SPOONER, WI -- Healthy Living with Diabetes teaches you ways to manage diabetes through a variety of researched and proven techniques. This workshop is just for men, and it compliments existing treatment programs by building skills like incorporating healthy eating and physical activity into daily life. The workshop also covers ways to manage stress and fatigue, monitor blood sugar, and how to develop better ways to problem-solve and communicate about your diabetic condition with doctors and family members.
“This workshop is specifically focused on men’s health,” says Darby Smith, Supervisor, Aging and Disability Resource Center of Barron, Rusk and Washburn Counties, Spooner location. “Participants in this workshop will come away with practical skills to improve how they manage their diabetes.”
Adult men with type 2 diabetes and pre-diabetes and those living with someone who has diabetes are invited to attend. This workshop meets weekly from 6:00 p.m.―8:30 p.m. for 6 weeks, starting May 2nd at the United Methodist Church, 312 Elm St, Spooner, WI. The two workshop leaders will be men with personal experience managing their own diabetes. Registration is required. Suggested donation $10. Contact Lon LaBumbard at 715-520-3933 or lonlabumbard@centurytel.net.
The ADRC of Barron, Rusk and Washburn Counties helps people live independently and stretch their money. Free, confidential consultations provide unbiased information about local resources for individuals ages 60 +, adults with disabilities and caregivers.
Healthy Living with Diabetes teaches you ways to manage diabetes through a variety of researched and proven techniques. The workshop compliments existing treatment programs by building skills like incorporating healthy eating and exercise into daily life. The workshop also covers ways to manage stress and fatigue, and how to develop better ways to problem-solve and communicate about your diabetic condition with doctors and family members.
“Research demonstrates workshop participants have fewer doctor and emergency room visits,” says Leslie Fijalkiewicz, Director, Aging and Disability Resource Center of Barron, Rusk and Washburn Counties. “The workshop provides valuable information people are able to apply in their own lives.
Adults with type 2 diabetes and pre-diabetes and those living with someone who has diabetes are invited to attend. This workshop meets weekly from 9:30 a.m. – Noon for 6 weeks, starting May 5th at the Barron County Government Center, Room 108, 335 E Monroe, Barron, WI. Registration required. Suggested donation $10. For more information or to register contact Terri at 715-537-6227 or terri.mikyska@co.barron.wi.us .
The ADRC of Barron, Rusk and Washburn Counties helps people live independently and stretch their money. Free, confidential consultations provide unbiased information about local resources for individuals ages 60 +, adults with disabilities and caregivers.
Last Update: Apr 11, 2017 9:28 am CDT
