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. Click here to learn more and express interest in being a part of our team.
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.
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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Wednesday, November 12th, 2025: Diabetes Awareness Month
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Learn more and register here.
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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November 20, 2025, 6 - 7 PM: Diabetes Myths & Misconceptions: Using Research to Separate Fact from Fiction
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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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November 13, 2025, 6:30 PM: Navigating Tough Talks: Conflict Resolution & Civil Discourse
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December 3, 2025, 9:00 AM: Homeownership Education
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Learn more and register here.
2025 Breakthrough T1D Walks
Save the dates for the Breakthrough T1D 2025 Michigan & Northern Ohio Chapter Walk events!​​​​
​Fall Season:
Register here and visit the Breakthrough T1D Walk program landing page.
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Toledo Virtual Walk - November 14th, 2025
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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, 2025
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 15th - June 20th
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Resident Camp - Session 2: June 22nd - June 27th
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Day Camp: June 23rd - June 27th​​
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Registration is now closed
DYS Hot Shots Camp
June - July, 2025
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!
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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 7th - 10th
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Little Shots Michigan Dates: July 28th - 31st
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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 16th - 19th​
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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 19th - 23rd
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Learn more here.​​​​​​​
Camp Ho Mita Koda
June - September, 2025
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! Click here. to learn more!
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Session 1 (Grades K-6): June 15th - 20th
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Session 2 (Grades K-6 & Buddy Camp): June 22nd - 27th
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Leader-In-Training (16-17 y/o): June 22nd - June 27th
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Session 3 (Grades K-12, Mini-Camp): June 30th - July 4th
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Session 4 (Grades 7-12): July 6th - 11th
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Session 5 (Grades 7-12 & Buddy Camp): July 13th -18th​​
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Family Camp: August 30th - September 1st
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Registration is now closed
KidSport Summer Camps
June - August
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 now closed
Coaching Diabetes Crash Course
November 6, 2025
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 winter sports season. The class will start via Zoom at 6 PM.
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Registration is now closed
Pancakes For Purpose Breakfast Fundraiser
November 8, 2025
DYS is hosting their first annual breakfast fundraiser in Perrysburg, OH from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. This event includes breakfast, raffles, and activities for kids. You can purchase tickets at the door or order them online. Tickets are $5 per person and go to support DYS school programs, family programs, and summer camps for families living with type 1 diabetes. Click here to learn more.
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Registration is now closed
DYS Mom's Retreat
November 16, 2025
DYS is hosting a Sunday event in Ypsilanti, MI from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for mothers of children living with type 1 diabetes. This relaxing event includes wine, snack, painting, and community. This event is free, but registration is required.
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Currently sold out: to join the waitlist or to learn more click here.
MDHHS Learning Connections Webinar
November 16, 2025
MDHHS is hosting their next webinar for the holiday season. These webinars are open to anyone interested in a variety of topics of interest. These webinars provide resources, information, or skill development on relevant topics related to children with disabilities or special health care needs. They are led by seasoned parent staff and/or guest speakers with expertise in the topic.​
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December 2, 2025, 11 AM - 12 PM or 7 PM - 8 PM: Diabetes Myths & Misconceptions: Using Research to Separate Fact from Fiction​​
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Learn more and register here.
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.
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Learn more and register here.
DYS Kalahari Waterpark Adventure
February 6 - 7, 2025
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.
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