Touched By Type 1

Touched By Type 1 To elevate awareness of type 1 diabetes, raise funds to find a cure and inspire those Touched by Type 1.
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The mission of Touched by Type 1 is to elevate awareness of Type 1 Diabetes, raise funds to find a cure and inspire those with diabetes to thrive. If you, a child or a loved one has been recently diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, there is a lot of important information to digest and you will no doubt be making many updates to your daily life. At Touched by Type 1, as part of our mission, we support

those with Type 1 Diabetes to live active and healthy lifestyles. At its core, proper type 1 diabetes management is composed of a handful of elements: blood glucose control and insulin management, exercise, nutrition and support. Knowing first-hand the intricacies of living with Type 1 Diabetes, the team at Touched by Type 1 has created the D-Box. Order your D-Box by going to: https://www.touchedbytype1.org/d-box/

Learn more about Touched By Type 1 by going to: https://www.touchedbytype1.org

06/25/2026

For April Blackwell, a NASA aerospace engineer living with Type 1 diabetes, one of the most meaningful parts of the Touched By Type 1 Annual Conference is the people.

April knows firsthand the power of connecting with others who truly understand the highs, lows, and everything in between.

That's what conference is all about—finding your community and realizing you're never alone. 💜

Today, we worked alongside Diabetes Patient Advocacy Coalition and advocates from across the country, representing 18 di...
06/24/2026

Today, we worked alongside Diabetes Patient Advocacy Coalition and advocates from across the country, representing 18 different organizations, sharing the experiences of individuals impacted by diabetes.

From insulin affordability and access to technology to the importance of early screening and detection, the conversations happening on Capitol Hill have a direct impact on our community today and for years to come.

Every conversation matters. Every voice matters. And together, those voices help drive meaningful change.

We’re honored amplify our voice with Diabetes Patient Advocacy Coalition and fellow advocates as we work toward a future where everyone impacted by diabetes has access to the care, resources, and support they deserve.

Proud to represent the Touched by Type 1 community on Capitol Hill.

06/23/2026

¡Acompáñanos en la Conferencia Anual de Touched By Type 1 en Orlando, Florida!
La registracion ya está abierta y estamos emocionados de reunir a nuestra comunidad para un dia lleno de aprendizaje, apoyo, inspiración y conexiones para las familias afectadas por la diabetes tipo 1.

¡No te quedes fuera! Regístrate hoy y asegura tu lugar.
https://www.touchedbytype1.org/annual-conference-es

06/22/2026

The reunions, the laughter, the conversations in the hallways, and the moments that remind people they’re never navigating type 1 diabetes alone — what’s not to love? 💜

Registration for the 2026 Touched by Type 1 Annual Conference is officially OPEN.
Orlando, Florida | September 26, 2026

Learn more + join us: touchedbytype1.org/annual-conference

🎓 Living with type 1 diabetes takes strength, resilience, and determination every single day.That's why the Touched by T...
06/22/2026

🎓 Living with type 1 diabetes takes strength, resilience, and determination every single day.

That's why the Touched by Type 1 Scholarship Program recognizes graduating high school seniors who have overcome challenges, pursued their goals, and are ready for what's next.

If you're a graduating senior living with T1D and planning to continue your education, we encourage you to apply.

📅 Applications Close: July 25
📢 Recipients Announced: August 1

Apply today: https://www.touchedbytype1.org/scholarship

Today, we celebrate the dads who navigate Type 1 diabetes themselves and the fathers, stepdads, grandfathers, and father...
06/21/2026

Today, we celebrate the dads who navigate Type 1 diabetes themselves and the fathers, stepdads, grandfathers, and father figures who help a loved one manage life with T1D.

You are the early morning blood sugar checks, the late-night alarms, the steady hand during difficult moments, and the reassuring voice that says, “We’ve got this.”

Whether you're living with Type 1 or supporting someone who is, your strength is found in the everyday moments—the sacrifices no one sees, the consistency you provide, and the love that never wavers.

Thank you for leading with courage, patience, and resilience. Thank you for showing up, day after day, through every high, low, and everything in between.

From all of us at Touched by Type 1, Happy Father’s Day. We celebrate you, appreciate you, and are grateful to be part of this incredible community.

Leadership doesn’t always come from a title.Sometimes, it’s shaped quietly through resilience, adaptability, advocacy, a...
06/20/2026

Leadership doesn’t always come from a title.

Sometimes, it’s shaped quietly through resilience, adaptability, advocacy, and learning how to keep showing up — even on the hard days.

In this new blog, our Incredible founder Elizabeth Forrest reflects on the leadership lessons that come from living with type 1 diabetes and how those experiences can shape the way we lead, support others, and create impact far beyond ourselves 💪💜

Read the full blog: https://www.touchedbytype1.org/from-the-founder/

06/19/2026

What does it feel like to realize diabetes isn't going to stop you from doing what you love?

For Gary Forbes, that moment came at Staples Center.

Standing on the court, surrounded by the lights and energy of the game, he looked across and saw Kobe Bryant—one of his idols and one of the greatest players to ever play basketball.

In that moment, something clicked.
"I felt normal. Just like everyone else."

Not because diabetes had disappeared, but because it wasn't defining what he could achieve.

Stories like Gary's are a reminder that type 1 diabetes is only one part of who you are—not the thing that determines your future.

🎙️ In Conversations, kids and teens living with type 1 diabetes ask the questions that matter most and hear firsthand from people who have faced challenges, chased big dreams, and found their own path forward.

▶️ Watch the latest episode and learn more: www.touchedbytype1.org/conversations

06/18/2026

From the moment you walk in to the Annual Conference, you’re surrounded by people who understand life with type 1 diabetes in a way that’s hard to explain anywhere else.

Whether it’s your first conference or your fifth, there’s a place for you here 🫶

Orlando, Florida | September 26, 2026

Registration is officially OPEN: touchedbytype1.org/annual-conference

Yesterday was an important milestone for the T1D community as the FDA granted accelerated approval to Sanofi's Tzield® f...
06/17/2026

Yesterday was an important milestone for the T1D community as the FDA granted accelerated approval to Sanofi's Tzield® for children and teens ages 8–17 recently diagnosed with Stage 3 Type 1 Diabetes.

As the first disease-modifying therapy approved for this patient population, this milestone represents continued progress in expanding treatment options and changing what's possible after diagnosis.

While there is still more work to be done, this approval represents meaningful progress for individuals and families affected by T1D.

Read the full article here: https://www.news.sanofi.us/2026-06-12-Sanofis-Tzield-approved-in-the-US-as-the-first-disease-modifying-therapy-for-patients-recently-diagnosed-with-stage-3-type-1-diabetes


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