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CAMPERS' CRUSADE DSS Nurses, Dorothy Goh and Angie Lee, talk about the success of the recent Children's Diabetes Camp where they turned camp leaders. |
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The children and their parents came —initially a little shy and awkward. Some were even visibly lost and listless. They did not know each other but they were certainly no strangers to Type 1 diabetes. At the recent Children's Diabetes Camp called D. C. Mission, 80 campers including children with diabetes, endocrinologist, diabetes trained nurses and volunteers came together to share their experiences and learn ways to enhance their quality of life. Organised by KK Women's and Children's Hospital and Diabetic Society Singapore held at Changi-Village Hotel from 3 to 5 June 2005, the ground-breaking programme consisted of enriching lectures, exciting games and fun-filled activities. |
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When the games got into full swing, the children lost no time in shedding their nervousness. They enjoyed working together, scoring points in the games and quizzes for their respective teams. The groups came up with creative names such as 'Sweet And Good', a clear sign of their hopes to maintain good blood sugar levels while continuing to enjoy the good things in life.
Before each meal, the children followed the routine to check their blood sugar levels with great independence! One girl gave herself an insulin injection via mid-lateral arm most effortlessly. For children with diabetes, life is not always smooth sailing. They need a lot of determination to control the amount of the food they eat, to wait for half an hour after an injection and to consistently monitor their blood glucose.
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A walk in the sand_ with shoes, of course |
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Three cheers for camaraderie, great fun and team spirit |
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The camp ended on a rather high note and lots of warm sentiments. The children realised they were not alone in the crusade against diabetes and that they could still lead happy, well-adjusted lives. The camaraderie among the children and the support the parents received from each other made parting such sweet sorrow. The courage and resolve each child showed over the three days impressed the camp leaders who were proud to say at the end, it was definitely MISSION ACCOMPLISHED.
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