Diabetes Self Management

Christus Santa Rosa Hospital at Westover HIlls

Class is taught by a Certified Diabetes Educator and medical professional The class will explain the importance of monitoring blood glucose and a meter provided, The meal plan will be explained and given resources to use for meal planning. The class will explain the sources and portions of carbohydrates recommended. The medications for diabetes will be explained the side effects and importance of taking medications.

Languages Offered:

English, Spanish

Time(s) of Day Offered:

Daytime, Evening, Weekday

Program Setting:

Community

Service Area(s):

Southwest

Target Age(s):

Adults (21-55)
Seniors (55+)

Diabetes Focus:

Pre-Diabetes
Type 1 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes
Gestational Diabetes

Topics:

Diabetes 101
Healthy Eating
Exercise for Strength and Energy
Controlling Diabetes Symptoms
Setting Goals
Dealing with Negative Emotions
Heart Health
Caregiver Support
Newly Diagnosed
Talking to Your Doctor
Stress
Medical Devices
Amputation
Renal Disease
Vision
Dental
Bariatric Surgery
Medication Use
Sexual Health
Men's Health
Women's Health
Food Insecurity

Program Type/Format:

Group Education Class (one-time)
Individual Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) Consultation

Screenings

Glucose

Address:

11212 State Hwy 151, 4th floor Room B4006
San Antonio, TX 78251

Website:

http://www.christussantarosa.org/DiabetesServices