about us
The Charles H. Best Diabetes Centre promotes positive integration of diabetes management into the daily life of children, adolescents and young adults and their families. The provision of comprehensive education and life skill instruction is facilitated through individual sessions at the Centre and in the home. Crisis prevention through ongoing contact (through 24-hour pager, as needed) is provided for specific management issues.
We also provide a support network through empowering partnerships with the health care team at the Centre, by means of social events, newsletters and various support groups for children, youth and parents.
The Charles H. Best Diabetes Centre for children and Youth was founded in 1989 as a "first of its kind" Centre in Canada. It is dedicated to providing young people and their families with education and support to meet their ongoing diabetes needs.
“The Best Centre is fantastic! As a parent, you wouldn’t believe the support and encouragement given by the staff at the Centre.” - Jan, Mother of Joey, 11
The Centre received the prestigious Fredrick G. Banting Award in 1990, through the Centre's founder, Marlene Grass RN, a Diabetes Educator.
How Are We Funded?
Our Centre is a registered charity and we raise the majority of our revenue through various funding activities. We also receive financial support through Durham businesses, Service clubs and Corporate partners.
How You Can Help?
All donations are greatly appreciated and enable our Centre staff to provide the BEST education, managment and support to our families. Tax receipts are provided.