Diabetes
Free Diabetes Self-Management Classes
Evidence-based living well programs empower older adults to take control of their health by maintaining a healthy lifestyle through self-efficacy and self-management. The Talbot County Health Department, in partnership with the Maryland Living Well Center of Excellence https://mdlivingwell.org provides the following evidence-based program:
Diabetes Self-Management: Diabetes is associated with an increased risk for a number of serious, even life-threatening, complications, as well as being the sixth leading cause of death in Maryland. Good diabetes control can help reduce the risk of complications. Topics include nutrition, exercise, stress management, working with health providers, and more. This course is available one-on-one or in a group setting.
Contact Marci Stinson
410-819-5633
marcie.stinson@maryland.gov
Or, to find other available classes check out BeHealthyMaryland: https://workshopwizard.net/DHMH.Public/Home/Home.aspx