Healthy Traditions Department Diabetes Program
Services
SDPI Diabetes Prevent Program (DPP)
Diabetes is a serious problem for American Indians and Alaskan Natives (AI/AN). Research shows that you can decrease your risk of getting diabetes through modest lifestyle changes such as increased physical activity and a little weight loss. The Healthy Traditions Department offers the Diabetes Prevention Program for individuals who qualify.
Participants in the DPP project learn how to make changes in lifestyle behaviors such as increased physical acitivty and healthier food choices (lower fat and fewer calories).
The DPP Classes are presented in a group setting with a proven curriculum of 16 sessions.
Individual coaching and support:
The DPP Staff meets seperately with participants once a month to discuss how things are going and to help participants indvidualize their program to meet their personal needs. After graduating from the DPP Curriculum, participants are encouraged to participate in monthly After-core activities to continue making lifestyle balance changes.
Eligibility:
Diabetes Program Services:
Diabetes Self Management Education (DSME) Group Classes:
Healthy Traditions Department offers Group Classes taught by our Diabetes Educators (Registered Nurse, Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educators). Information on Diabetes, medications, treatments, complications, nutrition, and exercise are all covered in a group setting over three weeks.
When: Afternoon & evening classes are available
What: Topics covered include Introduction to Diabetes, Nutrition &
Exercise, and Diabetes Care & Preventing Complications
Where: Classes are taught in the Healthy Traditions Department
Diabetes Group Clinic:
SCIHP Diabetes Clinic offers you a Diabetes focused visit through a Team Approach to provide you the best care possible to help you manage your Diabetes. During your visit you can expect to review and optomize your current diabetes care plan with a group of Diabetes Specialists including a Provider, Pharmacist, Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and Nurse.
When: Tuesdays Mornings, 8-12
What: Services offered include Labs, Electrocardigraphy (EKG), Foot & Eye
Exams, Immunizations, and Education (Medication, Diet & Exercise)
Where: SCIHP Community Room
Other Services:
One-on-one Appointments
Retinal Eye Exams
Diabetic Foot Exams
Meter Instructions
