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.
Sessions: One 1.5 hour session (Class Available Online)
Fee: This is a covered benefit for members.
Registration: 916-688-2428
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. Course will also cover use of Glucose Testing Meter. Members only. Available in Spanish in South Sacramento.
Location: Elk Grove (Big Horn) and South Sacramento
Sessions: One 2 hour session (Class Available Online)
Fee: This is a covered benefit for members.
Registration: 916-688-2428
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.
Sessions: Drop-in; first Thursday of each month, 10 – 11:30 a.m. (Group Available Online)
Fee: No Fee
Information: South Sacramento, 916-688-2428
Healthy Eating with Diabetes
In this class, get tips on planning meals, counting carbs, and reading food labels from one of our Registered Dietitians. 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.
Sessions: Ongoing; 2-hour sessions (Class Available Online)
Fee: This is a covered benefit for members.
Registration: 916-688-2428
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: Healthy Eating with Diabetes
Location: South Sacramento
Sessions: One session (Class Available Online)
Fee: This is a covered benefit for members.
Registration: 916-688-2428
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.
Location: Elk Grove (Big Horn) and South Sacramento
Sessions: One 1.5 hour session (Class Available Online)
Fee: No class fee.
Registration: Referral required. 916-688-2428
