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Better Understanding of Diabetes
If you would like to have a better udnerstanding of diabetes, we have sessions available with a presentation. The 2 hour sessions are free and will run over 3 weeks. To register interest in attending the sessions, please complete the form below and we will be intouch...
Annual General Meeting
Have your say and help shape our future! AGMs might sound a bit formal, but at Diabetes Group IOW, it’s really just a great excuse to get our wonderful community together in one room! Join us for our Annual General Meeting to hear about how we can continue to best...
Mission Statement .
To encourage people with all types of diabetes to enhance their enjoyment of life.
Our aims.
Provide support and information to people with diabetes, be a platform for discussion and raising awareness of diabetes on the Island. Campaign for excellence in the care of people with diabetes and to provide a voice for them to be heard.
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☀️ Wootton Drop-In: Join ss this Saturday morning! ☕![]()
Start your weekend off right with a warm cuppa and a friendly chat.![]()
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Our Wootton drop-in is happening this Saturday morning. If you are living with diabetes, you are warmly invited to join this supportive group, which is run by people with diabetes, for people with diabetes.![]()
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We leave the medical lectures at the door. It is simply a place for zero judgement, shared experiences, and good company.![]()
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Here are the details:![]()
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When: Saturday, 20th June![]()
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Time: 10am to 12pm (Midday)![]()
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Where: Church Close Community Centre (Aspire), Wootton![]()
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Partners and friends are very welcome to come along too. We look forward to putting the kettle on for you!
👋 St Helens Diabetes Drop-In: Midweek Cuppa and Company! ☕![]()
Break up your week with some friendly faces who just "get it."![]()
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We are hosting our St Helens diabetes drop-in this Wednesday afternoon. This is a very relaxed, informal get-together run entirely by people living with diabetes, for people living with diabetes.![]()
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You won't find any pressure or clinical advice here, just a warm drink, a listening ear, and a safe space to chat about the ups and downs of everyday life.![]()
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Where to find us:![]()
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When: Wednesday, 17th June![]()
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Time: 1pm to 3pm![]()
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Where: The Pavilion, Upper Green Road, St Helens![]()
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Drop by for ten minutes to say hello, or stay for the whole two hours. We would love to see you!
☕ Newport Diabetes Drop-In: Tuesday Afternoon Tea & Chat! 🍰![]()
Looking for a friendly place to unwind this Tuesday afternoon?![]()
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Come and join our Newport drop-in session. We are a welcoming group run by people with diabetes, for people with diabetes.![]()
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There are no medical lectures and absolutely no judgement. It is just a comfortable space to have a cuppa, share everyday tips, and enjoy some company with others who truly understand.![]()
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Here are the details:![]()
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When: Tuesday, 16th June![]()
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Time: 1PM to 3PM![]()
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Where: St Thomas of Canterbury Hall, 69b High Street, Newport (handily located right opposite the Castle Inn!)![]()
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Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been managing things for years, the kettle will be on for you.
☕ Ryde Diabetes Drop-In: Join Us for a Saturday Morning Cuppa! 😊![]()
Looking for a relaxed start to your weekend?![]()
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Pop down to our friendly Ryde drop-in this Saturday morning. We are a supportive group run entirely by people living with diabetes, for people living with diabetes.![]()
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This isn't a clinic, so you won't find any medical lectures or judgement here. It’s simply a welcoming, safe space to meet others who "get it", swap everyday experiences, or just sit back with a warm drink and a friendly chat.![]()
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When: Saturday, 13th June![]()
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Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Midday)![]()
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Where: Ryde Methodist Church Hall, Garfield Road![]()
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Whether you’ve been managing diabetes for years or are newly diagnosed, we would love to see you. Feel free to drop in for ten minutes or stay for the whole morning!![]()
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We look forward to welcoming you.
👋 East Cowes Diabetes Drop-In: Put the Kettle On! ☕![]()
Fancy a chat and a warm drink with people who truly understand?![]()
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Join us this Thursday for our friendly East Cowes diabetes drop-in. We are a relaxed group run by people with diabetes, for people living with diabetes.![]()
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You won't find any medical lectures or judgement here. Instead, it’s just a welcoming space to share everyday tips, talk about the ups and downs, or simply enjoy a cuppa and some good company.![]()
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Here is where to find us:![]()
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When: Thursday, 11th June![]()
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Time: 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM![]()
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Where: Parkside Pavilion, Vectis Road, East Cowes![]()
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Whether you want to stay for the whole two hours or just pop in to say hello, the door is always open. Friends and partners are welcome, too!![]()
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We can't wait to see you there.