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Cleveland, OH 44122-5719
216-591-0800
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March is National Nutrition Month
Click here to read Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland's new blog with daily tips to help you stay healthy!
Happy Healthy Eating Everyone!
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Scuba for Diabetes will take place on Sunday, March 25 at Cleveland State University. Call Lori at 216-591-0800 or click here to get involved!
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Generations of Swimming
Perry resident Julie Lefelhoc has had a love for swimming her whole life. She was a competitive swimmer from the time she was 8 years old and on throughout college. Although her days of competitive swimming have passed, she still spends time in the pool swimming recreationally. While swimming at her local rec center several years ago, she noticed a Swim for Diabetes flyer that caught her attention. Always up for a challenge, Julie decided to sign up and had a great experience at the event and soon enough she had the whole family involved. Click here to read more about Julie and her family's story.  |
Research Study on Foot Care
If you have diabetes and visual impairment, you are invited to be a part of a research study. Participants are asked to participate for 8 months. During that time, you will be asked to attend classes about diabetes care in general, with special attention given to how to take care of your feet. You will also have your feet examined three times by podiatrists from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine and you will be asked to be part of a group discussion about foot care. Your transportation will be provided to all study activities. For more information, please call Ann Williams at 216-368-1704 or email to ann.s.williams@case.edu. |
Dining-Out with Diabetes
Join Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland and the Dining-Out Club as they take on American Cuisine at Ruby Tuesday this month.
Where: Ruby Tuesday, 24325 Chagrin Blvd., Beachwood, OH 44122 (in the plaza by Michael's and Giant Eagle)
When: Monday, March 19 for lunch at 12:30 PM (Reservations by March 16) OR Monday March 26 for dinner at 6 PM (Reservations by March 23)
Reservations can be made by calling MaryAnn at 216-591-0800 or email at mnicolay@diabetespartnership.org. Participants will pay for their own meal but will receive $2.00 off the cost. BONUS: Ruby Tuesday will donate 20% of your meal cost back to Diabetes Partnership! |
Camp's New Friend
This hawk went through the window at the arts and crafts building at Camp. Check out that hole! He was a bit dazed but eventually walked out the front door and flew away.
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Camp Ho Mita Koda on Youtube Have you watched Camp Ho Mita Koda's Youtube channel lately? Click here to check it out! |
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. |
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Want to Work at
Camp Ho Mita Koda? Summer Employment Positions are Still Open!
2012 summer Camp staff positions are now available including Nurses, Challenge and Ropes Course Specialist, Arts and Crafts Program Coordinator, Life Guards, and Sports and Recreation Programs Coordinator. Please click here to see available positions or call Julie at (216) 591-0800. |
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Don't Forget to Nominate Your Favorite School Nurse for the
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. |
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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.
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Tina Milano
Interim President & CEO
At Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland, we encourage healthy eating and regular exercise for everyone, especially people living with diabetes. However, we know how challenging that can be in the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
March is National Nutrition Month and is the perfect way to remind ourselves to stay on track and continue to choose positive lifestyle choices. Siri, Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland's Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator, is available to help you customize your diet and give you helpful tips and advice on how to successfully manage your diabetes. In a recent study produced by The Prevention Research Center, one in every eight Cleveland adults is living with diabetes. This statistic is alarming and makes it more important than ever to take steps towards a healthier life.
Let's stay healthy together. Please take advantage of National Nutrition Month. Call Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland and see what you can do to start living well with diabetes.
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Register Today for Swim for Diabetes!
Join Olympic Gold Medalist Diana Munz and Jerry and Coleen Skeabeck from NBC's "Biggest Loser: Families' Contestants and get involved! Visit our website to sign up today!
Special Thanks to Our Sponsors
Silver:
Glytec, Kaiser Permanente, Scene Magazine, Schwebel's
Bronze:
GOOD TIME III, Cleveland Cinemas, Marc's Pharmacy, The News-Herald, West Life News and Avon Press, Winking Lizard Tavern
Contributing Sponsors:
Akron Beacon Journal, Ashtabula Star Beacon, Beachwood Buzz, Cleveland Family Magazine, Extreme Pump It Up Fitness, McGladrey, Nobbyness Ltd., Ohio Sports & Fitness, Safe Auto Insurance Company, The Morning Journal, The Neighborhood News
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Dan Dan the Diabetes Man!
 Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland's Nurse, Dan Finkenthal, teamed up with the Cleveland Clinic's Spotlight on Learning program to educate kids on diabetes. One class was so touched by the presentation that they are hosting their own fundraiser to help raise awareness. Click here to read about the impact Dan left on these second graders and what they are doing to support their classmates with diabetes! |
Classes and Groups for You
We're managing diabetes. together.
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:
- March 9 Bedford Empowerment Group
- March 10 Diva Club
- March 19 Euclid Empowerment Group
- March 21 Lakewood Empowerment Group
- March 28 Cleveland Empowerment Group
We are here as your partner to help you manage diabetes throughout your life. |
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Client Spotlight: Irene Smith
Irene Smith is a new member to the Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland community. She recently became involved with the LEAH (Lend Each A Hand) program, an emergency assistance program for diabetes supplies. Through the LEAH program, Irene was able to receive test strips to help better manage her diabetes. Having felt truly grateful for the assistance Diabetes Partnership provided, Irene wanted to show her appreciation by giving back in some way. Irene is now one of our star volunteers and comes in frequently to work on various projects and events that take place. Thank you for volunteering, Irene! |
2012 Summer Camp Registration 
- 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
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Camp Crew: Meet Katie
Katie Maggiore is a 22 year  old college student who dreams of being a teacher someday. She has been an athlete her whole life; participating in synchronized swimming, cheerleading, and dance. She is very driven and has never let anything get in the way of her dreams, including diabetes. Katie has been living with diabetes for 18 years. Having been diagnosed at the age of 4, she has had to live with diabetes for most of her life. She and her family decided early on that they would take charge of her diabetes so that Katie could live a healthy and normal life. "My family and I have done a good job not letting diabetes get in the way of what I want to accomplish in life," Katie said. Click here to read more about Camp Ho Mita Koda counselor, Katie. |
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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! or check out the Frequently Asked Questions! |
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Upcoming Programs and Events |
Please call 216-591-0800 with questions. Visit www.diabetespartnership.org and
www.CampHoMitaKoda.org for more details.
March 9 Bedford Empowerment Group
March 10 Diva Club
March 19 Euclid Empowerment Group
March 19 Dining Out Club
March 21 Lakewood Empowerment Group
March 25 Scuba for Diabetes
March 26 Dining Out Club
March 28 Cleveland Empowerment Group
April 20-22 Swim for Diabetes
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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 MattersTM 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 MattersTM is a trademark of Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland. All rights reserved.
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