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Do you have diabetes and want help managing it?

Diabetes PATH is a 6-week workshop that will provide you with skills and tools to better manage living with diabetes.

Diabetes PATH was originally developed at Stanford University under the program name: Diabetes Self-Management Program.

What it is:

  • 6 weekly sessions (2 to 2 ½ hours each)
  • Fun, interactive, small group workshop
  • Led by certified leaders
  • No cost to participate
  • You will get a free book and program materials

Learn how to:

  • Monitor and balance blood sugar levels
  • Manage symptoms
  • Eat healthy with diabetes
  • Improve communication skills
  • Increase physical activity
  • Keep personal action plans – and more

Benefits to participating:

  • Increased connection to others
  • More confidence in taking care of your health
  • Improve your overall health and increase your energy

This workshop is for:

  • Adults living with diabetes
  • Caregivers and family members

What Participants are Saying:

“This class helped me learn how to manage my diet and how to set goals. The leaders worked very hard and were great! I will recommend this class to anyone newly diagnosed with diabetes. Thank you!”

 

“I think these workshops are necessary, I gained valuable tips and now my mom has signed up. Being virtual makes it accessible to those who couldn’t attend otherwise.”