Sugar Sofa

Welcome to Sugar Sofa!

Sugar Sofa offers support for children with diabetes, and is designed for people of all ages who are dealing with diabetes. Sugar Sofa is intended for sharing, understanding and support. Please send your stories, poems, letters, and drawings and we’ll feature them on our site!

Here at Sugar Sofa, kids can read about Tino and diabetes. Like many of you, Tino has Type 1 diabetes and he would like to share his experiences.

Get your free Tino activity book by writing kim@sugarsofa.com. Those of you who brought Tino home with you by purchasing a Tino Frisbee, helped support children with diabetes, as proceeds were donated to the Diabetes Hope Foundation. The donation was put to good use for youth scholarships, diabetes camp and diabetes supplies for those who need it.

I have had type 1 diabetes since the age of 9. During my teens, I became involved with the Canadian Diabetes Association as a volunteer and branch newsletter columnist. I realized that my knowledge and experience could be shared to help others with diabetes.

Living with diabetes has often been challenging but I have always felt incredibly grateful for my health. I firmly believe that having diabetes has motivated me to help others and be thankful for each and everyday. I like to connect with others who have diabetes or who know someone with diabetes because it helps me cope with everyday life.

I hope that Sugar Sofa will be a home of support and sharing – and also a fun place to find resources for children with type 1 diabetes. Tino has been a part of my life for years as a symbol of hope, and my aspiration is that he could be the same for others.