The Diabetes Care Team
Our approach is to help those with diabetes find support, education, and establish a patient centered treatment plan. Our diabetes program provides the patients and their families with the most current information and resources for self-management of Type I and Type II diabetes.
What Are The Benefits?
- A health assessment and goal setting.
- Educating the patient and their families covering topics including:
- Diabetes disease process
- Medications
- Nutrition
- Exercise
- Foot care » Prevention/Management of long term complications
- Facilitate referrals to various supportive agencies
- Communicate on the behalf of the patient with their medical providers
- Promote self-care and patient independence
- Understanding health behavior to promote positive lifestyle changes
The VNA Staff Members Will Answer These Questions
- Why and how you need to manage your diabetes?
- How to safely manage diabetes.
- How to prevent complications of diabetes.
- How to use a glucometer and other tools.
- How to deal with the emotional aspects of diabetes/ learn stress management techniques
- How to make behavior changes that promote a healthy lifestyle.
- How to develop a healthy eating plan.