Hamilton
Hamilton
PO Box 93085
Headon Road PO
Burlington ON L7M 4A3
Tel: 905.664.1432 or 1.866.602.6662
Table of Contents:
- JDRF Revolution Ride to Defeat Diabetes
- TELUS Walk to Cure Diabetes
- Fundraise Your Way - Third Party Events
- Community Engagement and Local Support Group Meetings
- Volunteer Opportunities
2017 JDRF Revolution Ride to Defeat Diabetes
Thank you to all the riders who participated in the recent Revolution Ride to Defeat Diabetes in Hamilton. The enthusiasm was contagious and a great day was had by all.
We would like to thank our amazing MC, Marty Menard and Fresh FM, for supplying the music. Thanks also to every team captain, rider and donor who supported T1D research, and to our tireless group of volunteers who make every event possible.
If you were not able to participate in the Hamilton Ride,
you can still Join the Revolution on:
November 9th, 2017
at LA Fitness, Burlington North (3011 Appleby Line)
with a team of 5, riding at 12.15 p.m.
For details on riding in Burlington, please call Anne Martin at 905 664 1432, or email amartin@jdrf.ca or click here to register your team.
2017 Burlington vRide
On behalf of JDRF and the more than 300,000 Canadians living with type 1 diabetes (T1D), we want to thank you! Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2017 JDRF TELUS Walk to Cure Diabetes. This year, over 40,000 Canadians Walked together in a powerful movement to create a world without type 1 diabetes (T1D). As a result of your generosity, this year’s Walk was a huge success! Thank you for rallying with us to help create a world without T1D. Together, we will continue to fund the brightest minds in T1D research and help turn type one into type none.
Interested in next year’s Walk? Fill out this form and be among the first to find out about the 2018 JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes!
There is still a Community Walk taking place for Niagara Region (Welland)
Sunday, September 10, 2017
Merritt Island, Welland, Ontario L3B 3E9
REGISTRATION 12:00 PM
WALK START-TIME 1:00 PM
WALK END-TIME 3:00 PM
WALK LENGTH (KM) 5 km
Register now!
Be a Diabetes Champion! Join our dedicated team of fundraisers by raising funds in support of diabetes research.
There are countless ways to contribute! Host your own fundraiser….Join a community event….Rally your coworkers….Get your school involved. Your passion combined with our expertise will ensure your efforts make a big impact on the lives of Canadians living with type 1 diabetes (T1D).
We’ve made it easy for you to organize a fundraiser that is meaningful to you while raising funds for vital research. Choose a fundraising idea and then let us know what you want to do. We’ll provide you with all the tools and support you need to make it a success.
For more information on how to start your own event, please contact Asha at 647-789-2035 or email alewis@jdrf.ca.
Get started with your fundraising event…
Community Engagement Program and Local Support Group Meetings
Bag of Hope
JDRF is pleased to provide our complimentary Bag of Hope, which contains a variety of educational and reference materials to help newly diagnosed children and their families along the way.
As a special gift, children under the age of 12 will also receive a Rufus bear, The Bear with Diabetes™, designed to help children cope and learn about insulin injections.
To receive your Bag of Hope, please contact Anne Martin at 905.664.1432/1.866.602.6662 or email amartin@jdrf.ca.
Mentor Program
Your child has just been diagnosed with diabetes – what do you do now? When a loved one is diagnosed with diabetes, it can be a traumatic and stressful time. Fear, sadness, anger, and confusion about how to manage the disease can leave families feeling alone and overwhelmed.
You are not alone – JDRF's Mentor Program Volunteers can help.
The Mentor Program can provide much needed emotional support, information about diabetes resources, education about what families can do to help find a cure, and most of all, be a good listener. JDRF's Family Network is free of charge, and we are here to help as long as you need it. Please note: our volunteers are not healthcare professionals, and are unable to provide specific medical advice, for which you should contact your doctor or other healthcare professional.
If you would like information about the Mentor Program, please contact Anne Martin at 905.664.1432/1.866.602.6662 or email amartin@jdrf.ca.
Local Support Groups
There are several support groups that meet in the Hamilton/Burlington/Niagara area to provide peer support to families living with type 1 diabetes (T1D).
Hamilton & Area Parents Support Group:
Wilf Ruland, 905.648.1296, deerspring1@gmail.com
Burlington & Oakville Parents Support Group:
Christina McNaughton, 905.592.1372, christinamcnaughton@hotmail.com
Niagara T1D Families
Tracy Di Marco, 905.360.0351, niagarat1dfamilies@gmail.com
For more information on local JDRF family activities or our mentoring program for newly diagnosed families, please contact Anne Martin at amartin@jdrf.ca.
Volunteers Wanted
Whether it's the TELUS Walk to Cure Diabetes, the Revolution Ride to Defeat Diabetes, or any other JDRF event that takes place during the year, they all require a considerable amount of volunteer help.
This help can be pre-event, working on one of many committees involving recruitment of participants, solicitation of sponsorships for items and services, or day-of-event duties such as registration, route supervision, kids activities, barbecue/refreshment area, etc.
For information on the many volunteer opportunities available, please contact Anne Martin at 905.664.1432/1.866.602.6662 or email amartin@jdrf.ca.
Volunteers are the backbone of JDRF and their support is truly appreciated!
WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS TO ASSIST WITH THE UPCOMING TELUS WALK TO CURE DIABETES EVENTS. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN JOINING ANY OF OUR COMMITTEES (walker recruitment, corporate sponsorship, day of logistics, etc.) please contact Anne Martin at 905.664.1432/1.866.602.6662 or amartin@jdrf.ca. You can help us bring a cure for diabetes one step closer!
In Honour and In Memory Donations
You can make a donation to JDRF in honour of someone you love, or to celebrate a special birthday or anniversary. Just call the office and we can easily process your donation and send out a personalized card on your behalf to the person being honoured.
If you wish to make a donation in memory of someone who has passed away, we will send a card to their next of kin to acknowledge your donation to JDRF in memory of their loved one.
Call Anne Martin for further details at 905.664.1432/1.866.602.6662 or amartin@jdrf.ca.
