faqs

how much does KRTW cost? The KRTW Ropes Course event is $15 and includes breakfast, lunch and snacks. If your family cannot afford an event, please contact us for opportunities to receive a scholarship.

how old does my child have to be? Your child must be between the ages of 11 – 15.

can I come with my child? KRTW is all about empowerment and learning how to make good decisions on your own, therefore, no parents are allowed at the event. But please note that kids are divided up into like age groups and with adult leaders, many of whom have diabetes themselves.

my child was just diagnosed. can they still come? Yes, your child may still attend. Any child with diabetes, between the ages of 11 – 15, is welcome.

where do I drop-off/pick-up my child? There will be a designated drop-off/pick-up location that you will receive in your KRTW Packet of Information along with a map once your registration is received.

will there be a doctor on site? Yes, a KRTW doctor will be on site all day to treat high and low blood-sugars, to answer any questions and provide medical attention.

will someone be at KRTW to help my child figure out how much insulin to take? to help my child test his/her blood sugar? Counselors, as well as staff and volunteers will be on hand for group blood-sugar checks, during lunch and snacks, and throughout the day to help kids test and calculate how much insulin to take, based on their own carbohydrate-to-insulin ratio. In addition, our KRTW doctor is also present during the entire day to trouble shoot any situations.

my child has type 2 diabetes. can they still attend? Any child with diabetes can attend.

my child has many needs with their diabetes. since I can’t be at the event, how do I make sure their needs are met? Once you register, you will be sent a series of medical forms to complete and send back. When received, we go through each form, calling attention to any child who may have a particular need. We bring that need to the attention of the KRTW doctor. In addition, your child’s medical records travel with KRTW staff all day at the event. Lastly, we hold a Parent/Child KRTW Orientation before the event so parents can meet with the doctor and discuss any concerns.

can you accommodate children with special dietary needs? Yes, if your child has food allergies, celiac disease or any special dietary need we will accommodate them.

how do I prepare my child for this physical day? At the Parent/Child KRTW Orientation before the event, the KRTW doctor will discuss ways parents can help their child prepare for this event. Topics include adjusting basil rates on pumps, the amount of insulin to take the day before KRTW, the type of food to eat before the event, etc. But, the best course of action is to contact your child’s doctor.