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DIABETES EDUCATION
The Diabetes Center provides group education for diabetes management. Whether you are newly diagnosed, or have had diabetes for some time, you can benefit from the information, which includes specific skills and behaviors to reduce the risk of complications. Classes are open to people with diabetes and a support person.
Physician referral required. Call 203 694 5425 for information on cost/insurance coverage.
Class One - -"Getting Started" (3 hrs)
Diabetes Overview
- What is Diabetes?
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Meter Training
Nutrition Guidelines
- Healthy Food Choices
- Introduction to Carbohydrate Counting
- Heart Healthy Choices
- How to Keep a Food Journal
Activity Guidelines
- Activity Pyramid
- Aerobic vs. Resistant Exercise
Class Two - - "Moving Towards Better Control" (3 hrs)
Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Review of 7-day blood sugar logs
- Risk Reduction
- Personal Risk Assessment
Risk Stratification
- Long Term Complications
- Lifestyle Plan for Change
Medications
- Understanding diabetes medications
Special Situations
- Stress Management
- Sick Day Guidelines
- Hypoglycemia
- Problem Solving
Nutrition
- Review of Food Journals
- Meal Planning with the Food Groups: Reading Food Labels
- Dining Out Guidelines
- Putting It All Together
- Introduction To Weight Management
"Stepping it Up" An Action Plan for a Healthier Lifestyle
This six-session program will focus on steps you can take to reduce your risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. The focus will be healthy eating, exercise and stress management. When you take steps to prevent diabetes, you will also lower your risk for heart attack and stroke.
