Elevate & Relate

Alliance for Camp Health

Elevate & Relate: The Alliance for Camp Health Podcast Conversations on Clinical Care, Camp Culture, and Community Welcome to Elevate & Relate, the definitive podcast for healthcare professionals, behavioral health specialists, and youth development leaders working in summer camps and out-of-school time programs. Hosted by John Hamilton and Kelley Freridge from the Alliance for Camp Health, this show bridges clinical care expertise with camp culture, creating essential conversations for anyone dedicated to elevating care in youth-serving programs. Every episode brings you in-depth conversations with camp nurses, physicians, mental health professionals, behavioral health specialists, camp directors, thought leaders, researchers, and youth development professionals who are transforming the landscape of camp health and wellness. From innovative tick prevention strategies through creative dance routines to cutting-edge approaches in mental health support, our guests share real-world experiences, evidence-based practices, and actionable insights that make a difference in young people's lives. What You'll Discover: Expert-led education on camp health and safety protocols Evidence-based practices for physical and behavioral health in youth programs Stories of innovation and problem-solving from the field Research-backed strategies for addressing youth well-being Professional development insights for healthcare providers in camp settings. Community-building approaches that strengthen camp culture Leadership perspectives from camp directors and health professionals The Alliance for Camp Health is the leading national authority on health and well-being in camps and out-of-school time programs. We prepare youth development leaders, healthcare providers, and behavioral health specialists through expert-led education, evidence-based practices, and strategic partnerships. Together, we're elevating care for healthier communities and building a stronger future for youth-serving programs. As the landscape of camp health continues to evolve, our purpose remains constant: we are focused on care. Join our #CareTeam as we explore how innovative professionals are creating healthier camp communities, generating new evidence, and improving outcomes one conversation at a time. New episodes feature discussions, interactive moments, and actionable takeaways for youth serving programs. Whether you're treating scraped knees or developing comprehensive wellness programs, this podcast provides the knowledge, inspiration, and the community you need to excel in youth-serving environments. Subscribe now to join thousands of healthcare professionals, camp leaders, and youth development specialists who are shaping the future of camp health and well-being. Together, we're elevating care for healthier communities. #ElevateAndRelate Music from #Uppbeat : https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/some-skies License code: UFEQNHPMLKDAOGRK Join ACH: https://allianceforcamphealth.org/about-us/membership/ Sign Up for our Free Newsletter: https://allianceforcamphealth.org/#elevate-subscribe

Episodes

  1. JAN 20

    Camp Care, Measured with Kate Finlayson

    On today's show, how a Pediatric Nurse, Camp Health Leader, and ACH SHAPE task force member, brought hospital level quality thinking to the health center. We talk about the first evidence-based set of quality metrics for pediatric residential camp health services, what camp directors can do with the data, and why staff well-being belongs in the same dashboard as camper care. Joining us is Kate Finlayson, the Director of Health and Wellness at Camp YJ and one of our very own CampWell facilitators. Follow Kate on LinkedIn at: bit.ly/KateFinlaysonCampYJ #CampWell #ElevatingCare

    48 min

  2. 10/24/2025

    Exploring Youth Voice with Maru Gonzalez

    In this episode, we talk with Dr. Maru Gonzalez, Associate Professor and Youth Development Specialist in NC State’s Department of Agricultural and Human Sciences. Maru’s work centers on how young people build belonging and agency through civic engagement, storytelling, and community connection. She shares insights from her work as co-director of #PassTheMicYouth, a youth-led multimedia initiative that amplifies young voices and provides educators with research-based tools for teaching social impact storytelling. Our conversation covers her books Teaching Storytelling in Classrooms & Communities: Amplifying Student Voices and Inspiring Social Change and her forthcoming The Community Engaged Classroom. References Kokozos, M., & Gonzalez, M. (2024). Collaborating for Social Change: Promising Practices for Effective Youth-Adult Partnerships. The Journal of Extension, 62(3). Gonzalez, M., Kokozos, M., McKee, K., & Byrd, C. (2024). Storytelling through a Critical Positive Youth Development Framework: A Mixed Methods Approach. Journal of Youth Development, 19(1), 1-14. Gonzalez, M., Kokozos, M., & Byrd, C. (2025). Teaching storytelling in classrooms and communities: Amplifying student voices and inspiring social change. Routledge. 10.4324/9781003461753. https://www.routledge.com/Teaching-Storytelling-in-Classrooms-and-Communities-Amplifying-Student-Voices-and-Inspiring-Social-Change/Gonzalez-Kokozos-Byrd/p/book/9781032598925  Pass the Mic Youth. (n.d.). Pass the Mic Youth. North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension. Retrieved from https://passthemicyouth.ces.ncsu.edu/

    50 min

  3. 09/11/2025

    Fight the Bite, a Summer 2025 Reflection

    Welcome to the very first episode of Elevate and Relate, an Alliance for Camp Health Podcast. Today we’re going on a dive deep into tick-borne conditions and prevention while also focusing on the  incredible work being done to keep our kids safe outside at camp this last summer. #FightTheBite #ElevatingCare #Lyme Join ACH: https://allianceforcamphealth.org/about-us/membership/ Free Newsletter: https://allianceforcamphealth.org/#elevate-subscribe Fight the Bite: https://allianceforcamphealth.org/ticks-and-lyme-disease/

    31 min
  • 3 Episodes

About

Elevate & Relate: The Alliance for Camp Health Podcast Conversations on Clinical Care, Camp Culture, and Community Welcome to Elevate & Relate, the definitive podcast for healthcare professionals, behavioral health specialists, and youth development leaders working in summer camps and out-of-school time programs. Hosted by John Hamilton and Kelley Freridge from the Alliance for Camp Health, this show bridges clinical care expertise with camp culture, creating essential conversations for anyone dedicated to elevating care in youth-serving programs. Every episode brings you in-depth conversations with camp nurses, physicians, mental health professionals, behavioral health specialists, camp directors, thought leaders, researchers, and youth development professionals who are transforming the landscape of camp health and wellness. From innovative tick prevention strategies through creative dance routines to cutting-edge approaches in mental health support, our guests share real-world experiences, evidence-based practices, and actionable insights that make a difference in young people's lives. What You'll Discover: Expert-led education on camp health and safety protocols Evidence-based practices for physical and behavioral health in youth programs Stories of innovation and problem-solving from the field Research-backed strategies for addressing youth well-being Professional development insights for healthcare providers in camp settings. Community-building approaches that strengthen camp culture Leadership perspectives from camp directors and health professionals The Alliance for Camp Health is the leading national authority on health and well-being in camps and out-of-school time programs. We prepare youth development leaders, healthcare providers, and behavioral health specialists through expert-led education, evidence-based practices, and strategic partnerships. Together, we're elevating care for healthier communities and building a stronger future for youth-serving programs. As the landscape of camp health continues to evolve, our purpose remains constant: we are focused on care. Join our #CareTeam as we explore how innovative professionals are creating healthier camp communities, generating new evidence, and improving outcomes one conversation at a time. New episodes feature discussions, interactive moments, and actionable takeaways for youth serving programs. Whether you're treating scraped knees or developing comprehensive wellness programs, this podcast provides the knowledge, inspiration, and the community you need to excel in youth-serving environments. Subscribe now to join thousands of healthcare professionals, camp leaders, and youth development specialists who are shaping the future of camp health and well-being. Together, we're elevating care for healthier communities. #ElevateAndRelate Music from #Uppbeat : https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/some-skies License code: UFEQNHPMLKDAOGRK Join ACH: https://allianceforcamphealth.org/about-us/membership/ Sign Up for our Free Newsletter: https://allianceforcamphealth.org/#elevate-subscribe

Information

  • Creator
    Alliance for Camp Health
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Alliance for Camp Health
  • Show Website
    Elevate & Relate