Health Information and Requirements

MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH

We take pride in doing everything the right way at Coach O's Soccer Camp. We don't cut corners, reduce days/times, or skirt around things to make it more convenient to run camp without meeting requirements. We want it to be a great camp, and we meet all the requirements while doing so! Below are some important notices about the requirements we must meet and to make sure you understand how we handle certain situations.

This camp must comply with regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (105 CMR 430.000) & be licensed by the Local Board of Health for each town the camp is located within. Information on 105 CMR 430.000 can be obtained by calling the MDPH at 978-318-3275.

Health Notice

According to the Massachusetts Department of Health this camp is required to provide information for parents on health issues related to attending camps. This is precautionary, and meant to help you be aware of the different health concerns that exist in our world today. By adhering closely to the rules set forth by the Massachusetts Department of Health and being certified by the respective Town Health Departments, Coach O’s Soccer Teams will do everything in our power to help prevent any of these issues from actually becoming a concern for your child. However, we also invite you to check out the websites and educate yourself on each item. If you have any questions in relation to the camp and/or its health policies please contact Jimmy Odierna the camp director (information can be found at http://www.coachosoccerteams.com/welcome/boh). Information relative to the various health issues can be directed to the board of health. For more information feel free to check out the Department of Health website!

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!

Public portions of our Health Care Policies - including how w e care for mildly ill campers, what to do if your child needs medication (and what we do), emergency health care procedures, and other important policies.

Helpful Websites

• “Information about Recreational Camps in Massachusetts: Questions and Answers for Parents” (attachment below)
• http://www.mass.gov/Eeohhs2/docs/dph/environmental/sanitation/recreational_camps_faqs_parents.pdf
• “Meningococcal Disease and Camp Attendees: Commonly Asked Questions”
• http://www.mass.gov/Eeohhs2/docs/dph/cdc/meningitis/meninge_camp_common_questions.rtf
• Rabies Information:
• http://www.cdc.gov/rabies/bats.html
• Extreme Heat Information:
• http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/heat_guide.asp
• Swine Flue Information: (attachment below)
• http://www.mass.gov/dph/swineflu
• http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/
• Mumps: (attachment below)
• http://www.cdc.gov/mumps/index.html
• http://www.cdc.gov/mumps/downloads/mumps-camp.pdf

Mass Department of Health Website

• http://www.mass.gov/dph/dcs click on “Recreational Camps for Children”