Funding research
We fund world-class research to cure, prevent and treat type 1 diabetes
Read about our research
Campaigning
We speak out on the issues affecting people and families with type 1
Read about our campaigning work
Giving support
We provide information and support to people and families affected by type 1
Find out moreHow can we help you?
Whether you've just been diagnosed or you or your loved one have been living with type 1 diabetes for a while, we're here to give you information and support to effectively manage your condition, without changing your lifestyle.
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My child has just been diagnosed
We know this can be a stressful and upsetting time for you and your family. We can give you the support you need to deal with your child's diagnosis.
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I've just been diagnosed with type 1
At this overwhelming time, get the information you need to deal with your diagnosis and manage your type 1 diabetes effectively.
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My child lives with type 1 diabetes
If your child has type 1 diabetes, find out what you need to know to support them and you.
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I have type 1 diabetes
Living with type 1 diabetes can sometimes be hard, but we can give you information and support you need to make sure type 1 diabetes doesn't change your life.
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Which iconic ride will you choose?
Ride without leaving your city on our brand new virtual cycling challenge. Choose your route - London to Paris or Land's End to John O'Groats and raise money for vital type 1 research.
Sign up to vRide today
Donate your old £1 coins
On 15 October 2017 the old £1 coins will be going out of circulation. Why not donate yours to type 1 research and turn coins into a cure?
How to give
Who will you walk for?
Join a local One Walk to meet other families and adults with type 1 and help raise funds for type 1 research along the way
Find your nearest walk- vRide 1
- Donate your old £1 coins 2
- One Walk 3
What's new?
School Pack
Order this free information pack for parents and schools to support young people with type 1 diabetes in school, at home and when socialising.
Order your free pack
Discovery magazine - out now!
Download the latest issue of our Type 1 Discovery magazine for the latest research news, events and updates. Four-page special on hypo-awareness
Download your copy
Flash glucose sensing available on NHS from November
A device which checks blood glucose levels by scanning a sensor worn on their arm will be available on the NHS for people with type 1, it was announced today
Read the full articleHow you can help
Fundraise
Whether you want to join one of our events or fundraise your own way, we'll be with you every step of the way.
Start fundraising now
Volunteer
Whatever time or skills you can give, you can help us create a world without type 1 diabetes.
Become a volunteer
Campaign
Help us to influence Government to improve access to type 1 diabetes treatments in the NHS.
Help us campaign