[dneal517]

Im a Type 1 diabetic and I wanted to mention a great program called Dogs for Diabetics. A friend of our family was diagnosed with Type 1 when she was 13. Her parents looked into a program called Dogs for Diabetics. The dog can sense low blood sugars and if a low occurs, he puts a red bean bag he has around his neck into his mouth. She was grocery shopping with her mom and the dog all of a sudden put the red bag in his mouth. Sure enough...she had a low. He is a great companion for her and she takes the dog everywhere...even to school. The dog has become a member of their family. There is an application process and possibly a waiting list but I thought I would share this because that program has helped someone who was struggling at such a young age. This particular program is in California but I would imagine there are similar programs nation wide. Best wishes everyone.
Dawn~