JDRF Northwest Resources
In the United States alone, one case of diabetes is diagnosed every thirty seconds.
We are fortunate to have many outstanding diabetes resources in the Northwest, including premier research centers, active support groups, excellent medical facilities, and more.
Please help us keep these resources up to date. If your local support group or doctor is not listed or the information is incorrect, please e-mail us at jdrfnorthwest@jdrf.org.
- For the Newly Diagnosed
- Adult Type 1 Toolkit
- School Advisory Toolkit
- Juvenation Social Network
- Support Groups
- Doctors, Hospital Programs & Research Institutes
- Research Studies in the Northwest
- Classes
- Helpful Websites
- Events
- Local Heroes
- Online School Assistance Team
- Read JDRF NW Newsletters
- JDRF's Customized Clinical Trial Matching Service
- Online Support and Family Events in Western Washington
- POKED (Parents of Kids Experiencing Insulin-Dependent Diabetes) is a volunteer resource group for Western WA families affected by diabetes. Sign up for their monthly e-mail newsletter (poked.wa@gmail.com) to learn about fun family activities, upcoming events, research, and support group information. It also includes product reviews, a Q & A forum, diabetes care tips and advice from members, and summer camp listings for children with diabetes.
- Free Diabetes Education for Washington Schools, Daycares, and More
- DECK (Diabetes Education in the Community for Kids) president Joanne Hanson, RN, provides free diabetes education to school nurses, teachers, bus drivers, health classes, daycare facilities, Girl or Boy Scout troops, Rotary groups, or other groups throughout the state who seek information about living with type 1 diabetes. Contact Joanne Hanson at 206-383-8843 or DECK@cablespeed.com to learn more or schedule a visit.