New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) Resources

Children's Camps
Information regarding regulations, fact sheets, required certifications, managing illness, Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs, forms, incident summary reports, and State Camp Safety Advisory Council meetings. 

Children's Camps in New York State
FAQs regarding staff credentials, health, camp safety, swimming, trips, sports and activities, fire safety, location facilities, nutrition, and rights and responsibilities. 

Camp Sunshine 
Camp Sunshine provides retreats combining respite, recreation, and support while enabling hope and promoting joy for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families through the various stages of a child’s illness. Programs are offered year-round and have the distinction of being designed to serve the entire family in a retreat model. The program is free of charge to families and includes on-site medical support. 

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