At two-and-half years-of-age, Jordan was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes.

To stay alive, she must have four injections of insulin a day to maintain her glucose levels.

Mum, Amy, must test Jordan’s blood up to six times a day to monitor changes in her glucose levels. So a constant eye is kept on Jordan.

If she exerts herself too much during the day it can affect her glucose levels, which also happens if she doesn’t eat every two hours.

This, in addition to the everyday life of raising a three-year-old, would be a challenging task for any parent. Amy says, while it is tough, organisation is the key.

“You have always got to be on your toes, but having a routine makes things easier to manage,” Amy said. “Jordan knows what is going on and being so young, she will grow up with it and not know differently.”

To make life a little easier for the keen rugby league supporter, her family, with the support of the community, is raising money to purchase an automatic insulin pump.

The main fundraiser will be a Moonlight Masquerade Ball to be held this Saturday night at Macksville Ex-Services Club.

The insulin pump, valued at $8000, is a small computerised device programmed to give small doses of insulin continuously throughout the day and night.

The pump means Jordon and her mum can enjoy a relatively normal daily routine without the

disruption of periodic injections. It also means Jordan can enjoy more flexibility with meal times and daily exercise.

A silent auction will also be held on the night. Items for auction include sports memorabilia, food hampers, gift vouchers and more. Local businesses are invited to donate goods for the cause.

Starting at 7pm, the ball is hosted by Sharon Noble and the Macksville Ex-Services Club.

Dress is semi-formal, no denim. Funds from the night will also go to Diabetes Australia.