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Diabetes Self-Management Workshop (Virtual)

April 19 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP) –  Wednesday afternoons from April 12 – May 17. The classes are scheduled from 1 – 3 pm each week and will be taught by Open Hand Atlanta.

This is a 6-week group workshop for individuals living with type 2 diabetes. The workshop was developed by Stanford University to help individuals manage their diabetes symptoms, tiredness, pain, and emotional issues. The interactive workshop meets for 2.5 hours each week and is taught by two trained instructors, at least one of whom has diabetes themselves.

Concepts include:

  • How to manage diabetes symptoms
  • Information on physical activity for keeping and enhancing strength and endurance
  • Healthy eating practices
  • Following medication plans
  • How to work effectively with healthcare professionals
  • Chronic Pain Self-Management

Call the front desk at 229-432-0994 to register.  A ZOOM link to join the classes will be sent to you.

Details

Date:
April 19
Time:
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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