Every year, more than 2,000 children and families from across the country—and around the world—take part in The Barton Center for Diabetes Education’s year-round programming, including summer camp, weekend and school-vacation sessions, and outreach initiatives.
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Our programs are designed to provide fun, friendship, and meaningful support. Above all, our goal is to empower children and their families with the knowledge and confidence needed to manage the daily challenges of diabetes so they can live fuller, healthier lives.

At camp, The Barton Center’s core values guide everything we do—from the activities we plan, to the actions of our staff, to the attitudes and experiences of our campers. These values help create a safe and encouraging environment where every child can thrive.

Our core values include:

• Having fun
• Building a supportive, inclusive community
• Inspiring growth through individual challenge
• Motivating healthy lifestyles
• Fostering appreciation of self and others

Together, these values shape a transformative experience that builds lifelong skills, friendships, and memories. Whether a camper joins us for a day, a weekend, or a full summer, they are welcomed into a community that understands, encourages, and celebrates them.

Children and adults alike share both the triumphs and challenges of living with diabetes. At camp, children discover that they are not alone—they are surrounded by peers who understand their journey. Parents gain peace of mind knowing their children are thriving in a safe, supportive, and medically supervised environment.

All programs feature low staff-to-participant ratios, expert medical professionals, and well-trained, dedicated counselors—many of whom were once campers and live with diabetes themselves. This unique blend of professional care and personal experience helps make camp a place where every participant is understood and encouraged.

Enrollment
Campers are admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration for summer camp opens each year in January, and registrations for year-round programs are accepted until each session is full.

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Summer Programs

Fall, Winter Spring Programs