Bendigo
Type 1 families support network in Bendigo
Families and children living with type 1 diabetes in Bendigo and surrounding suburbs.
Contact: Megan Starr
0401553987, jmguzzo@outlook.com
Clyde
Lets talk about T1D
Group for those living with Type 1 and their families in the Clyde and surrounding suburbs area
Contact: Debrah Bayley
0404898044, debbayley1@gmail.com
Colac
BUDS (Diabuddys)
A type 1 diabetes support group based in Colac.
People living with type 1 diabetes, their families, and support people are welcome to attend. The group meets on the last Sunday of each month at Lakeview Café, Colac (see the Facebook page for meeting details Facebook: BUDS (Diabuddys) Colac Facebook Page). BUDS provides an opportunity to connect, share experiences, and enjoy a relaxed catch-up. Children’s activities, including stickers and colouring sheets, are also available.
Contact: Todd
0488 338 620, diabuddysp@gmail.com
Geelong
Geelong Type 1 Group
Adults living with type 1 in the Geelong area, casual meet-ups every couple of months.
Contact: Julie
0407889816, juldal00@gmail.com
Melbourne
Melbourne T1 Young person’s Diabetes group
This group is designed for families with children under 18 living with Type 1 Diabetes. We offer exciting events during the school holidays and a welcoming space for your child to connect with others and an opportunity to make new friends. Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/750471937164918 We look forward to welcoming you to our community!
Contact: Maria Condemi
0429778810, melbt1@hotmail.com
Melbourne
Type One Melbourne (TOM)
Type One Tastings Young adult (18+) social group for individuals living with type 1 in Melbourne CBD. Hosting quarterly social and formal events.
Contact: Bethel Belay,
Melbourne (Northern East Suburbs)
More Than Diabetes
A monthly peer support group for young adults aged 18 to 25 living with type 1 diabetes. Come along to connect with others who understand, share experiences, have a laugh and build friendships in a relaxed, supportive environment. Because life is about so much more than diabetes. Sessions will be held in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, run for approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, and are completely free of charge. To register your interest or find out more, please contact Montanna. A registration form with further details about the group, meeting locations and session times will then be sent to you.
Contact: Montanna Ferraro, montanna.ferraro97@gmail.com
Morwell
Latrobe Valley Diabetes Support Group
Adults living with Type 1 in the Latrobe Valley (Morwell)
Contact: Michelle Darling
1800 242 696, michelle.darling@lchs.com.au
Thornbury
Melbourne Type 1 Group
A friendly social group for adults living with Type 1 diabetes.
Ages: From 20s up to 70s
Contact: Teresa Pitt and Meg Jones, 0419 438 221, teresa.pitt44@outlook.com
Warragul
Older Adults with Type 1 Diabetes (OAT1D)
West Gippsland Community Health
This group is for older adults with type 1 diabetes
Contact: Sandra Bell on (03) 5624 3500 or Donna Ablett on (03) 5623 0848.
Warragul
Sugarbabes
West Gipplsand Healthcare Group Children and families with type 1
Contact: Donna Ablett
(03)5624 3500, donna.ablett@wghg.com.au
Warragul
Sweet Sisters
West Gippsland Healthcare Group Women with type 1
Contact: Donna Ablett
(03)5624 3500, donna.ablett@wghg.com.au
Warragul
Warragul West Gippsland Diabetes Support Group Group meets on the third Tuesday of the month from February through to November @ 1.30pm.
Contact: Carol Barbeler
0435823008, carol.barbeler@wghg.com.au
Warrnambool
Warrnambool Type 1 Parents and Carers Peer Support Group
A group for family who have children who live with type 1
Contact: Hayley Wisewould
0418121267, hayleywisewould@gmail.com