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DANII Foundation - T1 diabetes

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Who's looking after today's T1D's? OUR VISION is for a world where people with T1D live without Fear

The DANII Foundation (supporting Type 1 Diabetes) was established in 2012 by parents Donna and Brian Meads-Barlow as a legacy to their 17 year old daughter Daniella following her sudden passing in 2011 as a result of a night time hypoglycaemic episode - a diabetes complication more widely known as “Dead in Bed” syndrome. Danii went to bed a happy, healthy teenager, but sometime during the night, her blood glucose levels (BGL’s) fell so low that she became unresponsive and was unable to alert her parents that something was terribly wrong. Danii’s BGL’s fell to such a critically low level that she experienced convulsions, pushing her into a coma, and causing her death – alone and in silence. On learning that there was technology overseas that could have prevented Danii’s death, her parents knew what they had to do: through their own tragedy, they had to do everything possible to prevent another life being cut short. Through her passing, Danii gave her parents a parting gift: the inspiration to create a lasting legacy in her name and the courage to offer today’s T1D’s the care and safety they need to help them manage their diabetes and in doing so, help them live a normal, long and enjoyable life. The DANII Foundation supports the research, development and introduction of alert technology to assist in the management of Type 1 Diabetes.

09/10/2025

📣 Call for Volunteers: Host a Bunnings Sausage Sizzle for a Great Cause! 🌭

Get your friends, family, or colleagues together and host a Bunnings BBQ to support people living with Type 1 Diabetes by helping fund insulin pumps.

🚩We're not government funded, so every dollar raised makes a real difference!

Sign up to be a volunteer https://zurl.co/oYLjs and choose your preferred location to host the event. It’s a great way to make a difference while enjoying a day of community spirit.

👉 Click the link https://zurl.co/oYLjs Fill out your details, and the DANII Team will provide you all the paperwork.

We need you help!

Please reach out to the DANII Team:
Email: team@danii.org.au
Call: 0455 905 904 for any questions or concerns.

07/10/2025

It’s almost time to raise your cups for a cause that matters! 💜🍵

November is a World Diabetes Awareness Month. It is a global opportunity for people with diabetes, healthcare professionals, advocates, policymakers, and the public to come together to raise awareness and take action on diabetes.

This year, DANII Foundation would like to introduce Tea for type 1 Event.
It's a series of tea events are a fun and meaningful way to bring people together while making a real difference for the T1D community.

Throughout November, we’re inviting YOU to take part in something sweet yet meaningful. 🍰💜

Stay tuned for how your tea party can help change lives.

05/10/2025

Many people think managing Type 1 Diabetes at mealtime just means:
🍽️ Count the carbs
💉 Give insulin

But for someone living with T1D, every meal requires so much more mental work.

Before eating, they might consider:
🔸 Is my CGM and pump working properly?
🔸 What’s my starting blood sugar?
🔸 How many carbs, fat, and protein are in this meal?
🔸 Do I already have insulin working in my system?
🔸 How active have I been today – or will be after this meal?
🔸 Did I sleep enough last night?
🔸 Have I had enough water?
🔸 Do I need to pre-bolus?
🔸 What if I miscalculate and go low – do I have glucose ready?

This constant decision-making can be exhausting and is often invisible to others.
💜 Understanding this hidden mental load is the first step in supporting someone living with Type 1 Diabetes.

Beautiful pictures by 🌟💜

03/10/2025

Update from Kristy 💜 Current Insulin Pump Recipient

"Since having my Medtronic 780g pump it’s saved me from hospital trips as before I was always in and out of hospital. Having the sensor has also saved me from pricking my finger 15 times a day. I suffer with bad anxiety, but my diabetes is definitely under control. I’m beyond happy with how my diabetes is now. Maybe one day I’d love to be cured but I feel very blessed that I’m healthy and my diabetes is under control.
Thank you to all that have supported me through being diagnosed with Type 1 🙏🏻🥰"

More people like Kristy NEED your help!
Links below 💜
Sponsor a T1D - https://zurl.co/ZCX7

01/10/2025

DANII Foundation FREE Educational Workshop

Topic: AUTOMATION & EXERCISE

Are you a newly diagnosed T1D, a caregiver, or just looking to stay up-to-date with the latest technology in T1D care? This event is for you!

You can join us for a special T1D Workshop
- Thursday, 23rd October
- 6pm to 8 pm
- Burwood RSL (96 Shaftesbury Road, 2134 Burwood).

We're happy to announce that Alana Hayes, Transitional Nurse Practitioner and Credentialed Diabetes Educator from Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, will present on automation and exercise. Alana's session will explore how insulin pump therapy can help make exercise safer, easier, and more enjoyable.

Moreover, Charlotte Crouch, an Ypsomed ambassador will join Us during the workshop. She will talk about her journey with Type 1 as well as tell a bit more about her ways with exercise and fitness.

Register for the workshop here 👉 https://zurl.co/9MvqH or click the link in bio to access the registration form.

This event is a perfect opportunity to learn, connect, and ask questions in a safe and supportive environment!

Want to explore more diabetes-related content?
Check out mylife DiabetesCare 👉 https://zurl.co/CluDk

"Leading diabetes companies sharing the latest advancements in diabetes care technology."

30/09/2025

DANII Trivia & Bowls Day is coming soon

We invite you for an afternoon of fun, friendly competition, and fundraising to support Australians living with Type 1 Diabetes.

Event details
📅 17 Oct 2025 | 12PM – 3PM
📍 Willoughby Park Bowling Club – 13 Robert St, Willoughby

Tickets pricing: $90 pp | $320 team of 4
Tickets include: Lunch • Bowls • Drink on Arrival • Lucky Door Prize

Wear casual clothes and flat-soled shoes so you can play comfortably!

💜 Spots are limited – book your team now!
👉 Call 0455 905 904 | Visit https://zurl.co/ete3s or click the link in our bio to register now!

30/09/2025

📣 Call for Volunteers: DANII Foundation Bunnings Sausage Sizzle! 🌭

We’re looking for passionate volunteers to help at our Bunnings sausage sizzle and support our Type 1 Diabetes community.

Sign up to become a volunteer for our BBQ which will run on 16th November 2025 at Oxenford, QLD.
It’s a great way to make a difference while enjoying a day of community spirit.

👉 Click the link https://zurl.co/LS3Vg Fill in your details and the DANII Team will provide you with all the information.

We need you help!💜

Please reach out to the DANII Team:
Email: team@danii.org.au
Call: 0455 905 904 for any questions or concerns.

29/09/2025

🚗 Driving with Type 1 Diabetes? Stay safe and informed!
From regular medical reviews to keeping hypo treatments on hand — these reminders help protect you and others on the road.

✅ Never drive with low or extremely high BGLs.
✅ Pull over if you feel unwell.

📸 The Type1 Foundation

24/09/2025

It takes just 30 seconds to give one vote for DANII Foundation in the My Giving Circle challenge. This year they give $2,000,000 in grants and donations, so every vote counts.

Sharing this with your friends and family helps us get even closer to our goal.

What's more, My Giving Circle adds 1 Vote for every $1 you donate!

Vote for Us here 👉👉👉 https://zurl.co/5xiMn or click the link in bio to access the voting site

Together, we can continue supporting families living with Type 1 Diabetes and create a safer, brighter future for everyone in our community. 💜

22/09/2025

✈️ Airport travel with Type 1 Diabetes?

From knowing your devices to carrying a medical letter and prescriptions, these tips can help make your journey smoother. 🌻

💡 Did you know that Sunflower lanyards are a great way to discreetly let airport staff know you have a hidden disability? — It helps making security checks more comfortable.

How do YOU prepare for airport travels?
Share your go-to tips below! 👇

📸 The Type1 Foundation

19/09/2025

Meet Georgi 💜

"My daughter was diagnosed with T1 Diabetes when she was 6 ½ years of age. Georgi is a phenomenally talented athlete who has represented Queensland three times since she was 10 years of age. She represents Queensland in two different sporting disciplines, that being Cross Country, and Track and Field - 800 meters. She recently raced for QLD at the Australian Athletics Cross Country 2025 in Ballarat. This was Georgi's fourth time representing QLD since 2023.

To optimise management of diabetes, it was suggested that Georgi wears an insulin pump. At first Georgi declined the option but when she found out that the Omnipod pump has no cords attached, she was excited to try it out. Prior to having the insulin pump, Georgi was on four injections a day. Georgi did not like the sensation of the needles going into her skin four times a day, compounded by manual blood glucose testing. Thus, the option to have the pump, and one injection every three days, was a given in her eyes.

Recently, and thanks to the DANI Foundation, Georgi was able to change from the Omnipod Dash to the Omnipod 5. The Omnipod 5 has been a rewarding change, supporting the sugar levels to remain in the optimal range for most of the day. As an athlete this is crucial, especially when she is experiencing pre-race nerves that send her sugar levels through the roof. As a parent, the Omnipod 5 enables me to see, and guess more accurately, whether the higher sugar reading is pre-race nerves or as a result of the foods she has consumed hours before the race. I can act with more confidence due to this i.e. give a correction dose, or no, this is a normal reaction due to her adrenaline kicking in. This function alone, reduces Georgi's risk of having a hypo during training, and competition days, when she or I act on 'guess work'!!!!!

As a single parent, I am very grateful to the DANI Foundation for assisting me in affording the Omnipod 5. I wish to thank the organisation for supporting parents, such as myself!!"

More people like Georgi NEED your help! Sponsor a T1D - https://zurl.co/ZCX7

16/09/2025

DANII Foundation FREE Educational Workshop

Topic: AUTOMATION & EXERCISE

Are you a newly diagnosed T1D, a caregiver, or just looking to stay up-to-date with the latest technology in T1D care? This event is for you!

You can join us for a special T1D Workshop
- Thursday, 25th September
- 6pm to 8 pm
- Burwood RSL (96 Shaftesbury Road, 2134 Burwood).

We’re thrilled to welcome Alana Hayes, Transitional Nurse Practitioner and Credentialed Diabetes Educator from Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, who will present on automation and exercise – an essential session for anyone living with Type 1 Diabetes.

Register Here: https://zurl.co/9MvqH

Exercise is one of the best things you can do for your health – but when you live with diabetes, it can feel like a balancing act. This session will explore how insulin pump therapy can help make exercise safer, easier, and more enjoyable.

This event is a perfect opportunity to learn, connect, and ask questions in a safe and supportive environment!

"Leading diabetes companies sharing the latest advancements in diabetes care technology."

Address

Level 1/6 Moore Avenue
Lindfield, NSW
2070

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30pm
Friday	9am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+61455905904

Website

http://www.danii.org.au/

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The DANII Foundation (supporting Type 1 Diabetes) was established in 2012 by parents Donna and Brian Meads-Barlow as a legacy to their 17 year old daughter Daniella following her sudden passing in 2011 as a result of a night time hypoglycaemic episode - a diabetes complication more widely known as “Dead in Bed” syndrome. Danii went to bed a happy, healthy teenager, but sometime during the night, her blood glucose levels (BGL’s) fell so low that she became unresponsive and was unable to alert her parents that something was terribly wrong. Danii’s BGL’s fell to such a critically low level that she experienced convulsions, pushing her into a coma, and causing her death – alone and in silence. On learning that there was technology overseas that could have prevented Danii’s death, her parents knew what they had to do: through their own tragedy, they had to do everything possible to prevent another life being cut short. Through her passing, Danii gave her parents a parting gift: the inspiration to create a lasting legacy in her name and the courage to offer today’s T1D’s the care and safety they need to help them manage their diabetes and in doing so, help them live a normal, long and enjoyable life. DANII’s principal aims are to raise awareness of potentially fatal hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia (DKA), and to deliver globally an affordable alert device to provide support, security and peace of mind for the management of type 1 diabetes (T1D). The Foundation believes this technology – a continuous glucose monitor and alert system, should be readily available and affordable to every single person in Australia, and around the globe living with type ONE diabetes.

Our Vision - A world where people with type 1 diabetes live without fear of never waking up.

Our Mission - To make affordable, life-saving alert technology a reality for ALL people living with Type ONE diabetes and those insulin dependent. To educate the wider public and advocate for a Type ONE community.

Our Values - Innovative, compassionate, inspirational, caring, driven, brave.

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