Reality Check

Description:

Reality Check is a message board designed to provide an opportunity for people with Type 1 diabetes to share experiences. Visitors can view the forum but need to register to participate. The forum is provided by an Australian network of volunteers with Type 1 diabetes. It includes a ‘Main Forum', a ‘Solid Gold' section with discussion threads relating to common concerns and a ‘Meet' section to facilitate real-life meetings between members. You can download a mobile version on the site to access the forum using your mobile phone.

Service URL:

http://www.realitycheck.org.au/RCforum/

Agency Responsible:

Type 1 Diabetes Network Inc: NGO. Australian network run by a team of volunteers with Type 1 Diabetes

Details

Format:

Bulletin Board.

Size Of Membership:

2,581 (on 16 Oct 2012)

Start Date:

1999

Moderation Status:

Moderated.

Moderation Type:

Consumer/Carer. Volunteers with Type 1 Diabetes

Associated Website Intervention:

http://www.d1.org.au/. Website has a range of information relating to Type 1 Diabetes, including a 'Starter Kit' for adults with Type 1 diabetes.

Accreditation Status:

Accredited. Health on the Net accredited

Funding Source:

Donations/Philanthropic. The network also received a government grant in 2003-04

Target Audience

Primary Category:

Diabetes. Type 1 diabetes

Primary Target Audience:

Adult.

Secondary Target Audience:

Consumer.

Language:

English.

Access

Registration Requirement:

Open to view, but registration to participate.

Fee:

Free.

Contact Details:

help@realitycheck.org.au

Research evidence

Research Trials:

0

Outcome Summary:

No research evidence relating to the internet support group is currently available.