Family Support Opportunities


Type 1 Parent Support Network
Who: Open to all parents/caregivers of children (all ages) with type 1 diabetes.
What: Support Group led by a trained counselor
When: Meets every Wednesday morning at 10 a.m. No commitment necessary.
Where: 8701 N. Mopac, Suite 110
Cost: Free
For more information:
Contact Jane at the JDRF office, 512-343-0663. (Please let us know you are coming in case of change in our schedule.)

Austin Teens Type 1 Diabetic Force
OUR MISSION - For teens with Type 1 Diabetes and their Parents: To promote physical, emotional and spiritual well-being through family support, exchange of information and shared experiences.

This Austin-based group for Type 1 teens was started in 2003 as a result of area teens and their parents feeling an important need to come together for mutual support, the exchange of information, and advocacy for Type 1 teens.

This group meets the second Wednesday of each month, but meeting dates vary depending on holidays and additional group plans. Teens ages 11 – 18 and their parents meet together or separately for activities, discussions and refreshments. Guest speakers provide knowledgeable information for the families on relevant topics.

Special events for the group have included movie and pizza night for the teens, holiday family parties, glow-in-the-dark bowling at UT, car washes to raise funds, picnics and participation as a group in the annual WALK TO CURE DIABETES.
For More Information on Teen Support Group Contact:
Nancy Bain Rutner or Richard Rutner
Outreach & Event Coordinators
Phone: 512-336-8122
nancybain@sbcglobal.net

JDRF School & Diabetes Support
Sometimes school systems can be a challenge for kids with diabetes. Click here to learn about 504 plans and how to work effectively with your school to establish a positive and supportive environment for your child with diabetes.

HOTPOD (Heart of Texas Parents of Diabetics)
Heart of Texas Parents of Diabetics (HOTPOD) was founded by JDRF volunteers, Lisa & Jim Straus. It is an e-mail group that enables parents to engage in on-line conversations about diabetes. You can actively participate or sit back and read the e-mails to find out what other parents are talking about. To join, send an e-mail to Lisa Straus and she will add you to the group!

Kids Online
This is a cool new website created by JDRF for kids with diabetes. Check it out at http://kids.jdrf.org

Teen Support Group
Teens with type 1 diabetes and their parents - Regular monthly meetings - 2nd Wednesday at 7:00 PM
Guest speakers, social activities together, networking and support!
Contact David or Ruthe Ball at 326-9172 or dball@davidballdesign.com for more information.
Our Mission: For teens with Type 1 Diabetes and their parents - to promote physical, emotional and spiritual well-being through family support, exchange of information and shared experiences.

Online Diabetes Support Team
This is a group of caring JDRF volunteers who are eager to provide support and listen to your concerns in dealing with diabetes. They will respond within 48 hours of receiving your contact. Click here to find out more information: