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.
DYS Support Groups
Varies by group
Diabetes Youth Services (DYS) is offering online support groups with Jennifer Gilliland, a Professional Clinical Counselor, Certified Diabetes Educator, and Clinical Dietitian. The support groups will be a safe place where participants can form connections with others living with T1D, talk through the challenges of living with T1D, and learn about coping strategies. Each month will focus on a different topic.
DYS offers three different groups via Zoom:
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Moms: Meets the 1st Tuesday of each month at 5:30 PM
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Youth (7-11th Graders): Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:30 PM
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Young Adults (18-22 Year Olds): Meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 5:30 PM
Click here to register.
For questions, contact DYS at info@dys4kids.org or 419-291-1234.
DYS Extended Family Education
September 29, 2022
Join Diabetes Educator Nurse Patty McCullough for a FREE evening of type 1 diabetes education for extended family members to learn more about proper diabetes management at home. Patty has over 30+ years of experience working with people with T1D and their families. Available in person or online via Zoom.
September 29, 2022
Mary Ellen Flazone Diabetes Center
2100 W. Central Ave.
Toledo, OH 43606
Click here to register.
JDRF One Walks
Fall 2022
Put on your sneakers because JDRF One Walks are making their full in-person return! Save the date and join JDRF at one of the fundraising walks being held in Michigan and Northern Ohio this year!
ANN ARBOR
Sunday, October 2
Hudson Mills Metropark
CLEVELAND
Sunday, October 16
Cleveland Zoo
Have questions? Contact Lia Benn at lbenn@jdrf.org.
JDRF TypeOneNation Virtual Summit
Fall 2022
JDRF’s TypeOneNation Virtual Summit is now a year-long program, offering a FREE educational session every month to help you and your loved ones live well with T1D! Learn more and register here.
T1D Risk Screening: What It Is and Why It Matters
A type 1 diabetes diagnosis doesn’t have to be a surprise. Hear from experts on why screening matters and walk away with resources that will help you better understand T1D risk. And stick around afterwards for a T1D Product Showcase, where you'll have a chance to learn about the latest in T1D technology.
October 6, 2022
Nutrition Tips and Tricks for People with T1D
Nutritional tips and tricks from a pediatric endocrinologist and a registered dietitian, both living with type 1 diabetes.
November 3, 2022
Motivational Moments with T1D Community Members
Join fellow T1D community for an inspirational conversation about the highs and lows of life with diabetes.
December 1, 2022
Cedar Point Halloweekends Trip
October 23, 2022
Calling all high school and college T1Ds! Celebrate fall with DYS at Cedar Point Halloweekends with food, drinks, and a ton of fun at America's best roller-coaster theme park!
October 23, 2022
Cedar Point
1 Cedar Point Drive
Sandusky, OH 44870
United States
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM EDT
Click here to register.
Halloween Carnival with UT Pediatrics Club
October 28, 2022
Join DYS and members from UT Pediatrics Club in an evening of spooky fun for the whole family!
October 28, 2022
Grace Lutheran Church
4441 Monroe St
Toledo, OH 43607
United States
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
Click here to register.