We have multiple options to provide support to those living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) or caring for children with T1D. Through the T1D Connections Program, Breakthrough T1D Upstate New York provides in-person and virtual support groups for our community members.

Questions? Please reach out to Marianna Seefeldt at MSeefeldt@breakthrought1d.org.

 

T1D Connections Meetings

We host a Virtual T1D Connections Meeting every month for Parents & Caregivers of children living with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Register & join us via Zoom on the following days:

February 5, 2025 – 6PM

March 5, 2025 – 6PM

April 2, 2025 – 6PM

May 7, 2025 – 6PM

 

Our in person T1D Connections program allows families of children 6-11 years of age and their caregivers to meet in person once a month. Supervision of the children is provided, as well as games and activities. The parents/caregivers will have guided conversations in a separate space.

T1D Connections Meetings will take place at the following locations:

Albany, NY

Bring On The Spectrum Community Space & Sensory Gym

71 Fuller Rd, Colonie, NY 12205

February 5, 2025 – 6:30 PM

March 5, 2025 – 6:30 PM

April 2, 2025 – 6:30 PM

May 7, 2025 – 6:30 PM

 

Buffalo, NY

 

 

 

Orchard Park Library

4570 South Buffalo St, Orchard Park, NY 14127

February 11, 2025 – 6:30 PM

March 11, 2025 – 6:30 PM

April 8, 2025 – 6:30 PM

Please contact Laura Gill at (716) 249-1193 with questions!

 

D-Link Meetings at Williamsville Branch Library

Join D-Link, a support group designed to provide an opportunity for young people with Type 1 Diabetes to get together to share their experiences and grow from the support of their peers.

January 21, 2025 – 6:30 PM

February 11, 2025 – 6:30 PM

To RSVP for these meeting, please email dlinkfacilitators@gmail.com.

 

Rochester, NY

 Stay tuned for more information on upcoming events!

 

Syracuse, NY

 Liverpool Public Library

310 Tulip St, Liverpool, NY 13088

February 6, 2025 – 6:30 PM

March 6, 2025 – 6:30 PM

April 3, 2025 – 6:30 PM

May 1, 2025 – 6:30 PM

June 5, 2025 – 6:30 PM

Breakthrough T1D Community Summit

Join us in October 2025 for our next Breakthrough T1D Community Summit!