Summer Camp
Welcome to Camp1
Camp1 is ready for another summer of fun!
Join us in building community, confidence, and connections for everyone!
Campers: T1D kids and their siblings, ages 5–14, form valuable friendships while enjoying fun activities and programming specifically designed to build confidence.
Parents & Caregivers: Our Caregiver Corner offers daily sessions and programming for adults to connect, share, and discuss common T1D challenges.
Junior Counselors: Teens, ages 15-17, serve as role models for campers, while training to become the next generation of leaders.
Volunteers: Medical team members, adult counselors, and special program leaders make Camp1 the place to be!
COuntdown to Summer camp!
2027 Chicagoland Sessions
Register for one or both sessions!
Western Suburbs
June 7-11, 2027
9am - 2pm
Location: College of DuPage
45 S. Park Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, IL
Northern Suburbs
June 21 – 25, 2027
9am - 2pm
Location: Oakton College
1600 Golf Road, Des Plaines, IL
HOW TO REGISTER:
These registration steps will open late February 2027
Step 1:
Pre-register your camper(s) here.
Step 2:
Register your camper(s) on EventBrite.
Note: Payment will be required at the time of registration; if you will be applying for a Campership (scholarship) to help cover the cost of camp, please select one of the “Campership” options to begin the registration process.
Step 3:
Download the required Camp1 Medical Forms.
All forms must be completed and submitted prior to the start of camp for every camper.
PRICING & CAMPERSHIPS
Pricing information will be available when registration opens in February 2027
We never want cost to keep campers from attending Camp1.
Camperships (scholarships) are available for families who may need financial assistance for any reason with the cost of Camp1.
Families will be asked to complete and submit a Campership Financial Aid Application to be considered for a full or partial campership.
Camperships will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Medical Supervision
Camp1’s dedicated team of doctors, nurses, and certified diabetes specialists volunteer their time to help campers with T1D management and any other medical situation.
With their guidance, campers build valuable T1D skills and independence, while parents and caregivers enjoy some well-deserved time to recharge.
As part of the registration process, Camp1 Medical Forms must be completed and submitted for every camper prior to camp.
Camp Schedule
*Exact times subject to change*
9:00 – 10:00 am: Welcome & Group Activity
10:00 – 10:15 am: Check-in & Snacks
10:15 – 11:15 am: Outdoor Games
11:15 – 11:30 am: Check-in & Snacks
11:30 – 12:30 pm: Creative Corner
12:30 – 1:00 pm: Lunch
1:00 – 2:00 pm: Imagination Station
12:30 – 2:00 pm: Caregiver Corner
Your Financial Questions, Answered!
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The cost of Camp1 includes 5 days of Day Camp, medical supervision, a Camp1 shirt and swag and family/caregiver sessions.
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Yes. Camperships (scholarships) are available for families that need financial assistance to cover the cost of camp. Financial applications are due by April 20, 2027 and each case will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. You can download the application on the Summer Camp page or email camptype1@hotmail.com.
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No. Camp1 will not be responsible for any money or valuables that campers bring to camp.
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For more information, contact us at camptype1@hotmail.com.