Asthma Day Camp
Asthma Camp 2024 will be held July 22 - July 26.
ASTHMA CAMP REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED FOR THE 2024 CAMP.
To register, please download and complete the application packet. For electronic submission, email applications to the Health Promotion Department at Salinas Valley Health at: HealthPromotion@SalinasValleyHealth.com
Asthma Camp Registration is now closed for the 2024 camp.
Space is limited. It is important that your application be returned promptly in order to reserve your child’s place at Camp. The physician referral may be returned at a later date due to doctor availability, but must be turned in by the pre-camp meeting. Register now!
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 39th 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.
La registration para el campamento terminó hoy 17 de julio del 2024.
Espacio es limitado. Es importante que entregue su solicitud de inmediato, a fin de reservar el lugar para su niño en el Campamento de Asma. La derivación del médico puede entregarse en una fecha posterior debido a la disponibilidad del médico. Regístrate ahora!
