About Camp

Camp All-Stars

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Camp 2025

Summer Camp Registration Is Open

We can't wait to welcome your camper to an unforgettable camp experience. Our awesome camp team is gearing up to make sure every moment is safe, exciting, and jam-packed with awesome memories!

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ADA Camp: A Lifelong Connection

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) has been providing support and unforgettable experiences to children living with diabetes through our camps and family retreats since 1949. Each year, we host thousands of campers and their families across the country, offering a unique blend of adventure, education, mentorship, and fun.

Why ADA Camp?

  • Expert Care: Our camps adhere to the highest safety standards and are led by staff trained in ADA's Standards of Care in Diabetes.
  • Skill Development: Our programs equip children with essential diabetes management skills, including nutrition, exercise, emotional well-being, and glucose control, encouraging independence and confidence.
  • Social Connection: Camps provide a supportive environment for children to connect with peers, build friendships, and develop social skills.

Join Us for an Unforgettable Experience

Camp Staff Applications Open

ADA Camp offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children living with diabetes. Whether you're a licensed medical professional, student, or simply passionate about helping others, you'll be part of a team that empowers campers to learn independent diabetes management skills—all while having tons of fun! 

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Camp All-Stars
Type: Day 
2025 Dates: July 7–11 | 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Ages: 6–12
Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Host Site: Nova Southeastern University—Florida

Established in 2025, Camp All-Stars is a day camp where campers enjoy crafts, sports, swimming, and tons of other fun activities!

ADA Camp is a lifeline for children living with diabetes to develop the critical skills needed to thrive while managing their diabetes. Attending camp helps children develop social skills, self-respect and life-long friendships. Campers meet others just like them while encouraging independence, building self-confidence and gaining an awareness of a healthy lifestyle through education, nutrition, exercise, glucose control, and emotional well-being. 

 

 

Program Type2025 DatesAgesSponsored Price*
DayJuly 7-116-12$300

*Financial Assistance Available. No child will ever be turned away from camp due to cost. If the camp fee is a roadblock for your family, the American Diabetes Association® offers financial assistance. Nearly half of our families receive financial assistance to cover part or the full cost of camp.

Flexible Pricing Options. We understand that every family's financial situation is unique, that's why we offer three pricing options.

  • Full Price. This is the true cost for a child to attend camp. Families who can pay the full amount may select this option.
  • ADA Sponsored Price. Thanks to the generous support of sponsors, partners, and donations, the ADA subsidizes 50% of the full camp price, offering this discounted rate. 
  • Financial Assistance. Additional assistance is available to qualifying families who cannot afford the discounted sponsored price.

More details on pricing, financial assistance, and registration is available in our support/FAQ section below.  

Medical Directors: Lisa Kenigsberg Fechter and Lital Reitblat

Lisa Kenigsberg Fechter, MD, is a pediatric endocrinologist at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital in Hollywood, Florida. She attended the University of Florida College of Medicine, where she had the opportunity to be a counselor at a diabetes summer camp and first developed her passion for Pediatric Endocrinology. She then completed her Pediatric residency at New York University and Pediatric Endocrinology fellowship at the Children's Hospital at Montefiore. Dr. Kenigsberg Fechter is a big proponent of patient and family education, as she believes that patients have the best outcomes when they have a good understanding of their illness and treatment plan. 

Dr. Lital Reitblat is a board certified pediatric endocrinologist at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital in Hollywood, FL. She graduated from medical school at the University of Florida. She then completed her Pediatric Residency at the University of Miami, followed by her Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship at Yale University. She was a counselor at the Florida Diabetes Camp as well as being one of the camp doctors at Camp Coral Kids.

Camp Director: Tyler Lehman
Tyler Lehman

Tyler Lehman is a Camp Director currently living in Englewood, Florida. A California native, Tyler graduated with a degree in Recreation and Parks Management from Sacramento State. She has over 15 years of experience in camping and out-of-school programs including Disney Cruise Lines, a family camp near Yosemite National Park with the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department, and the YMCA in Washington DC and Southwest Florida. Tyler's passions include long-distance running, hiking, and traveling. A podcast listener, crafter, and self-proclaimed "plant parent", Tyler now resides in a small beach town, accompanied by her partner Manny and their two canine companions, Keta and Brinley.

Work and Make a Difference at Camp
2025 Camp Applications Open January 15

Are you passionate about making a difference? Join our team and help create unforgettable experiences for children living with diabetes. Whether you’re a licensed medical professional, student, or just passionate about helping others, you’ll be part of a team that empowers campers to learn independent diabetes management skills—all while having a ton of fun!  

As a member of the camp team, you'll play a vital role in:

  • Creating a safe and inclusive environment
  • Supporting campers in learning independent diabetes management skills
  • Encouraging personal growth and confidence

Explore Volunteer Opportunities

  • Licensed medical professionals & students 
  • Non-medical positions

Note: Not all positions are available at each camp. You can find specific roles for your camp when applications open. The safety of our campers is our number one priority. All volunteers, staff and medical personnel must complete an application, interview, and background check before being hired. Must be 18 years or older to apply. 

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