The Diabetes Program believes in getting to the heart of what the community needs and teaching the community how to deal with diabetes in the real world. The program offers education classes, support groups, and treatment plans to to assist in controlling diabetes.
The Diabetes Program offers self-management classes for adults diagnosed with pre-diabetes and Type 2 diabetes. Our team provides education, support groups, and personalized treatment plans to help you manage your condition effectively.
The Diabetes Program’s goals are to:
- Prevent medical problems related to diabetes
- Improve your understanding of Type 2 diabetes
- Improve your ability to control your diabetes
The Diabetes Program offers:
- Education classes, including the Diabetes Self-management Class for adults diagnosed with pre-diabetes and Type 2 diabetes
- Support groups
- Treatment plans to assist you in controlling your diabetes
Education Classes and Support Groups
The Diabetes Program believes in getting to the heart of what the community needs and teaching the community how to manage diabetes in the real world. To learn more about our education classes and support groups, including locations and how to register, please call the Diabetes Program at (510) 383-5185.
Diabetes Support Group
The Diabetes Support Group meets once a month for two (2) hours. Topics vary. To learn more, please call the Diabetes Program at (510) 383-5185.
Diabetes Education Classes
We recommended that individuals attend ALL classes to completely understand and control diabetes.
The Diabetes Class series is an eight-week course. Eligible individuals meet once a week for 2 hours. Topics discussed are the following:
- What is Diabetes? And monitoring blood glucose
- Eating healthier — focus on carbohydrates
- Eating healthier — focus on heart health, fat, and fiber
- Physical activity
- Taking medications
- Reducing risks of complications
- Coping with stress and emotions
- Behavior change, problem solving, and resources
Diabetes Classes Information Flyer (PDF): English | Spanish
The Hypertension (HTN) Class series is on hold, however HTN one-time workshops can be scheduled. Topics discussed include the following:
- What is Hypertension?
- Nutrition
- Physical activity
- Lifestyle modification
- Medications
- Heart attack
- Stroke
The Hypertension workshop goal is to:
- Prevent medical problems related to hypertension
- Improve understanding of hypertension
- Improve ability to control hypertension
Diabetes Program Eligibility
Eligibility for the Diabetes Program includes:
- Live in Alameda County.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must be diagnosed with pre-diabetes or Type 2 diabetes.
Individuals providing care or support for eligible clients are welcome to accompany their clients.