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Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation - Massachusetts http://www.jdrf.org/baystate

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation - New England Chapter

60 Walnut Street

Wellesley Hills, MA 02481Map this

The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) is a leader in setting the agenda for diabetes research worldwide, and is the largest charitable funder and advocate of type 1 research. The mission of JDRF is to find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research. Type 1...

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For more information:

Name: Lauren Shields
Position: Public Outreach Manager
Email: lshields@jdrf.org
Phone: 781-431-0700
Fax: 781-431-8836

A Branch of

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International

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Bag of HopeThe Bag of Hope program is a free outreach program designed to provide information and support to families with children who have been newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. A Bag of Hope is a kit filled with relevant diabetes education materials, some intended to communicate directly with the child and some geared toward the adult caregiver(s), including (but not limited to): Rufus, the Bear with Diabetes, Rufus Comes Home book, A First Book for Understanding Diabetes, other reference books, a DVD, and an Accu-Chek® Aviva Compact Blood Meter. A dedicated volunteer delivers the Bag of Hope to newly diagnosed children and their families.
Networking CoffeesNetworking Coffees are support group meetings that take place at the homes of JDRF volunteers. These meetings are a way for parents and other caregivers to interact, share diabetes management tips, and learn about JDRF. Featured speakers include healthcare professionals and other experts in the diabetes field. A variety of topics are covered, such as travel, school issues, pump therapy, nutrition, and how to choose a babysitter. In addition, JDRF holds regular Specialty Networking Coffee programs that take place at larger venues as well as Kids Meeting Kids events where children can get together. JDRF encourages all families to attend, as the Networking Coffees are not limited to the newly diagnosed. Parents who have been “been there and done that” also have the opportunity to learn, share ideas, and provide much-needed support to families with a recent diagnosis.
28th Annual Hearts & Heroes GalaSaturday, May 22, 2010 - Sunday, May 23, 2010Held every Spring at the Boston Marriott Copley Place, the Hearts & Heroes Gala is a black-tie event that draws nearly 1,000 guests and features cocktails, seated dinner, live and silent auctions, live entertainment, and dancing. You can contribute to the success of the Gala through your attendance, donation of auction items, corporate sponsorship, or volunteer participation.
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