Why It’s Important For Children to Get Vaccinations Before Summer Camp?

Vaccines prevent the spread of disease. It’s important for children to get their vaccines before going to summer camp or traveling to another country. In fact, vaccinations can prevent many diseases including the mumps. The types of vaccines needed depend on where your child will go this summer.

If they plan to attend summer camp, many summer camps for kids already require vaccination before you even walk through the door. If you child is headed out of the country they may need a different set of vaccinations in addition to the ones they may already have. You can which vaccinations are appropriate for you child’s age here.

The American Camp Association recommends getting vaccinated for MMR Vaccines, Chicken pox, and even meningitis before going off to summer camp.

Learn more from the resources below:

• https://www.vaccines.gov/diseases/index.html

• http://www.acacamps.org/resource-library/campline/american-camp-association-immunization-recommendations-international-staff

• http://www.acacamps.org/resource-library/campline/american-camp-association-immunization-recommendations-international-staff

Three Good Reasons You Should Send Your Child to Summer Camp

I. Social Interaction
When children attend summer camp they learn to build relationships outside of school and communicate with other peers who they’re member met before. Social interaction is very important because it teaches children how to get along with each other, and it also teaches them to respond to different situations appropriately. Thus, teaching them social skills.

II. A Safe, Supportive Environment
Supportive environments are essential to developing children no matter what age they are. However, it’s most important for children at a young age. Summer camp can provide children with a supportive environment while you’re at work and they’re outside of school.

III. Physical Activity & Healthy Eating

Many summer camps have a healthy eating program that caters to a child’s nutrition and daily activity. Summer camps also offer some type of physical activity. This is a great thing because it teaches your child that exercise and healthy eating are important. It also teaches them the importance of getting outside in a world full of technology.

Looking for the best summer camps? Give us a call today at (336) 245-4900 and ask to speak with a Parent Specialist to help you start your search!