Diabetes Self-Management Program
The teaching process for the Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP) makes it highly effective. Classes are highly participatory. Mutual support and success build participants’ confidence in their ability to manage their health and maintain active and fulfilling lives.
Class Format
Format
Small group workshop
Length
2-1/2 hours per session
Schedule
1 session per week for 6 weeks
Language
This class comes in two culturally adapted versions for English and Spanish
Settings
- Community settings such as churches, hospitals, senior centers and worksites
Participants
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People with type 2 diabetes
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10 to 20 participants per-workshop
Topics and Skills Covered
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Monitoring blood sugar levels
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Foot care
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Preventing or delaying complications
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Goal setting and making an action plan
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Decision-making
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Problem-solving
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Healthy eating
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Communication
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Dealing with difficult emotions
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Medication usage
Available Classes
There are no upcoming events at this time.
