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Diabetes Prevention and Care

Education and Support 2018

REGISTRATION AND COSTTo register for one of our programs, call 1-800-SENTARA. Cost information can be provided at the time of registration. There is no cost for the support group.

LOCATIONSAll groups meet at various locations throughoutSentara RMH Medical Center and the community.Specific location information will be given uponregistration

YOUR HEALTHCARE TEAM• Your healthcare provider most likely diagnosed

your diabetes and prescribes medication when needed.

• Your diabetes educator is a healthcare professional who helps people with diabetes better understand and manage their disease. A certified diabetes educator (CDE) has demonstrated specialized skills and knowledge in the field of diabetes care and serves as a critical support to people with diabetes, physicians, and other healthcare providers.

• Your registered dietitian is an expert in nutrition, serving as the most credible resource in healthy eating and meal planning.

DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAMAre you at risk for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes? 1 out of 3 American adults has prediabetes. If you have prediabetes or are at risk, you can make changes now to improve your health and prevent type 2 diabetes.

The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) can help you lose weight, become more physically active, and reduce stress. With the program, you get:

• A proven program to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes

• A CDC-approved curriculum and trained lifestyle coach

• Support from others like you as you learn new skills

DPP is offered throughout the year. For more information check www.Sentara.com or contact the SRMH diabetes education program at 540-689-1001.

STUDENTS WITH DIABETES: JMU CHAPTER“Students with Diabetes” is a national organization that strives to establish connections and support for students with diabetes. JMU’s local chapter has come together to support fellow students and reach out to the local community. Learn more about this organization at https://beinvolved.jmu.edu/organization/StudentsWithDiabetes.

DIABETES CARESeparating Fact from Fiction: Learn the basics of selfcare in a group setting. Sessions lead by a diabetes educator and a dietitian. Medicare and most insurances pay a portion of the cost.

For further information about any of our programs on diabetes, please call 540-689-1001 and speak with a diabetes educator.

Have you been diagnosed with diabetes? Or have you had diabetes for awhile and still have questions? The right education and support makes self-care of your diabetes more manageable and helps you navigate your plan of care for staying healthy.

Group Sessions: Meet with a diabetes educator or dietitian in a group setting. You’ll receive comprehensive education, focusing on seven self-care behaviors essential for improved health: healthy eating, being active, monitoring medications, problem solving, healthy coping, and reducing risks.

Individual Sessions: Meet one-on-one with a diabetes educator or dietitian to review personal concerns of your care. All insulin teaching is done in an individual session.

DIABETES CONTINUING CARE (ADULTS)Free education/support meetings. Choose the time that works best for you.

Daytime free education/support meetingsSentara South Main Health Center11:30am–12:30pm, 2nd Friday of each month Sentara East Rockingham Health Center10–11am, 3rd Thursday of each month

Evening Free education/support meetingSentara RMH Hahn Building, park in Lot B time 6-7:30pm, 2nd Monday of each month

PEDIATRIC DIABETES MANAGEMENT SUPPORT GROUP (CHILDREN AND THEIR PARENTS)If you’re a parent of a child with Type 1 diabetes, contact the diabetes educators at 540-689-1001.Our team can put you in touch with other parents of children with diabetes and additional resources.

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2018 CLASS DATES/ TIMES:CR = Conference Rooms located in the main hospital on the lower level near the Mountain View Café.

Session 1 Tuesdays January 9, 9am-noon ______ CR1 January 16, 9am-noon _____ CR1 January 23, 9am-noon _____ CR1 January 30, 9am-noon _____ CR1 Session 2 Thursdays February 1, 3-6pm_________ CR1 February 8, 3-6pm_________ CR1 February 15, 3-6pm ________ CR1 February 22, 3-6pm ________ CR5 Session 3 Thursdays April 5, 5:30-8:30pm _______ CR1 April 11, 5:30-8:30pm _______ CR1 (Wed) April 19, 5:30-8:30pm _______ CR5 April 26, 5:30-8:30pm _______ CR1 Session 4 Tuesdays May 8, 9am-noon _________ CR5 May 15, 9am-noon ________ CR5 May 22, 9am-noon ________ CR5 May 29, 9am-noon ________ CR5 Session 5 Thursdays July 5, 5:30-8:30pm ________ CR1 July 12, 5:30-8:30pm _______ CR1 July 19, 5:30-8:30pm _______ CR1 July 26, 5:30-8:30pm _______ CR1 Session 6 Thursdays September 6, 9am-noon ____ CR4 September 13, 9am-noon ___ CR5 September 20, 9am-noon ___ CR4 September 27, 9am-noon ___ CR5 Session 7 Thursdays October 4, 3-6pm _________ CR1 October 10, 3-6pm ________ CR5 (Wed) October 18, 3-6pm ________ CR1 October 25, 3-6pm ________ CR1 Session 8 Tuesdays November 6, 9am-noon ____ CR5 November 13, 9am-noon ___ CR5 November 20, 9am-noon ___ CR5 November 27, 9am-noon ___ CR5