About Us

There are around 8,000 people in Gloucester city with diabetes, 26,000 in the county. Diabetes UK estimates that there are around 1.1 million in the UK who are unaware that they have the condition.

The Glevum Voluntary Group was started in 2008 and is run by people with diabetes or who care for somebody with the condition. Therefore we understand what it is like to live with diabetes and what the issues, be they real or perceived can be. The aim of the group is to provide support, understanding and friendship for local people with diabetes or who care for someone with diabetes.

We achieve this by giving members the opportunity to talk with one another, share experiences and give support. We also have guest speakers who give interesting and informative talks covering all aspects diabetes, both medical and non medical. We are affiliated to Diabetes UK, the largest charity in the country dedicated to raising awareness of diabetes and helping people suffering with the illness.

We also strive to bring to the attention of those in authority (both local & national) issues of concern to people with diabetes and to foster an appreciation of their needs.

Find Us

We meet second Wednesday of every month (except April & August - no meetings), 7.30 pm, at:

Abbeydale Sports & Community Centre,

Glevum Way

Abbeydale

Gloucester

GL4 4BL

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If you suffer with Diabetes or care for someone who does, come and join us.

To find out more contact:

Margaret Skinner (Chair) - 01452 305225

Mike Broome (Secretary) - 01452 331016

Remember, you are not alone

Last Updated: Tuesday, 6 December, 2011 6:34 PM