Diabetes Self-Management Program
The Diabetes Self-Management Program from Stanford University is a structured, evidence-based program for older adults living with pre-diabetes or diabetes, which provides tools to manage diabetes and the emotions that come with the disease.
The program is conducted in workshops, once a week for six weeks. Each workshop spans 2 ½ hours. Participants receive a copy of the companion book, Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions, 4th Edition, and an audio relaxation tape.
Who can participate?
• Anyone age 60 and older living with pre-diabetes or diabetes
• A caregiver, age 60 and older, of someone with diabetes
The program promotes a Self-Management Tool Box to address:
• Healthy Eating
• Exercise
• Stress Management
• Monitoring Blood Sugar
• Communication
• Dealing with Difficult Emotions
• Medications
• Working with your Doctor
• Avoiding Complications
• Action Planning
• Problem Solving
• Thinking Activities
Workshops offered:
Tuesdays, August 10 through September 14
10-11 am
A computer and internet access is required as the workshops will be done via Zoom
Register by calling Megan at 717-771-9610, Ext. 1017
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