Type 1 Diabetes Support Group “Chiricahua Chihuahuas”

The Type 1 Diabetes Support Group, aka Chiricahua Chihuahuas, was started in March 2012. When I started working for CCHCI in 2010, it was very apparent that most of the children and their families living in Cochise County were not tied to the support systems and opportunities that exist for children living in larger cities. Now after 3 years, we have over 25 members who meet every 3 months to support each other and learn more about adapting to the challenges of living with this chronic illness. We also participate in local and national efforts to help raise funding and awareness as we get closer to finding a cure! – Darlene Melk

The Chiricahua Chihuahua's primary goal is to lessen the burden on children and their families, living with type 1 diabetes by providing support and education. Our group of children from Cochise County (not necessarily Chiricahua patients) diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, and their families are invited to get together quarterly for a social event. These events are usually held either in Douglas or Sierra Vista.

For More Information:

Call 520-364-5437

Or Email Darlene Melk

For More Information On Type 1 Diabetes or the annual Kids Walk to Cure Diabetes please visit :

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation(JDRF)