Camper Health Forms
A medical exam is required only if the camper has had surgery, serious illness, an injury that has limited her activity, or has been hospitalized in the last year. Complete the health and medical history form and submit in your Camp Doc account at least three weeks prior to the start date of your campers session. If a camper will attend more than one Girl Scout camp this summer, please list all camp names and sessions on the health form. Make an appointment with your family doctor for a physical or to obtain copies of current immunization and exam records early.
No child may attend camp without submitting a health form.
Camper Medication
Health Center Staff (HCS) will work with your camper’s medication needs at camp. Questions about medications should be raised with the camp prior to the child’s arrival. To ensure a smooth transition, we recommend that your child continue the medications she needs during the school year at summer camp.
If prescription medications are brought to camp, you must complete the medication section in your Camp Doc account. The container must be in their original containers showing the prescription number, patient’s name, date filled, physician’s name, name of medication, and directions for use. Any camper coming to camp with a prescription Epi-pen® or inhaler must bring two of either, one for the infirmary and one for the unit. The HCS dispenses medication according to the directions. If a camper refuses to take prescribed medications, this refusal is documented in the health log and the parent/guardian is notified.
Camper with Disabilities
Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada makes every attempt to offer summer camp opportunities to all girls. If you have a camper with a disability, please call 702-385-3677 to discuss how we can make your camper's experience one that is exciting, appropriate, and fulfilling. The information that you share with us about your camper will be held confidential, shared only as HIPAA allows, and in accordance with your wishes.
Caring for an Illness/Accident at Camp
Parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible should a camper be taken to the doctor's office/hospital for an injury or health condition and if medication has been prescribed by the camp's healthcare supervisor (HCS). The HCS or camp director will notify the campers caregiver of any persistent conditions or ailments.
Care of Mildly Ill Camper
Staff is responsible for reporting any signs of illness to the health center staff (HCS) who will assesses each situation. The HCS may administer over-the-counter medications and medical care. If the HCS determines the camper should be sent home or seen by the healthcare consultant, they will inform the camp director and arrangements are made. In both situations, the campers caregiver will be contacted as soon as possible.
