Live Brave Mana Ora
Lakes/Bay of plenty youth
Diabetes NZ Youth Bay of Plenty/Lakes is here to help young people and their families who have type 1 diabetes to live every day brave. We aim to build confidence and independence and provide inspiration for youth and their families living with type 1 diabetes. We run a program that encompasses support, education, events and a Family Camp.
CONTACT US
Contact person: Lena Fendley, Youth Coordinator Midland Region
Phone Number: 027 8830 158
Email: Lena@diabetes.org.nz
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diabetesnzbayofplentylakesyouth
Upcoming events
EVENTS
SUPPORT
Support for Youth and Families
Diabetes NZ Bay of Plenty/Lakes Youth provides support for youth and families living with diabetes from the Bay of Plenty, Rotorua, and Taupo.
Our youth team is able to provide you and your family with support, information, and non-clinical advice as well as connect you with other families living with type 1 diabetes. We are also able to connect you with babysitters or respite caregivers with type 1 diabetes experience, in some areas.
Youth Family Events, Teen Events and Family Camp.
Throughout the year we hold local and regional family, youth, and teen events, and a regional Family Camp that brings together families living with type 1 diabetes.
Educational Events
Throughout the year we hold Educational and Health Promotion events on different topics relating to raising a child or teen with type 1 diabetes.
Past events
