Diabetes Self-Management Program
Obesity has dominated news headlines as one of the biggest killers in America. But, it's actually obesity's side effects that have such deadly consequences, putting you at greater risk for developing diabetes, or diabesity.
Services
Individual assessments
Group education sessions
Support group
Individualized nutritional counseling
Treatment plan collaboration and follow-up with participant and physician
Gestational diabetes education
Education Team
Individual Assessments
Physician referral is necessary
Assessment of the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully manage diabetes is made during an individual session
An individual educational plan is then developed for implementation during the series of group classes
Group Education Sessions
Physician referral is necessary
Diabetes Education Topics
Understanding diabetes
Blood glucose monitoring skills
Insulin injection technique
Sick day guidelines
Meal planning and eating out guidelines
Exercise benefits
Complications prevention
Foot, skin, and dental care guidelines
Impact of nutrition, exercise, and medication on blood glucose levels
Safe traveling guidelines
Coping skills
Family's role in managing the disease
Insulin pump therapy
Diabetes Support Group
A free support group that offers community members with diabetes, and their friends and family, an opportunity to learn more about managing diabetes
The one-hour format allows participants time to share their problems, questions and coping techniques
Held once a month
The Diabetes Self-Management Education Program has been awarded Education Recognition by the American Diabetes Association and may be reimbursable by Medicare and other insurance payors.
Diabetes Info. Exchange
