When youâre part of The Diabetes Link, you donât just live with diabetes, you thrive with diabetes. We understand the extra challenges that diabetes adds to your life and we can help make it easier.
The Diabetes Link is the go-to for peer support, resources, and leadership opportunities designed specifically for young adults. We will be an ally that connects you to the people, programs, and practical information that can help make your life easier and more enjoyable now and into the future.
The Diabetes Link not only supports young adults living with diabetes but also brings those interested in awareness and advocacy together. From fundraisers to informational talks, diabetes awareness at The Diabetes Link comes in all forms!
1. Create connections with other students with diabetes at your college or university.
2. Create connections with the community to inspire children and young adults in the area.
3. Educate the campus and community about diabetes and living a healthy lifestyle.
4. Work to improve life on campus for students with diabetes through emotional support, personal connections, healthcare, and nutrition.
5. Create a central resource for prospective students and parents to have access to information regarding support services for students with diabetes at prospective colleges and universities.
6. Provide a central resource where parents of college students can connect and share personal stories, tips, etc. in order to help to relieve the strain on them and their relationship with their college-age child.
7. Provide resources to college and university administrators to help them to better serve the diabetic population at their schools.