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.
www.jdrf.org
Joslin Diabetes Center:
Joslin Diabetes Center is the only diabetes
institution in the world that goes beyond a
single focus. With efforts in these three critical
areas, a synergy develops: researchers, clinicians
and educators collaborate in ways that produce
cutting-edge scientific discovery, unique clinical
care models and pioneering educational strategies.
This one-of-a-kind framework has an impact on
people with diabetes locally, nationally and
across the globe.
www.joslin.org
Abbott / Freestyle meter:
FreeStyle blood glucose monitoring systems feature
accurate technology, the world's smallest blood
sample size (0.3 microliter) and virtually pain-free
testing.
www.diabeteshealthconnection.com/products/monitors/freestyle
childrenwithdiabetes.com:
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.
www.childrenwithdiabetes.com
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.
www.diabetes.org
Diabetic Youth Services/ Camp Conrad-Chinnock Camp:
Conrad-Chinnock offers multiple sessions for youth, each packed with a variety of adventurous age-appropriate activities, including water activities in a heated pool, mountain biking, dances, arts and crafts, lake canoeing, volleyball, basketball and hiking expeditions. These sessions create a special place where youth and teens develop relationships that last a lifetime while exploring emerging concerns and social issues. The medical program is designed to impart self-management skills which can lead to a longer and healthier life. All cabins are fully enclosed to accommodate eight to ten youth and trained counselor. Attendance at these sessions is restricted to youth and teens with diabetes. All sessions are led by a pediatric endocrinologist, and a team of physicians, nurses and dietitians. The camp has registered dietitians on staff. Meals and snacks are planned based on a carbohydrate counting system.
www.dys.org