Camp Medication for Campers

Summer Horse Camp for Girls based in the Adirondack Mountains


Dear Parents,
In our on-going commitment to meet the needs of our campers who require medication while at camp as well comply with all state regulations regarding medication dispensing for summer camps, we once again will be working with CampMeds Inc. to provide the convenient service of dispensing, packaging and shipping medications directly to our camp this summer.

Our policy and procedure for dispensing and administering medicine REQUIRES camp families to have all of your child’s medicine in PILL FORM to be dispensed by CampMeds and sent to camp prior to their arrival. This includes all pills taken daily and as needed (prescription and non-prescription).

*Our camp stocks most over the counter items such as Tylenol, Advil, Benadryl, etc. so you do not need to have CampMeds dispense those items.

Medications that are in pill form are individually packaged and sealed according to date and time of administration. Each individual packet may contain one or more pills prescribed to be given at the same time. This method of dispensing medicine during summer camp minimizes potential med errors, ensuring that every camper gets the correct medication and dosage, at the right time, on the right day. It also allows your children to return to their camp activities sooner, because administering meds that are pre-packaged and organized reduces their time spent in line waiting for meds! Our nurses now have more time to devote to your child’s other healthcare needs.

Please remember that all medication at camp is dispensed at mealtimes and bedtime. Only if medically necessary and a specific time is written on the prescription, will the meds be dispensed at a different time of day. You are responsible to check that your child’s prescriptions are written exactly how and when the medication is to be given.

We want to be clear that we do expect 100% participation from families with campers who will need medication while at camp. The only exception to this procedure is if CampMeds notifies us that they are unable to accept your insurance. If your camper does not take medication in pill form, you do not need to register with CampMeds.

If your camper will be taking medication at camp this summer, please read the following detailed letter, and visit their website, www.campmeds.com for additional information and to register your camper.

We are confident that this program continues to help us achieve our primary goal; the health, well-being and safety of your child.

Regards,
Harvey and Marleen Goodman

 

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO: Register at CampMeds.com

  • Note your order number you will receive when registered. Print out receipt from registration.
  • Obtain original prescriptions written for 30 DAY INCREMENTS. Write order number on top corner of each prescription. *DO NOT SEND US THE MEDICATION, ONLY THE WRITTEN PRESCRIPTIONS.
  • If your child is staying longer than 30 days, make sure the prescription is written with refills.
  • If your child is staying longer than 30 days and is taking a CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, law requires a new prescription must be written for each 30 day increment. Send all prescriptions together.

MAKE SURE PRESCRIPTIONS ARE WRITTEN EXACTLY HOW (DAILY OR AS NEEDED) AND WHEN YOUR CHILD TAKES THE MEDICATION. PLEASE REFER TO THE FAQ'S FOR DETAILS ON PRESCRIPTIONS ON OUR WEBSITE CAMPMEDS.COM

Non-prescription meds / vitamins: physician's authorization or clear administration directions written by parent is required. Include a copy of both sides of your insurance / prescription card. Mail prescriptions, registration receipt and copy of insurance card directly to: CampMeds, 10401 NW 53rd St., Sunrise, Florida 33351.

FEES: The packaging fee will be charged to your credit card immediately upon registration. Fees are per camper, not prescription, and do not include the cost of the medicine.

  • OUR PACKAGING FEE for campers attending up to 30 days of camp is $40 including shipping.
  • OUR PACKAGING FEE for campers attending over 30 days of camp is $50 including shipping.

DEADLINES:

  • Children attending camp beginning JUNE 25; above items must be received no later than May 25
  • Children attending camp beginning July 1; above items must be received no later than June 1st.
  • Children attending camp beginning August 1; above items must be received no later than July 1st.

A LATE FEE OF $25 will be charged to your credit card if any of the items above are received after the deadline date. Please be aware that you are responsible for all med changes after a prescription has been filled or packaged.

EMAIL NOTIFICATION: You will be notified by email when CampMeds receives your prescriptions and when the meds are sent to camp. Please call CampMeds if you do not receive a confirming email within one week after sending the prescription.

INSURANCE / PRESCRIPTION MEDS: CampMeds's affiliate, licenses pharmacy, FIRST CHOICE RX PHARMACY, accepts most insurance plans. They will verify your insurance, and bill for prescription drugs. You are responsible for the co-payments and deductibles which will appear on your credit card statement during the summer months after your child is in camp, or after returning home. You are responsible to notify CampMeds of any changes to your credit card and/or insurance plan. If the pharmacy is not a provider for your plan, you will be notified and given the option to contact camp for alternative arrangements.

MEDS NOT COVERED BY INSURANCE: These meds will be charged to your credit card by First Choice Rx.

Please refer to our website CAMPMEDS.COM for registration, details and questions. If you are unable to register online, please call 954-577-0025.