Support for Adults with Type 1 Diabetes
Receiving a type 1 diabetes diagnosis as an adult can be surprising and overwhelming. Breakthrough T1D is here to support you as you adjust to your new normal.
Support and Resources
An introduction to life with type 1 diabetes created by people living with T1D and medical experts.
Learn how to build the type 1 diabetes support team that best fits your needs .
Learn how to manage the stress, anxiety, and loss of sleep associated with type 1 diabetes.
Find your local chapter, attend an event, or join our online forum to connect with other adults with type 1 diabetes.
Breakthrough T1D Adult Pack
The Breakthrough T1D Teen Pack is filled with tools and resources to help make your journey with type 1 diabetes a little smoother.
An introductory guide to type 1 diabetes (T1D) created with care by people living with T1D, their families, and medical experts. Learn T1D basics, what you should know about blood sugar and insulin, how to educate others about T1D, and where to find more information.
- A handy pouch to help you organize your diabetes supplies
- A Breakthrough T1D Lokai bracelet
- Colorful stickers for water bottles, laptops, and more, created by Breakthrough T1D
- An illustrated overview of low and high blood sugar causes, symptoms, and treatments
- Information about Breakthrough T1D and how you can get involved
The Adult Pack is great to have at the time of diagnosis, and it also includes items that are helpful to take a peek at later on. If you are an adult living with T1D, I highly encourage you to order your kit today!”
Navigating T1D as an Adult
In this entertaining video series, Breakthrough T1D CEO Aaron Kowalski, Ph.D., teams up with Taking Control Of Your Diabetes (TCOYD) Founder Steve Edelman, M.D., and TCOYD Director Jeremy Pettus, M.D., team up to share their personal and professional perspectives as adults living with type 1 diabetes.
Exercise with Type 1 Diabetes
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Workplace Guide
Common misconceptions, stereotypes, or assumptions about the condition can lead to being treated unfairly. Learn about your workplace rights as a person with T1D.
Support for All Ages and Stages
Breakthrough T1D is here to support you and your family at every step on your type 1 diabetes journey.
Resources to help children and families navigate a new T1D diagnosis.
Information and encouragement to help teens adjust to life with T1D.
Community Reading Room
Explore our digital library of book recommendations curated for people living with T1D and the people who love and support them, creating a shared experience with every page.
