About Us

Downriver Diabetes is a support group for families of children with diabetes who are learning to cope with and better understand their child's illness.

The Downriver Diabetes group offers people a chance to meet and talk about this unexpected hurdle in life. It allows parents dealing with diabetes for the first time to join together on this unfamiliar path, and to be guided by the knowledge of more experienced parents. Through the learning that occurs at the meetings, diabetes is revealed as a manageable illness that does not have to be the cause of endless worries and obstacles.

.You will pick up some clever tips and tricks from the more experienced families. You can also help others by sharing your own diabetes related experiences. Many families with diabetes have never talked to anyone else with the disease. This group can show you that you are not alone in dealing with your problems and feelings. Come join us at the next meeting

History
Downriver Diabetes formally known as Downriver Diabetes Family Support Network was formed in 2001. We would like to thank the founders: Ellen Laurain, Nancy Paul, Peggy Whalen, Lisa Verdun and Debbie Fobar.