For Diabetics

Diabetics in the NFB are not alone!

We want you to know that you are not alone. Nearly a quarter century ago, the NFB, the nation's largest organization of blind people, established the NFB Diabetes Action Network (NFB DAN). Today there are thousands of NFB DAN members around the nation supporting one another and working together to improve the lives of all blind people.

What is NFB-DAN's Mission?

The NFB Diabetes Action Network educates, empowers, and inspires people living with diabetes and its complications. We share the Federation's "can-do" philosophy, through Voice of the Diabetic magazine, volunteer peer support, and advocacy for accessible diabetes technology. Together, we challenge one another to live our best and fullest lives.

How DAN Works

Together, we educate, inspire, and empower individuals and their families as they learn to manage the complications of diabetes. Our Diabetes Action Network also works to educate the health care community about the abilities of blind diabetics.

Why Should I join?

NFB-DAN dues are only $10 per year. Members work to overcome the problems that diabetes and blindness may bring. We invite you to attend your local NFB chapter meetings where you can meet other visually impaired diabetics.

It is an exciting time to be a part of the NFB. Working together we can continue to improve the lives of all blind people.

For more information about joining DAN contact:
Lois Williams, President
3305 Stonebrook Circle NW
Huntsville, AL 35810-3778
Phone: (256) 852-4143

As a member of the NFB, you will gain self-confidence as you learn new ways

Who else can I call?

Also, we encourage you to call Ed Bryant, DAN board member. He can help> connect you with a member in your area. His number is (573) 875-8911.

To get a free subscription to Voice of the Diabetic, in print, 4-track cassette or via email, simply go to www.nfb.org/voice and complete the subscription form.

FREE RESOURCES

Voice of the Diabetic is also Free We also produce Voice of the Diabetic, a free quarterly journal about diabetes and its complications. The Voice is available in print or on tape. You may also read it on our Web site at www.nfb.org/voice.htm.

Order Your Free Diabetes Info Pack

Contact the National Federation of the Blind National Center, and they will send you a terrific information package so that you may learn more about how blind and visually impaired people can manage diabetes with confidence. Their number is 410-659-9314.

Other Terrific Tools

To order helpful tools like those below, call the NFB Independence Market at 410-659-9314.