Category Archives: Diabetes Camp

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From Diagnosis to Camp: The Mihelich Family’s Story

Posted on January 31, 2018 by

March 18, 1990 was a night that Randy Mihelich would never forget. That night, he was brought to Elmhurst Hospital by his parents, and subsequently learned that his blood glucose was 1,029, far exceeding the average range. Randy was diagnosed … Continue reading →

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“These Kids Are Just Like Me!”

Posted on February 6, 2017 by
Cindy with one of her campers

As I saw for myself at Camp Wana Kura, children with diabetes thrive when they don’t feel so alone. Continue reading →

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Live. Work. Play: Molly’s Diabetes Story

Posted on December 22, 2016 by
Molly with her sons at a Step Out Walk.

“I believe everything happens for a reason, and my reason for having diabetes is to help others.” Continue reading →

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Live. Work. Play: Kaylee’s Diabetes Story

Posted on August 31, 2016 by

My parents cried the first time I went off to camp; they didn’t want to leave me alone. It was my first sleepover camp and my first time away from them—the first time someone else would help me with my diabetes. I, however, was very excited about the possibilities of developing new friendships and learning from my counselors. Continue reading →

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All in the Family: Jessi’s Diabetes Camp Story

Posted on July 13, 2016 by

Jessi Thaller-Moran returned to Diabetes Camp for the 19th time this year–find out what keeps bringing her back. Continue reading →

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Swimming, Archery and Empowerment: Lisa and Nichole’s Diabetes Camp Story

Posted on June 1, 2016 by

Diabetes Camps provide a safe place for children living with diabetes to just be kids and enjoy traditional summer camp activities–Lisa shares her daughter Nichole’s Diabetes Camp story. Continue reading →

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