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DIABETES HOPE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

This program highlights the personal triumphs of young adults who face the many responsibilities associated with diabetes management significantly enriching their lives through community and extra-curricular activities and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

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HOPE CONNECTS PEER SUPPORT PROGRAM

Recognizing the impact T1D has on students’ mental health and well-being, DHF created the Hope Connects Program to support students as they balance their T1D during their transition to post-secondary school.

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PEP Talks Program, Diabetes Caregiver Program, Caregiver Program

CAREGIVER PROGRAM

PEP TALKS: Parents Empowering Parents workshops give parents and caregivers of adolescents with T1D the opportunity to find a community of voices to collaborate with as they prepare for their child’s transition to post-secondary education and from pediatric to adult diabetes care.

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TRANSITION GUIDE

DHF’s Transition Guide features a searchable database for students with T1D to find their closest on and off campus diabetes supports, accommodations and more. Make more informed choices about where to go next year based on the resources available at college and university campuses across the country.

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Student Transition Planner

STUDENT TRANSITION PLANNER

Are you a Canadian student with Type 1 Diabetes transitioning to university or college? Access information and tools to help you access accommodations, self-advocate, tell others about your T1D, and get tips on navigating campus life!

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TRANSITION WEBINARS

The specialized resources compiled from our webinar series focus on mental health, transition, exercise, nutrition and more. With such a broad range of resources available, they are an invaluable tool for anyone seeking to improve their overall health and wellness through transition and beyond.

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RESOURCE HUB

Diabetes Hope Foundation has compiled a variety of important and helpful tools and resources for youth, their families and caregivers, and diabetes educators to support a healthy and successful transition to post-secondary. Our Hub contains many links and downloadable resources – all free to use!

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PEP Talks Resources

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PEP Talks Resources

resources for t1d caregivers

Our PEP TALKS: Parents Empowering Parents workshop(s) give parents and caregivers of adolescents with Type 1 diabetes the opportunity to find a community of voices to collaborate with as they prepare for their child’s transition to post-secondary education and from pediatric to adult diabetes care. On this page you will find resources discussed on the webinars. Learn more about our Caregiver Program and register for upcoming webinars below.

Caregiver Program
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Talking with your Teen:

Navigating the Highs and Lows

Explore how boundaries will shift during the transition years and learn methods to cope as your child with T1D starts post-secondary education and transitions to adult diabetes care.

Talking with your Teen - Overview

Overview

Communication Tools Chart

Communication Tools Chart

Talking with your Teen - Worksheet

Communication Worksheet

Talking with your Teen - Reference List

List of References

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Mindset Matters:

Managing Expectations

Connect with other parents to talk about how a growth mindset can lead to more successful diabetes management while also opening you and your family up to live your best lives without T1D standing in your way.

Mindset Matters Overview, Pep Talks Resources

Overview

Mindset Matters Worksheet, Pep Talks Resources

Fillable Worksheet

Mindset Matters Reference List, Pep Talks Resources

Reference List

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Sharing Responsibility:

How to Foster Interdependence

Consider various ways that you can help your child become more autonomous in their diabetes care, while still providing support where needed.
PEP Talks Resources, Sharing Responsibility Overview

Overview

PEP Talks Resources, Sharing Responsibility Worksheet

Fillable Worksheet

PEP Talks Resources, Sharing Responsibility Reference List

Reference List

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