{"id":20606,"date":"2022-03-04T21:37:12","date_gmt":"2022-03-04T21:37:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/norcal\/?p=20606"},"modified":"2026-03-06T23:34:57","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T23:34:57","slug":"jdrf-norcal-march-2022-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.breakthrought1d.org\/norcal\/2022\/03\/04\/jdrf-norcal-march-2022-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"Breakthrough T1D NorCal March 2022 Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Breakthrough T1D Joins Civica to Make Low-Cost Insulin Available to All Americans<\/h3>\n

In conjunction with leading partners in diabetes, advocacy, and healthcare, Breakthrough T1D has announced its support of a new initiative by Civica, a nonprofit generic drug company. This project will manufacture and distribute low-cost biosimilar insulin options, and will enable anyone to purchase insulin at no more than $30\/vial or $55\/box of five pens. Learn more<\/a><\/p>\n

To stay up to date on more life-changing advancements and research news, such as the recent FDA approval of Senseonics Eversense<\/a>, a long-term, implantable CGM for up to 6 months, visit jdrf.org\/blog<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

Helping the Diabetes Community in Ukraine<\/h3>\n

The Breakthrough T1D – Beyond Type 1 Alliance created a resource guide to support the diabetes community in Ukraine in the aftermath of the Russian invasion. This guide includes a list of organizations that are directly providing humanitarian aid that you can support financially. Learn more<\/a><\/p>\n

Breakthrough T1D is in Animal Crossing: New Horizons<\/h3>\n

Omnipod Bay is open for visitors! This charming family-friendly island brings diabetes representation to the popular Nintendo Switch video game Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Learn more<\/a><\/p>\n

Unstoppable Domains will Donate $200 to First 20 Riders who Raise at Least $100<\/h3>\n

Starting now, the first 20 Breakthrough T1D riders who raise at least $100 will receive a donation of $200 to their fundraising pages from our sponsor Unstoppable Domains<\/a>. The lucky winners will be announced on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17th. Earn your pot of gold by registering or logging on now at ride.jdrf.org!<\/a><\/p>\n

Breakthrough T1D NorCal is Hiring! Join Our Team as Development Manager<\/h3>\n

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people living with T1D and their loved ones, while building meaningful, mission-driven relationships? The position of Development Manager is responsible for driving team recruitment and fundraising success for the Breakthrough T1D One Walk and Peer to Peer programs in the Northern California Chapter. View the job posting and apply<\/a><\/p>\n

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Upcoming Chapter Events<\/h3>\n

Breakthrough T1D Tee to Table<\/strong> – May 13, 2022, The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
\nWe’ll be in person for this premier golf, tennis and culinary experience on the beautiful California coast! Presented by Devcon Construction, Inc.<\/a> Tickets and sponsorships are available now. COVID-19 precautions will be followed. Learn more at jdrf.org\/norcal\/t2t<\/a><\/p>\n

Breakthrough T1D Hope Gala<\/strong> – September 24, 2022, The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
\nThis lively and elegant fundraising event draws social, business and civic leaders from around the Bay Area and Northern California. Learn more at jdrf.org\/norcal\/hopegala<\/a><\/p>\n

Recurring Outreach Events:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

E-Meet & Greets: Monthly Zoom Meetups – <\/strong>Rotating Wednesdays, 12pm PT
\nParents and Caregivers of Children with T1D Under the Age of 5<\/a>
\nParents and Caregivers of Children with T1D Ages 5-12<\/a>
\nParents and Caregivers of Children with T1D Ages 13-21<\/a>
\nAdults Living with T1D<\/a><\/p>\n

Reuni\u00f3n Virtual Para Adultos y Familias con Diabetes Tipo 1 en Espa\u00f1ol – <\/strong>Segundo Mi\u00e9rcoles, 5-6pm PT
\nRegistrar aqu\u00ed<\/a><\/p>\n

T1D Teen Connect Monthly Meetup<\/strong> – Third Wednesdays, 5-6pm PT
\nRegister for the next T1D Teen Connect<\/a><\/p>\n

Ask the Endo Monthly Sessions<\/strong> – Third Tuesdays, 8-9am PT
\nRegister for the next Ask the Endo<\/a><\/p>\n

Ask the Therapist Monthly Sessions<\/strong> – First Wednesdays, 8-9am PT
\nRegister for the next Ask the Therapist<\/a><\/p>\n

Young Leadership Committee (YLC) Meetings<\/strong> – First Wednesdays, 6pm PT
\nRegister for the next YLC Monthly Meeting<\/a><\/p>\n

TypeOneNation Virtual Summit<\/strong> – First Thursdays
\nRegister for the series<\/a>. En espa\u00f1ol, reg\u00edstrar aqu\u00ed<\/a><\/p>\n

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Special Announcements & Resources<\/h3>\n