CCH's Diabetes Education program gives you the knowledge and skills needed
to successfully self-manage the disease and prevent complications.
Diabetes education makes you more aware of your diabetes, what it takes
to treat it, and give you the power to better control it.
During visits patients learn:
what diabetes is and how to manage it
how food affects blood glucose
how to eat healthier
the effects of activity on your blood glucose and how to make it part of your life
how your diabetes medication works
how to monitor and understand your blood glucose readings
how to prevent complications
skills for managing a lifetime disease
received continued motivation for good health and a better quality of life
Patient Forms: Diabetes Assessment
Your first appointment will consist of an initial assessment to determine
your specific education needs. You can download the Diabetes Assessment
form below.
The diabetes educators will tailor a learning program for you. A typical
timeline is three-four visits in a one-two month period.
Your healthcare provider can make a referral for your diabetes education.
Most insurance plans and Medicare/Medicaid cover diabetes education. Check
your individual plan for specifics. You can also self-refer. Self-pay
plans are available.
Are you at risk for type 2 diabetes? Take this test to find out
An estimated 86 million American adults have prediabetes, which means they
have blood glucose (sugar) that’s higher than normal, but not high
enough to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. There are no clear symptoms
of prediabetes. You can have it and not know it. Prediabetes puts you
at a higher risk of getting type 2 diabetes soon, or down the road. It
also means that you are more likely to get heart disease or even have
a stroke. The good news: prediabetes is reversible. Knowing your risk
is the first step to reversing it.
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) encourages all adults take the
Type 2 Diabetes Risk Test. This free, anonymous test can help you find
out in 60 seconds if you’re at risk for type 2 diabetes. Take the test at:
http://diabetes.org/RiskTest
