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Healthcare Workers Make a Difference as Summer Camp Volunteers

Where to Volunteer

To find camp volunteer opportunities, contact:

• American Camp Association: The Special Needs section lists camps needing medical volunteers.
  
• MySummerCamps.com: Lists summer camps for children, including medically supervised camps.
  
• American Lung Association: Sponsors asthma camps nationwide.
  
• The Muscular Dystrophy Association: Sponsors summer camps for children and teens with neuromuscular diseases.

Most organizations accept applications year-round until the camp begins. There is no fee to volunteer, and camps provide orientation, training, food, lodging and medical supplies.

This article originally appeared on Monster Advice.

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