Member Benefits

About membership

Diabetes SA is a member based organisation that is largely self-funded through membership subscriptions, fundraising activities and our retail operation.

Through the generosity of our members we remain the only charity in South Australia helping all people living with diabetes.

Diabetes SA is committed to providing information, support, education and products, to all South Australians affected by diabetes. Whether you are newly diagnosed, have lived with diabetes for many years, or are a relative or carer of someone living with diabetes – Diabetes SA is here to help.

As a member you will have access to a range of benefits that include -

Information

• Access to over 45 different information sheets to help you manage diabetes -
• Access to our comprehensive library. Choose from over 1200 recipe and management books along with a selection of DVDs
• Quarterly colour magazines delivered right to your door:
  
  • Living – Keeping you informed on the latest Diabetes SA news, events and campaigns
  • Issues – Offering national perspectives on the latest news around diabetes.

Support

• Invitations to Seminars and Presentations from leading specialists in their field
• Access to support and advocacy services at discounted prices
• Ongoing assistance with operating and maintaining your blood glucose meter including meter downloading and quality control checks

Education

• Access to Education Programs and Activities delivered by our team of Credentialled Diabetes Educators and Dietitian, such as:
  
  • Living Well with Diabetes Program (3 week duration)
  • Supermarket Tours
  • Carbohydrate Counting Sessions
  • Children’s Activities
  • Annual Kids Camp

Products

• Receive 20% off all Diabetes SA products – our retail outlet specialises in the largest range of diabetes related products which can be purchased at our Hilton location, online, by telephone, mail or fax. All products meet strict guidelines.