Our Adult Diabetes Education Program
The UMass Diabetes Center of Excellence (DCOE) offers an extensive self-management education program covering a wide variety of topics. We are recognized by the American Diabetes Association in accordance with the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education Programs. It's designed to provide information, motivation and support. Conversation Maps® are used to help people make lifestyle changes such as nutrition, taking medication, staying physically active, plus other aspects of living with diabetes.
Frequently Asked Questions
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MONTHLY DIABETES EDUCATION WORKSHOPS
Diabetes 101: The Art of Managing Diabetes
This introductory workshop is ideal if you've recently been diagnosed or have never met with a diabetes educator.
Basic Carbohydrate Counting
This workshop covers label reading, carb counting tools and resources to help you plan consistent carbohydrate meals. Learn how to make educated healthy eating choices in a variety of settings.
Advanced Carbohydrate Counting
Gain flexibility in the amount of carbohydrates you eat, without a negative effect on your blood glucose control. Learn how to match insulin doses to carb intake and blood glucose levels. This workshop will help you to get the most out of your carb ratios and sensitivity factors.
Heart Healthy Meal Planning
Changing what & how much you eat can make a big difference in your blood glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol levels. This workshop will help you identify good vs bad fats, cholesterol, salt and more.
“Insulin Pumping….Is it Right For You?"
This workshop is for those who inject insulin several times each day and are interested in learning about insulin pump therapy, to replace multiple daily shots.
Contact us for details or to get started
These monthly workshops are offered at the Ambulatory Care Center on the University Campus of UMass Memorial Health Care. Ask your care team or diabetes educator for a referral.
For more information email cheryl.barry@umassmemorial.org
or call (508) 334-3206.
