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Nurse Appreciation Story

intaglio — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:27:44 +0000

My son’s nurse is Nancy, and let me tell you she is wonderful! She truly cares about Parker’s well-being and she NEVER makes us feel that his diabetes is too much work. Of course, those of us who deal with diabetes on a daily basis know how much work it can be. Parker is in the 6th grade so he is very independent with his diabetes. But there is not a minute that goes by that Nancy does not ask him about his sugar levels or just makes sure he is feeling okay. She has an entire school of students to take care, and Parker is never overlooked. She is the reason that I can go about my day and actually never worry or wonder if Parker is okay, because I know he is in her hands. Do you know how rewarding that is to a mother?! That is the reason I feel she is so great, but I asked Parker about Nancy and he had his own thoughts. Parker thinks Nancy is great too! He loves that she buys him special snacks and does not always make him eat sugar tablets when his sugar is low. He also enjoys her sense of humor when he visits her office. But most of all, Parker said that, “she always double checks things and reminds me of things I need to do.” We love all that she does for our family and what she does to make Parker feel the most comfortable with his diabetes at school. I cannot even explain how comforting it is to know that Parker has another “mom” to take care of him when he is at school. Thanks Nurse Nancy, we would be lost without you!
~The Weiss Family

College Diabetes Network

intaglio — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 14:51:05 +0000

http://collegediabetesnetwork.org/index.htm

One Step at a Time

intaglio — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 13:33:12 +0000

We are currently seeking schools and retail operations to participate in our late spring/early summer Sneaker Sales/Walk campaign. How can you help? It’s simple. Do you own, work at or know someone who manages a retail operation (fast food chain, restaurant/bar, mom-and-pop store, hair salon, bank, Wal-Mart, etc.)? Do you have children or grandchildren in school? Do you have a relationship with the school principal, school nurse or other educator? If so, we would love to hear from you. More details will be coming to you in the mail soon, but in the meantime, if you can help us make some connections, please contact “One Step” Coordinator, Dave Welborn, at 314-729-1846 or metrostlouisvol2@jdrf.org.

School Advisory Toolkit

intaglio — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:29:03 +0000

This guide will empower parents to educate school administrators and teachers about diabetes and provide practical information on how to create a cooperative relationship with their school. The guide also helps parents understand their legal rights within the school setting and gives them guidelines for developing documents such as a 504 plan. For your copy of the 60+ page guide, please contact Linda Short at metrostlouisvol2@jdrf.org or go to www.jdrf.org/satrequest.

Get Your School Involved

intaglio — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:27:40 +0000

Kids Walk to Cure Diabetes is a great way to get your school involved! For more information about the Kids Walk, please visit our website www.jdrf.org or contact Linda Short at 314-729-1846 or metrostlouisvol2@jdrf.org.

“Oh, Nurse!”

intaglio — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:24:02 +0000

If you would like to publicly acknowledge and celebrate the special Nurse who has touched your child’s life, please submit a write-up detailing how this Nurse has made a positive impact on your life and the world of diabetes. Don’t miss out of this special way to show your Nurse just how much he or she means to you! Submissions should be made to Linda Short at metrostlouisvol2@jdrf.org. Pictures are encouraged.

Scholarships for Those With Diabetes

intaglio — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:13:48 +0000

www.collegescholarships.org/scholarships/diabetic-students.htm