Mercy’s Diabetes Program helps you learn to live with diabetes. Our specially trained diabetes educators work with you so that you have the knowledge you need to achieve and maintain good health.

The program offers a variety of educational services, including:

• Classes for people with Type 2 diabetes
• Individual education for people with Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes and gestational diabetes
• Nutrition counseling and meal planning
• Instruction on home blood glucose monitoring
• Insulin pump therapy
• Referrals to counseling services

 

Registered nurses and dietitians work with you to best meet your needs. Mercy’s educational program has been recognized by the American Diabetes Association.

In addition, Mercy provides education on the latest technology available:

• Insulin pump therapy
• Continuous glucose monitoring sensor
• Download meters and pumps

 

Diabetes Education Class
Mercy offers a four-session Diabetes Education Class to all people with Type 2 diabetes. The class will help you gain better control of your disease. You do not have to have a new diagnosis of diabetes to attend.

You will meet twice during the first month of class and then meet again at two to three months and at five to six months. This allows you to work on skills, goals and lifestyle changes associated with diabetes. A new cycle of classes begins each month.

Individualized Diabetes Class - Hinckley
Individual sessions are available in Hinckley (Gateway Clinic) every other Tuesday by appointment. Call 218.485.5836 for more information.

Does insurance cover the cost of the class?
The cost of the sessions is covered by Medicare and Medicaid. Most third party insurances also pay for preventative care such as diabetes education. Please check with your insurance company regarding coverage.

How do I enroll in the class?
You will need a referral from your health care provider to enroll in the program. Contact your provider to ask for a referral to the class. You can also register yourself. Call 218-485-5836 and let us know who your provider is.

Diabetes Support Group
Mercy’s Diabetes Support Group meets at 2:30 p.m. on the second Monday of every month in Mercy’s Community Room 1.

For more information
For more information about the program, please call 218.485.5836.

2012 Diabetes Class Dates
All classes are held on Tuesdays, 2-5 p.m., in Community Room 1 at Mercy Hospital.

January Group
January 24 & 31; March 6; June 12

February Group
February 14 & 28; May 1; August 7

March Group
March 13 & 27; May 1; August 7

April Group
April 10 & 24; July 10; October 2

May Group
May 8 & 22; July 10; October 2

June Group
June 5 & 19; September 4; December 11

July Group
July 3 & 17; September 4; December 11

Call 218.485.5836 for more information.