Life After Drop Off

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Request to join our "Parents of the College Diabetes Network" Facebook page
to connect with other parents dealing with an empty nest

CDN's Parent Facebook Group
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The Off to College Booklet for caregivers goes more in
depth into how to manage this transition to independence.

 

Download Your Copy

Check Out Integrated Diabetes Services

Integrated Diabetes Services (IDS) is a private practice headed by award-winning author and certified diabetes educator Gary Scheiner, and can help ease your concerns for your child once they are out on their own. IDS clinicians are all experienced Certified Diabetes Educators who have type 1 diabetes, so they really do “get it". They work with students to improve and maintain blood sugar control and provide advanced self-management education in a private, convenient one-on-one format. They help students get prepped for life in college, work with them once at school, and support those who commute to college but live at home. IDS’s diabetes coaching services are available remotely via phone and the internet (including e-mail, texting and video conferencing). Evening hours are also offered, making it easy for students with hectic schedules. IDS offers a special package for CDN members, including monthly web-based consultations, fine-tuning glucose control based on downloaded data, and more!

Email IDS to learn more!
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Send your child a care package

Diabetes or not, it’s exciting to get mail from home when you’re at school. Send your T1D a package to let them know you’re thinking of them. Here are some suggestions on what to include.

  • Crystal Light packages
  • DVDs
  • Colorful pens/pencils
  • Worried about them forgetting their diabetes supplies in their dorm room? Send them this door hanger!
  • Favorite candy
  • Easy Mac
  • Gum
  • Hand lotion/sanitizer
  • A batch of their favorite baked good
  • Gift card for groceries 

Home for Break!

Things are bound to be a little different when your student first returns home from campus.
But don't worry - we are here to help!

Read through our do's and don'ts before your student comes back for break.

First Break at Home
Laurie Hall

"Thank you, CDN, for your gracious support of young people with T1D as they leave the full-time support of home. There's nothing better than seeing your grown child become fully independent while navigating the world of diabetes!"

Laurie Hall
CDN Parent
Deb Riley

"I had to recognize I could not be the one managing my son’s T1D. As a parent my role is removing barriers, supporting him when challenges occur, understanding that sometimes there is no explanation for BG results. Identifying my role early and providing unconditional support has proven successful in creating a very positive experience."

Deb Riley
CDN Parent