Diabetes Self-Management Program

Control your diabetes For Life.

  
Features

The Diabetes Self-Management program is an ADA-recognized comprehensive program taught by Certified Diabetes Educators (CDE) with an emphasis on providing the knowledge and skills necessary for people to manage their diabetes.

The program includes ten hours of group classes and three individualized visits with a CDE to assess your individual self-care needs and to support your efforts in meeting your personal goals for self-care and diabetes control.

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Benefits

The Diabetes Control and Complication Trial has demonstrated that optimal diabetes control is effective in delaying the onset and slowing the progression of major diabetic complications.

Education in managing your diabetes is a proven benefit in achieving control. This program is appropriate for those newly diagnosed with diabetes or those in need of a “refresher” course who want to take charge of their diabetes. Support persons are encouraged to attend.

  
Program Details

The program is presented by Registered Dietitians and Registered Nurses who are Certified Diabetes Educators specifically trained in diabetes and prepared to work with needs specific to the person with diabetes. The program supports the care provided by your Primary Care provider, it is not a substitute.

Pre and Post program appointments are scheduled individually.

The cost of the program is covered by Medicare and most major insurance plans.

The program is offered monthly at various times and locations throughout a five county area. Call for a listing. For information on how to register call, (518) 926-2613.