Diabetes Education
Mission Statement:
NAED believes individuals with diabetes should receive comprehensive diabetes self-management education tailored to their personal needs and lifestyle. We are committed to providing and promoting this care through the implementation of the National Standards for Diabetes Self-management
As an ADA recognized self-management education program we provide the patients and their families with knowledge, skills and support. Our goal is to facilitate a behavior change that enhances the individuals glycemic control and by doing so, improving their quality of life.
Learn about diabetes management with weekly group classes:
Basic Diabetes Self-Management Class - 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month
Basic Nutrition - 4th Thursday of every month
Insulin Pump Class - 4th Thursday of every month
Meal Planning and Healthy Food Choices
Exercise Tips and Safety
Medications Used to Treat Diabetes
Insulin Treatment for People with Diabetes
Prediabetes
Diabetes Common Terms
Diabetes and You: Tips for better understanding your diabetes
This handout covers different medications that your healthcare provider may prescribe to treat your diabetes and where these medications work in your body. Some of these medications are taken orally (by mouth), while others are given as an injection. Each product is labeled oral or injectable.
Helpful Links:
American Diabetes Association
National Diabetes Education Program
American Dietetic Association
National Diabetes Education Initiative
Diabetes self-management
JDRF
Diatribe.org
Dlife.com
Insulinnation.com
Diabetesforecast.org
The College Diabetes Network
CDC
Free Apps:
Diabetes
Calorie King
My Fitness Pal