STIX Diabetes Programs is dedicated to enhancing the lives of those affected by diabetes through programs that empower, educate, uplift, and promote community.
We Serve with Integrity & Transparency
We are Dependable
We Think Big
We Empower the Whole Family through Support / Tradition / Information / X-citement
We Foster and Protect The STIX Community.
We Share Our Experiences, Strengths, and Hopes.
Those who are a part of STIX Diabetes Programs care deeply about the impact of a chronic disease like diabetes on a child's psyche. They also understand the power of education and community to empower them to rise above their illness and achieve their full potential in life. Our VOLUNTEERS work tirelessly to ensure that each child and family we serve can realize THE STIX WAY. We also care about each other deeply and understand that our volunteers are the lifeblood of our organization. We respect boundaries and encourage self-care and rejuvenation so that our team can serve the needs of children and families with diabetes for countless years to come.
When a child is diagnosed with diabetes, the entire family is impacted. STIX diabetes programs offer hope. We believe that The STIX Way provides the foundation and support for those living with diabetes to live life to the fullest, empowered & equipped to control their disease instead of their disease controlling them. The STIX Way's core is to embrace community support and participate in supporting others.
We serve the families of children (toddlers through young adults) affected by diabetes in Spokane WA. and the surrounding area. Our primary focus is on education and community-building through our unparalleled summer camp experience. Additionally, we know families need support. We strive to provide community outreach to combat the child's isolation and the accompanying impacts on the family. We reach this group through strategic relationships with local hospitals and medical providers. We also strive to tell a compelling story on social media platforms to raise awareness among those who need support and those who can offer help.
The STIX Diabetes Programs intended outcome is that those we serve and those who serve with us have a life-changing experience. We aim to empower children and eradicate disease-related fear. We aspire to train volunteers who gain confidence in their skills. We desire to serve EVERY child and their family in our area affected with diabetes regardless of their background, situation, or ability to pay. THREE key metrics matter to us. 1) The ratio of campers in our summer programs compared to our area’s new pediatric patients with diabetes. 2) The retention of campers and volunteers who participate in our summer programs from year to year. 3) The ratio of campers who participate in leadership roles compared to the total number of campers.
We strive to be the model for Diabetes programs offering summer camps and community outreach throughout the nation.
STIX pursues early connection after diagnosis:
We strive to make contact as soon as possible to be a support to families with newly diagnosed children. “They don’t know what they don't know.”
STIX provides an opportunity to make friends and eliminate isolation.
STIX foster growth and resilience through:
Leadership skills training: mentor/mentee relationships, Junior Counselor/Counselor relationships, & ongoing leadership roles.
Positive feedback & education from Medical Providers
Young adults with diabetes who live life to the fullest, empowered and equipped to take control of their disease instead of their disease controlling them.
Young adults who embrace community as a support and participate in supporting others.
