T1D Online Support
Websites & Online Resources
Diabetes UK
National Charity offering extensive resources for families
Includes the Parents Forum and info on school rights, diet, mental health and local support groups
Breakthrough T1D
Leading Type 1 Diabetes charity with age-specific support:
Type 1 and Under
Kids and Teens
Provides downloadable toolkits, webinars and family event info
DigiBete
NHS-approved site with videos and tools created for families managing T1D.
Great for newly diagnosed families, with age-targeted content and app-based management tools
T1Resources.uk
Curated by UK clinicians and patients
Offers vetted links and guides on tech, school, exercise and diet for young people with Type 1 Diabetes
Online Forums
Diabetes UK Forum- Parents Section
Active community sharing experiences with diagnosis, treatments options, tech, school issues and emotional support
Diabetes.co.uk Forum- Parents Area
Large UK community with threads specific to managing young children and teens with T1D
Mumsnet Diabetes Threads
General parenting forum with frequent discussions on Type 1 Diabetes in children, including advice on schools, sleepovers and behaviours
Social Media Groups (Mostly Facebook)
Searchable UK-based groups include:
Parents of Children with Type 1 Diabetes UK (Highly active, supportive community)
Type 1 Diabetes Support for UK Parents
T1D Tech Chat UK (Libre, Dexcom, Pumps)
T1D Teens UK- Parent Support Group (For managing adolescence, independence and hormones)
These are private groups- you’ll need to request access and answer brief screening questions.
Virtual Communities & Events
Children with Diabetes UK (Friends for Life UK)
Website
Offers online and in-person events for families
Peer sessions for parents and age-specific activities for children and teens
Reddit- r/diabetes_t1
Global but includes UK users
Parents post about treatment, tech, NHS tips, school transitions and mental health
Instagram and TikTok Hashtags
Follow #T1DUK, #T1DParents and #Type1Strong for real-life stories, tech tips and emotional encouragement
T1D Age Appropriate Support
Babies & Toddlers (0-4 years)
Breakthrough T1D- “Type 1 and Under”
Breakthrough T1D Early Years Support
Specific guidance for managing insulin, feeding and emotional support for parents of very young children
Facebook Group: “Parents of Children with Type 1 Diabetes UK (Infants & Toddlers)”
A private group focused on under-5s with T1D
Offers shared tips on tech, hypo prevention during naps and managing sick days
Young Children (5-10 years)
DigiBete App and Website
Offers NHS-approved videos tailored for young children and their parents
Covers school transitions, snacks and playtime glucose management
Diabetes UK Local Groups
Many regional chapters include events and virtual support for families with school-aged children
Forum: Diabetes.co.uk- Parents Section
Dedicated threads for school-aged children, discussing packed lunches, activity adjustments and behaviour changes
Tweens (11-13 years)
Breakthrough T1D- Kids and Teens Hub
Offers social stories, interactive materials and insights for dealing with early independence
Facebook Group: T1D UK Families- Tweens Edition
Parents share experiences of hormone changes, managing school trips and preparing for secondary school
T1 Resources: School and Rights
Focused info about school rights, diabetes technology and emotional wellbeing at this transitional age
Teenagers (14-18 years)
Young People with Diabetes UK
A network of support and events for teens managing T1D and developing independence
Promotes peer connection and confidence in self-management
Instagram & TikTok: #T1DTeensUK
Moderated influencers and diabetes advocates in the UK who share authentic stories, tech reviews and encouragement
Diabetes UK- Youth Panel & Peer Support
Offers youth-led webinars and connections with other teens navigating dating, mental health and exams with T1D