Wednesday, April 29, 2015

Living Health with Diabetes Workshop

ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Mo – Living Healthy with Diabetes is a self-management program designed for individuals with diabetes offered in 6 weekly sessions sponsored by Care Connection for Aging Services, St. Clair County Senior Center, and University of Missouri Extension staff. It helps participants with diabetes to: Manage symptoms including fatigue and depression; Use relaxation techniques; Eat healthy; Improve communication skills; Use medication effectively; Monitor blood sugars; Solve problems and set goals; Increase self-confidence; and Feel better and take charge!


Taught by specially trained volunteer leaders, some who have diabetes themselves, the program covers a new topic each week and provides opportunities for interaction and group problem solving.


The next Live Healthy with Diabetes Workshop begins Thursday, May 7 and will take place every Thursday from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. for 6 weeks at the St. Clair County Senior Center, 120 Pine, Osceola, MO.


The workshop is open to anyone with diabetes who wants to take charge of their health! Space is limited in the workshop. The workshop is open to all ages. The course fee of $20 covers the cost of the companion book. Additional materials are also provided. Scholarships are also available to cover the cost.


For more information or to enroll in the workshop, contact the Senior Center at 417-646-8292 or Vickie Whitsitt at Care Connection for Aging Services at 660-747-3107, extension 228.



Living Health with Diabetes Workshop

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