We believe that whether you have just recently been diagnosed or have lived with diabetes for many years, ongoing education is essential to maintaining good health. The more you know about your diabetes, the more effective you will be in controlling it.
We offer educational opportunities for patients, family members or anyone interested in learning more about diabetes to help you live a healthier, happier life. The programs are designed to educate and teach effective self-management skills that put the patient in control.
Living Well with Diabetes
This day is planned for those who are looking for better ways to cope with their diabetes. Back by popular demand, nationally recognized diabetes expert: Ginger Kanzer-Lewis will be the keynote speaker addressing “The Diabetes World According to Me!”
In addition, there will be numerous exhibits, opportunities to speak with health care experts and brief seminars with Cleveland Clinic, Fairview and Lakewood Hospital physicians and wellness experts.
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Diabetes Group Exercise Program
Are You Exercising? We want to help you take the first step toward a healthier you! This class is designed for people with diabetes who are new to exercise.
Sessions will be led by YMCA of Greater Cleveland staff. Exercises can be tailored to meet your needs, such as being seated in a chair, or using a chair for support. A choice of several aerobic exercises will be available. This way, you can choose the activities that best meet your needs and comfort level.
Strength building and stretching exercises will be included. Participants will be able to test their blood sugar before and after exercise. Experts from the Lakewood Hospital Diabetes and Endocrine Center will review results with participants. Information on the affects of exercise on blood sugar will be provided.
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Register today by calling 216.521.8400.
Diabetes Matters®: Empowerment Group
You’re invited to join us on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, from 10 to 11 am at The Beck Center for the Arts, 17801 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood.
This empowerment group is led by educators from the Diabetes Association of Greater Cleveland, in collaboration with Lakewood Hospital Diabetes and Endocrine Center and Fairview Hospital Diabetes Education Center. The group is for people with diabetes or pre-diabetes. An important part of managing diabetes is to be able to share with others who are in a similar situation and learn from each other. Each month we will focus on a new topic of discussion, such as diabetes-friendly recipes, creative exercise demonstrations, and stress reduction techniques. Please join us on the journey to taking control of your diabetes and taking back your life! RSVP is not required, but helpful for planning. For more information, please call 216.591.0800.
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