight
• Blood glucose monitoring protocols
• Clinical decisions related to diabetes management and general medical care

Campers should not independently change pump settings or long-acting insulin doses.

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Blood Glucose Monitoring

Campers check blood glucose or provide CGM data at scheduled times throughout the day, including before meals/snacks, at bedtime, and overnight (midnight–2:00 AM), or as determined by medical staff.

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Fingerstick checks may be required for verification.

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All mealtime insulin doses and correction doses are completed in partnership with the medical team.

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Hypoglycemia Management

Mild hypoglycemia is treated immediately, wherever the camper is located. Severe hypoglycemia will be managed by the medical team, including glucagon or rescue therapy when appropriate. Parents or guardians will be notified of any severe hypoglycemic event.

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Hyperglycemia & Ketones

Persistent hyperglycemia will be evaluated by medical staff. Ketones will be checked when clinically indicated. Campers may be asked to rest in the medical center until ketones improve. Parents or guardians will be notified of moderate or large ketones that do not improve.