You're not alone

Newly diagnosed? We've got you.

A Type 1 diagnosis can feel overwhelming. Connect with Aaron or another peer living with T1D for encouragement, real-life experience, and support through the first days and weeks.

Connect for peer support

Peer support

What you can expect here

Real people. Real experience. A warm place to ask questions when everything feels new.

  • 1-on-1 conversations

    Talk with Aaron or another peer who understands, honest support without judgment.

  • Real-life guidance

    Lived experience for the first days, school, sleep, devices, travel, and emotions, not medical advice.

  • Someone to reach out to

    Personal support when you need encouragement or a reality check on a tough day.

  • Helpful resources

    Practical guides for the first weeks, created by families and teens who live with T1D.

Get the BoostT1D app

Free on iPhone. Log glucose and meals, spot patterns, and keep everything in one place from day one.

Download on the App Store

Peer support is not medical care

Peer volunteers do not give medical or insulin-dosing advice. Medical questions should always be discussed with a parent, guardian, or diabetes care team.

Reach out

Talk to someone who gets it

If your child was just diagnosed, or if you're trying to understand what's happening, reach out. Someone in our community is here to listen, no account required to get started.

Important medical note

This is a friendly conversation and not a substitute for any medical advice. The support provided here is based on personal experience and should not replace professional medical care. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please contact 911 or your local emergency services immediately. Always consult with your healthcare provider for medical decisions and treatment.

Note: No account needed. We only use your name and email so a mentor can get back to you, and your age to pick the right mentor.

We match people under 18 only with a mentor suited to teens, and adults with adults.

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