The work of a Highland voluntary group has been recognised with a national award from charity Diabetes Scotland.
Highland Youngsters With Diabetes, who have been supporting children with type one diabetes and their families for 22 years, was presented with the Local Group and Communities Award at the annual Inspire Awards.
Based in Inverness, the reach of the Highland Youngsters With Diabetes includes supporting families in Skye, Fort William, and Caithness.
The group organises events throughout the year to bring families living with diabetes together including a visit to the pantomime at Christmas, Blair Drummond Safari Park, Crazy Golf, group parties and a summer camping trip.
The group is self-funded and organises events throughout the year to help run events and ensure as many people as possible have the opportunity to participate.
Chairwoman Sarah Maclean said: “We aim to organise activities that the family as a whole can enjoy. To have this recognised is such a humbling feeling.”
Mrs Maclean joined the group five years ago when her son, Seumus, was diagnosed with type one diabetes shortly after his first birthday. She joined the committee and stepped up to become chairwoman in March this year.
Mrs Maclean added: “To families in the Highlands who have just received a type one diagnosis for their little one; it is so overwhelming.
“In the days, weeks and months following that day, everything changes. So many new things must suddenly be considered, new information must be learned, and new routines started.
“But if and when you need some friendly support, the Highland Youngsters With Diabetes group will be there for you. ”
