{"id":14707,"date":"2026-02-06T18:00:49","date_gmt":"2026-02-06T18:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/?p=14707"},"modified":"2026-02-10T01:01:10","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T01:01:10","slug":"breakthrough-t1d-greater-los-angeles-december-newsletter-2-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/2026\/02\/06\/breakthrough-t1d-greater-los-angeles-december-newsletter-2-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Breakthrough T1D Greater Los Angeles February Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14709\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2026\/02\/LA1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"975\" height=\"258\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2026\/02\/LA1.jpg 975w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2026\/02\/LA1-300x79.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2026\/02\/LA1-768x203.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 975px) 100vw, 975px\" \/>Exciting news! The Southern California Chapter is now becoming the Greater Los Angeles, Greater Orange County, and San Diego and Hawai&#8217;i Chapters. To learn about events in other Chapters in Southern California and Hawai&#8217;i, visit the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterorangeca\">Greater Orange County Chapter<\/a><\/strong> or the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/sandiegocahawaii\/\">San Diego and Hawai&#8217;i Chapter<\/a><\/strong> websites.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">Breakthrough T1D Walk<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12264 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2025\/10\/Newsletter-Banners-for-WordPress.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"568\" height=\"320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2025\/10\/Newsletter-Banners-for-WordPress.png 568w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2025\/10\/Newsletter-Banners-for-WordPress-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 568px) 100vw, 568px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Breakthrough T1D Walk brings together thousands to support a brighter future for those with type 1 diabetes (T1D). It\u2019s a chance for individuals, families, businesses, and communities to make a real impact. Join us at one of our Greater Los Angeles Walks\u2014choose your location and register today!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Los Angeles Walk<\/strong>, <strong>March 21<sup>st<\/sup>, 2026<\/strong> at <strong>Pasadena Rose Bowl<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-teams=\"true\">Register <a id=\"menur5ft\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www2.breakthrought1d.org\/site\/tr\/walk\/southerncaliforniachapter4041?pg=entry&amp;fr_id=10518\" href=\"https:\/\/www2.breakthrought1d.org\/site\/TR\/Walk\/SouthernCaliforniaChapter4041?pg=entry&amp;fr_id=10518\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Link here\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a>. For any questions, contact <a href=\"mailto:spietrzak@bt1d.org\"><strong>Sue Pietrzak<\/strong><\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Santa Barbara Walk, September, 2026, TBD<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>For any questions, contact <strong><a href=\"mailto:JParra@Breakthrought1d.org\">Judy Parra.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>\n<p>Encourage your friends and family to join your team for this fun, impactful event. Together, we are a force for change. Thank you for your ongoing dedication and support. We can&#8217;t wait to walk with you!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">Gala<\/h2>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14711 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2026\/02\/Haley-and-John.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2026\/02\/Haley-and-John.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2026\/02\/Haley-and-John-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2026\/02\/Haley-and-John-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\">Save the Date!<\/h3>\n<p>Save the date to join us on <strong>October 10, 2026 <\/strong>at the<strong> Skirball Cultural Center<\/strong> for an unforgettable evening filled with purpose, celebration, and raising funds for T1D research.<\/p>\n<p>Until then, we&#8217;re assembling a group of amazing individuals to serve on our Gala Committee and help plan next year&#8217;s event. If you love making a difference, have a strong network, and enjoy planning unforgettable events, we\u2019d love to have you!<\/p>\n<p>For more information contact <strong><a href=\"mailto:tkennedy@breakthrought1d.org\">Tarah Kennedy.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">Breakthrough T1D Endurance<\/h2>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14665 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2025\/12\/Media-4_Judy-Parra-e1769805245621.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1247\" height=\"890\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2025\/12\/Media-4_Judy-Parra-e1769805245621.jpg 1247w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2025\/12\/Media-4_Judy-Parra-e1769805245621-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2025\/12\/Media-4_Judy-Parra-e1769805245621-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2025\/12\/Media-4_Judy-Parra-e1769805245621-768x548.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1247px) 100vw, 1247px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\">Ride<\/h3>\n<p>Join us for the Breakthrough T1D Ride, where every pedal stroke powers research, advocacy, and support to improve lives until we find a cure. This inspiring, high-energy event welcomes cyclists of all skill levels to raise T1D awareness and accelerate our journey to a world without T1D. We are excited to announce the 2026 Ride destinations!<\/p>\n<p>La Crosse, WI: August 13-16, 2026<br \/>\nThe Cascades, WA: August 27-30, 2026<br \/>\nCape Cod, MA: September 24-27, 2026<br \/>\nAustin, TX: October 27-November 1, 2026<br \/>\nAmelia Island, FL: December 3-6, 2026<br \/>\nMY RIDE: Your Ride, Your Way, Your Day<\/p>\n<p>Where will you ride? <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www2.breakthrought1d.org\/site\/SPageServer?pagename=ride_homepage\">Register today!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For questions or more information about Breakthrough T1D Endurance opportunities, contact <a href=\"mailto:JParra@BreakthroughT1D.org\"><strong>Judy Parra.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\">Breakthrough T1D Community Engagement<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2025\/10\/Community-Summit.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12255 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2025\/10\/Community-Summit.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"568\" height=\"320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2025\/10\/Community-Summit.png 568w, https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/153\/2025\/10\/Community-Summit-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 568px) 100vw, 568px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Breakthrough T1D Community Summits are an educational and networking opportunity for all those impacted by type 1 diabetes (T1D). They will bring our community together to learn from T1D experts, hear about the latest breakthroughs in T1D research, meet vendor exhibitors, connect with others impacted by T1D, and more.<\/p>\n<p>As we look ahead to the New Year, we&#8217;re forming Community Engagement Committees across several regions. If you\u2019re passionate about bringing people together, supporting event planning, or helping strengthen our healthcare partnerships, we\u2019d be thrilled to have you involved!<\/p>\n<p>Interested? Please contact <a href=\"mailto:MPallete@BreakthroughT1D.org\"><strong>Marcela Pallete<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Join Us<\/strong> for our next Community Summit!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Santa Barbara, <\/strong>Sunday, May 3, at the University of California, Santa Barbara | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/greaterlaca\/events\/santa-barbara-community-summit\/\">Register Here<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Pasadena,\u00a0<\/strong>Sunday, November 15, at the Pasadena Convention Center | Registration information coming soon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\">Upcoming Chapter Events<\/h3>\n<p><strong>In-Person Event<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Young Kids Park Meet Up <\/strong>&#8211; Saturday, February 21, 2026, 10 a.m. at Castle Peak Park (24220 Clarington Dr, West Hills). Join us for a volunteer led, casual park meet-up where families and kids living with Type 1 Diabetes can connect, play, and build community. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=IBtv5SshXk25dd7wxojFIfmVhC3YEWVImnHcBdfxte1UN1FVRTEyT0JZMzlSRFVWSjdFWEFNODY0SS4u&amp;route=shorturl\">RSVP Here.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Virtual Events<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Virtual Community Summit<\/strong> \u2013 Breakthrough T1D\u2019s Community Summits offer virtual educational sessions four times a year, to help you and your loved ones live well with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Register <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/t1d-community\/summits\/#community-summitreg\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>E-Meet &amp; Greets: Monthly Zoom Meetups<\/strong> \u2013\u00a0Rotating Wednesdays, 12pm.\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJwtdeusrTkjG9Kus20U-h5-EzZJKiXZi_jW?_ga=2.34413921.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">Parents and Caregivers of Children with T1D Under the Age of 5<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJwvduyuqz4tE9Dfe4ItH72MrOL9GDe28NEt?_ga=2.5002611.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">Parents and Caregivers of Children with T1D Ages 5-12<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJwpdOuhqzIvG9I47I8QS719G3a0w9L3DJSe?_ga=2.35452385.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">Parents and Caregivers of Children with T1D Ages 13-21\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJAof-6oqTMvGtW9gna-DTXnuw14S7ooHOws?_ga=2.29686271.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">Adults Living with T1D\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Reuni\u00f3n Virtual Para Adultos y Familias con Diabetes Tipo 1 en Espa\u00f1ol<\/strong> &#8211;\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJMqd--pqD0jGdb1RASd25Q2gJqRve9sMBml?_ga=2.71088592.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">Aprende m\u00e1s aqu\u00ed<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>T1D Teen Connect Monthly Meetup<\/strong> \u2013\u00a0Third Wednesdays, 5-6pm. Register<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJItdO6hrDIqHddHr5r3l65m3CymviBVEHDW?_ga=2.63247855.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Ask the Therapist Monthly <\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Fourth Tuesdays, 12pm-1pm. Register<span style=\"color: #002bff\">\u00a0<\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #002bff\"><a style=\"color: #002bff\" href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/mH2-HjUxRXavv3DZE3teiw\">here<\/a><\/span>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Newly Diagnosed Ask the Endocrinologist\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Third Wednesdays, 8-9am. Register <span style=\"color: #002bff\"><a style=\"color: #002bff\" href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tJMkcuGtqD8qHdBf4UrmmN_11ExwRjt4f6dJ?_ga=2.268956465.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a><\/span>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>T1D Dads Barbershop Talk<\/strong> \u2013\u00a0Every 3 months on the 2<sup>nd<\/sup> Friday of the month, 12-1pm. Register\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tZUqdu-hrTIjHtI5L_Fy82pUl11Oc3pBTBHh?_ga=2.105764547.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>T1D Partner Support Group\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Last Tuesday, every 3 months, 6-7pm. Register <a href=\"https:\/\/breakthrought1d-org.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tZUpc-uorTkiEtypkZWS1poT0b72PjeSRpth%20?_ga=2.39646947.1770202150.1707934780-626293340.1690307439#\/registration\"><strong><span style=\"color: #002bff\">here<\/span><\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Exciting news! The Southern California Chapter is now becoming the Greater Los Angeles, Greater Orange County, and San Diego and Hawai&#8217;i Chapters. 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