Life with Diabetes

Learn how to live well with diabetes!

When and where

The Life with Diabetes program from the American Diabetes Association can help you learn to successfully manage your condition

The first class will be held on Tuesday April 14th, 2:30pm- 3:30pm (Eastern Time)

Then the second and fourth Tuesday 2:30-3:30pm

Prizes will be awarded to those that complete the program

Description

Courses are a series of 16 topics which you can start at any time:

What is diabetes?
Learning to live with diabetes
Basic meal planning
Planning meals and carb counting
Physical activity
Changing behavior
Oral medications
All about insulin
Monitoring blood glucose
Managing blood glucose
Stress and coping
Personal health habits
Long term complications
Stocking the pantry
Food and weight
Putting the pieces together

How to sign up

Call the clinic at (248) 309-3752 to sign up

Cost

The program is free for clinic patients. For community members, a donation is suggested of $30 for 16 weeks or $5 per meeting (tax deductible). Community scholarships are available. Healthy snacks and drinks will be provided.

Prizes and incentives will be given for program participation - call for details.

Materials and content are created by the American Diabetic Association