News: New Amendments to the NYS DOH Children's Camp Code

As per amendments made in 2016 to the NYS DOH Children’s Camp Code camps have been advised to “identify camper disability information (developmental and/or physical disabilities) during the camp’s enrollment process…”  In addition, camps are advised to determine if such children have an “individual treatment, care, or behavioral plan that address a camper’s unique physical, medical, behavioral, and/or social needs.”  Such a plan is not necessary, but if one exists the details should be shared with the camp.
 
It is with regard to the new amendments that we ask the following questions:
 

1. Does this child have a severe chronic disability attributable to mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism or neurological impairment as determined by a qualified practitioner with a relevant Master’s Degree or Doctorate in Psychology?
2. If yes, does the child have an individual treatment, care, or behavioral plan?