Resources for People Living with Diabetes
Insulin Storage Tips
If you have lost power and have unused insulin, DO NOT THROW IT OUT!
Learn how to safely store insulin during a disaster. You can also call the manufacturer, your pharmacy, or your doctor if you have questions.
Find a Pharmacy
If your pharmacy has been impacted by a disaster and need to find an open pharmacy? Call 1-800-DIABETES or visit RxOPEN.org for operating status of healthcare facilities in areas impacted by a disaster.
Find a Shelter
Search for an open shelter near you using the American Red Cross live map or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. Or, search for an open emergency shelter near you by texting SHELTER and the zip code of your location to 4FEMA (43362), Example: SHELTER 01234. (Standard text message rates apply.)
Assistance Programs
Getting the Care You Need During a Disaster
Ensuring continued care in an emergency situation such as a hurricane or other natural disaster is critical for people with diabetes. Download these simple tips for yourself or your loved one living with diabetes.
If you or your loved ones living with diabetes has been impacted by a disaster and have questions about your diabetes medicine and supplies, please call the 1-800-DIABETES (800-342-2383). Mon-Fri, 9am-5:30pm ET
Do You Have Extra Diabetes Supplies?
If you have unexpired and unopened diabetes supplies including in-date & unneeded insulin, test strips, as well as other diabetes supplies, Insulin For Life will distributed, free of charge, to children and adults with diabetes who otherwise would go without these life saving medications.
Diabetes Disaster Response Coalition (DDRC)
Email: diabetesdisasterresponse@gmail.com
Call: 765-314-DDRC (765-314-3372)