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KIDS Korner
Education and Support for Children with Diabetes and their Families
KINDRED SPIRITS:United Parents of Children with Diabetes
Greetings!
We welcome back Eileen Egan, FNP, CDE, nurse facilitator and Ann Sisalli serving as the parent facilitator for Kindred Spirits.
This meeting is for ADULTS ONLY and meets during the school year on Thursday evenings (*) from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. in the Community Outreach Center 101 Mineola Blvd.
Calendar of Events for
2009-2010
| DATE |
TOPIC |
SPEAKER |
| Sept 30, 2010 |
Gadgets Galore: How Does Your
Meter/Pump Compare?
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Eileen Egan, FNP, CDE
Diabetes Nurse Educator |
| Oct 21, 2010 |
Questions About 504/IEP/Diabetes
School Related Issues; Ask the Expert
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Doris Peterson-Rella, LLC
Special Education Advocate |
| Nov 18, 2010 |
Words of Wisdom From Young
Adults With Diabetes
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Panel of Young Adults |
Dec 5, 2010
SUNDAY* | HOLIDAY PARTY
(1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.) | Community Outreach Center Winthrop-University Hospital |
| Jan 6, 2011 |
Let's Talk: Open Discussion
*There WILL be a KIDs meeting in January* |
Eileen Egan, FNP, CDE
Diabetes Nurse Educator |
| Feb 3, 2011 |
Nutritious Lunches
Made Fun
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Colleen Farley-Cornell, MS, RD, CDN, CDE
Diabetes Nutrition Specialist |
| Mar 3, 2011 |
Back to the Basics: Diabetes Details &
Care giver Guidelines
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Eileen Egan, FNP-C, CDE
Diabetes Nurse Educator |
| Apr 7, 2011 |
Type 1 Research & Technology |
Dr. Mike Radin & Dr. Cindy Bredefeld
Winthrop Endocrine & Metabolism Faculty Practice |
| May 5, 2011 |
Mission Impossible: Exercise without
Hypoglycemia
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Eileen Egan, FNP-C, CDE
Diabetes Nurse Educator |
NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, please call the Diabetes Education Center at 516-663-2350 to find out if a meeting is cancelled.
T.A.P.S.
2010-2011 CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR
TODDLER AND PRE-SCHOOL SUPPORT (TAPS)
Toddler and Pre-school Support (TAPS) will meet:
**Thursday Evenings: 6:00p.m to 7:30p.m. AND/OR
**Saturday Mornings: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Please note Holiday Party is on a Sunday!
Parents and children (siblings welcome). Children's activities will be provided while parents participate in a discussion/lecture in a separate room. FREE Parking is in the rear of the building. Drive up to 3rd level. There is a breezeway that connects the garage to the building. Take the elevator down to 2nd floor. Enter through doors to the left.
The Toddler and Pre-school Support group is facilitated by Susan Ruggiero, RN, MS, CDE, Diabetes Nurse Specialist. Geri Raab, Vera Miller, Nancy Keith, and Amanda Krakoff provide activities for the children.
TAPS goal is to provide parents with accurate information and emotional support while their children (both the child with diabetes and siblings) enjoy a positive play experience. Be sure to mark your calendars. Reminder e-mails will be sent to you one week before each meeting.
RSVP required, either Yes - or - No , so adequate child care can be provided.
| October 14 |
What’s New in Diabetes Care and Research:
Dr. Siham Accacha, MD, CDE will discuss local and national research
Susan Ruggiero, RN, MS, CDE will demonstrate new technologies
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| November 13 |
"Fostering Resilience". John Clark, MSW will discuss "encouraging
positive coping for all family members in their experience with
diabetes while promoting the "normalcy" of living with this
condition"
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| December 5 |
HOLIDAY PARTY **1PM TO 4PM
COMMUNITY OUTREACH CENTER
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| January 20 |
Nutrition: Snacking Ideas, Tips for Picky Eaters
Amy Canterella, RD, MS
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| March 12 |
Managing Diabetes in the School Setting
Susan Ruggiero, RN, MS, CDE will discuss how to prepare for a safe and production for 2010-2011 school year. |
| April 14 |
Helping your family cope with diabetes:
Child Life Specialist Melanie Bucholtz, MS, CCLS will offer tips
or parents to use with their families during diabetes care. Topics
will include coping and distraction skills and sibling concerns.
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| May 12 |
Caring for a child with diabetes: A review of diabetes basics,
strategies for activity, travel, baby-sitter resources and more!
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** In the event of inclement weather call 516-663-3068 to determine if meeting is cancelled.
KIDs Program
Kids Interested in Diabetes
Winthrop-University Hospital
The KIDs Program (Kids Interested in Diabetes) is designed to teach children about diabetes through games and activities. It is FREE and open to children ages 6 to 12 years; no siblings unless specified under the agenda. Meetings, facilitated by Melanie Teslik RN, are held at the same time as the Kindred Spirits (parent support group) on Thursday evenings from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. in the Community Outreach Center, 101 Mineola Blvd.
Calendar of Events for 2010 – 2011
Meetings are held Thursday evenings 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., unless specified.
| DATE |
TOPIC |
| September 30, 2010 |
Regular Meeting |
| October 21, 2010 |
Bring a Teacher Night |
| November 18, 2010 |
Bring a Friend Night |
Dec 5, 2009
SUNDAY* | HOLIDAY PARTY
1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Community Outreach Center |
| January 6, 2010 |
Bring a Sibling |
| February 3, 2011 |
Regular Meeting |
| March 3, 2011 |
Bring a Friend |
| April 7, 2011 |
Bring a Sibling |
| May 5, 2011 |
Regular Meeting |
NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, please call the Diabetes Education Center at 516-663-2350 to determine if the meeting is cancelled.
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