Welcome to ACT1D, where our mission is to transform the lives of children with Type 1 Diabetes. As a non-governmental organization based in Chandigarh, India, we are dedicated to providing underprivileged children access to education and medication for a healthier tomorrow.
In India, the most crucial reason for the poor health and lack of proper treatment of individuals living with T1D is the cost of the treatment. At the least, the treatment costs INR 4,000-5,000/month which is a recurring cost over the life of the individual. Many parents with children living with T1D are not able to afford treatment.
Children develop issues of slow growth, repeated hospitalizations due to acute complications, poor school performance, personal and family stress, complications of diabetes at a very early age and rarely death due to inadequate/unaffordability of treatment. We aim to provide free medication to most children of families under the poverty line till the children can earn themselves such that they can live a healthy and happy childhood.
Our holistic approach addresses both educational and medical needs, fostering a caring community through collaborations with healthcare professionals, families, and volunteers. Over the years, we've witnessed numerous success stories, thanks to the support of compassionate individuals like you. Your contributions, be it through donations, volunteering, or spreading awareness, play a vital role in our transformative journey. Today, we help over 200 children have a healthier childhood.
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