Diabetes funding available for families

Mar 11 2010 by Marjorie Kerr, West Lothian Courier

FAMILIES with a child suffering from diabetes are being urged to apply for a scheme to boost opportunities for youngsters.

Diabetes UK runs a number of events for children with diabetes and their families which gives them the opportunity to learn more about how to manage and live with their diabetes whilst enjoying a fun break.

The Diabetes UK West Lothian voluntary group backs the scheme and a spokeswoman said: “We are growing rapidly, doubling in size in last year and hold monthly meetings in Livingston.

“Although we are an adult group we realise that children with diabetes have special needs and we would like to sponsor one or two children from West Lothian on the Diabetes UK events this year. In addition to paying for the event we would contribute towards travel costs and pocket money.”

For more information, see the group’s website on www.west-lothian.diabetesukgroup.org or call 01506 834877.