Diabetes U K Banbury Voluntary Support Group

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Spring 2009

Spring 2009 image Diabetes U.K. Banbury support group is in need of fresh volunteers. Revd David Jackson reports that despite raising over £4,000 this year for research into the illness, and a total of £11,000 over the last three years, the group may have to cut back on its activities unless help can be found. Revd Jackson says “Though I send out 100 bi-monthly newsletters to supporters in the area we are having difficulty recruiting new committee members. As a full time minister and having Diabetes myself, I am finding it difficult to continue my fourfold role as acting Secretary, Treasurer, Public relations officer and newsletter editor for Diabetes U.K.” I will be stepping down as acting secretary at our AGM on Monday 9th of February and looking for people who can help with the secretarial work and organise fundraising events and help with organising our bi-monthly meetings to support local diabetes sufferers. Free national membership of the charity is available to committee members, you do not have to have diabetes to help anyone who has a concern to help combat the illness is welcome. The Group’s next meeting, which will be our Annual General Meeting is on Monday 9th of February at 7.30pm in the Rowan Day Centre at the Horton Hospital. Offers of help will be welcome at the meeting or by Email to vicardavyjax@tiscali.co.uk or by telephone on 01295 275449.------------- POSTPONED DUE TO SNOW

Join us at Walk in the Park Help us make a difference to people with diabetes This years walk at Broughton Castle is taking place on June 6th. The walks are designed for people of all ages and levels of fitness. To date, Walk in the Park has raised nationally over £1.3 million. This money is vital to help fund essential research projects. With your help this year we hope to reach £1.5 million raised for research – this would be a truly fantastic amount. Register now and bring your family and friends to support Diabetes UK’s largest fundraising event. For registration forms and sponsorship forms contact: Tony Newman Tel: 07886 021847 Or the Carers Centre 27 Horsefair, Banbury Tel. 01295 264545

Programme of events Spring 2009 At the Horton hospital Rowan day Centre Monday 9th February AGM 7.30pm Speaker: Diabetes specialist.

Monday 13th April Speaker Optician DIABETES UK COLLECTIONS UK Saturday 21st November at Castle Quay

Committee Tony Newman -Chairman Tel: 07886 021847 David Jackson Secretary/ Treasurer - Tel: 01295 275449 Jenny Falkner - Subscription Secretary Tel: 253143 James Falkner—Youth Section Tel: 253143 Elaine Gilbert—Activities promoter

Diabetes UK Careline Diabetes UK Careline provides support and information to people with diabetes as well as friends, family and carers. We can provide information to help you learn more about the condition and how to manage it. The Careline is staffed by trained counsellors who can provide a listening ear and the time to talk things through. Here are some examples of the questions we are often asked: I’ve just been diagnosed. What should I do now? I’m finding it difficult to accept the diagnosis – how do I cope? What can I and can’t I eat? Can I still drink alcohol? What are the different types of tablets and insulin? What are the possible side effects? When/how often should I test? What should my blood glucose levels be? What if they go too high or too low? What‘s the law about driving? I’m about to go on holiday abroad. How do I keep my insulin cool in a hot country? What else do I need to consider when travelling? My child has diabetes and finds it hard to give up his treats. Why don’t you recommend diabetic chocolate and sweets? We don't have access to your medical records so you may need to go back to your healthcare team for answers to some questions. By telephone Diabetes UK Careline: 0845 120 2960, Monday- Friday, 9am-5pm (BT calls from landlines should cost no more than 4p per minute; calls from other providers and mobiles may vary. Alternatively, call 020 7424 1000 and ask Reception to transfer your call to the Careline.) By email Send your questions by email to: careline@diabetes.org.uk. By post Send your letters to: Diabetes UK Careline Macleod House 10 Parkway London NW1 7AA.