About JDRF

JDRF is the leading global organization focused on type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Driven by passionate, grassroots volunteers connected to children, adolescents, and adults with this disease, JDRF is now the largest charitable supporter of T1D research. The goal of JDRF research is to improve the lives of all people affected by T1D by accelerating progress on the most promising opportunities for curing, better treating, and preventing T1D. JDRF collaborates with a wide spectrum of partners who share this goal.

Since its founding in 1970, JDRF has awarded more than $1.6 billion to diabetes research. Past JDRF efforts have helped to significantly advance the care of people with this disease, and have expanded the critical scientific understanding of T1D. JDRF will not rest until T1D is fully conquered. More than 80 percent of JDRF's expenditures directly support research and research-related education.

Walk to Cure Diabetes

The Walk To Cure Diabetes in Lancaster, PA will be held on May 20, 2012 at HACC's Lancaster Campus. Registration will open at 9:30 AM and the Walk will begin at 11:00 AM.  Register a team today and join us for a Family Team Rally at the Lancaster Science Factory on Wednesday, February 8 from 5-7 PM!

To register: click here.

For more information on the Family Team Rally, please visit our events page or contact us at (717) 269-8522 or ecroce@jdrf.org.

JDRF in Lancaster

JDRF is dedicated to bringing local families together, providing them with resources to manage the disease and tips for living life with type 1 diabetes.  Check out our Facebook page for all of that information!

Coffee chats are held twice monthly at the Panera Bread on the Fruitville Pike for people with type 1 or family and friends of a person with type 1 to come out and talk about what is on their mind in a very casual setting.  Join us on the second and fourth Friday of the month from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM!

Volunteers are helping to plan the Walk to Cure Diabetes and spread awareness for type 1 through speaking engagements and advocacy.  Anyone who wants to share his or her story is welcome!

Life With Type 1 Diabetes

For Adults
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a disease you never outgrow. Adults with type 1 diabetes not only have to face the everyday challenges of managing their disease at work and home, they also have to deal with lack of awareness from the general public. It's just as important for adults with T1D to know they are not alone as it is for kids and teens.

For Teens
Teens with T1D face their own set of issues and concerns. Get sound advice on topics like driving, dieting, drinking, preparing for college, and more; and read about other teens living with and overcoming the daily challenges of the disease.

For Kids
JDRF Kids Online features pen pals, kids' art, information about dealing with type 1 diabetes day-to-day, and more. There's also a special section for kids newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and their families and friends.