Community Resources

American Diabetes Association, Indiana Affiliate

www.diabetes.org
6415 Castleway West Drive, Suite 114
Indianapolis, IN 46250
1-800-342-2383, M-F, 8:30 am - 8:00 pm
Questions, email askada@diabete.org
Spanish, preguntas@diabetes.org
Offers information on diabetes and related topics upon request. School discrimination resources, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973

Connect to Help 211

(317) 926-4357 or 211
Provides information on Trustee Assistance. Trustees can assist eligible township residents with food, medical care, clothing, household goods, shelter, school clothing and supplies, utilities, limited transportation, fuel oil, coal, burial expense, and domestic violence shelters. Can assist with information. Referrals to social services only.

Childrenwithdiabetes.com

Childrenwithdiabetes.com
The mission of Childrenwithdiabetes.com is to promote understanding of the care and treatment of diabetes, especially in children; to increase awareness of the need for unrestricted diabetes care for children at school and daycare; to support families living with diabetes; and to promote understanding of research into a cure.

Fifty50

www.fifty50pharmacy.com/
Diabetes supplies

Indiana Children's Special Health Care Services

2 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
(800) 475-1355
317-274-4603 (Riley Phone)
317-278-2890 (Riley Fax)
A supplemental insurance program that assists children from birth through 21, who are financially and medically in need of health services as the result of chronic illness or disability. Must meet medical and financial criteria.

Indiana Parent Information Network (IPIN)

www.ipin.org
4755 Kingsway Dr. Suite 105
Indianapolis, IN 46205
1 (800) 964-4746
Provides statewide network for professionals and parents of children with special needs to share information and resources. Promotes service to persons with disabilities.

Indiana Family Help Line & In Shape Indiana

Indiana State Department of Health
Nutrition and Exercise Health Campaign
1 (800) 433-0746
Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Answering machine available at all other times. Part of Maternal and Child Health Services for the State of Indiana.

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation - Indiana State Chapter

www.jdrf.org/indiana
8465 Keystone Crossing
Suite 235
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 202-0352
Provides educational materials through brochures, books and newsletters. Sponsors annual walk-a-thon, golf outing and gala.

National Diabetes Education Program

http://ndep.nih.gov
1-800-438-5383
Learn what you need to know about diabetes, including ways to control or prevent the disease. Information for parents, children and high-risk minority populations also is available, including materials in Spanish, Asian and Pacific Islander languages.

Financial Resources

Indiana Comprehensive Health Insurance Association (ICHIA)

PO Box 78488
Indianapolis, IN 46278
Hours: 8 am to 4 pm Information: (800) 552-7921 (or local calls 387-5553) Emergency: (317) 387-5553
Program Description: A health insurance program for Indiana residents who experience problems in obtaining or keeping health insurance due to a medical problem. ICHIA was created by the Indiana legislature to offer residents of the state, through the participation of health insurance companies. The program administrator is Acordia Healthcare Inc.

Eligibility:
Resident of Indiana
Does not have or cannot have other insurance coverage
Has received one rejection notification form a health insurer

Note: If a person suffers from any specific medical condition on the ICHIA list, they do not need rejection notification.
Program Cost: As you enroll in ICHIA, you will be given four health plans to choose from. These plans differ in the amount of the premium, deductible, and coinsurance payment. These plans are described in detail in a brochure from ICHIA. You are also given a choice on the frequency of your payments; monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, or annually. Your rate is based on area, age and sex, and is subject to change. Medicaid is NOT accepted. Medicare is NOT accepted. Private insurance is NOT accepted.

Hoosier Healthwise for Children

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
P.O. Box 7213
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7213
1 (800) 889-9949
www.state.in.us/chip

Health insurance program offered by the State of Indiana for children from birth through age 18. It covers check-ups, well-child visits, doctor visits, hospital stays, and prescription drugs as well as vision and dental care. In general, there are no deductibles, co-payments, or premiums in Hoosier Healthwise for Children. There is an eligibility criteria based on family income.

How do I apply?
There is a two-sided one page application. You can apply here at Riley, downstairs on first floor at the Children with Special Needs office. When you apply, make sure you have proof of your family's income, like tax forms or pay stubs (three of them). You will also need your child's Social Security number and in some cases, proof of their immigration status.

Fun Stuff

www.indy.org - Indianapolis: So easy to do so much!

Camp John Warvel

American Diabetes Association
www.diabetes.org
6415 Castleway West Drive, Suite 114
Indianapolis, IN 46250
317-352-9226 or 1-800-342-2383, M-F, 8:30 am - 8:00 pm

Sponsored by American Diabetes Association, Indiana Affiliate
Camp session is usually in June for ages 7 - 15.
Full-time medical staff of physicians, nurses and dietitians from the Pediatric Diabetes Team at Riley Hospital provides 24 hour care for campers.
Contact the ADA for more information and a registration packet

Happy Hollow Camp for Children with Diabetes (Noblesville, IN

The Diabetes Youth Foundation of Indiana: www.dyfofindiana.org
1300 East Main Street
Danville, IN 46122
765-348-1762
Financial assistance is available.
Happy Hollow offers a full medical, nursing and dietary staff and a well trained counseling staff to provide diabetic care.
Diabetes Camp session is usually held one week each summer.
Call for more information and registration packet.

Juvenile Diabetes Foundation - Walk to Cure Diabetes

www.jdrf.org/indiana
317-202-0352
Held annually at the IUPUI Track and Field Stadium in September. Help raise money to find a cure for Diabetes! For further information contact Indiana State Chapter JDRF Many prizes offered, meet other families, and have a great time!