Diabetes Support and Education

Diabetes Support Group

Lahey's diabetic support group provides encouragement, understanding, information and mutual support for people living with diabetes. Each person's experience with diabetes is unique, so sharing and listening to others can give a person new ideas and improve his or her outlook about a future with diabetes. Members of our group are often coaches for others struggling with a new diagnosis or those with "burnout" from too many years with the disease. Much is changing in the care of diabetes including medications, meters and even food choices, and it is important to stay as up-to-date as possible. Members voluntarily bring news from magazines, newspapers and other resources to share. A social worker, dietitian and certified diabetes educator attend and facilitate each meeting.

The diabetes support group meets the first Tuesday of each month, from 1 pm to 2 pm in the Six Central Conference Room (6-601) at 41 Mall Road in Burlington. An additional support group meets the first Wednesday of each month from noon to 1 pm in the fourth-floor conference room at Lahey Clinic Medical Center, North Shore, One Essex Center Drive in Peabody.

All are welcome. To register for a support group, please contact facilitator Annmarie Brady, LICSW, at 781-744-3134.

Diabetes Education

The Lahey Clinic Diabetes Education Programs are recognized by the American Diabetes Association (ADA). ADA recognition status assures that these programs meet the national standards for excellence in education. The overall goal of the programs is to provide current information & techniques related to diabetes self-management that can be incorporated into a person’s lifestyle. Lahey offers a variety of classes to help you make better choices to reach or maintain your blood sugar goals. Learn the latest in diabetes self-management and nutrition and take control of your life again. Classes are held in Burlington in the Four East Conference Room (4N-67). For further information and/or an updated class schedule, ask your doctor or contact Lois Maurer, MS, LD, RD, CDE at (781) 744-8355.

Click here for a list of ongoing Diabetes course and program descriptions or visit the Lahey Event Calendar for the complete Diabetes education schedule.

SPECIAL CLASS OFFERING IN PEABODY: DIABETES AND YOU

Batter up for a DOUBLE PLAY. Join Pam Snyder, dietitian and Lynn Cody, nurse practitioner, both certified diabetes educators. Get to know the ins and outs of Diabetes Self-Management. The benefits of attending include:

• Better control of your blood sugar by looking at your blood sugar patterns
• Meal planning ideas that are good for you and taste good too
• Understanding your medications for more effective use
• Knowing how to handle special situations: exercise, travel, illness

Reserve your spot early by calling (978) 538-4674. When you reserve your spot, you may be scheduled for an individual evaluation with a nurse practitioner and dietitian.

Please check with your insurance company regarding coverage, the need for a referral from your doctor and your co-pay amount.

Visit the Lahey Event Calendar for further Diabetes and You information.