Asthma Day Camp
Asthma Camp 2025 will be held July 21 - July 25.
Children living with asthma have the unique opportunity to learn how to better manage their condition while experiencing a summer camp environment with other children and adults who understand the impact of asthma. The Mark Velcoff, MD Asthma Camp, which is celebrating its 40th year, offers children with mild to severe asthma a chance to enjoy outdoor activities in a safe and supervised environment.
The week is full of outdoor adventures such as hiking, swimming, soccer
and more. The immersive camp is as educational as it is fun. Campers learn
about their condition, such as what triggers their asthma, the importance
of the medications they take and how asthma affects their bodies.
“We are thrilled to be able to offer this camp for children with
asthma,” says Steven Prager, MD, camp medical director. “Our
camp empowers children with asthma, giving them a unique experience and
profoundly affecting them for the rest of their lives.”
The physical activities all take place under the supervision of trained
staff, including physicians and clinical volunteers from Salinas Valley Health.
At the start of camp, all participants get a t-shirt, back pack an interactive
workbook outlining a week of activities, tools to remember and a place
to track their success. On the final day there is a friend and family
luncheon along with some activities.
Asthma Camp is fully funded by donations made to the Salinas Valley Health
Foundation through our local Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
Program. We are grateful for support from donors and from our Salinas
Valley Health physicians for helping make this program possible.
Asthma Camp is open to children ages 6 -12.
