Camp Next Level
Camp Cell-A-Bration Next Level or Camp Next Level is the premier transition camp for teens and young adults aged 15-19. Transitioning from pediatric to adult care often comes with a host of issues and concerns including inadequate patient education, lack of medical home placement, a lack of career or college preparedness and a sense of being tossed into an abyss. Research has found that the sickle cell disease transition population (specifically ages 16-25) are in critical need of transition services to have a successful and safe transition to adult care. Luckily, the Sickle Cell Association of Texas Marc Thomas Foundation has over 21 years experience in providing transition services. In addition to our transition services which includes medical referrals, medical home placement, career counseling, mental health counseling and others, we also have a specifically tailored transition camp called Camp Next Level. At this fun and intense educational boot camp teens will be prepared for transitioning as adults with sickle cell disease. Disease education and maintenance, medical referrals, communication techniques with health professionals, medical independence, pain management techniques including yoga, college preparation and educational tools will be provided for all those that attend. This is an event you do not want your teen to miss!
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Common Questions
When is Camp Next Level?
Camp Next Level is a three-night, four-day intense transitional program held every March. NEW DATES: 2025 dates TBD
Where is Camp Next Level?
Camp Next Level will be held at Camp For All: 6301 Rehburg Rd, Burton, TX 77835
Who can attend Camp Next Level?
Teenagers ages 15-19 with sickle cell disease may attend Camp Next Level.
How can I register my teen?
You can apply for Camp Next Level here. Please fill out the form in its entirety! Deadline to register is March 3rd. There is a $30 registration fee – if you can not pay this fee, please contact info@sicklecelltx.org or call (512) 458-9767. Limited Scholarships available
Is my teen automatically accepted?
No, teenagers are not automatically accepted into Camp Next Level (i.e. first come first served). In reviewing applications, we will look at a variety of factors to determine a teen’s eligibility. We still encourage parents to turn applications in early! Spots do fill fast.
How much is it to attend Camp Next Level?
Camp Next Level is FREE for teenagers with sickle cell disease! Only a $30 registration fee must be paid with your application form. This fee must be paid by cashier’s check, cash, money order or online ONLY, checks will NOT be accepted and your registration forms will be rejected.
Please pay your application fee (and apply for Camp Next Level) here.
If you are not able to pay your application fee, you may be eligible for a scholarship. Please contact us at info@sicklecelltx.org.
How can I sponsor?
Camp is FREE for transitioning teenagers with sickle cell disease. As most of our families are economically disadvantaged, we do not want to turn a teen down because of his/her inability to pay. We are asking for your support in sponsoring a child for Camp! Please consider making a donation or sponsoring a child for this worthy cause!
Please give a donation here.
In-Kind Donation
We are in need of educational and other supplies including: snacks, paint, pens, brochures, blankets, paper, gift cards, and other supplies. Please contact us at (512) 458-9767 and we can schedule to pick up your donation.
How can I volunteer?
We are in need of volunteer camp staff, volunteer medical professionals, and camp counselors. If you are interested in volunteering please contact us at (512) 458-9767 or email us at info@sicklecelltx.org. You can also download your application below.
Volunteer Application
