Wayne HealthCare Greenville, OH 45331 Diabetes Education Programs (937) 547-5750 Corporate Wellness (937) 547-7409 Diabetes Education Programs A resource guide to help individuals manage diabetes.
What is diabetes? Diabetes is a disorder that affects how the carbohydrates that we eat are metabolized, resulting in blood sugar levels that are higher than normal. It is important that diabetes be diagnosed and treated because elevated blood sugar levels can damage vital organs like the heart, kidneys, eyes, nerves, and blood vessels. Once you have diabetes, it will not go away; however, you can control it through education and lifestyle changes. The American Diabetes Association recommends that individuals with diabetes maintain good blood glucose control to prevent or lessen the effects of long-term complications. It is up to you to control your diabetes by eating right, exercising, and losing excess body weight. You may also need to take medication prescribed by your physician. Group Lifestyle Balance Wayne HealthCare Venice Ricker Administrative Board Room, 1st Floor Meets at 4:00pm Making the Healthy Choice an Easy Choice The "Lifestyle Balance" program can help individuals reach and maintain a healthier lifestyle by making changes in eating, physical activity, and behavior. Your instructors will provide support, accountability, and food and exercise log assessments and recommendations to help you succeed. Group Lifestyle Balance Goals - Lose 7% of weight through lifestyle changes - Increase physical activity to a minimum of 150 minutes a week Classes Will Meet on Tuesdays - 4:15pm to 5:15 pm Wayne HealthCare Venice Ricker Administrative Board Room. Participants weigh-in privately 15 minutes before class. Participants Receive Pedometer - Calorie King Book - Exercise Band Food and Exercise Trackers - Educational Materials Food and Exercise Assessment and Recommendations Cost: $250 / year - (less than $10 per class) Group Lifestyle Balance classes allow participants to develop new healthy habits slowly over the course of a year that are attainable and sustainable for long-term success. Call or email Karen Droesch to sign up (937) 547-5750 or karen.droesch@waynehealthcare.org Group Lifestyle Balance Program
Healthy Moments/Diabetes Day Diabetes Day Wayne HealthCare - 3rd Floor Conference Room #2 To RSVP, contact (937) 547-5750 or karen.droesch@waynehealthcare.org Diabetes Day April 6, 6:00-8:00pm Free Program Matthew Painting, D.P.M Western Ohio Podiatric Medical Center "Diabetes and Your Feet" Karen Droesch RD,LD,CDE Diabetes Educator at Wayne HealthCare The Basics of Meal Planning Healthy Moments Wayne HealthCare - 3rd Floor Conference Room Meal and presentation are free Third Tuesday of the month January 17 February 7, 14, 21, 28 March 21 April 18 July 18 August 15 September 19 October 17 Wayne HealthCare Diabetes Education Wayne HealthCare Diabetes Education offers a variety of programs to meet the unique, personal needs of each individual with diabetes. The programs are for individuals with diabetes who want to deepen their understanding of the disease and learn everyday strategies to help them enjoy a healthier lifestyle. Whether you have had diabetes for some time or are newly diagnosed, our programs offer you and your family the knowledge and skills to live successfully with diabetes. Every person with diabetes is different, which is why Wayne HealthCare has developed a wide array of educational opportunities. Wayne HealthCare Diabetes Education programs teach individuals to make informed choices and effective ways to improve their health. Through these programs, individuals with diabetes learn to make the most of day-to-day decisions utilizing the training and information they receive to feel confident in managing diabetes in their own lives. To enroll in the Wayne HealthCare Diabetes Education Program, your physician must fill out a referral form. Please talk to your family physician about a referral, or if you need assistance, a Wayne HealthCare Certified Diabetes Educator can contact your physician on your behalf to obtain the necessary referral form. A referral is not required for the free diabetes wellness programs. May 16 June 20 November 21 December 19 The Wayne HealthCare Diabetes Education Program is an American Association of Diabetes Educators Accredited Program. To RSVP contact Jordan Francis 937.547.7409 or Jordan.Francis@waynehealthcare.org This event is sponsored by the Wayne HealthCare Foundation.
Diabetic Group Classes Group classes are offered in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. The classes offer participants a chance to interact and share experiences, while still offering the ability to work with your educator on an individual basis. Group classes help individuals with diabetes learn more about: 1) How to manage their diabetes 2) How to plan meals to improve blood glucose control 3) Blood glucose monitoring and using the results 4) Starting an exercise program 5) Making lifestyle changes to improve health 6) How to cope with diabetes Classes are held each month. To accommodate your schedule, you can attend a morning, afternoon, or evening class. Individual Session with a Certified Diabetes Educator You can meet privately with a Certified Diabetes Educator to learn more about using your meter, diabetes, diabetic medications, drawing up and administering insulin, complications, and controlling your disease. Individual Session with a Registered Dietitian One of the most popular questions asked by individuals with diabetes is, "What can I eat?" A dietitian can show you how, by planning and moderation, you can eat just about anything you d like. In this program, also known as medical nutrition therapy, a dietitian specializing in diabetic meal planning will help you to develop food strategies that best fit your lifestyle. Pre-Diabetic Group Classes Wayne HealthCare - 3rd Floor Conference Room #2 Pre-registration required. Class dates are subject to change. January 19 Thursday March 20 Monday May 17 Wednesday July 20 Thursday September 25 Monday November 2 Thursday Cost to attend is $10 per class Please call (937) 547-5750 to register Pre-Diabetic Group Classes
Diabetic Group Classes Diabetic Group Classes Wayne HealthCare - 4th Floor, Room 405 Pre-registration required. Class dates are subject to change. January Series Jan 9, Jan 17, Jan 23, Jan 30 February Series Feb 6, Feb 13, Feb 21, Feb 27 March Series Mar 8, Mar 15, Mar 22, Mar29 April Series Apr 3, Apr 10, Apr 18, Apr 25 May Series May 1, May 8, May 15, May 22 June Series June 5, June 12, June 19, June 26 July Series July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31 August Series Aug 7, Aug 9, Aug 14, Aug 16 September Series Sept 6, Sept 13, Sept 20, Sept 27 October Series Oct 2, Oct 9, Oct 16, Oct 23 November Series Nov 6, Nov 13, Nov 20, Nov 28 6:00pm-8:00pm 6:00pm-8:00pm Insurance may cover the cost of the class. To find out if you are covered or for out-of-pocket pricing call (937) 547-5750. Free Monthly Diabetes Education Programs What are the benefits of educational programs? Studies show that people who are involved in a support group experience greater success than those who do it alone. Not only will you be encouraged by others, but you will have an opportunity to learn about issues that affect people with diabetes. A Certified Diabetes Educator leads the monthly program. Topics range from self-care and improving blood glucose to healthy eating. Pre-Diabetes Education Pre-Diabetes Education is provided to lower an individual s risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Individuals will learn about risk factors for developing diabetes, and labs for pre-diabetes/ diabetes. Individuals will be taught lifestyle factors to help improve blood sugar control which consists of eating healthy and increasing physical activity. Pre-Diabetes Education is available as individual sessions and group classes. Community Programs Our community programs include health fairs, educational presentations, guest speakers and Diabetes Day. For more information about the Diabetes Education Program, please visit: www.waynehealthcare.org
Free Diabetes Wellness Programs Wayne HealthCare - 3rd Floor Conference Room 2nd Tuesday of the month. OSU Learning Center 603 Wagner Avenue Cost to attend is $25 for the series. Please call 937-548-5215 to register Free Diabetes Wellness Programs January 10 A New You: Keeping Healthy New Year s Resolutions February 7 (First Tuesday) Hypoglycemia and Hyperglycemia March 14 An Overview of Diabetes Medications April 11 Diabetes 101: Living Healthy with Diabetes May 9 Am I Eating the Correct Portion? June 13 Exercise: What Does it do for Blood Sugar? 6:00pm-7:00pm July 11 What to do with the Numbers- an Action Plan August 8 Diabetes and Your Eyes September 12 Stress Management October 10 Understanding Fats and Sodium May Series May 8, May 15, May 22 5:30pm-7:30pm Dining with Diabetes A cooking school program for people with diabetes and their families. The Dining with Diabetes is provided through collaboration with Wayne HealthCare and the Ohio State University Extension. This is a program designed for people with diabetes and their family members. The program includes learning, demonstrations and tasting of healthy foods, plus exercise instructions. Dining with Diabetes teaches participants ways to reduce sugar, salt and fat in foods, without giving up good taste. Diabetes Wellness Programs November 14 6:00pm-7:00pm National Diabetes Month Program- Eating Out December 12 Holiday Eating Please call (937) 547-5750 if you have questions regarding a program.