T1D Parent Support Group – Auburn, WA
Play Area at the Auburn Outlet Collection, Auburn, WA
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We all have a story of how T1D has changed our lives. As a Breakthrough T1D advocate, I use my voice to tell lawmakers our story of living with T1D and why research must continue.
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Clinical Trials and Studies Now Enrolling!
There are several research clinics and institutes that are seeking participants for their studies and clinical trials right now! Please see below to find a clinical trial that appropriate for you. Also, if you have specific questions about clinical trials…
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Get Involved with Breakthrough T1D PNW
Breakthrough T1D PNW offers volunteer opportunities throughout the year where your time, skills, and passion can drive towards exciting advancements in T1D research. Whether you enjoy hands-on event set up or sharing knowledge to those in our community, we welcome…
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Up Next in the Greater Northwest (WA, ID, MT, AK)
Visit and Bookmark our Greater Northwest website! Upcoming events in our Greater Northwest Chapter (WA, ID, MT, AK) T1D Parent Support Group – Auburn, WA January 17, 2026 at 10:00am PT Connect with fellow parents who understand the challenges of…
Events
T1D Breakthroughs on the Horizon – Virtual Research Update
Join us on January 21st at 6:30pm PT for an exciting virtual research update hosted on Zoom, featuring Breakthrough T1D’s Pacific Northwest Mission Information & Clinical Trial Education Volunteers, Jude Restis and Dr. Laura Tremblay! This session will highlight exciting…
Cell Therapies
Medical Affairs
Research
Gingerbread Village is Back for Its 31st Year!
The sweetest Seattle tradition is here! The 31st Annual Sheraton Grand Seattle Gingerbread Village returns this holiday season, inviting visitors to experience a world of creativity. Each year, local architects, chefs, and “Elves” living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) come…
General
Celebrate the Holidays with T1D Confidence!
Nearly every holiday is celebrated with food and that can often cause some anxiety for people living with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Our holiday guides offer helpful tips, and carb counts for popular foods across cultures so that you and…
Life with T1D
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Kara Alicia
Board President
Jacqui Jones
Board President Elect
Mike Boyle
Development Chair
Keith Overa
Advocacy Team Chair
Julie Geddes
Mission Information Volunteer
Jude Restis
Mission Information Volunteer
Laura Tremblay
Mission Information Volunteer
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PO Box 1531
Hagerstown, MD, 21741-1531
