Longview Type One Diabetes Foundation

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Longview Type One Diabetes Foundation

Building a vibrant & lasting local support system for the Type 1 community in Longview, TX and the surrounding area. Each year we also have several events.

We provide local support today, until there's a CURE! The mission of Longview Type One Diabetes Foundation is to build a vibrant and
lasting local support system for the Type 1 community in Longview, Texas and the
surrounding area. We want every person living with Type 1 diabetes to know they are not alone and to have the support they need to lead a long healthy life until a cure is found one day.

We offer immediate assistance to newly diagnosed children, adults and families, continuing education through support groups and classes, as well as local events and social networking opportunities for Type 1 families. We are an official 501c3 non profit organization so that the money we raise in our community can stay in our community for local needs. We are governed by a board of directors so that this organization is not just the vision and mission of one or two people in our community. We purposely established this as an official non profit corporation so that we will have the input and guidance of many in the Type 1 community and help create a foundation that will be in our community as long as there is a need. Our core programs include visiting the newly diagnosed in our area within 24 hours when possible. A Type 1 parent and child/person living with Type 1 visit the new families with a special basket of carb snacks. This basket will practically equip them with carb snacks for treating low blood sugars. We let them know they are not alone and that we are here for them during this overwhelming time. A Diabetes 101 course is available to all newly diagnosed families FREE of charge. Because we are able to raise support for these classes with our tax exempt status, we are able to hire a professional Diabetes Educator and Registered Dietitian for an extensive training course specially designed for grandparents, extended family, babysitters, school nurses, teachers and older siblings. The purpose of this class is to help build a strong support system around the new Type 1 person or family. We also let them know we have a network of other Type 1 parents and Adult Type 1's who are waiting to meet them at our monthly support groups. These groups provide the opportunity to meet others who are also living with Type 1 but also receive more education by hearing from Diabetes Educators, Registered Dietitians, pump companies, insulin reps and panel discussions. During the meetings, children's activities are available as well so they have a time to get to know other kids who are also living with Type 1. They enjoy their time together and have even started referring to themselves as their Type One family! One is specifically geared toward the Type 1 community and the other is based on awareness. Local support should be the norm and not the exception!

03/14/2026

‼️Omnipod 5 Voluntary Recall‼️
…check your lot numbers at this link

https://www.omnipod.com/mdc-3-26?fbclid=IwVERDUAQhnAZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeBGCtu006YBNP8M4Vjsh26lcYwfjQxgsBkxnzlEjXht2LFcD4veYDqFJrnQ0_aem_Dutqaycjth_PhQZETKPLuQ

We are experiencing a high call volume and are working to resolve. The number is working. Please visit check Pod lot to check if your Pod is affected.

03/08/2026

Don’t forget that poor lancet you’ve been neglecting lol

02/08/2026

On football’s biggest stage today, representation matters.

This year, players from each team, Chad Muma and Logan Brown, are living with type 1 diabetes — a powerful reminder that T1D doesn’t stop greatness.

We’ve been honored to work with Chad Muma through type 1 football camps, helping young athletes see firsthand that type 1 doesn’t sideline your dreams.

No matter who takes home the trophy, this is a win for the type 1 community. 💙🏈

02/06/2026

🕵️‍♀️ Be a Diabetes Detective — from anywhere! 🌎💙
Girl Scout troops everywhere can participate in the Children’s Diabetes Foundation Diabetes Detective Patch Program, learning about Type 1 Diabetes and earning the official patch.

✨ Hands-on, age-appropriate activities
✨ Builds health awareness, confidence, and friendship
✨ Program download includes patch ordering info

🔗 Download the program and get started!

https://www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org/content/dam/girlscoutsofcolorado-redesign/documents/anytime-activities/diabietes-detective.pdf

01/23/2026

Link to fundraiser in the comments💙

Today, John Robert Navar and his wife Cheryl (from Corpus Christi) generously donated 50 T1D Barbies for the kids in our practice here at McLane Children’s Hospital. They have distributed 2,000 dolls so far to 17 states. They are currently on their way to Dallas to share more of them with Peds Endo groups there and in Fort Worth.
John and Cheryl would like to meet with senior executives at Mattel in California to discuss larger donations and even expanding the T1D doll universe.

If you have any contacts within Mattel, please contact John. He and Cheryl funded this current effort with a Go Fund Me page. Also please share this across the T1D social media universe.

12/17/2025

💙The Longview Type One Diabetes Foundation is VERY grateful to have just received 2 donations from the Longview Fraternal Order of Eagles Ladies Aux #4125!💙

This local organization has been a constant supporter of LTO. They continue to recognize the need of support to our local members & how important it is to raise awareness of T1D.

We want the world to see the amazing people with the FOE & the generous work they do for their local community!

If you want to be a part of something BIG & would like to join the Longview Fraternal Order of Eagles, please check them out here: https://www.foe.com

Thank you FOE for your love & support to our foundation! Your Support Makes Our Support Possible!

‼️Symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes‼️
Excessive Thirst
Frequent Urination
Rapid, Unexplained Weight Loss

⚠️Type 1 Diabetes is an autoimmune disease that can be diagnosed in anyone at any age, regardless of family history or lifestyle. If suspected, DEMAND to be tested. If left untreated, it is FATAL.

12/03/2025

11/26/2025

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month.

Type 1 Diabetes is an AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE that can be diagnosed in ANY ONE at ANY AGE, regardless of family history or lifestyle.

It is often misdiagnosed by medical professionals as the flu, a virus, etc.

If suspected, please DEMAND a simple test immediately.

Without treatment, it is FATAL.

There is no cure for T1D.

‼️SYMPTOMS‼️
Extreme thirst
Excessive urination
Rapid weight loss
Increased appetite
Sudden vision changes
Fruity odor on breath
Nausea or vomiting
Drowsiness, lethargy
Heavy, labored breathing
Stupor, unconsciousness

11/23/2025

The red areas have the highest diagnosis rates of Type 1 Diabetes & the grey has the least.

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month.

Type 1 Diabetes is an AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE that can be diagnosed in ANY ONE at ANY AGE, regardless of family history or lifestyle.

It is often misdiagnosed by medical professionals as the flu, a virus, etc.

If suspected, please DEMAND a simple test immediately.

Without treatment, it is FATAL.

There is no cure for T1D.

‼️SYMPTOMS‼️
Extreme thirst
Excessive urination
Rapid weight loss
Increased appetite
Sudden vision changes
Fruity odor on breath
Nausea or vomiting
Drowsiness, lethargy
Heavy, labored breathing
Stupor, unconsciousness

11/21/2025

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