Information Desk

Information Desk

These videos provide valuable information on the mission of the Honeyzz Diabetes Support Group and offer insights to help you understand diabetes.

Below is a list of websites and organizations that provide information and support for people with diabetes and associated health conditions in the UK, with a specific focus on Kirklees and the surrounding areas.

National Organizations and Websites (UK)

These organizations offer comprehensive resources, including information, online communities, and helplines.

  • Diabetes UK: The leading charity for people with diabetes in the UK. Their website is a great resource for information on all types of diabetes, living with the condition, recipes, and more. They also have a helpline and a national network of local support groups.

  • NHS: The National Health Service website provides a wealth of reliable information on diabetes, prevention, and treatment. They also link to local services and the national “Healthier You” Diabetes Prevention Programme.

  • Diabetes.co.uk: This is a large online community for people with diabetes, their families, and carers. It features an active forum, resources, and apps for managing the condition.

  • JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation): A global charity focused on Type 1 diabetes research. Their UK website is an excellent source of information and support specifically for children, young people, and adults living with Type 1 diabetes.

  • NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme (NHS DPP): This is a national program designed to help those at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. It offers a nine-month, evidence-based lifestyle change program, which can be accessed face-to-face or digitally.

Local Services and Organizations (Kirklees & Surrounding Areas)

These organizations are based in or have a strong presence in the Kirklees area, offering localized support and services.

  • Locala Children’s and Young People’s Diabetes Service: This service provides specialist nursing care, support, and advice for children and young people (0-19 years) with diabetes and their families in South Kirklees. They offer home visits, school visits, and clinics.

  • Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) Diabetes Service: CHFT provides specialist diabetes care and support, with clinics at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary and Calderdale Royal Hospital. They offer services for both adults and children.

  • Shaping Care in Kirklees – Peer Diabetes Mates: This organization focuses on healthy living for people at risk of or living with Type 2 diabetes. They run groups that combine healthy cooking, wellbeing activities, and peer support.

  • Honeyzz Diabetic Support Group: A peer support group that meets in Huddersfield. They offer a space for people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes to learn about local services and share experiences.

    • Contact: c/o St John’s Resource Centre, 29 St John’s Road, Huddersfield HD1 5DX

  • WellnessAction! This organization offers a Type 2 Diabetes Support Programme in Huddersfield, working with local GPs to help people with lifestyle changes, including nutritional advice and healthy meal preparation.

  • Holme Valley Diabetes Support Group: A local group offering peer support, a WhatsApp group, health walks, and lunch clubs for people with all types of diabetes.

    • Contact: Helen Taylor on 07510 102273

  • Ravensthorpe Community Centre: This center offers a diabetes support group for people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.

    • Contact: Aysha Ayub on 01924 510030

  • Dewsbury Diabetes Peer Support Group: A support group for people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes that meets regularly.

    • Contact: Carmen on 07522 105861