Living with Diabetes
Family Link
Learning to live with diabetes doesn’t happen overnight – and you don’t have to do it alone.
The American Diabetes Association is here for your family when you need us most — every day.
Family Link:
Connects you with other families of kids with diabetes.
- Family Link Parent Mentors – If your child was recently diagnosed with diabetes, it's often helpful to talk to others who've been there. Connect to a Parent Mentor who understands how you're feeling.
- Family Link Events – Attend a fun and social diabetes education event in your local community. In over 50 local communities, the American Diabetes Association offers families an opportunity to learn more about diabetes while meeting other families of children with diabetes.
- Diabetes Camps – Kids with diabetes often feel like they're the only ones living with diabetes – but not at Diabetes Camp! At Diabetes Camps, kids have a great time making new friends and participating in fun outdoor activities like hiking, swimming and canoeing. Trained staff, who often have diabetes themselves, help campers manage blood glucose while helping them build confidence in managing their diabetes.
Works with scientists and medical professionals to improve care for your child and search for a cure.
- Your Link to Experts – If you're looking for expert information, the American Diabetes Association has it. All the information you receive through the Association's Web site, books, Homefront mini-magazine, Family Connections E-newsletters and other educational tools come from the Association's world renowned diabetes experts. Learn about what's new in ADA-funded research.
Advocates for the rights of children and adults with diabetes.
- Your Link to Schools - Children spend most of their time at school. The Association provides parents with resources and training modules to help you work with your child's school to create a medically safe learning environment for your child. The Association can assist you when you need help working with your school.
