Management of Type 1 Diabetes at School	NSW DIABETES kidsandteens CARELINE
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The National Needs Assessment of Children and Adolescents with Diabetes in 1999 highlighted parental fears for their children with type 1 diabetes, and the issues they encounter during their child’s schooling. Sixty three percent (63%) reported problems including treatment of hypoglycaemia, blood glucose testing, isolation from pears, managing exercise, food and injection issues.

To assist with meeting the needs of these families, Diabetes Australia-NSW introduced the Schools Care Line in January 2001. From April 2006, the name changed to the DIABETES kidsandteens CARELINE. The Paediatric Educator runs the telephone service from Monday to Friday from 9am until 4pm. Parents, teachers and students in NSW may call to discuss issues regarding diabetes management arising at school.

Aims of the DIABETES kidsandteens CARELINE
• Provide school personnel with information and support on the management of type 1 diabetes
• Provide support and counselling to parents, carers and students on the management of diabetes in the school environment including camps
• Mediate between school and parent where necessary
• Provide school visits where necessary
• Provide advocacy for the parent, child and teacher

For New South Wales call 1300 136 588 and ask for the Paediatric Educator 9am – 4pm Monday to Friday.

CONTACT DIABETES AUSTRALIA IN YOUR STATE OR TERRITORY FOR ADVICE REGARDING MANAGEMENT OF TYPE 1 DIABETES IN THE SCHOOL.