Barton Center Summer Day Camps

Unveiling the heart of a child's summer adventure, Barton's Summer Day Camps offer a haven of fun, camaraderie, and self-discovery. With a primary focus on sports, diabetes management, and catering to other special needs, this camp truly believes that every child is a gem waiting to be polished. Brought to you by The Barton Center for Diabetes Education, this camp stands tall as one of the nation's largest independent programs dedicated to children living with diabetes. The center's noble mission reaches beyond mere fun and games. It’s an all-year sanctuary where learning intertwines with shared experiences, fostering support and motivation for these brave children and their families. Housing several programs, the Barton Center welcomes over 2,000 children annually. Each program, from the Clara Barton Resident Camp for girls and Camp Joslin for boys to Vermont Overnight Camp, aims to create an environment that's as educational as it is entertaining. And let's not forget the coed Adventure Programs, Family Programs, and coed Day Camps spread across New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. These camps are not just about summer; they're about building resilient children and creating memories that last a lifetime. At Barton's Summer Day Camps, kids aren’t just camping; they’re forging bonds, overcoming challenges, and most importantly, they’re learning to shine. It's more than just a summer camp; it's a life-changing experience that adds a silver lining to the cloud of diabetes. Here, every sunrise promises a new adventure and every sunset assures a newfound strength.