American Diabetes Association, Indiana Affiliate

8604 Allisonville Road, Suite 140
Indianapolis, IN 46250
888.342.2383 or 317.352.9226
Questions, email indiana@diabetes.org
Spanish, preguntas@diabetes.org
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Offers information on diabetes and related topics upon request, i.e. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973

About Special Kids

7172 Graham Road, Suite 100 
Indianapolis, IN 46250
800.964.4746 or 317.257.8683
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Provides statewide network for professionals and parents of children with special needs to share information and resources. Promotes service to persons with disabilities.

Childrenwithdiabetes.com

The mission of Childrenwithdiabetes.com is to promote understanding of the care and treatment of diabetes, especially in children; to increase awareness of the need for unrestricted diabetes care for children at school and daycare; to support families living with diabetes; and to promote understanding of research into a cure.
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Connect to Help 211

317.926.4357
Provides information on Trustee Assistance. Trustees can assist eligible township residents with food, medical care, clothing, household goods, shelter, school clothing and supplies, utilities, limited transportation, fuel oil, coal, burial expense, and domestic violence shelters. Referrals to social services.

Indiana Family Help Line & In Shape Indiana

Indiana State Department of Health
Nutrition and Exercise Health Campaign
855.435.7178
Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Answering machine available at all other times. Part of Maternal and Child Health Services.

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation - Indiana State Chapter

10401 North Meridian St.
Suite 150
Indianapolis, IN 46290
317.469.9604
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Provides educational materials, brochures, books and newsletters. Sponsors annual walk-a-thon, golf outing and gala.

National Diabetes Education Program

800.438.5383
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Learn what you need to know about diabetes, including ways to control or prevent the disease. Information for parents, children and high-risk minority populations also is available, including materials in Spanish, Asian and Pacific Islander languages.

Financial Resources

Hoosier Healthwise for Children

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
P.O. Box 7083, 402 West Washington Street
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083
800.889.9949
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Health insurance program offered by the State of Indiana for children from birth through age 18. It covers check-ups, well-child visits, doctor visits, hospital stays, and prescription drugs as well as vision and dental care. In general, there are no deductibles, co-payments, or premiums in Hoosier Healthwise for Children. There is an eligibility criterion based on family income.

How do I apply?
There is a one page application with two sides. You can apply at Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health, on the first floor at the Children with Special Needs office or online at the Hoosier Healthwise website listed above. When you apply, make sure you have proof of your family's income, like tax forms or pay stubs (three of them). You will also need your child's Social Security number and in some cases, proof of his or her immigration status.
 

Indiana Children's Special Health Care Services

2 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
800.475.1355
317.944.4603 (Riley at IU Health Phone)
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A supplemental insurance program that assists children from birth through 21 and who are financially and medically in need of health services as the result of chronic illness or disability. Must meet medical and financial criteria.

To apply, contact your local county Division of Family Resources, First Steps Agency, or Riley Hospital.

To complete the application, you’ll need these documents:

• Your child’s birth certificate
• Proof of residence (rent or property payment receipt, voter’s registration, driver’s license)
• Health insurance information
• Proof for all household members income (most recently filed federal income tax forms, three consecutive current paycheck stubs, all Government Award letters, private/public pension information)

A family with an income, before taxes, no greater than 250% of the federal poverty level may be eligible for the program. The financial level changes every year. For example, in 2012, a family of four could qualify with a gross income of up to $57,625.

For eligible applicants, services may include:

• Diagnostic evaluations
• Comprehensive well child and sick child care
• Specialty care and other services related to the eligible medical conditions
• Immunizations
• Prescription drugs
• Routine dental care

Indiana Comprehensive Health Insurance Association (ICHIA)

PO Box 33730
Indianapolis, IN 46203-0730
800.552.7921 or 317.614.2133

Program Description

A health insurance program for Indiana residents who experience problems obtaining or keeping health insurance due to a medical problem. ICHIA was created by the Indiana legislature to offer health care to residents of the state, through the participation of health insurance companies. The program administrator is Acordia Healthcare Inc.

Eligibility

Resident of Indiana
Does not have or cannot have other insurance coverage
Has received one rejection notification from a health insurer

Please Note

If a person suffers from any specific medical condition on the ICHIA list, he or she does not need rejection notification.

Program Cost

As you enroll in ICHIA, you will be given four health plans to choose from. These plans differ in the amount of the premium, deductible, and coinsurance payment. These plans are described in detail in a brochure from ICHIA. You are also given a choice on the frequency of your payments; monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, or annually. Your rate is based on area, age and sex, and is subject to change. Medicaid is NOT accepted. Medicare is NOT accepted. Private insurance is NOT accepted.

Fun Stuff!
 

Camp John Warvel

American Diabetes Association, Indiana Affiliate
8604 Allisonville Road, Suite 140
Indianapolis, IN 46250
800.342.2383 or 317.352.9226
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Camp session is usually in June for ages 7 – 15.
Full-time medical staff of physicians, nurses and dietitians from the Pediatric Diabetes Team at Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health provides 24 hour care for campers.
Contact the ADA for more information and a registration packet

Camp Until a Cure (Noblesville, IN)

The Diabetes Youth Foundation of Indiana
317.224.0190
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Financial assistance is available.
Camp Until a Cure offers a full medical, nursing and dietary staff and a well trained counseling staff to provide diabetic care. Diabetes camp sessions are usually held several weeks each summer.
Call for more information and registration packet.

Juvenile Diabetes Foundation - Walk to Cure Diabetes

317.469.9604
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Held annually at the IUPUI Track and Field Stadium in September. Help raise money to find a cure for Diabetes! For further information contact the Indiana State Chapter of the JDRF Meet other families, win prizes, and have a great time!