Living with Diabetes

Diabetes is a disease that affects the whole family, especially when a child is diagnosed. Whether you're a parent, sibling or other family member, your support and understanding can make all the difference. Are you worried about medical care and costs, or how to manage diabetes at school? We provide information and resources to help every child and every family adjust to life with diabetes.

Everyday Life

Yes, life for a child with diabetes can be normal! Learn how to help your family adjust.

Family Communication

Strike the right balance between caring and hovering.

Safe at School

Make sure your child's school is prepared to handle diabetes.

Planet D

A web site just for kids and teens with diabetes.  

Managing Diabetes

Help your child manage diabetes by learning more about this disease.

Diabetes Camp

Give a child with diabetes a summer to remember at one of our special camps.

Support for Your Family

The American Diabetes Association has a number of incredible resources to help you and your family live with diabetes. 

Family Link

Family Link connects you with other families who are learning to live with diabetes. 

Children and Type 2 Diabetes

Children, especially  African American, Latino, and Native American children are at risk for type 2 diabetes.