HADC covers the cost of insulin, diabetes
medical supplies and services which include
dr. visits (endocrinology & emotional
support/psychology/counseling) for
underserved, uninsured, underinsured children
and young adults who live with diabetes and
struggle financially.

HADC Book Club

Book of the Month

Shia does not feel good and her, mom, and dad do not know why. Follow them as they learn she has Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) and what it means to need insulin. This is a children’s book that teaches children of all ages about diabetes! The best part is it rhymes!

American Medical ID is partnering with Help A Diabetic Child (HADC) to increase awareness of the importance of wearing a Medical ID for those living with diabetes.

All orders through HADC will receive a 10% discount (5% on gold) and 10% will be given back to HADC
If you or someone you know needs help covering the cost of a Medical Alert ID please contact us at: info@helpadiabeticchild.org
To order your Medical Alert ID please click on this link

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18, 2025, From 5pm-8pm

IL Primo Pizza & Wings Event

Come join HADC for a fun night and connect with others who live with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Fun for all ages and families.

Located -2464 Vanderbilt Beach Rd. Naples

For more information please contact:
Tami BalavageTami@helpadiabeticchild.org or 239-821-5051

The Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) Tour.

Try the FreeStyle Libre System for FREE.

Help A Diabetic Child (HADC)’s Diabetes Resource & Advocacy Center.

While acting as our operations headquarters, this community center will also serve as a place for:
  • Access to computers, internet & technology for underserved families for telemedicine Dr. visits.
  • Emotional Support Services including mentorship & peer support.
  • Information on Patient Assistance Programs & Financial Aid Programs.
  • Information on Pharmacy & drug discount programs.
  • Volunteer Programs for H.S. and College Students.
  • Safe and private space for insulin pump & continuous glucose monitor (CGM) group & individual trainings.
  • Community Outreach Programs, Presentations, and Support for the diabetes community.
  • Referral to Nutrition Support Services
  • Educational Materials.
  • Information & Resources about insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitor (CGM) systems.

Help A Diabetic Child (HADC)

Diabetes Resource & Advocacy Center

Serving The State Of Florida And Northeastern PA

HADC Diabetes Resource & Advocacy Center allows our staff & volunteers to assist children and young adults who are in need of insulin, diabetes medical supplies and services across the state of Florida and Northeast Pennsylvania. HADC doesn’t give any funding directly to families or young adults who need assistance, what we do when we receive a referral for assistance is ask to have their prescriptions for insulin and diabetes medical supplies sent directly to the pharmacy by their medical team, HADC will then contact or visit the pharmacy to make payment and then the pharmacy will contact the family or individual to arrange for pick-up or delivery.

HADC receives referrals from school nurses, endocrinology office staff, hospital staff, doctor’s offices, clinics, diabetes educators, psychology services & other professionals who know children and young adults who are in most need.

For example: If a school nurse contacts HADC asking for extra medical supplies for their type 1 diabetes (T1D) students, HADC will work with a medical supply distributor to have the diabetes medical supplies shipped directly to the school nurse, once the package of supplies is shipped to the school nurse, HADC will then cover the cost.
HADC has assisted thousands of children & young adults across Florida and Northeastern PA with hundreds of thousands of glucose meters, test strips, lancets, syringes, pen needles, ketone strips, alcohol wipes, glucose tablets, continuous glucose monitor (CGM) sensors, insulin pump supplies along with thousands of units of insulin & emergency glucagon. HADC has covered the cost of hundreds of doctor visits, emotional support/psychology visits and lab work as well.

With more children and young adults being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) and more families and young adults struggling financially the need for HADC services continues to increase in the areas we serve each year.

THE ISSUE

The cost to manage
diabetes is rising

Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) is an autoimmune disease in which the pancreas cannot produce enough insulin to naturally regulate the body’s blood sugar, leaving diagnosed individuals with a life-long dependency on costly medical insulin. Even for individuals who have sufficient insurance, access to health care, and stable employment, the costs of managing Type 1 Diabetes can put a significant dent in a family’s monthly budget.  

For individuals in underserved and underinsured communities, this could mean having to choose between purchasing life-sustaining insulin for their child or food for their family.

THE WORK

A cause before the cure

THE MISSION

A cause before the cure

Help a Diabetic Child (HADC) strives to ease the burden for children and young adults who struggle financially and emotionally while living with diabetes.

 

THE IMPACT

We’ve served over 5,500 children,
families, and young adults
living with diabetes.

We’ve served
over 5,500 children, families, and young adults living with T1D.

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Join us in celebrating

A Decade in Review - Remembering our 10 years of work.

In December of 2022, HADC celebrated 10 years of service to children and young adults in the Type 1 Diabetes community across the state of Florida and beyond. Looking back over the 10 years.

Join us in remembering our decade of success by reading the attached booklet by clicking on the picture of the book to open more pages.

Gratitude Report 2024

We invite you to join Help A Diabetic Child (HADC) in celebrating another year of accomplishments. It is your support that enables us to continue the important work of helping underserved children and young adults get their life-saving insulin, diabetes medical supplies & services which include endocrinology and emotional support visits.

Gratitude Report 2023

We invite you to join Help A Diabetic Child (HADC) in celebrating another year of accomplishments. It is your support that enables us to continue the important work of helping underserved children and young adults get their life-saving insulin, diabetes medical supplies & services which include endocrinology and emotional support visits.

Thank you to our sponsors and supporters!

Contribute to a specific cause:

Continuous Glucose Monitors

Help us provide 10 children with a year’s supply of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs). All donations go directly to making a difference for children with diabetes.

Vials of Insulin

Insulin is the most critical and expensive medication prescribed to help manage diabetes. Contribute to our insulin fund so that no child with diabetes should ever have to go without it.

Mental & Emotional Support

We believe in coordinating treatment options that consider a child’s health holistically so that they have the opportunity to thrive both physically and mentally.

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