Overcoming Diabetes One Day at a Time

We’re redefining what it means to live with diabetes, embracing wellness, education, and community so every person impacted by diabetes can DiaBeat the Odds.

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DiaBeating The Odds

DiaBeating the Odds is dedicated to empowering individuals and families impacted by diabetes in under-resourced communities to live healthy, confident lives by breaking down barriers to effective diabetes management and inspiring healthy habits that last a lifetime.

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What is Diabetes?

Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how the body uses glucose for energy. Although there is no cure, the right support can change lives.

DiaBeating the Odds provides education, advocacy, and resources that empower individuals and families to thrive. Every donation, volunteer, and partnership helps us break down barriers to care and create healthier communities.

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Shades of Blue Social Hour
@ the Mutali Diabetes Benefit Concert & Health Fair

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Saturday, Aug 08, 2026

5:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT

Rainbow Park Amphitheater

3181 Rainbow Drive

Decatur, GA 30034

PAST EVENTS

The Wellness Blueprint

SOB: Sweet Connections

Shades of Blue Social Hour

SOB: Pedals & Prosecco

SOB: DTO Anniversary

Finding Peace in Chronic Illness

Men's Wellness & Self-care Event

They say it takes a village, and we couldn’t agree more. 💙📚✏️🩺

To every volunteer who showed up, jumped in wherever needed, and gave your time, energy, and heart—THANK YOU!

Because of you, our 2nd Annual Health & Wellness Back-to-School Event was a success, and we were able to serve so many amazing families.

We appreciate each and every one of you. Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us make a difference. ❤️✨
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#VolunteerAppreciation #DiaBeatingTheOdds #CommunityImpact #BOAWFitness #BackToSchool

On behalf of DiaBeating The Odds and BOAW Fitness, thank you to every volunteer, donor, vendor, sponsor, community partner, and family who made our 2nd Annual Health & Wellness Back-to-School Event such a success.

Together, we served more than 140 families and over 400 people, providing backpacks, school supplies, immunizations, BTS health screenings, sports physicals, books, meals, wellness resources, and so much more to help families prepare for a successful school year.

A special thank you to the SCCPSS Department of Athletics, Groves High School, E93, and all of our incredible community partners for believing in this vision and helping bring it to life.

✨ Together we did this:
🏀 400+ people served
🎒 186 backpacks distributed
📚 50 additional school supply kits donated
🏥 76 sports physicals, immunizations, and EED screenings provided
🩺An engaging conversation on diabetes with Q&A
💙 Hundreds of books, meals, health resources, and wellness services shared

This event is only possible because of a community that continues to show up, give back, and serve with love. Thank you for believing in our mission and investing in Savannah’s families.

#SavannahGA #GardenCityGA #Community #BackToSchool #DiaBeatingTheOdds

✨ Speaker Spotlight: Analicia Patterson, MSN, FNP-C ✨

Diabetes is one of the fastest-growing chronic diseases in America. More than 38 million people are living with diabetes, nearly 98 million adults have prediabetes, and millions are living with diabetes without even knowing it. Black and Brown communities continue to be disproportionately impacted, making awareness, prevention, and early detection more important than ever.

That’s why conversations like this matter.

Join us during our Family Lunch & Learn for a casual yet impactful conversation on “Understanding Diabetes in Our Community.”

Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner Analicia Patterson of Shoreline Endocrinology, will help break down diabetes risk factors, prevention strategies, and the importance of early detection, while our Founder, Portia Benbow, will share her personal journey of living with Type 1 Diabetes, offering real-life perspective and encouragement to those on the same journey.

Whether you’re living with diabetes, caring for someone who is, or simply want to learn how to protect your health, this conversation is for you.

💙 Knowledge is power. Awareness saves lives.

🎒 Register today using the link in our bio!

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Can't have a great event without a fire DJ😮‍💨🎧🔥

Meet the official DJ for our 2nd Annual Health & Wellness Back-to-School Event! 🔥 @djejfranchise will have the vibes going all morning long😎 so pull up on us!

🎒 Haven’t registered yet? Secure your spot today—link in @diabeatingtheodds bio or below!

https://www.diabeatingtheodds.org/event-details/health-wellness-back-to-school-event-hosted-by-diabeating-the-odds-boaw-fitness-sccpss-dept-of-athletics-1

See you Saturday! Doors open at 9:15a!

#Families #Savannah #BackToSchool #Events #Diabetes

📚🎒 Have you registered yet? We hope you’ve already signed up for what’s going to be a fun, informative, and family-friendly day for the whole community! 💙 This event is INDOORS🤗

👈 Swipe left to see everything we have planned for this year’s 2nd Annual Health & Wellness Back-to-School Event!

📝 Register today by clicking the link in @diabeatingtheodds bio or using the link below:

https://www.diabeatingtheodds.org/event-details/health-wellness-back-to-school-event-hosted-by-diabeating-the-odds-boaw-fitness-sccpss-dept-of-athletics-1

⏰ Pre-registration closes THIS FRIDAY at 12:00 PM (Noon)! Don’t wait!

We can’t wait to see everyone this Saturday! 💙🎉

#BackToSchool #Savannah #Event #Community #SCCPSS Wellness, Youth, Family HealthEquity, DiaBeatingTheOdds

Know Your Numbers so you can Change Your Future.

Two Saturdays ago, during our 2nd Annual Men’s Wellness & Self-Care Event, 233 free health screenings were completed, including blood pressure, Hemoglobin A1C (diabetes), cholesterol, and prostate cancer screenings.

A heartfelt thank you to Grady Health System and Emory Healthcare for helping us expand access to health screenings that can lead to early detection and save lives.

Knowing your numbers is just the beginning though. Schedule the doctor's appointment🩺, meet with the nutritionist🥙🍓, take that 30 min walk 5 days a week🚶🏾‍♂️ ❤️

Healthy men make healthy families. Healthy families make healthy communities.
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#MensHealthMonth #DiaBeatingTheOdds #KnowYourNumbers #HealthEquity #Men

This Father’s Day, may we remind the men in our lives that their worth is not defined by their paycheck, their title, or what they provide for others.

That they don’t have to have all the answers. That asking for help is strength. That their value comes from who they are, not just what they do.

These are the messages we intentionally place throughout our Men’s Wellness & Self-Care Events because they reflect what so many men need to hear, not only from one another, but from all of us.

When we reinforce these truths, we give men permission to prioritize their health, ask for support, and show up fully for themselves and the people they love.

Healthy men make healthy families. Healthy families make healthy communities.

Happy Father’s Day to the fathers, father figures, and men who carry so much every day. 💙
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#HappyFathersDay from the DTO Family🌷

Over 120 men showed up last Saturday and chose themselves at the 2nd Annual Men's Wellness & Self-Care Event💙

Thank you to all of our community partners, volunteers, vendors, and supporters who helped make the day possible.

Now, let’s carry that same commitment to self-care, wellness, and brotherhood into this weekend and every weekend after.
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#DiaBeatingTheOdds #MensHealth #SelfCare #MensMentalHealthMonth #MensHealthMonth

This past Saturday was filled with so much love and intention💙

The 2nd Annual Men’s Wellness Event, hosted by DiaBeating The Odds in partnership with 100 Black Men of DeKalb County, was nothing short of incredible.

Over 120 men made the powerful decision to show up for themselves and prioritize their health, wellness, and self-care. From authentic conversations and health screenings to food, fellowship, pampering services, and community resources, this event reminded us that when men invest in their well-being, entire families and communities benefit.

To every man who attended: thank you for choosing YOU💙

A heartfelt thank you to our amazing volunteers, panelists, vendors, and community and corporate partners who made this event possible.

Special thanks to our community partners:
@gradyhealth @zeroprostatecancer @emoryhealthcare @charpour_events @elainesterlinginstitute and the @wadewalkery .

Thank you to our catering partner, Chef Frank Wells and the Redan High School Culinary Arts Program, for keeping us well-fed throughout the day.

And thank you to our incredible corporate partners, @radioonelife @majicatl , and @dexcom , for your continued support and commitment to advancing health equity in our communities.

Until next year guys💙

For updates on future events, please connect with us on social media☺️ #
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Too many of us know someone--a father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, or friend--living with diabetes.
And too often, folks don’t find out there’s a problem until they’re already dealing with health complications.

The truth is, diabetes affects the black community at a higher and more devastating rate, but catching it early can make all the difference.

That’s why we are encouraging every man to join us for our physical wellness conversation, "The Silent Assassin: Pre-Diabetes and Type 2 Diabetes", presented by @dexcom , at our Men’s Wellness & Self-Care Event on June 13th.

We’ll have a real conversation about the warning signs, risk factors, technology, and simple changes that can help protect your health.

And the best part? You can get screened FOR FREE right there at the event courtesy of @gradyhealth

Register today through the link in our bio and bring a brother, father, son, uncle, or friend with you.
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#Diabetes #DiaBeatingTheOdds #Men #Health #DiabetesAwareness MensHealthMonth

Living with diabetes impacts both the body and the mind, and yoga can support both. 🧘🏽‍♀️🧘💙

Yoga has been shown to help reduce stress, anxiety, and diabetes distress while also supporting physical health factors like blood glucose management, circulation, and overall mobility. It’s a gentle but powerful way to reconnect your mind and body.

It’s not about flexibility or perfection. It's about slowing down, breathing, and giving your body space to reset which is critical when you are making hundreds of diabetes-related decisions a day.

Even a few minutes can make a difference.
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People living with diabetes are 2–3x more likely to experience depression and diabetes distress. 💙

Journaling can be a powerful coping tool. It's your own personal space to release emotions, process feelings, and get things out of your head. ✍🏽💭🧠💆🏼‍♀️

Write, draw, color, use stickers, markers or whatever feels good to you. You can keep it private or share parts with others if you want. There’s no right or wrong way to journal because it’s YOUR safe space.
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#MentalWellness #MentalHealth #Journaling #DiaBeatingTheOdds SelfCare Diabetes

Two Saturdays ago, we hosted our 2nd Annual Finding Peace & Chronic Illness event, and what an incredibly impactful day it was. 💙✨

But don’t just take our word for it. Hear from some of our guests about what this event meant to them.💚💙🩵

One of the biggest reminders from the day is how powerful community truly is when living with diabetes or other chronic illness. Having spaces where you are seen, heard, and supported makes all the difference.

As such we are excited to launch the DTO Community GroupMe as a way to keep that connection going beyond our events--a space to stay updated, share resources, and continue building community. Whether you’re living with T1D, T2D, a caregiver, or part of the broader community, there’s a place for you here.

Send us a DM or comment below if you’d like to join the DTO Community GroupMe! 📲

#DiaBeatingTheOdds #Diabetes #T1D #T2D #ChronicIllness Community

Happy Mother's Day to all the Suga Mamas out there from DiaBeating The Odds💙🩵🫂.
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#SuperWoman #SheRoes #SugaMama #Diabetes #DiaBeatingTheOdds

Last Saturday, we kicked off #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth with our 2nd Annual Finding Peace in Chronic Illness event 💚 It was a space filled vulnerability and love🫂.

Whether living with diabetes, lupus, menopause, infertility, celiac disease, arthritis, or another chronic condition, we were reminded that so many of us share similar emotional and mental challenges with a deep need for support and community.

We talked about hyper-independence, the fear of feeling like a burden, what genuine support looks like, how the people who love us can be more involved, ways to reframe negative thoughts, and so much more. We shared personal testimonies, exchanged best practices, and most importantly, created a space where people felt seen and valued.

A special thank you to every guest who showed up willing to openly share their experiences, whether navigating a chronic condition themselves or supporting someone as a caregiver. Your honesty made the space so impactful ❤️

Thank you to every volunteer that spent their Saturday with us, and special thank you to the Villages at Carver Family YMCA for welcoming us into your space. 💚

Until next time, keep DiaBeating The Odds💙

🎥 @smooviestar
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#DiaBeatingTheOdds #Diabetes #ChronicIllness #MentalHealth Community

Is somebody cutting onions in here...😭👏

"I'm in the gym.. I see the shots, like literally and figuratively."

One of the most emotional moments from Finding Peace in Chronic Illness came when Kenneth shared what it’s been like supporting Portia through her diabetes journey. He explains the joys of watching her go from being hyper-independent to allowing herself to be vulnerable, supported, and fully seen by him and others.

It was a reminder of how important it is to have people in our lives who make us feel safe enough to ask for help and not carry everything alone. 💚

#DiaBeatingTheOdds #MentalHealth #T1DSpouses #T1D #Diabetes

💚Saturday felt like one big warm hug🫂

💚 It felt like family.
💚 It felt like a soft landing space.
💚 It felt like hope and connection.
💚 It felt like a space to cry and a space to laugh.
💚 It felt like a judgement-free zone.
💚 It felt like community….and that’s exactly what we all needed.

💚 Happy Mental Health Awareness Month💚
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#FindingPeaceInChronicIllness #ChronicIllness #DiaBeatingTheOdds #Community #Yoga

Finding Peace in Chronic Illness isn’t just an event, it’s a space to be understood and to connect with people who get it. It's also a space with good eats, good people, and good vibes🥰

If you’ve already signed up, we can’t wait to be in the room with you.

If you’ve been thinking about it… this is your sign✅

🗓 Saturday, May 2
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 The Villages at Carver Family YMCA

Spots are limited. Come as you are and enjoy the vibes💚💙

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Living with a chronic illness looks different for everyone, but we all deserve space to breathe, connect, and feel supported....to be around others that get it🫶

Join us for our 2nd Annual Finding Peace in a Chronic Illness 💙 A Sip, Stretch, & Share Experience ✨ on Saturday, May 2nd from 10a-12:30p.

Whether you live with diabetes or another chronic illness, this a space to show up as you are, be in community, and take a moment for yourself.

🧘🏽‍♀️🧘🏼‍♂️Yoga 📝Journaling❤️Conversation 🌎Community

🔗 RSVP: www.diabeatingtheodds.org or using the link in our bio. Spots are limited

#DiaBeatingTheOdds #ChronicIllness #Diabetes #Community #MentalHealthAwareness Wellness Support

As we close out Women’s History Month, we’re leaving you with one powerful question…

What’s one thing you would tell a woman living with diabetes? 💙

Drop it in the comments—your words could be exactly what someone else needs to hear today.

Full episode on YouTube.

#SweetTeaDialogues #WomensHistoryMonth #DiaBeatingTheOdds #Diabetes #Womanhood Community

#TBT Just a little look back at the vibes + our cutest moments from Pedals and Prosecco💕🚲🥂

Good energy, good people, and a little bubbly to top it off. If you were there, you already know. If you weren’t… we hope to see you soon☺️

Don’t forget to RSVP for May 2nd — Finding Peace in Chronic Illness. Link in bio!
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Managing diabetes can feel isolating—but community changes everything 💙

This past weekend at Pedals & Prosecco was a reminder that connection, shared experiences, and sisterhood truly matter—especially during Women’s History Month.

You don’t have to navigate this journey by yourself.

Join us May 2nd for Finding Peace in a Chronic Illness ✨
Open to anyone living with diabetes or another chronic illness.

Registration is open now! www.diabeatingtheodds.org.

#DiaBeatingTheOdds #Diabetes #WomensHistoryMonth #Community #Wellness

Shades of Blue: Pedals & Prosecco was more than just a vibe 💕🚲🥂It was a reminder of the power of community💙

There’s something special about women coming together to move and connect--and during Women’s History Month, it felt even more meaningful to create space for that.

Kelsey and Destiny were phenomenal instructors and both classes were fire🔥🚲🥳

S/o to @chef_chrissy for the beautiful brunch spread, and to @funsize_kelz and @drenchedcyclestudio for the incredible hospitality.

To everyone who showed up and spent your Saturday morning with us—thank you for being part of this community! Please tag anyone we missed🫶

If you enjoyed this event or wanted to be there, it's ok!
Join us Saturday, May 2nd for our 2nd Annual Finding Peace in a Chronic Illness—a Sip, Stretch & Share experience🧘🏽‍♀️🧘🏽‍♂️🥂💙

Movement is essential for a healthy lifestyle! Come join us!

For event updates, please visit www.diabeatingtheodds.org

DiaBeatingTheOdds #Wellness #diabetesawareness #diabetes #Community

One day. Two life-changing moments.

The intersection of womanhood and diabetes is so real.....and sometimes it hits all at once😩.

Keneya shares her story of being diagnosed with diabetes the same day she started her cycle… a moment that changed everything.

Because for so many women, it’s not just one thing—it’s hormones, emotions, and health all colliding at the same time.

Check out this real and hilarious conversation on our YouTube channel!

#SweetTeaDialogues #Hormones #DiaBeatingTheOdds #Diabetes #Women

Women...Your body goes through a lot! Cycles, stress, pregnancy, menopause…😩😅

And through it all, your hormones are constantly shifting.

Those shifts can impact insulin, blood sugar, and your risk for diabetes.

The more you understand what’s happening inside your body, the better you can show up for it. 💙

#DiaBeatingTheOdds #Diabetes #WomensHistoryMonth #Hormones #Pregnancy Women Wellness Pregnancy

You don’t have to be good at spin — you just have to move. 🚲💕

Movement helps lower blood sugar, improves insulin sensitivity, and supports overall health. Even short bursts of activity can make a real difference.

Join us for Shades of Blue: Pedals & Prosecco 🚲💕🥂on March 21 — a beginner-friendly ride focused on movement, community, and diabetes awareness.

No pressure. No experience needed. Just show up and ride. 💙

The 9:45a class is full but the waitlist is open and will feed into the 10:45 class!
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We collaborate with a diverse range of organizations, individuals, and communities to advance our mission of improving diabetes care in underserved areas. Together with our partners, we are committed to breaking down barriers to effective diabetes management.

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