Alberta Diabetes Foundation

REGISTER TODAY! Time to get your team together for Alberta Diabetes Foundation's annual Halloween Howl Fun Run, Walk , and Roll. Families, Companies, and Friends working together to STOP diabetes. Raise more, win more, there are lots of great fundraising incentives to earn! For more information on registration and to receive your fundraising kit, contact us today at [email protected] or visit our website at www.albertadiabetesfoundation.com/halloween-howl/ Together we can raise funds to CURE diabetes #ADFTEAMHOWL2021

**Urgent** Alberta Diabetes Foundation is looking for 2 more volunteers to fill the remaining two shifts for our casino tomorrow. We are still in need of the following: Chip Runner - 9:30am 7:15pm Banker - 6:15pm - 4:00am The casino is Century Casino in Edmonton, 13103 Fort Road NW on September 30th, 2021. Volunteering at the casino is easy to do, with scheduled breaks and meals which are provided by the Alberta Diabetes Foundation. (no outside food or drinks are allowed) ...If you can help us with a shift, it would be greatly appreciated! Please contact Renea at [email protected]

Alberta Diabetes Foundation is looking for volunteers for our Casino fundraiser being held at the Century Casino in Edmonton, 13103 Fort Rd NW on September 30th & October 1st. We need people to fill the General Manager, Banker, Cashier, Chip Runner, and Count Room daytime and evening volunteer roles. Volunteering at the casino is easy to do, with scheduled breaks and meals which are provided by Alberta Diabetes Foundation (no outside food or drinks are allowed). If you can help us with a shift it would be greatly appreciated. To volunteer or to get more information, please contact Renea at [email protected]

Planning to run the Scotiabank Calgary Marathon on Sept 19th? You can help raise critical funds for cutting edge Diabetes Research by choosing the Alberta Diabetes Foundation as your charity of choice when you register. https://buff.ly/3jbCrEc #DiabetesAwareness #RunCalgary #diabetesresearch

Tickets for our annual Classic Car for a Cure Lottery are on sale now! You could win a 1969 Camaro! Purchase before October 31th at 11:59PM MDT to be part of an Early Bird draw of a $3,500 cash prize! https://buff.ly/36dLv3s

Tickets for our annual Classic Car for a Cure Lottery are on sale now! You could win a 1969 Camaro! Purchase before October 31th at 11:59PM MDT to be part of an Early Bird draw of a $3,500 cash prize! https://www.albertadiabetesfoundation.com/Car

Planning to run the Scotiabank Calgary Marathon on September 19th? You can help raise critical funds for cutting edge diabetes research by registering with the Alberta Diabetes Foundation as your charity of choice. You must choose your charity when you register. https://buff.ly/2W9E8sA

With 1 in 3 Canadians being affected by Diabetes or prediabetes. Diabetes does not discriminate and can affect anyone in any stage of life. You can be part of the cure.

If I'm ever feeling lazy, I blame my pancreas. Did you know that our pancreas is responsible for producing insulin? For Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, the pancreas fails to produce the right amount of insulin to keep blood sugar levels low! Thankfully, Insulin medicine is available to keep diabetes levels at bay.

You’re used to dealing with stress from time to time but coping with a pandemic whilst managing diabetes can feel very overwhelming. Stress can affect your blood sugar levels, so it’s important to know how to recognize your stress and how to deal with it. Try to get enough sleep and build exercise, rest and relaxation into your routine to cope with stress. Most importantly? Treat yourself with kindness. You’re not going to be able to do everything perfectly or be producti...ve or active all the time. That’s OK! We are in this together.

Diabetes is a reality for millions of Canadians. For some, it’s a life-long condition that affects their daily quality of life. Our dream is to find a cure and that’s a very real possibility thanks to the ground-breaking scientific research being done right here in Alberta. A decade ago, we helped fund the Edmonton Project, which led to a remarkable increase in quality of life for many diabetes sufferers. Since then, we’ve funded significant research and seen incredible results. We know that with your help, we can find a cure for diabetes. Set up your recurring donation today!

At the Alberta Diabetes Foundation, we cherish the love and compassion, support and joy of our families. We hope you’re able to spend time with loved ones this Family Day, virtual or otherwise.

THANK YOU to our donors and supporters that helped us end the year on a high note. We were able to match all donations to the full extent! To read more about exciting research heading into 2021, and to donate yourself, visit AlbertaDiabetesFoundation.com

Welcome to a new year! Could 2021 be the year we cure diabetes? We think it’s possible! With your help, ADF funds cutting-edge research taking place in Alberta with the goal to #StopDiabetes once and for all. We have several promising research projects underway and, thanks to you, we’re closer than ever!

Looking to enjoy your holidays this year while managing your diabetes? We have some tips! Eat normally during the day versus skipping meals Choose naturally sweetened foods, like fruits, to satisfy your sweet tooth Go for a half-hour walk! Take one every day to help relax... Limit alcohol to less than two standard drinks per day, and discuss alcohol use with your healthcare team Stay safe out there, and ensure you’re following all restrictions in your area to protect yourself and your loved ones from COVID-19.

Until the end of 2020, your donation to the Alberta Diabetes Foundation will have TRIPLE THE IMPACT! The Frank Flaman Foundation graciously agreed to match online donations to ADF, and the Kolskog Family of Edmonton was moved by this campaign’s potential and agreed to ALSO match your donation to ADF until the end of the year another $20,000! Your $1 dollar donation will have TRIPLE THE IMPACT!... To read more about research and to donate online, visit AlbertaDiabetesFoundation.com

Diabetes is bigger than you think it’s moms and dads, brothers and sisters, friends and spouses. Diabetes doesn’t discriminate, it affects us all. Visit stopdiabetes.ca and help us #StopDiabetes once and for all.

If you need an excuse to wear your heart (or your pancreas) on your sleeve, today is #UglyChristmasSweaterDay.

Sometimes having #diabetes feels like... #MemeMonday

Christmas Cheer Baskets are available for purchase now, and they are the PERFECT gift for the wine lover on your shopping list. Packages start at $80, and proceeds will remain in Alberta, helping to fund life-changing diabetes research. Choose from three-pack, six-pack, or our premium New Year’s Eve package that includes champagne and charcuterie. ... Learn more at AlbertaDiabetesFoundation.com/ChristmasCheerBasket

We wish you a very #HappyNewYear ! If 2020 was a difficult year for you, as it was for many, our hopes are for a new year of peace and fulfillment.

It’s that spooktacular time again! The Halloween Howl presented by NORDIC, is here! There's still time to sign up, get active and have fun. Walk, run or roll there are so many ways to be part of this year's virtual Halloween Howl!! Read more at - AlbertaDiabetesFoundation.com/Halloween-Howl

The Virtual Halloween Howl, presented by Nordic, isn’t just for humans! Put on your best costume, and hit the pavement this week in support of life-changing diabetes research in Alberta! To register, donate and track your progress, please visit - www.AlbertaDiabetesFoundation.com/Halloween-Howl... The Virtual Halloween Howl goes until October 31st, and we’re counting on your support! #ADFHowl

Thank you Mannville School!! Last week, their students helped raise over $3000 as a part of our Halloween Howl! There’s still time for you to sign up and run from KMs this weekend! The Halloween Howl presented by NORDIC goes until Saturday, October 31st!... The forecast is on our side in the final week of the Howl, and we’re counting on your support! #ADFHowl Visit AlbertaDiabetesFoundation.com/Halloween-Howl

Looking for tips for Halloween with your family this year? With the help of the ACH Diabetes clinic in Calgary, we have you covered! To estimate the carbohydrate content of straight sugar candies (suckers, jawbreakers, bubble gum, gummies, and hard candy), weigh it! 1 gram in sweet treat weight is equal to 1 gram of carbohydrates. Candy that can be used to treat low blood sugars (Rockets, Skittles) can be put into smaller bags with equals 10g Carb or equals 15g Car...b Read for more - https://buff.ly/31HKKyk

Our Virtual Halloween Howl, presented by Nordic, is underway, and you can run when and where you want! The weather isn't stopping our participants! Share your costumes this weekend using the hashtag #ADFHowl For more information and to donate, visit https://buff.ly/3kgcsK6

It’s important to build confidence in children to manage their own diabetes self-care. It can be incredibly helpful to break down the steps into checklists that you, as a family, can go over with your child. Here’s an example of steps for drawing up insulin: 1. Take cap off the syringe 2. Place needle into insulin vial 3. Draw back plunger to fill syringe to desired level ... 4. Tap out any any air bubbles 5. Refill syringe to the desired dose, if necessary These steps can be broken down even further as your child is able to own the skill completely!

Over the weekend, the Gibbons 4H Light Horse Club took to the roads and walked 5km each for the Virtual Halloween Howl, presented by NORDIC! It was a chilly afternoon! To donate to this team, please click this link : https://bit.ly/3dGoGsW More info at AlbertaDiabetesFoundation.com/Halloween-Howl

Alberta Diabetes Foundation encourages you to get outside, get active and have some fun! Come be a part of the Virtual Halloween Howl, presented by NORDIC. Share your costumes on social media using the hashtag #ADFHowl For more information - visit https://buff.ly/3kgcsK6

It’s been a challenging school year so far, so @GlobalEdmonton wants to bring some spooky fun into the classroom! Enter your class for your chance to WIN pizza for your entire class! Grab your costumes and get ready to run! More information - https://buff.ly/354oIGX

Come be a part of the Virtual Halloween Howl, presented by NORDIC! Sign up, get active, have fun so many ways to be part of this years Howl. You can share your fundraiser page on social media using the hashtag #ADFHowl For more information visit - https://buff.ly/2v0eEwH

Congratulations to Roxane Tiessen for winning the Hummingbird Charm 50/50! Roxane met with Executive Director of the Alberta Diabetes Foundation Brad Fournier to receive her prize yesterday afternoon. Thank you to EVERYONE that supported our Hummingbird Charm last month. We hope to see you in 2021!

It’s eat better, eat together month! The research is clear: when your family sits down to eat dinner together it creates healthier outcomes, mentally and physically, for all involved. Aim to have one meal a week together, plan ahead with pre-prepared meals, eat breakfast for dinner or set it as a ‘no bake’ day and focus on foods you can eat raw like vegetables and fruits. Share your family dinners with the hashtag #EatBetterEatTogetherMonth!