TranslateLiving with Diabetes
You can control your diabetes and make a difference in your health. Living with Diabetes education program teaches:
- The basics of diabetes care
- How to eat and exercise to keep blood sugar and blood pressure under control
- How to prevent diabetes complications
The program includes a one hour personal visit with a diabetes educator, four 2.5 hour classes and a follow-up refresher class.
Living with diabetes uses a peer-led group format to promote physical activity and healthful eating practices, using culturally relevant materials and measures.
Accepted to the Portfolio: December 2014
Target Outcomes
Short Term Outcomes
- Increased healthy behaviors
- Increased access to supportive resources
- Increased self-efficacy
Long Term Outcomes
- Reduction in diabetes-related health problems
Target Population
Demographics
- Transitional Age Youth (16 - 24)
- Adult (25 - 60)
- Older Adult (60+)
Service Area
- Southwest (District 2)
- Central (District 3)
- Northwest (District 5)
Information
Program Funders
- Fee Based
Program Implementers
The following organizations implement this program locally:
