January E-Newsletter

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Formerly the Diabetes Association of Greater Cleveland

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January, 2012 Volume 3, Issue 1

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Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland - news from the organization

Diabetes MattersTM - education & support services

Camp Ho Mita Koda - for children with diabetes

Calendar of Events

Contact Info for Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland

Though our name has changed from the Diabetes Association of Greater Cleveland, our mailing address, phone number and fax number are still the same. Our website is now

www.diabetespartnership.org. The Camp Ho Mita Koda website remains www.camphomitakoda.org. Email addresses for our staff members are now first initial, last name plus @diabetespartnership.org.

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Help us reduce costs to serve you better. Make sure we have your correct email address and contact information. Please update your profile - or sign up now - to receive electronic notifications about programs, events or services.

Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland is part of Channel 3's iAlert closing notification system in case of inclement weather. Tune in to Channel 3 or visit www.wkyc.com

to see if a Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland program is cancelled due to bad weather.

Save the Date!

Scuba for Diabetes will take place on Sunday, March 25 at Cleveland State University. Call Lori at 216-591-0800 for more information and to get involved!

Swim for Diabetes will take place on April 20, 21, and 22 of 2012. Embrace the event by joining the Swim for Diabetes Committee!

Call Lori at 216-591-0800.

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Diabetes Ambassadors

Diabetes is a serious illness that touches the lives of so many people living in Cleveland. Become a Diabetes Ambassador and help people you know learn about diabetes. Help people understand risk factors, symptoms, and ways to control this disease. Or invite a Diabetes Ambassador to come speak to your group about diabetes. Presentations take 30 minutes and can be provided in SPANISH or ENGLISH. Diabetes materials will be provided. Please call Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland at 216-591-0800.

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Camp Ho Mita Koda Financial Assistance

To ensure that all children have the chance to attend residence camp, camperships (financial assistance) are available to qualifying families. Click here for more information.

Want to Work at

Camp Ho Mita Koda?

2012 summer Camp staff positions are now available! Please click here to see available positions or call Julie at (216) 591-0800.

Susan Kramer Excellence in School Nursing Award

Do you know a school nurse who has made a difference in the care of students with diabetes? Nominations are now being accepted for the 2012 Susan Kramer Excellence in School Nursing Award. To learn more about this award and download a nomination form, visit the camp website here. Applications are due April 1, 2012.

How to Reach Us...

Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland

Camp Ho Mita Koda

3601 S.Green Road, #100

Cleveland, OH 44122-5719

216-591-0800

216-591-0320 (fax)

Please visit us at www.diabetespartnership.org.

Tina Milano

Interim President & CEO

Tina Milano Headshot Welcome to a new year and new beginnings at Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland!

Although some changes have been made, Diabetes Partnership is still your local center for the support you need to live well with diabetes. Our team of experienced diabetes educators is available Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM to answer any questions you have about diabetes or the prevention of diabetes. Call 216-591-0800 to schedule a one on one appointment or drop by the office on Fridays from 10:00 to 11:00 AM or 2:00 to 3:00 PM for a friendly and open forum to ask our educators questions.

This year, we also have a new series of classes starting in February. Take the New Year's Challenge and sign up today to start 2012 off in a positive and healthy way.

From everyone at Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland, we are wishing you a healthy and happy new year! Tina Milano's Signature

Rescheduled! Bocce and Bowling Tournament

Freeway Lanes Bowling and Bocce Tournament has been postponed and rescheduled to February 11 and 12 at which time will only be a Bocce Tournament.Click here for more information or visit the Freeway Lanes website to register by clicking here. 15 % of the tournament registration fee will be donated to Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland.

Nautica Cashes Out for Diabetes

Thank you to staff, volunteers, and everyone at Nautica for volunteering their time and effort on December 13 and 14 at the Nautica Charity Poker Tournament. Because of this support, Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland raised $14,400! Thank you for making this event a success!

New Year, New You!

Take the New Year's Challenge with Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland and take charge of your diabetes. This 5 week class will help you start 2012 off on the right foot. This is a free program but you must register by calling 216-591-0800 and be able to commit to all 5 classes. Click here for a list of class dates and topics.

Classes and Groups for You

We're managing diabetes. together.

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Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland offers many opportunities for you to help control your diabetes. Click here to see a list of our free classes and visit here to see more about our empowerment groups.

Upcoming Empowerment Group Meetings:

January 14 Diva Club
January 13 Bedford Empowerment Group
January 18 Lakewood Empowerment Group
January 23 Euclid Empowerment Group
January 25 Cleveland Empowerment Group

We are here as your partner to help you manage diabetes throughout your life.

Interested in Camp Ho Mita Koda for children with diabetes?

Do you have questions for our staff?

Would you like to be contacted by another camp parent?

Do you have feedback or a story to share about your child's camp experience?

We want to hear from you!

Click here to CONTACT US!

or check out the Frequently Asked Questions!

2012 Summer Camp Registration

Registration for the summer 2012 Camp Ho Mita Koda season is now open! Visit our website for more information and to register.

Open House For All Ages: June 16
Session 1 Ages 8-12: June 17-21
Session 2 Ages 11-15: June 24-28
Mini Camp Ages 4-10 and Siblings and Parents: June 30. Overnight option available.
Session 3 Ages 12-15: July 8-19
Session 4 Ages 9-13: July 22-26
Session 5 Ages 6-10: July 29-31

If your child has attended an overnight camp session at Camp Ho Mita Koda in the past, and camp registration is complete before December 31, 2011, you are eligible for a $25 camp fee discount. Register Today!

Upcoming Programs and Events

Please call 216-591-0800 with questions. Visit www.diabetespartnership.org and
www.CampHoMitaKoda.org for more details.

January 13 Bedford Empowerment Group

January 14 Diva Club

January 18 Lakewood Empowerment Group

January 23 Euclid Empowerment Group

January 25 Cleveland Empowerment Group

February 1 New Year: Take Charge of Your Diabetes

February 2 New Year: Take Charge of Your Diabetes

February 8 Beyond the Diabetes Basics

February 9 Beyond the Diabetes Basics

February 10 Bedford Empowerment Group

February 11 Diva Club

February 15 Lakewood Empowerment Group

February 15 Fueling with Food

February 16 Fueling with Food

February 22 Cleveland Empowerment Group

February 22 What are Your Pills Doing

February 23 What are Your Pills Doing

February 29 Steps to Living Happy and Healthy

March 1 Steps to Living Happy and Healthy

Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland is a local, independent

nonprofit agency dedicated to helping the

1 in 10 people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes in Northeast Ohio. One hundred percent of funds raised remain in our community to support our program areas:

Diabetes Matters^TM diabetes education &
support services and

Camp Ho Mita Koda for children with diabetes.

Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland is not affiliated

with any national organization.

Diabetes Matters^TM

is a trademark of