Diabetes
Prediabetes
Learn how to help prevent or delay the onset of diabetes by eating well and exercising. These healthy lifestyle changes will help you take charge of your health to reduce your risk of diabetes and its complications. Members only. Available in Spanish in South Sacramento..
Location: Elk Grove (Big Horn) and South Sacramento
Sessions: One 1.5 hour session
Fee:This is a covered benefit for members.
Registration: 916-688-6915
Diabetes Basics
Feel better and be active and healthy by learning the basics of managing your type 2 diabetes. Explore the five key areas of type 2 diabetes management: healthy eating, exercise, monitoring your blood sugar levels, proper use of medication, and managing stress. Please bring your blood glucose meter to class. Members only. Available in Spanish in South Sacramento.
Location: Elk Grove (Big Horn) and South Sacramento
Sessions: One 2 hour session
Fee: This is a covered benefit for members.
Registration: 916-688-6915
Diabetes Nutrition
In this class, get tips on planning meals, counting carbs, and reading food labels. Learn new ways to prepare your favorite foods as well as how to enjoy eating out healthfully. Members only. Available in Spanish in South Sacramento.
Location: Elk Grove (Big Horn) and South Sacramento
Sessions: One 1.5 hour session
Fee: This is a covered benefit for members.
Registration: 916-688-2457
Diabetes Support Group
This monthly support group for individuals with diabetes and their families is led by a registered dietitian and will include guest speakers specializing in diabetes care. Members only. No class fee.
Location: South Sacramento—Medical Office Building 2, 3rd Floor, Room A
Sessions: Drop-in; first Thursday of each month, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Information: South Sacramento, 916-688-2457
Living Well with Diabetes
Take your diabetes self-management to the next level. Come learn new skills for making smart food and exercise choices that can help keep your blood sugar levels within range, while also learning to handle the stress and emotions related to diabetes. Members only. Available in Spanish in South Sacramento.
Topics in the South Sacramento and Elk Grove areas include:
- Preventing Complications
- Medications (offered quarterly)
Location: Elk Grove (Big Horn) and South Sacramento
Sessions: Ongoing; 2-hour sessions
Fee: This is a covered benefit for members.
Registration: 916-688-6915
Meal Planning for Diabetes
In this class, we’ll sharpen your carb-counting skills and you’ll learn about portions and label reading to assist you with meal planning. Members only.
Prerequisite: Diabetes Nutrition
Location: South Sacramento
Sessions: One session
Fee: This is a covered benefit for members.
Registration: 916-688-2457
Starting Insulin
Learn how insulin can work for you. Explore the myths and facts about insulin, learn how to inject insulin more easily and comfortably, and get your questions answered. Members only. Available in Spanish in South Sacramento.
Location: Elk Grove (Big Horn) and South Sacramento
Sessions: One 1.5 hour session
Fee: No class fee.
Registration: Referral required. 916-688-6915
