Breakthrough T1D Northern California Chapter Welcomes New Members to our Community Board
We’re thrilled to welcome new members to our Breakthrough T1D Northern California Chapter Community Board: Hale Johnston, Nick Mitchell, Paola Reynoso and Dessi Zaharieva. We also send a heartfelt Thank You to our retiring board members: Dr. Saleh Adi, Michelle Griffin, Eric Kendall, Brad Layous, Joe Niehaus, Nancy Riley, Adrea Tencer and Jenny Williams. Thank you for your leadership! Learn more about our entire FY2023 Community Board at jdrf.org/norcal/leadership.
ISPAD-Breakthrough T1D Research Fellowships Announced
The International Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes (ISPAD) aims to promote research, education, and advocacy in children, adolescents, and young adults with diabetes—across the globe. The ISPAD-Breakthrough T1D Research Fellowships provide $25,000 to people under the age of 40 who wish to pursue a career in diabetes related research. Read about the winners.
California Plans to Manufacture Affordable Insulin
In his most recent budget adopted by the state of California, Governor Gavin Newsom announced a plan for the state to manufacture its own insulin, sell it at close to the cost of manufacturing, and make it available to every California resident who needs it regardless of their insurance status. Read more.
Fill Up at The Giving Pump/Cox Family Stores in NorCal Communities: August 1st – October 31st
Cox Family Stores and Shell have partnered on a philanthropic initiative – The Giving Pump. Now through October 31st, at select stations around NorCal communities, simply fill up at the The Giving Pump and a portion of your purchase will be donated to Breakthrough T1D. The Cox family is personally affected by T1D and is passionate about supporting Breakthrough T1D. Read more and see participating stations.
Upcoming Chapter Events
Breakthrough T1D Game2Give, Game Over, T1D! Live stream content creators and T1D community members from around the world will host charity streams from July 1 – August 31, culminating with a 10-day livestream event from Aug 19–28. Learn more and play.
Sacramento Family & Caregivers Meet-Up – September 4, 2022, 2-4pm, Harry Crab Park, Roseville. This event will repeat every 3 months on the first Sunday. Learn more.
Breakthrough T1D Hope Gala – September 24, 2022, The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco. Presented by Abbott – makers of the FreeStyle Libre® system.
This 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.
Breakthrough T1D Ride – Six beautiful destinations and My Ride opportunities across the U.S. with local training events throughout 2022. All levels welcome! Learn more and register at ride.jdrf.org.
Breakthrough T1D One Walk, NorCal – November 6, 2022.
We’ll be in person at California’s Great America in Santa Clara! Register today! walk.jdrf.org/norcal
Recurring Outreach Events:
E-Meet & Greets: Monthly Zoom Meetups – Rotating Wednesdays, 12pm PT
Parents and Caregivers of Children with T1D Under the Age of 5
Parents and Caregivers of Children with T1D Ages 5-12
Parents and Caregivers of Children with T1D Ages 13-21
Adults Living with T1D
Reunión Virtual Para Adultos y Familias con Diabetes Tipo 1 en Español – Segundo Miércoles, 5-6pm PT
Registrar aquí.
T1D Teen Connect Monthly Meetup – Third Wednesdays, 5-6pm PT
Register for the next T1D Teen Connect.
Ask the Endo Monthly Sessions – Third Tuesdays, 8-9am PT
Register for the next Ask the Endo.
Ask the Therapist Monthly Sessions – First Wednesdays, 8-9am PT
Register for the next Ask the Therapist.
Young Leadership Committee (YLC) Meetings – First Wednesdays, 6pm PT
Register for the next YLC Monthly Meeting.
TypeOneNation Virtual Summit – First Thursdays
Register for the series. En español, regístrar aquí.
Special Announcements & Resources
- Become a Breakthrough T1D Advocate! Help secure Federal funding for T1D research, and inform health and regulatory policy. Visit jdrf.org/join and email your U.S. Senators TODAY to advocate for the INSULIN Act to make insulin more affordable.
- Insulin Access: Need help accessing insulin? Visit GetInsulin.org
- Clinical Trials: Participating in a clinical trial is a great way to contribute to curing, preventing and treating T1D and its complications. Learn more
- Health Insurance Guide: Breakthrough T1D is committed to supporting you by providing tools to help you navigate healthcare and health insurance. Learn more
- Shop & Give Back: Visit jdrf.org/norcal/shop to view current promotions.
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Breakthrough T1D Northern California Chapter
Northwest Region Address:
JDRF, 1215 4th Ave. #1100
Seattle, WA 98161
jdrf.org/norcal
