Friends of Know Diabetes North West London

Friends of Know Diabetes North West London This page is designed to share free resources, events, and information to support those with, or at risk of getting diabetes in North West London and beyond. 🚀

13/02/2025

FREE Event in Harrow! ⬇️

We recently sat down with Denis from Harrow Striders, and he has some fantastic news to share.

Organised by The Pinn Medical Centre, they're hosting a FREE Lifestyle Medicine Evening at Harrow Leisure Centre (Everyone Active), and everyone in the area is welcome!

You'll hear from local doctors and healthcare professionals, connect with community groups, and even try out some new activities that could support your wellbeing.

What to expect?

✅ Informative talks from local physicians on lifestyle medicine
✅ Taster sessions of local activities to help you stay active
✅ Expert tips on preventing and managing health concerns
✅ A warm and welcoming community atmosphere

If you're looking to improve your physical, mental, and emotional health, this event is not to be missed.

No need to RSVP, just turn up! There's free parking, the venue is fully accessible, and it's along a bus route.

Denis will be there too, so be sure to say hello! 👋

📅 Thursday, 20 February, from 6 PM to 8:30 PM
📍 Christchurch Ave, Harrow, HA3 5BD
♻️ Share with your friends and family

17/09/2024

Can forming safe friendships with like-minded people bring benefits to health and emotional outlook? 💬

Join us for a lively 25-minute livestream at our Home Show, where we’ll explore the benefits of friendships in managing diabetes!

Our host Charlie, along with Bipin Dattani and Heather Thomas, will discuss:

1️⃣ How friendships enhance our diabetes support network.

2️⃣ Access to digital health tools.

3️⃣ Updates on diabetes care from Imperial College.

This event is exclusively for members of our Friends of Know Diabetes Facebook Community. If you’re not a member yet, join us here: 🔗 facebook.com/groups/friendsofknowdiabetes

RSVP to the event here 🔗 https://fb.me/e/BXLG1CWqe once you’re a member!

We can’t wait to connect, learn, and have a good time with our amazing community. See you there! 😊🎉

06/08/2024

👀 This life-saving project needs YOUR help to keep going.

Over the past three years, a dedicated group of volunteers, healthcare professionals, and our amazing social media champion have created something special here at Friends of Know Diabetes. 💖

We've built Facebook and Instagram pages to provide peer-to-peer support for individuals living with diabetes and cardiovascular heart conditions.

With curated content from the North West London Know Diabetes website and Diabetes UK, we're empowering and educating our community. 📚

But now, we need your help! 🚨

Diabetes UK reports that people under 40 in London are at higher risk of developing serious health conditions from undiagnosed diabetes. We believe our platform can make a significant difference.

How you can help: 👇👇

1.⁠ ⁠Support our cause with an investment, of any size, which can help sustain and expand our project. 🎉

2.⁠ ⁠Share this post to help us reach more people. 🙏

Your contribution, no matter how small, can make a profound impact on the lives of those affected by these challenging health conditions.

Please reach out to 📩 denis@mad4.org to learn more about how you can help.

Or you can reach out to Denis on LinkedIn: 🔗 linkedin.com/in/deniscollen

10/07/2024

Join host Charlie, and special guest, Kate Walker, on 19 July at 1pm (BST) for an engaging live session in the Friends of Know Diabetes Facebook group.

Next week's live session will focus on Diabetes in the Workplace.

Kate, CEO of the Diabetes Safety Organisation, will discuss how businesses and individuals can manage diabetes risks to enhance safety, productivity, and sustainability with three straightforward steps. 🙌

Join our Facebook community via the link below to participate in the discussion.

Join now: 🔗 https://www.facebook.com/share/P3tx9dbnh1tp3sF1/

04/07/2024

➡️ Join patroon Charlie, and Sophie Kempsford tomorrow at 1pm (BST) for an interesting live session in the Friends of Know Diabetes Facebook group.

Sophie, a Clinical Specialist Therapist in Stroke care, is dedicated to empowering stroke survivors to achieve greater independence, health, and happiness. 🧠🌱

We'll be discussing the link between strokes and diabetes, and learn a bit more about her programme - Bridging The Blues.

So bring your questions tomorrow and let's educate one another. See you there! 👋

If you're not a member of our group yet, join us here first: 🔗 https://www.facebook.com/share/mvuhndfJXCk5peuM/

You can join us here tomorrow at 1pm (BST) once you're a member: 🔗 https://fb.me/e/2dtS80o5r

17/05/2024

For the next in our series of live diabetes discussions, we are excited to be joined by Veronica Wessels from Couterweight, who will be talking to us about the NHS Type 2 Diabetes Path To Remission Programme.

Veronica is a registered dietitian and personal trainer who has been working for Counterweight over the past 2 years. She works closely with all the coaches and the programme support team who assist people on the Type 2 Diabetes Path to Remission Programme.

This is a free 12-month programme is dedicated to guiding and supporting you throughout your weight loss journey using a total diet replacement plan, followed by supported food reintroduction and weight loss maintenance. It is designed to lower your blood glucose levels, reduce your dependence on certain medications, and potentially put your type 2 diabetes into remission.

We hope you'll join us for the discussion on Friday at 1pm and bring your questions for Veronica!

26/04/2024

For the next in our series of live discussions, we're excited to welcome Ruth Miller to join us for a conversation around diabetes and the impact that 'positive self regard' can have for us.

For those of us living with diabetes, I'm sure you're aware how much it can affect your mental health and perception of yourself and what you can do, and in turn, how much of a difference taking care of your mental health can have.

We'll be looking at how those with diabetes adopt a more positive outlook, what 'unconditional positive regard' means, and how can we live it.

Please bring your questions, and we look forward to seeing you at 1pm on Friday!

22/03/2024

Join us for a special edition of the Friends of Know Diabetes live series featuring an insightful conversation with Colette Marshall, CEO of Diabetes UK.

📅 Date: Friday, 22nd March
⏰ Time: 1pm GMT
📍 Location: Livestreamed in the Friends of Know Diabetes Facebook community

In our special event, "Diabetes UK's Path Forward with CEO Colette Marshall," we will cover:

🔵 The mission and impactful work of Diabetes UK.
🔵 Strategic plans and Colette’s vision for the charity’s future.
🔵 Insights into the CEO’s priorities for people living with and at risk of diabetes.
🔵 The challenges of leading the UK’s largest diabetes charity in the post-COVID healthcare sector.

Hosted by Charlie Churchill, this session will not only shed light on Diabetes UK's current landscape but also provide an opportunity for you to engage directly with Colette. Members are welcome and encouraged to bring their questions for a friendly Q&A.

Don't miss this chance to gain valuable insights into diabetes care and advocacy. Mark your calendars and prepare your questions for this comprehensive and interactive discussion!

01/03/2024

Don't miss the next instalment of our Friends of Know Diabetes live discussions!

This time, we're thrilled to welcome Sue Collen alongside our host, Charlie Churchill, for an engaging session on the difference walking-based exercise can make for those living with diabetes, along with details of a FREE Nordic Walking course coming up in Harrow Green Park.

🗓 Date: Friday, 1st March
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM

What's on the Agenda?

- Learn more about the FREE six-week Nordic Walking programme coming up in Harrow Green Park.
- Discuss how walking-based exercise can benefit those living with diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and other long-term conditions.
- Find out how to join and start meeting your health goals with the support of our community.

Tune in, get inspired, and take the first step towards a healthier you!

16/02/2024

In the next of our live series in the Friends of Know Diabetes Facebook community, we are looking forward to being joined by magician and comedian Steve Legg.

We'll be talking about Steve's life and journey, and especially the health challenges that he has faced over the last two and a half years.

It's sure to be a great and entertaining discussion with plenty of practical tips for those of you who are also living with diabetes - we hope to see you there!

19/01/2024

Join us on Friday, 19th January at 1 pm for a live discussion in the Friends of Know Diabetes Facebook group.

Our guest, school teacher Sophie Aitken, will share insights and practical tips on how we and schools can support children with diabetes, as well as answering all of your questions!

This discussion will be a great opportunity to learn about how we can create safe and inclusive educational experiences for young people living with diabetes, and ensure diabetes doesn't negatively impact their education of experience at school.

Event Details:
📅 Date: Friday, 19th January
⏰ Time: 1 pm
📍 Location: Live in the Friends of Know Diabetes Facebook Community

We hope to see you there!

15/12/2023

Join us for the Friends of Know Diabetes Livestream Christmas Special!

This festive and informative session, featuring special guests Dr. Mathi Woodhouse and Salma Mehar, will be live on Friday, 15th September at 1pm in our Facebook group.

We'll be exploring:

❄️ Managing Christmas food challenges for those with diabetes.
🦃 The effects of a traditional Christmas dinner.
🚶‍♀️ Post-Christmas dinner tips.
💙 Inclusive festive celebrations for people with diabetes.
🥜 Diet-friendly alternatives to traditional Christmas treats.
🍽️ Hosting a Christmas event with diabetic-friendly options.

Don't miss this chance to ask our experts all of your diabetes-related questions and to enjoy the festive season in a health-conscious way! 🎄🎉

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