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Diabetes Partnership
Camp Ho Mita Koda
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We Love Our Donors!
Without the generous gifts from our donors, we would not be able to help those living with diabetes in our community.
Thank you for your continued support! Click here to see a list of these generous people or click here to make a donation of your own! |
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Save the Date!
The 28th Annual Promenade "Putting on the Glitz" will take place on October 28, 2012. Stay tuned for more event details!
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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! |
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Need Emergency Diabetes Supplies? We Can Help!
Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland's emergency assistance program, L.E.A.H. (Lend Each a Hand) will provide uninsured people with diabetes medical supplies. Call 216-591-0800 for more information.
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Camp Ho Mita Koda Teen Weekend
Can't get enough Camp Ho Mita Koda? If you are between the ages of 14 and 17 come on back to camp on September 22, 2012!
Teen weekend is the perfect opportunity to see old camp friends again but also meet new ones! New and old campers are welcome.
Enjoy favorite camp activities such as the ropes course, lake, hiking trails, and more!
Other activities include group discussions that focus on healthy lifestyle choices. You will have the opportunity to talk with other campers your age and older counselors who have diabetes.
The cost is $40.00 per teen, snacks and lunch are provided.
Grab your friends and visit us online by clicking here and register today!
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Camp Wish List
The 2012 Camp season may be over but that doesn't mean camp is closed until next year. Now that the campers have gone home, our staff is busy cleaning up, making repairs, and preparing for the 2013 season. But we need your help!!
to view a wish list of items you can donate to keep camp looking its best and to keep it a safe place for our future campers.
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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
We are sad to say that the 2012 Camp Season has come to a close but we are happy to announce it was another amazing summer! We had a wonderful staff and a delightful group of kids come through, both returning campers and many new ones. Although the summer season is over, that does not mean Camp Ho Mita is closed until next year.
The staff is already busy cleaning, making repairs, and preparing for next summer, but they cannot do it alone! We need your help to keep camp a safe environment for your children as well as keeping it looking spectacular. Please take a look at the Camp Ho Mita Koda Wish List by clicking here to see what you can do to help us out. Every donation, big or small, is greatly appreciated!
The Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland staff is also busy planning Backpack Bivouac XXI, Camp's annual benefit celebration. This year's theme is "Home on the Range" so put on your favorite western wear and join us on September 8 for a fun party at Camp Ho Mita Koda.
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Rite Aid Foundation Awards $5,000 for Diabetes Awareness and Education
 Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland was recently awarded a grant of $5,000 from the Rite Aid Foundation. This money will provide support to our Diabetes Awareness, Education, and Support Program. Many thanks to the Rite Aid Foundation for their generous donation and for helping us support the 1 in 8 Clevelanders living with diabetes. |
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Staff Changes
Welcome, Holly!
Holly Branch is from the Cleveland area and currently resides in Shaker Heights with her family. She is a former educator and worked for the Cleveland Municipal School District for 10 years. She earned an undergraduate and Masters of Education degree from Cleveland State University. Holly decided to pursue her curiosity and passion for nutrition by attending and graduating in May of 2012 from Case Western Reserve University with a Master of Science in Public Health Nutrition. She is delighted to have the opportunity to work for the Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland as the Nutrition Educator. Welcome to the team, Holly!
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Solon High School Student Raises Money and Awareness about Diabetes
 Solon High School student, Achuth Nair, is not your average ninth grader. While most middle school students are planning their futures, Achuth is creating his. After learning about diabetes through the Science Olympiad program and studying diabetes in school, Achuth wanted to help bring awareness to this terrible disease. Click here to read how he is changing the world and how he raised $866.00 for Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland and click here to see what Achuth has to say! |
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A Brave Young Man
 Ten year old Joseph Najm was enjoying vacation with his Dad, Dr. Idad Najm, MD, and older brother Elias, while mom Tania Markarian, DDS and younger sister, Maya hung out at home. Their vacation began as a fun 'guys' trip where they could enjoy the great outdoors but ended in an unexpected way that would change their lives forever. Click here to read Joseph's eventful summer and brave journey to Camp Ho Mita Koda.
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Backpack Bivouac XXI Home on the Range
Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland will host its annual benefit celebration for Camp Ho Mita Koda for children with type 1 diabetes on Saturday evening, September 8, 2012.
The western themed event will take place at the Camp located at 14040 Auburn Road in Newbury from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm. This event is open to the community and will include wine, craft beer, appetizers, live and silent auctions. Back by popular demand, "A Taste of Excellence" will return with gourmet fare for a fine dinin' experience in campers' cabins followed by a 50/50 raffle, dessert and a bonfire (weather permitting!)
If you enjoy dancing, stompin' your feet and singing along to songs you know, you'll enjoy Sunset Country -a Boot Scootin', Foot Stompin', Rockin' Country Band with some good ol' Rock n Roll in every performance.
So break out your cowboy hat and your favorite pair of boots and put some stomp in your step at Backpack Bivouac XXI. Click here to register!
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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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Taking Control with Ruth Charne
 If you or someone you know is struggling with diabetes or has an A1C that is 7% or above, the A1C Champions� can provide motivation to take those first steps to better blood glucose control. Ruth Charne is a member of the A1C Champions� Program, supported by Sanofi, which is a patient-led approach to diabetes education. A1C Champions� know first-hand the challenges and obstacles to maintaining control of their diabetes. They are REAL people...with REAL A1C control...providing REAL inspiration. Please join us on Wednesday, August 22, 2012 at 10:15 am at Neighborhood Family Practice, 3569 Ridge Road, Cleveland, OH 44102. Call Susan at 216-591-0800 for questions and more information.
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Classes and Groups for You
We're managing diabetes. together.
Upcoming Empowerment Group Meetings:
- August 10 Bedford Empowerment Group
- August 11 Diva Club
- August 20 Euclid Empowerment Group
- August 22 Cleveland Empowerment Group
- August 22 Rocky River Senior Center Empowerment Group
We are here as your partner to help you manage diabetes throughout your life.
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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.
August 10 Bedford Empowerment Group
August 11 Diva Club
August 20 Euclid Empowerment Group
August 22 Cleveland Empowerment Group featuring "Taking Contol" with Ruth Charne
August 22 Rocky River Senior Center Empowerment Group
September 8 Backpack Bivouac XXI
September 22 Camp Ho Mita Koda Teen Program
October 27 28th Annual Promenade
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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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