Living Healthy with Diabetes
Recognized by the American Diabetes Association

A 10-hour, four-session, comprehensive, education program that is designed to help you access the information you need to live a healthy and active life with diabetes.  Our goal is to help you develop a lifestyle that puts you in the driver’s seat as you manage your diabetes and live well every day.  As a key member of your healthcare team, it is essential for you to know and use successful self-management fundamentals.  Your daily routine directly affects your blood sugar levels.  What you eat, whether you choose to exercise, how you handle stress, whether you take your medication and monitor your blood sugar levels, all play a part in your success in staying healthy with diabetes.  Click here for our informational brochure. 

Who should enroll in this class:
1. People who have been newly diagnosed with diabetes.
2. Others who have dealt with diabetes long term and want to learn more about current treatments, medications, etc.

Who teaches this class:
1. Certified Diabetes Educators
2. Registered Nurse
3. Registered Dietician

What will I learn:
1. What is Diabetes
2. Effects of stress and psychological adjustment
3. Effects of illness
4. Healthy nutrition and meal planning
5. Effects of exercise and physical activity
6. Diabetes medications
7. Self-blood glucose monitoring and problem solving
8. Foot, eye, skin and dental care
9. Community resources

Location:                Healthy Living Classroom - Cary Hall 
                                211 East Main Street, Batavia 

Fee:                        $150
                               * Many insurance providers cover the cost of the class. 
                                 Please inquire with your provider about coverage.    


Class Schedule:    July 2011
                                9am - 11:30am (Must attend all 4 classes)
                                Mon. & Thurs. – July 11& 14
                                Mon. & Thurs. – July 18 & 21

                                September 2011
                                6pm - 8:30pm (Must attend all 4 classes)
                                Mon. & Thurs. –  September 12 & 15
                                Mon. & Thurs. –  September 19 & 22

                                November 2011
                                3:30pm - 6pm (Must attend all 4 classes)
                                Mon. & Thurs. –  November 7 & 10
                                Mon. & Thurs. –  November 14 & 16

Pre-registration required, call (585) 344-5331 or
download a registration form.