Diabetes Partnership to dissolve – Cleveland Jewish News

The Diabetes Partnerships board of directors voted to dissolve the organization April 5, and began efforts to launch two groups to operate Camp Ho Mita Koda, the annual diabetes summer camp for children, and community programs that distribute insulin and ongoing diabetes self-management education.

Members of the board cited changes in the national healthcare landscape, the evolving needs of people with diabetes and the costs of owning and operating the camp in Newbury, according to a news release.

In effect, were going out of business, said William Murman, board chairman, in the release. Its a sad day for all of us who have dedicated our time and talents to this cause. But we know that in this case, the most difficult step can be the right step in finding a better way forward.

Two separate meetings are scheduled, one for those interested in saving and operating the summer programs at Camp Ho Mita Koda, and one for those interested in saving and operating the community programs. The meeting for the camp will be at 7 p.m. April 24 at Camp Ho Mita Koda, 14040 Auburn Road in Newbury. The meeting for the community programs will be at 7 p.m. April 18 at the Diabetes Partnership office, 3601 S. Green Road.

Anyone with questions about the programs or summer camp can call Tom Bennett, executive director of the Diabetes Partnership, at 216-591-0800 or email tbennett@diabetespartnership.org.

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