Upcoming Events
Check out upcoming diabetes-related events in the area! Descriptions and registration links for upcoming events are listed below.
Diabetes Education Classes
By Appointment
Unless otherwise noted, classes are held in the Pediatric Diabetes Education classrooms (Taubman Center, Rooms 2386 & 2387).
Check the Clinical Programs page for a list of classes and descriptions.
Are You Interested in Joining Our Patient Advisory Program?
We are looking for three to five individuals or families to join our Patient Advisory Program! As a patient advisor you will help our team to support patients and families by providing feedback and recommendations on some of our upcoming projects and improvement initiatives.
If selected, future meetings will occur on weekdays between the hours of 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The meetings will be anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours in length and will occur every 3 months at most.
You can apply as an individual with T1D, a family member of a loved one who has T1D, or as a family. If you are selected, you will go through an onboarding process to achieve full volunteer status.
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If selected for this position you will need to go through an onboarding process that includes: an application, interview/screening, background check, a two-hour training session, and some paperwork.
Applications are due by the end of the day January 1st, 2026. If you are selected our first meeting will be held virtually on February 17, 2025 from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM via zoom.
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Click here to learn more and express interest in being a part of our team.
DYS Findlay Ice Skating Holiday Party
December 7, 2025
Put on your best holiday sweater and enjoy a fun afternoon of ice skating with DYS! Bring the whole family and enjoy ice skating, yummy snacks, holiday cookie decorating, festive arts and crafts, and connecting with other families living with type 1 diabetes. The cost is $5/person and you must register by November 30th. Click here to learn more!
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Registration is now closed
Caswell Diabetes Institute Seminar Series
The University of Michigan Caswell Diabetes Institute is hosting a series of community talks centered around diabetes. This series is for patients, families, and anyone in the broader community interested in learning more about diabetes. The seminars will feature talks by faculty experts in diabetes, along with patients sharing their stories. The series will be held at the Ann Arbor District Library: Traverwood Branch. No registration needed.
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December 18, 2025, 6 - 7 PM: Diabetes Innovation: From Breakthrough Research to Everyday Solutions by Scott Soleimanpour
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MSU Extension's Adulting 101 Program
Are you ready to leave for college or be out on your own? Are you prepared to do adult tasks and have the skills to be successful?​​ Michigan State University (MSU) Extension's Adulting 101 Program helps teenagers and young adults demystify the reality of being an "adult" through engaging educational sessions. Each FREE, virtual session is packed full of important life skills and tools necessary to live independently.​​​​​​​​​​​
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January 21, 2026, 6:30 PM: Fraud Fighter: How to Stay Scam-Free
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February 19, 2026, 5:00 PM: Informed Renter
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March 4, 2026, 5:30 PM: Sleep Wellness
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April 13, 2026, 5:00 PM: Eat Smart: Meals on a Budget
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May 18, 2026, 6:30 PM: Cooking with Confidence
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June 11th, 2026, 6:00 PM: AI and You: Smart, Safe, and Savvy
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Learn more and register here.
Imagination Station Family Fun Day
January 24, 2026
Join DYS for a fun day at the Imagination Station in Toledo, Ohio. This event includes full admission into the science center, a hands-on Marble Machine Workshop (for children with T1D), and opportunities to connect with other families. This community event costs $8 per person and has food available for purchase on-site. Register by January 18th, 2026.
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Learn more and register here.
DYS Kalahari Waterpark Adventure
February 6 - 7, 2026
Spend a weekend with DYS full of water slides, adventure, and great company! Enjoy a discounted group rate, Private Whirlpool Cabana with snacks, and fun for the whole family!
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Learn more and register here.
DYS Annual Designer Purse Bingo
March 1, 2026
Attend an afternoon of excitement, raffles, laughter, and bingo. You may have a chance to win a designer purse from Coach, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Louis Vuitton and more! Every ticket helps DYS raise funds for school, family, and summer camp programs that support families living with diabetes.
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Learn more and purchase tickets here
DYS Toledo Walleye Hockey Game
March 1, 2026
Join DYS for an exciting night of hockey! For $15 a ticket you can enjoy game admission, club level seating, and game-day favorites including a hot dog or hamburger, chips, and water. This event is limited to families living with Type 1 diabetes only. Register by March 1, 2026 to save your spot.
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Learn more and purchase tickets here
2026 Michigan Slipstream Camp Copneconic
April 24 - 26, 2026
Spend a weekend full of outdoor adventures, workshops, food, and community. Slipstream is diabetes camp for adults (18+) and includes high ropes, boating, and 4-season heated cabins located in Fenton, Mi. Register before January 31st to receive the early bird discount.
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Learn more and register here.
Breakthrough T1D Grand Rapids Gala 2026
May 1, 2026
Put on your best Kentucky Derby Day outfit and enjoy a night of Southern charm. This event will include a premium open bar, southern-style stationed and passed hors d'oeuvres, signature cocktails, a plated dinner, a live auction, thrilling games, live music and dancing, and stories of hope. All proceeds will support Breakthrough T1D's mission to accelerate life-changing research and bring us closer to a world without type 1 diabetes.​
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Learn more and purchase tickets here.
Breakthrough T1D Detroit Promise Ball 2026
May 15, 2026
Breakthrough T1D Cleveland Gala 2026
May 16, 2026
2026 Breakthrough T1D Walks
Save the dates for the Breakthrough T1D 2025 Michigan & Northern Ohio Chapter Walk events!​​​​
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​Spring Season:
Register here and visit the Breakthrough T1D Walk program landing page. ​
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Ann Arbor Walk - May 3rd, 2026 - Rolling Hills Country Park - Prairie Pavilion - Ypsilanti
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Jackson Walk - June 13th, 2026 - Ella Sharp Park
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ADA Camp Midicha
June, 2026
ADA Camp Midicha offers fun activities like swimming, water sports, archery, ropes courses, campfires, and more! Camp is a great place for children living with diabetes to develop the critical skills, form friendships, and thrive while managing their diabetes. Click here to learn more.
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Resident Camp - Session 1: June 14th - June 19th
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Resident Camp - Session 2: June 21nd - June 26th
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Day Camp: June 22nd - June 26th​​
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Registration opens February 11th
DYS Hot Shots Camp
June - July, 2026
DYS Hot Shots Camp provides a chance for campers to go to summer camp alongside other children living with type 1 diabetes. Diabetes education is integrated into traditional activities such as canoeing, archery, crafts, group activities, and more! Registration is now open!
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DYS Little Shots Camp: A day camp for campers ages 5-10
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Little Shots Ohio Dates: July 13th - 16th
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Little Shots Michigan Dates: July 27th - July 30th
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Learn more here.
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DYS Middle Shots Camp: An overnight camp for campers ages 10-13.
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Dates: June 15th - 18th
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Learn more here.
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DYS Big Shots Camp: An overnight camp for campers ages 13-17.
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Dates: June 18th - 22nd
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Learn more here.​​​​​​​
Camp Ho Mita Koda
June - August, 2026
Camp Ho Mita Koda (CHMK) is a great place for wonderful experiences, making friends, and coming together as a community. With trained staff, campers will enjoy fun activities like hiking, canoeing, T1D education, crafts, and more! Registration is now open!
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Session 1 (Grades K-6): June 14th - 19th
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Session 2 (Grades K-6 & Buddy Camp): June 21st - 26th
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Leader-In-Training (16-17 y/o): June 21st - June 26th
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Session 3 (Grades K-12, Mini-Camp): June 29th - July 2nd
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Session 4 (Grades 7-12): July 5th - 10th
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Session 5 (Grades 7-12 & Buddy Camp): July 10th - 17th​​
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Family Camp (All): August 28th - August 30th
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Click here to register and learn more!
KidSport Summer Camps
June - August
2026
Registration is open for the KidSport Summer Camps! There are two programs: KidSport Inclusive and KidSport Adaptive. Both camps offer children ages 4-11 the opportunity to learn and play a variety of team sports, individual sports, team building games, fitness, and other physical education activities in a non-competitive and fun sports environment. The activities are age-appropriate and developed by experts in children's physical education. Click here to learn more!
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Registration is open in February
Coaching Diabetes Crash Course
TBD
DYS is hosting a crash course on how to safely manage diabetes in sports. This is a one-hour virtual class for coaches that will cover a variety of topics to help prepare everyone for the spring sports season. The class will start via Zoom at TBD.
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Registration is now closed
Breakthrough T1D Virtual Community Summits
Breakthrough T1D Virtual Community Summits offer virtual educational sessions to help you and your loved ones live full and healthy lives with type 1 diabetes.​​ Upcoming Summit events include:​​
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