Type 1 diabetes services
We provide a range of programs and services designed specifically to support people with type 1 diabetes. We want to help improve your knowledge and management of your condition and to reduce the impact of living with type 1 diabetes.
DA – Vic has a Type 1 Diabetes Program Team which consists of six staff. The Team plans and organises events, develops new resources, and provides non-clinical information and support to people with type 1 diabetes and their families. The program is supported by the health professional team who provide clinical advice and information.
If you have type 1 diabetes and would like further information about the Type 1 Diabetes Program, you can contact a member of the team by calling 1300 136 588.
Type 1 diabetes specific services
Advocacy
Type 1 diabetes e-newsletter - The Typist
DAFNE
Diabetes Camps Victoria
Education, information and support
Information sessions
AcT1vate
Kellion medal
Pregnancy information
Research
Resources
Support groups
Advocacy
Our Advocacy service supports you in addressing issues of concern such as discrimination and access to services and support.
Type 1 diabetes e-newsletter - The Typist
If you have type 1 diabetes then you may be interested in our free monthly e-Newsletter, The Typist, produced by the team in the Type 1 Diabetes Program. The newsletter is full of the latest type 1 diabetes research, events and updates on news in the type 1 diabetes world.
If you have type 1 diabetes and would like to receive a free copy, please click here.
DAFNE
Dose Adjustment for Normal Eating (DAFNE) is a five day course for people with type 1 diabetes, which aims to give you control of your diabetes by learning to carbohydrate count and adjust your own insulin doses.
Diabetes Camps Victoria
Diabetes Camps Victoria provides recreation programs for children aged 8 to 17 years, including camps, day activities and regular newsletters.
Education, Information and Support
Credentialled diabetes educators are available from 9am to 4pm (Monday to Friday) to answer your questions concerning your diabetes management via phone, email or in person.
The type 1 diabetes program team provide information about services, resources and events, and offer support to people living with type 1 diabetes and their families.
Information sessions
Sessions throughout the year cover a wide range of topics relevant to people with type 1 diabetes. They are held in metropolitan and regional areas. Annual events include:
- Type 1 in the City – a series of six city-based events held in the evening
- Type 1 Out of Town – a series of regional events held throughout the year
- Diabetes Plus – all day seminar held in association with World Diabetes Day
Insulin pumps are an increasingly popular insulin delivery method for people with type 1 diabetes. An information booklet is available for people considering pump therapy and information sessions are held throughout the year. Information is available through the education services and type 1 program staff.
AcT1vate
Run in conjunction with HypoActive, this interactive weekend workshop for adults focuses on diabetes and exercise.
Read about three AcT1vate participants experience from the pilot program here:
Jennifer Gracie (PDF 28KB)
Craig Sharpe (PDF 15KB)
Robert Carpino (PDF 3KB)
Kellion Medal
Every year, we award the Kellion Victory Medal to Victorians who have lived with diabetes for more than 50, 60, 70 and 75 years. More than 1000 Australians have received Kellion Victory Medals to date. Health professionals, families and support groups can nominate recipients.
Pregnancy Information
Information sessions are conducted regularly for women with type 1 diabetes considering pregnancy. The "Can I Have a Healthy Baby?" booklet addresses pre-conception recommendations and pregnancy information for women with type 1 diabetes and is available in our shop.
Research
Every year we contribute to the Diabetes Australia Research Trust (DART). Since being established in 1987, DART has provided over $15 million to Australian diabetes researchers.
Resources
We have several publications specifically about type 1 diabetes. These include:
Call 1300 136 588 to order.
Support groups
The Community Network (ComNet) is a state-wide network of over 60 diabetes support groups. Currently there are eight type 1 specific support groups and there are many groups that have type 1 members.
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Last updated 2 March 2010