Free Diabetes Self-Management Program in Branford

From ESDHD: The East Shore District Health Department, in conjunction with the South-Central Area on Aging, is conducting a Diabetes Self-Management Program at the East Shore District Health Department in Branford starting on January 22nd.

This 6-week program, meets every Monday for 2 hours and is intended for people diagnosed with Diabetes and Pre-diabetes and for people who take care of people with those conditions. This program will run from 10am-12pm every Monday beginning January 22nd for 6 weeks.

Topics that will be covered include: understanding common symptoms, eating well, managing your medications, using your mind to manage symptoms, exercising for fun and fitness, communicating with your healthcare team, and becoming a self-manager of your own health. The program is free of charge, but register soon as the class size is limited.

To Register or to get more information about this program please email bnaclerio@ESDHD.org or call 203-481-4233 and ask to speak to Barbara Naclerio.

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