Diabetes Program
Individual Diabetes Education
Registered Nurses provide diabetes education for newly diagnosed patients. During these sessions they provide information about diabetes, provide glucometers and instructions on how to use them.
Patients can receive ongoing health teaching sessions with a nurse for their bloodwork, blood pressure, blood sugar, foot check , weight, height and body mass index.
They will also receive reminders about eye checks, and medications reviews. The nurse will communicate with the patient’s doctor and provide some recommendations if needed. They will also work with the doctor if the patient needs a referral to an endocrinologist for uncontrolled diabetes.
Insulin and Ozempic start, phone calls for adjustments of medications, and working with patients to make sure they are pre-booked for a 3 months follow up are also services provided.
Referrals to a dietitian, chiropodist and/or mental health worker will also be provided as needed.
Diabetes Conversation Maps
The Diabetes Conversation Maps program is a structured, interactive education and self-management program for individuals who are newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes or who would benefit from additional support in managing their diabetes.
Delivered over two sessions, the program uses facilitated conversation and practical activities to help participants build knowledge, confidence, and skills related to diabetes self-management. Topics include understanding type 2 diabetes and its effects on the body, healthy eating, physical activity, blood glucose monitoring, medications, lifestyle modification, and strategies for reducing the risk of diabetes-related complications.
The program emphasizes patient-centred learning, goal setting, and practical strategies that participants can incorporate into their daily lives. A follow-up questionnaire will be used to assess participants’ understanding, confidence, and application of diabetes self-management strategies following completion of the program.
Program Goal:
To empower individuals with type 2 diabetes with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to actively participate in their diabetes management, support healthy lifestyle behaviours, and reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications.