Another Fabulous Organization

In my last post, I spoke highly about JDRF and the monumental strides that the organization is making towards finding a cure for type 1 diabetes. I would be remiss if I did not take the time to mention the American Diabetes Association.

This non-profit organization was founded in 1940 with a mission to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. It has ninety local offices across the United States and is considered the number one charitable organization providing diabetes research and advocacy. The ADA has numerous ways to get involved, including volunteering, donating and participating in the famous Tour de Cure team cycling fundraiser. The organization also has a Walk to Stop Diabetes.

The ADA has a commitment to informing the public about diabetes and the best ways to cope with the illness. It provides comprehensive support to families, including a summer camp for children with the disease. It also hosts numerous events and activities during the month of November, which has been designated diabetes awareness month. One of the most phenomenal characteristics of the organization is that it was founded and continues to be governed by physicians and health professionals.

As part of ongoing fundraising efforts, the ADA has a store where you can purchase books, gifts, accessories and informational items that will benefit you while helping to finance their operations. They publish tons of research and even give you free access to their magazine, which is full of important information, advice, news and suggestions for those living with diabetes. The American Diabetes Association is an amazing organization, which can be seen by the fact that 300,000 people contact them for information annually. You can call them too: 1-800-DIABETES (800-342-2383) and of course visit their website at <www.diabetes.org>.