diabetes

Diabetes General Assessment

A general assessment is an initial, individual appointment with a diabetes educator.

Meet with diabetes nurse educator or dietitian to:

  • learn about diabetes
  • learn about available services and programs
  • identify individual learning needs
  • establish individual goals
  • receive free glucometer and training

Chiropody (foot care)

Chiropodists treat diseases and disorders of the foot and ankle. At our centre, chiropodists are part of a team that includes doctors, nurse practitioners, social workers, health promoters and dietitians. Together they work to improve a patient’s over-all health, mobility and independence. Chiropody is a regulated health profession in Ontario.

Healthy Shoppers

1 ½ hour tour of a grocery store with a registered dietitian. Take an eye-opening tour of a supermarket with a dietitian, and learn about the best food choices for your health and your food dollar. Groups tours (5-12 people) only.

Rooftop Gardening & Wellness Program

Adults meet twice a month from April to October to enjoy rooftop gardening. Each session includes time to work in raised beds, as well as presentations by a guest speakers and/or gardening expert. It is a great way to get some fresh air, do some gardening, learn new things, and have some fun! Help us plant, water, weed, and harvest from our raised garden beds.

Community Kitchen

Prepare healthy and delicious meals in our community kitchen with a dietitian and other people living with diabetes. Share recipes and tips and learn more about managing diabetes through healthy eating.

Diabetes Support Groups

Meet once a month with people who share your interest and concerns about diabetes. Share tips and information, learn about community services and how to live well with diabetes. All groups are led by a registered dietitian. The topics and activities are decided by each group. Families and caregivers are welcome.

Diabetes Counseling – Nurse Educator

Talk to a diabetes nurse educator and learn about diabetes wellness, as well as community resources and services.

Diabetes Counseling – Dietitian

Speak one-to-one with a dietitian about managing diabetes through healthy eating.

Diabetes Support Group

A monthly support group for people with type 2 diabetes. Family, caregivers and support workers are welcome.

Urdu/Hindi Diabetes Classes

An Urdu/Hindi-speaking dietitian leads classes at the East End Community Health Centre. Family and caregivers are welcome. 4 sessions (2 ½ hours each)

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