Hi Guys
I have been a member of this group for a little over 6 months, and I have noticed that often there come in new members, they shout out for help, many respond to it, and- nothing happens.
Don't get me wrong, I really understand if you don't want that contact, but it is also somehow sad…
I have responded to multiple people asking for help, wanting to meet diabetics their age, and hardly ever got a question. I do have enough friends, but it is somehow discouraging, if every time somebody wants help, I offer it but it is not taken. I'm sure it has happened to some of you too. Because then I ask myself if I should really take my time and respond to another shout-out, if I already know that there will be no response.
Do you get my point? Sorry, English is not my native tongue.
Has anybody an idea how we could improve this situation, is there even a need to improve it or is everyone OK with it the way it is now?
I imagine kind of a databank of teens willing to share and get in touch, so that not everyone who joins has to start a new shout-out.
Any inputs would be cool, to get some new dynamics into that group...
Take care everyone
SC
I noticed the same thing too. That sounds like a great idea. I don't really have any problems myself that I need help with, but I would be willing to help out anyone who has questions that I might be able to answer.
same here…
i am perfectly fine if they dont need my help, but its not fair for others who need help if everyone crying out for help doesnt use the opportunities later…
ill see what i can do
i also noticed it, grea point!
A CLOSED Facebook group would be nice idea!
Good idea!
I will mention that to Emily.
However, there must be a possibility that protects our privacy, bc TuD is a place where we can ask for help anonymously. But an additional Group on FB would be cool:)
Hey guys
I got busy…
So I'm just asking again if anyone else is interested in a Teenager-Careteam, that we can refer to if anyone wants to talk or needs help.
Sure!
We can create a private group on TuDiabetes for this purpose, and designate a person (swiss?) to moderate membership. That would mean that people have to ask to join, and you can accept or decline them. Do you guys think that would fit the bill?
Forgot to mention: people who are not members of a closed group can see that it exists, but can not see the posts within it.
Sounds awesome!!! :)