Diabetes Education in the Community for Kids (DECK) offered at Diabetes Association of Pierce County
Eligibility
Teachers, principals, counselors and school personnel who have children in their care with diabetes.
Hours
M-Th, 10am-2pm
(253) 272-5134
Voice
Application process
Call for more information.
Fees
None.
Service area
Pierce, WA
Other Information
Disabilities & Health Conditions
- Diabetes
Payment Options
- Free
Certifies teachers, office personnel, principals and school counselors as Parent Designated Adult (PDA).
When a child is diagnosed with diabetes, and requires glucose monitoring, or insulin injections, during school hours, parents can designate a certified volunteer as a PDA to administer the testing and injections to the child.
This way children can attend school functions, field trips and other school related activities.
Data provided by
Washington 211
Providing organization
Diabetes Association of Pierce County
Offers literature to people needing information about diabetes.
Detection tests are available at public sites must be 18 or over to receive free test.
Also provides a day camp for children 4-13.
Certifies volunteers to be PDA's.