Camp Leo for Children with Diabetes

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Camp Leo for Children with Diabetes

Fostering a community that empowers, educates and inspires those with T1D through year-round programs

05/27/2026

Meet Amy 💙

Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do at Type 1 United and Camp Leo. From creating safe and supportive spaces to helping children and families feel understood, volunteers like Amy play a vital role in building connection, confidence, and community for those living with Type 1 diabetes.

Our programs are made possible by people who show up with compassion, energy, and a willingness to make a difference — and the impact reaches far beyond camp.

Interested in getting involved with our community? We’d love to connect - https://www.campleo.org/volunteer

05/19/2026

✈️💙 The sky is no longer the limit for youth living with Type 1 Diabetes.

Join Alaska Airlines pilot and fellow T1D Joe Soter for an unforgettable day exploring the world of aviation at Alaska Airlines Aviation Day on May 30, 2026 in Renton, WA!

This free event invites youth ages 11–18 living with T1D to discover exciting careers in aviation through hands-on activities, class sessions, and real conversations with professionals across the industry. From pilots and engineers to coders, dispatchers, customer service agents, creatives, and more — the possibilities are wide open.

Before 2019, people living with type 1 diabetes weren’t permitted to fly commercially in the United States. Today, that has changed — and this event is all about showing the next generation what’s possible.

We’re excited to help share this opportunity with our T1D community and encourage youth to dream big, explore boldly, and take to the skies. 💙

📍 Renton, WA
📅 May 30, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM
👥 Ages 11–18

🔗 Learn more & register:
https://tinyurl.com/t1dsataviationday

Alaska Airlines

05/04/2026

📣 Medical Needed – Camp Leo (Summer 2026)

We’re currently recruiting medical volunteers to support Camp Leo, a summer camp for youth living with Type 1 diabetes in the Puget Sound area.

Current needs:
• Registered Dietitians (RDs)- high priority
• MDs
• ARNPs
• PharmDs
• RNs

This is a multi-day, overnight camp experience where you’ll work alongside an experienced team supporting daily diabetes management while helping create a fun, safe, and empowering environment for campers.

📍 Auburn, WA (Black Diamond Camp)
📅 July–August 2026 sessions

If you’re interested in learning more or getting involved, check out the link below or feel free to reach out directly.

👉 https://campleo.campbrainstaff.com/

05/02/2026

Weekends like this are a little preview of what summer at Camp Leo feels like 🌲 ☀️🐦 🎶

Fresh air, tall trees, open space to run around, and time to just be a kid.

From archery and field games to quiet moments under the trees, camp is where connection grows—confidence, friendships, and independence too.

Whether you’re heading into elementary, middle, or high school, there’s a place for you here. And for a few days, diabetes isn’t the thing that sets you apart—it’s just part of the background.

We’re counting down to summer ✨

Interested in being part of it as a volunteer? We’d love to have you—check out our page to learn more.

🔗 https://www.campleo.org/

04/22/2026

We need volunteers! Know anyone who might be interested?

Looking to use your clinical skills in a way that’s hands-on, meaningful, and deeply impactful? Type 1 United is seeking medical volunteers to join us at Camp Leo, where you’ll help provide safe, supportive care for campers living with Type 1 diabetes—all while being part of a community that truly understands.

This is a 4–6 day, live-in volunteer experience where you’ll:

Support a cabin of 6–10 campers
Provide ongoing diabetes management and general medical care
Collaborate with a team of experienced medical professionals
Help create a space where diabetes becomes the norm—not the exception

We’re looking for:

RN, LPN, ARNP, MD, EMT, Pharmacist (PharmD/RPh), Registered Dietitian—and nursing or medical students with relevant experience or strong interest in diabetes care.

Whether you’re building clinical experience, exploring pediatrics or endocrinology, or simply looking to give back in a meaningful way—this is an opportunity to grow while making a real difference.

📍 Washington State
📅 Summer 2026 Camp Sessions
🔗 Learn more & apply: https://campleo.campbrainstaff.com/

04/16/2026

🩺 Calling Medical Professionals — Make a Real Impact This Summer

At Camp Leo, you’re not just volunteering — you’re leading care for children living with Type 1 diabetes.

Our medical volunteers are at the heart of everything we do:
• Managing daily diabetes care & treatment decisions
• Monitoring blood glucose & responding in real time
• Collaborating with physicians & medical leads
• Supporting campers’ safety, confidence, and independence
You’ll work directly with a small group of campers, helping them navigate life with T1D — safely, confidently, and with a sense of belonging.

We’re currently seeking:
RNs, LPNs, NPs, MDs, Pharmacists, Dietitians, EMTs & Medical Students
This is hands-on, meaningful work — where your clinical skills directly shape a child’s experience.

👉 Learn more + apply: https://www.campleo.org/volunteer
📍 Washington State | Overnight camp setting
💙 Because every child deserves to feel like diabetes is the norm — not the exception

03/24/2026

💙🏕️ Camp Leo is where kids with Type 1 diabetes experience the magic of summer—together. With supportive staff, a strong sense of community, and space to just be a kid, campers leave feeling more confident, connected, and understood. 🦁

03/17/2026

☀️ Camp Leo is more than just summer camp — it’s a place where kids with type 1 diabetes can just be kids.

With experienced medical volunteers on-site 24/7, campers are supported every step of the way — from blood sugar checks to mealtime dosing and everything in between. Our team creates a safe, empowering environment so kids can build confidence, independence, and lifelong friendships.

Parents can rest easy knowing their child is cared for by people who truly understand life with T1D 💙

Spots are filling quickly — join us this summer!

🔗 Register today: https://www.t1united.org/campleo

💉💪

02/25/2026

🦁 Why Camp Leo Is Truly One-of-a-Kind:

There are other Type 1 camps out there — but Camp Leo is the only residential/overnight camp in Western Washington created specifically for kids with Type 1 Diabetes.

What makes that so important?
Because when campers stay overnight, they’re surrounded by a full community that understands T1D — supported by 24/7 medical care from licensed medical volunteers, including endocrinologists, nurses, diabetes educators, and trained volunteers.

A few things parents always ask (and love to hear):
• Safety first: Every camper receives individualized diabetes care with round-the-clock monitoring.
• Carb counts + meals: All meals and snacks are carb-counted and prepared with T1D needs in mind.
• Device-friendly: Pumps, CGMs, injections — whatever your child uses, our medical volunteers can support it.
• Independence-building: Campers learn new skills, build confidence, and experience true community.
• Fun comes standard: Theme days, cabin activities, outdoor adventures, talent shows, and so much more.

Camp Leo is where kids feel understood, safe, and empowered… and where lifelong friendships begin. 💙

Learn more or explore our FAQ:
www.campleo.org/faq

🔗 Plan for camp: www.campleo.org/plan-for-camp

02/17/2026

Camp Leo VIBES💙🏕️

Just around the corner: cabin chats, campfire laughs, new friendships, growing confidence, and a whole lot of T1D community magic.

We can already feel the sunshine and see those brave, beaming smiles.

Summer can’t come soon enough. ✨
https://www.campleo.org/

Address

31811 Pacific Highway South Suite B #224, Federal Way
Federal Way, WA
98003

Telephone

(206) 486-8486

Website

http://www.campleo.org/

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