Medical Assistance Program

provides short-term assistance to those low-income, un-insured and under-insured patients who are unable to pay for diabetes medications or supplies. Applications for medical assistance are accepted from physicians offices, hospitals, and outpatient health centers. Upon approval, the requested medications and supplies are shipped directly to the patient. This program is critical to bridging a frightening gap between diagnoses and more permanent assistance that is needed due to financial hardships.

Public Education Program

These free meetings are taught by health care professionals who present up-to-date information about diet, nutrition, exercise, updates on health issues related to diabetes and other topics essential to living a healthier life with diabetes. Given that 80% of Type 2 diabetes can be prevented through simple lifestyle changes, our public education programming has never been more important.

Camp Program

The Diabetes Foundation Inc. sends needy children from the tri-state area to Camp Nejeda, a co-ed diabetes camp, and supports its efforts. The opportunity to spend time with peers, enjoy traditional camp activities and learn more about how to take care of their condition has a positive impact on the lives of insulin-dependent children.