Thriveabetes: Ireland’s Type 1 Diabetes Community
Volunteer-led events, resources and peer support for people living with, or affected by, Type 1 Diabetes in Ireland.
For people living with or affected by type 1 diabetes where we can find: Information, Motivation, and Inspiration to thrive with type 1 diabetes.
Welcome to Thriveabetes, a place where you can find practical information about living with diabetes such as, what health resources are available, different insulin delivery methods (Pens & Pumps) and ways to monitor your blood glucose levels.
Thriveabetes conferences are organised by volunteers who all live with, or are affected by type 1 diabetes. Meet the Thriveabetes Team of volunteers here.
Missed Thriveabetes 2026?
Catch up on highlights, speakers, photos and key takeaways from the day in our event summary and in the video below.
Meet Others with Diabetes
Meeting other people with diabetes can make diabetes feel less isolating. Find diabetes support groups, community links and ways to connect with others across Ireland right here at your fingertips (literally).
Insulin Pumps and CGMs
Some of the resources on this website include information on:
Photos above from Previous Thriveabetes Events. Photo credits: Damien Mangan, DPRM photography
Meet the Thriveabetes organisers
Thriveabetes is organised by volunteers who live with or are affected by Type 1 Diabetes. We come from across Ireland and are passionate about bring people with diabetes together in real life to share what we deal with every day.
Irish Diabetes education
‘The diabetic who knows the most lives the longest’ - Elliott Proctor Joslin
Structured Type 1 Diabetes education can make everyday diabetes management easier. Learn about available courses and supports in Ireland.
While attending the Abbott dX2025London event in October there was a really engaging and informative session titled Understanding Ketones facilitated by Kamil Armacy, Nerdabetic. This post is my reflection on this session.