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Diabetes Basics

This program is for any person with type 2 diabetes – recently diagnosed, new to diabetes self-management or seeking comprehensive education after years of living with diabetes.

Certified diabetes educators help you understand the basics of controlling your blood glucose levels through good nutrition, moderate activity and blood glucose monitoring.

Other topics covered in the classes include meal planning, exercise, diabetes medications, managing blood glucose levels, preventing complications from diabetes, heart health, stress management and overall wellness.

The class meets for four sessions scheduled over a four- to five-month period.

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