Diabetes Self Management

Alamo Area Council of Governments- Area Agency on Aging

⤺ Back to search results

This 2 1/2 hour class meets once a week for six weeks and is focused on people with Type 2 Diabetes. Workshops are facilitated by two trained leaders, through a community partner located in San Antonio. Subjects covered include techniques to deal with symptoms of diabetes; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength and endurance; healthy eating; appropriate use of medication; and working more effectively with health care providers. Participants will make weekly action plans, share experiences, and help each other solve problems they encounter in creating and carrying out their self-management program.

Languages Offered:

English, Spanish

Time(s) of Day Offered:

Daytime

Program Setting:

Community, Faith-Based

Service Area(s):

Downtown, Northwest, North Central, Northeast, East, Southeast, South, Southwest, West

Target Age(s):

  • Seniors (55+)

Diabetes Focus:

  • Pre-Diabetes
  • Type 1 Diabetes
  • Type 2 Diabetes
  • Gestational Diabetes

Topics:

  • Healthy Eating
  • Setting Goals
  • Depression
  • Stress

Program Type/Format:

  • Diabetes Prevention and Self-Management

Support Service(s):

  • Community Resources

Address:

2700 NE Loop 410 Suite #101
San Antonio, Texas 78217

Website:

http://www.aacog.com/338/Health-Wellness-Programs

Phone:

210-477-3275

Email:

asc@aacog.com

Contact:

AACOG-AAA Alamo Service Connection

Organized by: