Diabetes Education Classes 

• Diabetes Dayton offers a free two part series of diabetes education classes each month. 
•  Class size is limited, and are filled on a first call, first serve basis, so we do ask that you call 937/220-6611 to register. 
• Classes are taught by Certified Diabetes Educators.
• Our classes are for both newly diagnosed diabetics or those interested in a refresher to get the most up to date information- family members are welcome to attend.

 Click here for our 2012 Class & Support Group Schedule

 Diabetes Education-101   

• Diabetes Overview
• Explanation of the disease
• Treating highs and lows
• Proper Monitoring
• Proper nutrition
  
• Takings medications and insulin properly
  

Diabetes Nutrition & Pulling it Together-102

• Three steps of eating well
• Choosing foods and reading labels
• Extras: sugar substitutes, alcohol, discretionary food
• Exercise
• Making lifestyle changes & preventing health complications
  

Diabetes Support Group 

•  Emotional and moral support
  
• Stress management
• Drop in!  No need to sign up in advance