Other Summer Programs

Camp Ho Mita Koda 2: an overnight summer camp for teens ages 12-17 with, or at risk for, type 2 diabetes.

Note: This program has been cancelled for 2009.

What: Camp Ho Mita Koda 2 will provide teens with the tools they need to prevent and manage diabetes more effectively on a day-to-day basis through fun, educational sessions, group activities and recreation. Campers will participate in a wide variety of activities including swimming, hiking, stability ball, archery and basketball. Campers will learn how nutrition, exercise, medications and blood glucose monitoring can help them lead healthier lives.

When: Sunday, August 9 - Thursday, August 13, 2009

Where: Camp Ho Mita Koda, 14040 Auburn Road, Newbury, Ohio 44065 (25 miles east of Cleveland)

Cost: $300.00. Camperships (financial assistance) are available. No child will miss the opportunity to attend camp based on the inability to pay.

Registration: Please call the Diabetes Association of Greater Cleveland at (216) 591-0800. A registration packet will be mailed to you.

For more information on type 2 diabetes in children and teens, please visit http://www.dagc.org/childrenwithdia.asp.