Letter | Myrtle Beach area did a great job supporting needy kids
Community to be commended for support of kids
This past summer, Grand Strand Health completed our 17th annual four-day camp for kids who have asthma or diabetes. Fourteen campers and four junior counselors enjoyed meeting new friends, creating ocean themed crafts, taking field trips and learning how to manage their conditions. Our camp goal is to provide a safe and fun camp experience for children who may not attend a regular camp due to their asthma or diabetes.
The campers learn how to manage their disease from counselors with their peers, all while having fun.
Our camp would not be possible without the contributions of community partners who helped provide our campers with a wonderful experience. Partners included: Johnny Rockets, Ripley’s Aquarium, Shipwreck Island Mini Golf and Home Depot.
We send many thanks to McDonald’s on 21st Avenue, Johnny Rockets, Chick-fil-A in Coastal Grand Mall and Which Wich for their meal donations. Our campers were able to learn about choices when eating out at these restaurants with their contributions. We also appreciate the staffs from Grand Strand Medical Center and Coastal Carolina Allergy & Asthma Associates who plan and staff the camp.
Thanks also to Sunway Bus and their excellent drivers who kept our staff and campers safe as they traveled to field trips.
The campers had a great week filled with activities while also learning how to manage their conditions in a variety of situations. Our community is fortunate to have caring businesses that support children and their health.
Julie Kopnicky, Grand Strand Health and Marketing & Public Relations Director
This story was originally published September 15, 2015 at 1:16 PM with the headline "Letter | Myrtle Beach area did a great job supporting needy kids."