Online communities
There are many online diabetes communities out there that can be a great source of information and support . They include the following, which can be found by following the conversations via these hashtags on Twitter: #OurD #DOC We do not run these groups , but we understand how important the support they provide is to people with diabetes .
Shona Freeborn, carer for her husband who has Type 1 diabetes and runs a local support group . Campaigning, activities and events As well providing support and information, Diabetes UK groups also get involved in: fundraising campaigning to improve local diabetes services planning social events and outings running awareness-raising activities.
Healthy living for people with type 2 diabetes
Healthy living is a free online service designed to provide advice and information to people living with type 2 diabetes , to help them better manage their condition. The programme is user-led and offers an alternative means of accessing support to the more traditional, group -based structured education programmes.

DiabetesTeam is the social network for those living with type 2 diabetes . Get the emotional support you need from others like you, and gain practical advice and insights on managing treatment or therapies for diabetes . DiabetesTeam is the only social network where you can truly connect, make real friendships, and share daily ups and downs in a judgement-free place.
Help and support for type 2 diabetes
Find out about where to get support for type 2 diabetes , including support from charities.
DiabetesTeam is the social network for those living with type 2 diabetes . Get the emotional support you need from others like you, and gain practical advice and insights on managing treatment or therapies for diabetes . DiabetesTeam is the only social network where you can truly connect, make real friendships, and share daily ups and downs in a judgement-free place.

Overview of Online Support Groups For Diabetes Type 2 Management
DESMOND is the collaborative name for a family of group self management education modules, toolkits and care pathways for people with, or at risk of, Type 2 diabetes .
This Group has been created for Type 2 Diabetics who are UK based so that we can all support each other.
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Diabetes .co.uk is here to help and support diabetics and those affected by diabetes . This is a free, community-led information and support resource for people with diabetes .