Kids With Diabetes Resources
Information for Parents: Learning About Diabetes – provides visitors and health care professionals with simply written information on diabetes care. They try to use art and design in novel ways to help readers better understand diabetes. About Kids Health – Children health-related resources from the Hospital for Sick Children of Toronto Canada. They offer a very wide spectrum of thorough information on children physical and mental health issues. For information on Juvenile Diabetes in infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, please refer to this link. Healthychildren.org – This website offers a great compilation of information by American Academy of Pediatrics. Here you will a lot of information about children’s health issues, childcare, and family well-being. For parents who have a busy life schedule, this website offers an audio playback function so that you can listen to the information while juggling with other duties. And to make the information available to Spanish speaking parents, all articles on this website can be translated into Spanish with one click of a button. For general information on Juvenile Diabetes, please click on this link. For information on Diabetes treatments, please click on this link. The Bump – A website catered to pregnant mothers and new parents. It covers topics related to pregnancy, baby and toddler care. ADA For Parents & Kids – The American Diabetes Association focuses on everything related to Diabetes. This area of org is catered specially to parents whose children have recently been diagnosed with Diabetes. Children with Diabetes – Offers a tremendous amount of information for children and parents about Diabetes. A Sweet life: The Diabetes Magazine – a great source of information on the latest news of Diabetes KidsHealth Continue reading >>
Type 1 Diabetes - Community - Jdrf Australia
JDRF is committed to improving the lives of the type 1 diabetes community by keeping you informed about the latest developments in type 1 diabetes research and by providing a range of support services to help you from initial diagnosis through to managing life with type 1 diabetes. Our type 1 diabetes blog has regular posts about life with type 1 diabetes, medical research and the search for a cure. The posts will be about all things type 1 diabetes and readers have the ability to post comments. We want to bring people together into an empowered and dynamic online community, and to encourage information sharing, friendships and informal support mechanisms in our community. Join us and get talking. Our Peer Support Program connects peopleaffected by type 1 diabetes together so they can quickly gain the support of the community and learn how to effectively manage life with type 1 diabetes. Our online support team is made up of many compassionate volunteers who know first-hand the ever-changing demands of living with T1D. Contact us with your questions . The digital Straight to the Point is a definitive guide to life with type 1 diabetes as an adult. Written by adults with type 1 diabetes and health care professionals, it contains practical advice on day-to-day life with type 1 diabetes. Download it now . Passionate people around Australia from the type 1 diabetes community are committed to providing a support system for other families and individuals living with the disease. Join them at a support group near you now. Find out more about accessing government subsidies to help make insulin pump therapy more affordable and accessible to children under 18. Connect with the type 1 diabetes community at one of these fun community events . Continue reading >>
Type 1 Diabetes Resources And Support
Find support you need when you need it most Whether you're interested in joining a vibrant online T1D community, in need of advice from someone who’s been there or looking for educational tools to help you or your loved one manage the disease—JDRF is here to help. Whatever your question and wherever you are, JDRF’s online T1D resource community connects you with others—online or in your area—who’ve been where you are. Support and information near you JDRF chapters offer a variety of events to inform, support and connect you with the T1D community. Along with several generous partners, we provide information to help you understand and better manage the daily burden of T1D to stay as strong and healthy as possible. When your child receives a diagnosis of T1D, it can feel overwhelming. As you adjust to life with T1D, you’ll find helpful information and support in the JDRF Bag of Hope®. The JDRF T1D Care Kit is a free resource providing information and tools to educate, support and inspire adults newly diagnosed with T1D. Toolkits for all ages and stages Our free T1D toolkits for parents, adults and educators are comprehensive guides that arm you with the knowledge, resources and confidence you and your family need to navigate life with T1D. Continue reading >>
Diabetes Programs And Supplies
For diabetic patients who need financial assistance with supplies and related health care items and services, the following programs may be of help. Please note that applications must be submitted to the programs and not to PPA® . Categories Insulin Access Programs Blink Health is working with Eli Lilly and Company to offer a 40 percent discount on Lilly insulins. The Blink Health Insulin Patient Access Program delivers the 40 percent discount directly to patients and will be honored at over 67,000 local pharmacies nationwide. Anyone can participate in the Blink Health Insulin Patient Access Program via the Blink Health mobile app (available for iOS & Android) or website, www.blinkhealth.com, which has no membership fees or monthly premiums. Patients enter the form, dosage and quantity of the Lilly insulin that matches their prescription. The discount will be automatically applied. Payments are made online and the prescriptions can be picked up at virtually any U.S. pharmacy, including: Walgreens, CVS/pharmacy, Target, RiteAid, Safeway and Kroger. People using federal government programs are not eligible. Purchases are fully refundable. Assistance: Insulin Free Glucose Meters Abbott Diabetes Care provides free blood glucose monitoring system kits to those with diabetes. Abbott Diabetes Care, Inc. 1360 South Loop Road Alameda, CA 94502 USA Tel: 888-522-5226 Fax: 202-337-8314 Email: [email protected] Assistance: Free Glucose Meters Test Strips Roche Diagnostics, the maker of ACCU-CHEK® Products provides a limited supply of ACCU-CHEK Aviva test strips to a network of community clinics and health centers throughout the U.S. to distribute to their low-income and uninsured patients with diabetes. Roache Diagnostics Corporation 9115 Hague Road Indianapolis, IN 46250 Phone: 800 Continue reading >>
Linking Community Resources In Diabetes Care: A Role For Technology?
Go to: Introduction Researchers estimate that approximately 60 % of diabetes cases [1] and 30 % of diabetes complications [2, 3] can be prevented through lifestyle modification. These are not new findings, and comprehensive programs have been launched over the past decade to develop effective strategies for promoting healthy behavior. Community-based strategies have gained increasing attention and represent a promising area for development in chronic disease care [4•, 5, 6•]. In fact, the Chronic Care Model (CCM) recommends structural changes in six distinct areas, one emphasizing the mobilization of community resources [7]. However, recent systematic reviews of diabetes CCM interventions and diabetes internet interventions have noted the paucity of studies that link patients to community resources and have called for more work in this area to enhance patient-centered care for vulnerable populations [6•, 8•]. Accordingly, truly successful diabetes management and prevention programs will need to investigate this missing link between healthcare programming and local community context. When leveraged appropriately, linkages to community resources (e.g., farmer’s markets, fitness centers, support groups) have been shown to improve outcomes in diabetes care [9], overcome health disparities [5, 10•], and reduce healthcare spending [4•]. All of these outcomes are critically relevant in current healthcare reform, making the development of effective methods increasingly urgent. Technology is a promising vehicle for accomplishing these goals in a practical way. Its use in diabetes self-management has grown exponentially in recent years, particularly in areas of patient knowledge, self-monitoring, and personal health tracking. Many patients now have access to online Continue reading >>
Type 1 Diabetes: Resources
Organizations American Association of Diabetes Educators 100 West Monroe Street Suite 400 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 1-800-338-3633 Fax: (312) 424-2427 E-mail: [email protected] Web Address: The American Association of Diabetes Educators is made up of doctors, nurses, dietitians, and other health professionals with special interest and training in diabetes care. It can supply the names of these types of health professionals in your local area. American Diabetes Association (ADA) 1701 North Beauregard Street Alexandria, VA 22311 Phone: 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383) E-mail: [email protected] Web Address: The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is a national organization for health professionals and consumers. Almost every state has a local office. ADA sets the standards for the care of people with diabetes. Its focus is on research for the prevention and treatment of all types of diabetes. ADA provides patient and professional education mainly through its publications, which include the monthly magazine Diabetes Forecast, books, brochures, cookbooks and meal planning guides, and pamphlets. It provides information for parents about caring for a child with diabetes. Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International 120 Wall Street New York, NY 10005-4001 Phone: 1-800-533-CURE (1-800-533-2873) Fax: (212) 785-9595 E-mail: [email protected] Web Address: The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International's mission is to find a cure for diabetes and its complications through research. This organization publishes a wide variety of booklets on complications and treatments of diabetes. The organization's focus is on research for the prevention and treatment of type 1 diabetes. National Diabetes Education Program (National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, Continue reading >>
Diabetes: Public Resources
Are You at Risk? Type 2 diabetes prevention is possible, powerful, and proven! It is important to find out early if you are at risk for type 2 diabetes or if you have prediabetes. To find out your risk, take this quick Risk Test (link is external) from the National Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), or complete the Take the Test. Know Your Score. risk assessment below the navigation on this page. If you are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes, there are many things you can do! Learn more at the CDC Preventing or Delaying Type 2 Diabetes (link is external) page. Additional information about prediabetes can be found at CDC's The Surprising Truth About Prediabetes (link is external) page. Also, don't forget to check out your source for local and national diabetes resources: www.DiabetesLocal.org (link is external). Taking Care of Your Diabetes Diabetes Self-Care Booklet: English, 12 pages (PDF, 847 KB) This 12-page booklet explains diabetes, diabetes self-care, and lists the tests, exams, and medical checks you need to have in order to take care of your diabetes. Personal Diabetes Care Record: English, 2 pages (PDF, 553 KB) This two-page wallet card provides a place for you to record tests, exams, and medical checks you need to have in order to take care of your diabetes. Blood Sugar Log Booklet: This booklet provides a place to record three months of blood sugar test results. Cholesterol and Blood Pressure Cholesterol and blood pressure are important to keep track of when you have diabetes. Your doctor should monitor your cholesterol and blood pressure regularly. For information about cholesterol and blood pressure, click on the following links: Diabetes and Heart Disease Diabetes increases a person's risk for heart disease. About three-quarters of people Continue reading >>
Padre Foundation - Resource Links
American Diabetes Association: The mission of the ADA is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. Children with Diabetes : The mission of Children with Diabetes is to promote understanding of the care and treatment of diabetes, especially in children; to increase awareness of the need for unrestricted diabetes care for children at school and daycare; to support families living with diabetes; and to promote understanding of research into a cure. Community Wellness Support/Hoag Diabetes Center Orange County : The Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes Center offers a variety of wellness and support services for its patients and the community. Diabetes Camping and Educational Services, Inc./Camp Conrad Chinnock : Conrad Chinnock offers multiple sessions for youth, teens and families living with Type 1 diabetes. The medical program is designed to impart self-management skills that can lead to a longer and healthier life. All cabins are fully enclosed to accommodate eight to 10 youth and a trained counselor. All sessions are led by a pediatric endocrinologist, and a team of physicians, nurses and dietitians. The camp's registered dietitians plan meals and snacks based on a carbohydrate-counting system. Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation : JDRF, the leading charitable funder and advocate of juvenile (Type 1) diabetes research worldwide, was founded in 1970 by the parents of children with juvenile diabetes. JDRF's mission is constant: to find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research. Mini Pharmacy: Mini Pharmacy celebrates over 35 years of serving the community, providing convenient home-delivery of diabetes prescription services and diabetic supplies by mail with FREE shipping within the U.S. When you o Continue reading >>
Resources For Children And Teens
When children or teens have diabetes, it is most often type 1 diabetes. However, type 2 diabetes is becoming more common in young people. Learn more about the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, and find out how to lower the risk of your child or teen getting type 2 diabetes. Youth and Teens NDEP offers information about diabetes in children and teens as well as tools and resources to help them manage their diabetes. Managing Diabetes at School Playbook Resources to help parents make a game plan for their child’s diabetes care at school. Diabetes Resources for Schools Students with diabetes are more likely to succeed in school when the student’s school health team and the student’s personal diabetes health care team work together. Transitions: From Pediatric to Adult Health Care Transitioning from teenage years to adulthood can be stressful for teens with diabetes and their families. Visit this website to find materials to help teens with diabetes make a smooth transition to adult health care. Eagle Books The Eagle Books for children and youth were developed by CDC’s Native Diabetes Wellness Program in collaboration with the Tribal Leaders Diabetes Committee and the Indian Health Service. They use stories to teach about the joy of physical activity, eating healthy foods, and traditional ways of being healthy. Continue reading >>
Type 1 Diabetes Program | Patient Resources
#1 Ranked Children's Hospital by U. S. News & World Report Type 1 Diabetes Program | Patient Resources Its essential to remember that while learning that your child is struggling with diabetes can feel very isolating, many children and their families have been down this path before. Weve helped them, and we can help you, too. There are lots of resources available for your familywithin Boston Childrens, in the outside community and online. From the very first visit, our staff will be on hand to walk you through your childs treatment plan and help answer any questions you may have. And theyll also reach out to you by phone, continuing the care and support you received while at Boston Childrens. Want to talk with someone else whose child has been treated for diabetes? We can put you in touch with other families who have been through similar experiences and can share their stories. Social work and mental health professionals Our social workers and mental health clinicians have helped many other families in your situation. We can offer counseling and assistance with issues such as coping with your childs diagnosis, stresses relating to coping with illness and dealing with financial difficulties. Want to learn more about living with diabetes? Here are some good sites: The American Diabetes Associationoffers the basic facts about diabetes treatment, as well as issues patients and families may face in the months and years ahead. You can also download a blood glucose journal from the ADA. Heres a pageto help you understand how average glucose is measured. American Association of Diabetes Educators provides tips and education about caring for your child and helping her manage her diabetes. The American Dietetic Association features information about how changes in diet can help Continue reading >>
Support Your Patients With Resources And Referrals
Once patients are ready to initiate lifestyle changes for type 2 diabetes prevention, they will likely need support to reach their goals. You may choose to provide this support directly or refer patients to resources or intervention programs designed to support lifestyle change. For Patients Diabetes HealthSense is the NDEP’s online library of resources that can help patients at risk for diabetes make and sustain lifestyle changes that can prevent or delay type 2 diabetes. Diabetes HealthSense also offers: As part of the National Diabetes Prevention Program , CDC-recognized lifestyle change programs are offered in more than 500 varied locations such as local YMCAs, community centers, medical clinics, faith-based organizations, and worksites, and are also available online. Participants meet in groups or online with a trained lifestyle coach for 16 weekly sessions and 6–8 monthly follow-up sessions. Out-of-pocket costs for a full year of program participation are approximately $400–$500, with many program providers offering monthly payment plans and discounts based on ability to pay. A growing number of private insurers cover patient participation in diabetes prevention programs, and several employers include the program as part of workplace wellness programs. Find a recognized program . The Weight-control Information Network provides up-to-date, science-based information on weight control, obesity, physical activity, and related nutritional issues. The National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse (NDIC) offers handouts about diabetes and its prevention, including a Diabetes Awareness and Prevention Series to raise awareness among people not yet diagnosed. NDIC is an information dissemination service for the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Dis Continue reading >>
Top 10 Online Resources For People With Diabetes
Top 10 Online Resources for People with Diabetes Online communities, networks, and publications can be a great source of information for both people newly diagnosed with diabetes, and also for people who have been living with diabetes for a while. Below are some of our favorite websites and online resources for finding support and learning about diabetes. This online magazine features insights on everything diabetes-related including lifestyle, products & tech, recipes, nutrition, and overall health. We love the articles here and how diverse the content is. Some of our favorite posts include: Emergency Preparedness Guide for People with Diabetes diaTribe is an online publication with articles geared at helping peoplemake sense of diabetes.The site features resources for Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes, and discusses everything from mental health to recipes to technology products. Some of our recent favorite articles include: Since 2004, dLife has been a platform for people to more about diabetes and connect with other diabetes consumers, patients, and caregivers. Theyre articles and resources are highly comprehensive, including the following resources: JDRFis the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Their organization does incredible work in the community, hosting a myriad of local events. Apart from the research they fund, they have a highly comprehensive compendium of resources and informational documents. Some of our favorite resources are: T1D Connection Program : Get support and connect with a volunteer and discuss your questions and connect with the T1D community at JDRF. Online Diabetes Support Team : Ask and get answers to all your T1D questions from JDRF volunteers. T1D Toolkits : Resources and advice on multiple facets of T1D. The Jo Continue reading >>
For People With Type 1 Diabetes (t1d)
The Herbert Family Program for young adults with t1d The program focuses on meeting the unique needs of young adults with t1d (ages 18-30). It addresses the financial, psychological, social and physical aspects of type 1 diabetes that challenge not only the patient but also their family and support networks. Services available: Social opportunities to meet and interact with others who have type 1 diabetes Individual and group counseling following consultation Insurance and community resource information Diabetes education including diabetes self-management education, meter pump and sensor training and management and medical nutrition therapy Preconception, pregnancy, and post-natal counseling and education Psychological healthy and support by a licensed clinical social worker If you are interested in the Herbert Family Program and/or our events please also visit us on Facebook. T1D event calendar If your child has T1D please visit our partner the PADRE Foundation for events and news. Continue reading >>
Diabetes: Self-management Education In The Home – Children And Adolescents With Type 1 Diabetes - Inactive
The Community Preventive Services Task Force (CPSTF) recommends that diabetes self-management education (DSME) interventions be implemented in homes of children and adolescents who have Type 1 diabetes on the basis of sufficient evidence of effectiveness in improving glycemic control among adolescents with Type 1 diabetes. The CPSTF has related findings specific to the following settings: Recreational camps (insufficient evidence) Worksites (insufficient evidence) Schools (insufficient evidence) Diabetes self-management education (DSME) is the process of teaching people to manage their diabetes. The goals of DSME are to control the rate of metabolism (which affects diabetes-related health), to prevent short- and long-term health conditions that result from diabetes, and to achieve for clients the best possible quality of life, while keeping costs at an acceptable level. DSME can be provided in a variety of community settings, including community gathering places, the home, recreational camps, worksites, and schools. Continue reading >>
Diabetes Education Community Resources
Diabetes Education Classes for the Community Our Diabetes Education Program is a community-based program that provides patient education regarding the treatment and care of diabetes. Classes are open to patients and their family members. Call 1-866-524-1408for registration information. This diabetes self-management class, recognized by the American Diabetes Association, gives individuals an overview of diabetes and educates them on blood glucose monitoring, carbohydrate counting, meal planning, medication and insulin administration, the benefits of exercising, and the importance of preventing diabetes complications. Participants return for follow-up lab work every three months for one year. This class is for individuals diagnosed with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Expectant mothers-to-be diagnosed with gestational diabetes are also invited to attend and are consulted on an individual basis to meet their specific needs. Classes are held weekly with options that include an eight-hour one-day class, a series of four two-hour classes and classes in Spanish. Throughout the year, series classes are held at workplaces, churches or other selected locations. Learn more . These monthly events provide patients and family members with continued diabetes education. Each month past participants are invited to attend to hear a featured guest speaker and learn more about diabetes related topics. No cost. The consultation educates patients on ways to help lower cholesterol and improve lipid profiles. It promotes lifestyle changes to reduce modifiable risk factors for coronary artery disease, diet modification, physical activity, lifestyle habits and brief medication review. This service is offered by appointment only and is free of charge. Our health educators provide education on the pr Continue reading >>
