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Send This Newsletter to someone who may be interested!
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Save The Date
June 25th, 2011
COMMIT-TED's
7th Annual Golf Outing
Details Soon
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Diabetes Camps
........ is this the year?
Diabetes camps are special. The children get to experience camp with other children who are living with Type I diabetes.
It's hard to leave your child, I know. But importantly, camp puts your child on the road to independence - a stepping stone for them...
and you!
There are many camps in the region that are put together by the American Diabetes Association. These include day camps for children 4-9, and overnight camps for children 9 and older. The ADA website explains everything you need to know.
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COMMIT-TED's Cups For Camp 2011
- a fundraising program for Type I diabetes camps
It's no secret that camps are expensive. Day camps cost $275, and overnight camps cost $450 to $795.
But these camps are special!
The kids learn, share life experiences, understand they are not alone, and have fun just like any other kid!
And by the way .....it could give you the first real break you've had since diagnosis (probably years). Been there.
All children who want to attend camp should have the opportunity to do so!
In a world where fundraisers exist for sports, hobbies, and other extracurricular activites, who wouldn't purchase a $10 coffee cup to help send your kid to a special diabetes camp?
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Its Not Too Late!
March 25th-27th
Cincinatti, OH
Children With Diabetes Regional Conference
Focus On Technology
Click on the logo below for details.
In my opinion, CWD puts on the best conference you could possibly attend to learn and interact with other families living with Type I diabetes.
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Save The Date!
April 16th, 2011
ADA Chicago EXPO
at
Navy Pier
The EXPO is FREE and includes health screenings, cooking demonstrations, product and service exhibitors, as well as leading experts talking about diabetes management and prevention. Get the latest information on preventing and managing diabetes and its deadly complications to help keep you and your family healthy.
Click the link below for details and registration:
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Diabetes Fair
On March 5th, the Diabetes Clinic at Hope Children's Hospital put on a diabetes fair for the community.
The hall was filled with exhibitors from diabetes companies, and families had the opportunity to see their products and ask them questions.
In the auditorium, Dr. Farah Khatoon introduced herself as Hope's new Pediatric Endocrinologist, and Dr, Gabrielle Roberts gave an informative lecture on identifying and addressing behavioral concerns.
Other topics presented included ADA Camps and Slam Dunk Basketball Camp.
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COMMIT-TED is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) charitable organization, established exclusively for the benefit of juvenile diabetes.
COMMIT-TED's mission is to raise funds to provide charitable support to organizations committed to scientific research, education, and needs-based efforts focused on Type I diabetes.
COMMIT-TED's motto:
Care For Today... Hope For Tomorrow
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This email was prepared by Brian T. Trost, father of a child with Type I diabetes, and founder of COMMIT-TED Inc.
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Welcome to the March 2011 issue of COMMIT-TED's Email Newsletter.
Last weekend, I attended the Hope Diabetes Fair. It was really good to see some old friends, and meet new families. Please see my Event Review below.
Which brings us to another opportunity for our Type I families. On April 9th, La Rabida Children's Hospital is hosting a Spring Celebration in Orland Park. Check out the Event Announcement for all the details.
How about an old fashioned bus trip to see a diabetes camp? Your family is invited to go see a camp in Indiana on May 1st.
I am currently piecing together the COMMIT-TED Informational Event on June 4th, at Moraine Valley Community College. This will be a fantastic opportunity to see some outstanding Guest Speakers. Registration for this free event will open in April.
As always, I am interested in your comments and requests for any topics that you would like to see in this newsletter. Please let me know what you think: brian@commit-ted.com
- Brian Trost |
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EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT
La Rabida Diabetes Symposium
Saturday, April 9th, 2011 9am - 3pm
Homewood Suites, 16245 S. LaGrange Road, Orland Park, Illinois
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Click Logo for Information about the La Rabida Diabetes Clinic |
Spring Celebration:
Healthy Living with Diabetes ...
an event hosted by the Chicago Children's Diabetes Center (CCDC) at La Rabida
The Diabetes Team at La Rabida is opening its doors to the diabetes community. Everyone is welcome to attend!
This is a FREE, special opportunity to learn about the diabetes program at La Rabida, and the resources it has to offer families in our area. Spearheaded by Dr. Anita Swamy, the event will provide an overview of the diabetes program and an introduction to her professional team. Come to learn about the satellite offices in New Lenox, Hinsdale, and St. John, IN.
In addition, tech companies will be displaying their products, and four informative seminars will be provided as follows:
1. Healthy Eating and Living Tips
2. Ask Your Educator - an interactive panel
3. Psychological Aspects of Kids Diabetes Care
4. High Cholesterol in Diabetics
Register Online by clicking the link below:
Call 773-770-2232 for more detailed information, or access the clinic's event anouncement by clicking the link below:
Hope to see you there!
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EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT Sunday, March 20th, 2:00 to 4:30 Ice Cream Social and Magic Show Hope Children's Hospital Auditorium Conference Center 93rd and Kilbourn, Oak Lawn, Illinois Hope's Helping Hands For Diabetes, a new support group for diabetic children and their families, is sponsoring an Ice Cream Social and Magic Show for the kids. Who can come? Any family that has a diabetic child. But...... You must register!
The purpose of the event is to let kids be kids, meet new people, and introduce you to the new Support Group. Lots of things are happening here......
Everyone is welcome, but remember,
you must register by March 15th!
Register by calling Debbie at 708-684-5670,
or click below to email your family name
and total number of attendees to:
Hope to see you there!
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EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Saturday, June 4th 2011, 9am to Noon
COMMIT-TED Type I Diabetes Informational Event
.... for Parents and Caregivers of children with Type I diabetes
Moraine Valley Community College - Conference Center
9000 W. College Parkway, Palos Hills, Illinois
Please join COMMIT-TED for a unique event, put together from the perspective of a Type I parent.
The Tentative Schedule.......
We are very lucky to have Keynote Speakers Suzanne Elder, and Gary Gilles. Suzanne will provide a status update on The Care of Students With Diabetes law that was recently passed for schools in our state, and Gary will provide a Research Update to give us insight as to what may be down the road for our children.
In addition, breakout sessions of interest to your personal situation will be presented by representatives from local hospital diabetic clinics and other professionals with related expertise.
A focused representation of technology will also be on display -from manufacturers of insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors. Classroom style Breakout sessions will provide you with general information and answer your questions on these technologies.
It is very important that you register for this event. COMMIT-TED's previous Informational Event which was held at Saint Xavier University, was popularly attended. I say this because Space is Limited. Unfortunately, Day of event walk-ups will not be allowed.
Please keep in mind that this is not an event for children. This program is designed for adults (and mature teens) only, to provide optimum learning and interaction without distraction.
Registration and full details will be available through the April Newsletter, and also through the COMMIT-TED website beginning in April. This event is Free, and includes a breakfast of pastries, juice, and coffee.
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EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Sunday, May 1st, 2011
COMMIT-TED Bus Trip To a Diabetes Camp
ADA Camp John Warvel
Its no secret that I support diabetes camps. It just surprises me though, on just how few families send their child.
I believe that one of the barriers to participating in camp, is fear of the unknown.
I want to take that fear away!
Would you like to see a diabetes camp? No Pressure, No Obligation, And it's Free! Let's take an old-fashioned bus trip!
If enough families are interested, COMMIT-TED will sponsor a bus trip to an ADA Camp Open House, at Camp John Warvel, in North Webster, Indiana.
9:00 Bus Leaves South Suburbs
12:00 Arrive at Camp, tour the grounds and facilities, eat lunch
2:30 Depart Camp
5:00 Arrive Home
Camp John Warvel is located about 130 miles from Chicago's South Suburbs. It is operated by the American Diabetes Association, and is one of the area's most affordable options for summer diabetes camp. The ADA will be on site to answer any questions you may have.
Realistically, by May 1st, it is probably too late to attend this particular camp this summer - as it starts in early June. But the point of this trip would be to give you and your child an idea of what camp is really like - to take that fear of the unknown away -for some future time.
Click on the link below to learn about this camp:
Sign up by sending an email to me at:
I'll let you know if there is enough interest in the next newsletter!
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College Scholarships
Do you know a Type I student who is presently a senior in high school?
Is that student actively involved in the diabetes community?
He or she may qualify for a scholarship opportunity!
But time is running out - applications are due by May 15th.
The Diabetes Scholars Foundation Scholarship Program is available to incoming freshmen seeking a higher education at an accredited four year university, college, technical or trade school. This scholarship recognizes students who are actively involved in the diabetes community, who have high academic performance, who participate in community and/or extra-curricular activities and who have demonstrated that they are successfully managing the challenges of living with diabetes. Diabetes Scholars Foundation scholarships are not based on financial need.
Click the following link for the application and more details:
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