Fareham Community Action

Diabetes Support Groups

Diabetes is a condition which affects at least one and a half million people in UK.  It may be shown by a high blood sugar level and, if not managed properly, can lead to serious medical conditions including blindness.  However, diagnosed early and with proper treatment, there is no reason why someone with diabetes cannot lead a normal, full and rewarding life.  We find it helps to share our concerns, our problems and successes.

Fareham Diabetes Support Group

The group meets on the first Thursday evening of each month (not August) at 7.30pm in the Hall at Holy Trinity Church, West Street. Parking is at the rear at the end of Western Road.

Contact:  Raymond Hale, tel. 01329 664722

Portchester Diabetes Support Group

A group meets in Portchester Methodist Church Hall on the first Monday of each month at 10.00am.

Diabetes Shop in West Street, Fareham

The Solent Diabetes Association has a diabetes charity shop at 178B West Street in Fareham.  The shop provides diabetes information and has a wide range of donated items on sale at bargain prices.  All proceeds go to supporting the local diabetes community.  Donations of clothing, toys, games, books, CDs, DVDs, collectibles, household and small electrical goods are invited, including rags!  Volunteers to help in the shop are always made welcome.  Shop tel: 01329 827314.  We are open from 9.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Saturday.

There is a lot of good information on the  Diabetes UK website