Connecting families, educating communities, and supporting children living with diabetes

About

Who is DYS?

Diabetes Youth Services (DYS) is an independent non-profit organization that provides educational and supportive services for young people living with type 1 diabetes, their families, schools and communities throughout Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan.

Our Mission

Connecting families, educating communities, and supporting children living with diabetes since 1984.

Wear Your Impact - Here For Good

Our Limitless merch drop is here! Thanks to the Jupmode Here for Good Campaign, every purchase gives back to DYS! $10 per shirt + $15 per crewneck are donated directly to DYS! Orders close March 22nd!

Spring Into Style Raffle Basket

Celebrate the season with our beautiful Spring Into Style Raffle Basket, valued at $350+! This thoughtfully curated basket is filled with charming spring essentials, including a Best Choice Products Cast Iron Dutch Oven in Sage Green—perfect for cozy cooking and entertaining. You’ll also find a Kendra Scott Ayla heart pendant necklace and matching earrings, adding a touch of sparkle to any outfit, along with a Vera Bradley pink floral crossbody bag that’s both stylish and practical for everyday use. To complete the basket, we’ve included lovely spring-inspired goodies for your kitchen and home décor, like a decorative glass pitcher, tea, a cozy floral towel, a sweet bunny accent, and other seasonal surprises. It’s the perfect mix of spring charm, style, and everyday treats—a basket you won’t want to miss!

Raffle tickets are 1 for $10 or 3 for $25, so grab a few for your chance to win this beautiful spring bundle!

Our Services

School Support

Our team of Certified Nurse Educators, Endocrinology Nurses, and Pediatric Nurses, many of whom are living with diabetes themselves, are here to ensure school staff feel confident in managing diabetes at school. These trainings are customized for your needs and DYS is proud to provide these trainings to local schools, daycares, and more at no cost to the family or school.

Family Programs

DYS collaborates with the community to provide a variety of year-round programs for the whole family! Meet other families living with diabetes at our Kalahari Waterpark Adventure, Toledo Mud Hens Baseball Games, Pool Parties, and so much more! Family programs are a great way to gain support from other families also facing the challenges of diabetes.

Hot Shots Camps

Hot Shots Camp is a safe place for kids with diabetes to try a variety of firsts; some diabetes-related and some not. At some point, every child with diabetes has felt alone. At camp, they realize they are never alone! Campers return from camp feeling more confident in themselves and knowing they have a whole community to support them.