An informal and fun-loving group for parents and children affected by type I (insulin-dependent) diabetes.  They have meetings every other month in SE Charlotte and other activities. To learn the details, call an illustrious leader of the group at 704/321-5538 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.   (Click for overview of Diabetes resources)

This group for adults with diabetes meets twice a month at Presbyterian Hospital on Hawthorne. To learn the details, call the Diabetes Services at 384-7390 weekdays 9-5.  (Click for overview of Diabetes resources)

This friendly group for adults with diabetes as well as for parents of children with diabetes meets monthly at noon in Mooresville.  It provides mutual emotional support, continuing educcation (everything from grocery store trips to speakers on new or basic diabetes issues), and sharing of helpful hints (diets, recipes, etc.).  For details, call a leader of the group at 704/660-4859 weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.  They are also listed on the Lake Norman Regional Medical Center web site; click here to see that listing.   (Click for overview of Diabetes resources)

This daytime group for adults with diabetes meets monthly at Presbyterian Hospital Matthews to provide social and emotional support.  For details, call the group leader at 384-6454 Monday through Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (or leave a message at other times for a return call).   (Click for overview of Diabetes resources)

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Pump Patrons (2007) (1406)
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