Client learning from a DECNET Educator

DECNET Programs

DECNET, the Diabetes Education Community Network of East Toronto, is a diabetes education program that provides counselling, education and support to help adults manage their type 2 diabetes or prediabetes.

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During the pandemic one-on-one appointments with dietitians, nurses and social workers are offered virtually and in-person depending on client needs. All group programs are currently running virtually via Zoom. For more information please call 416-461-9043 ext. 2370

DECNET, the Diabetes Education Community Network of East Toronto, is a diabetes education program that provides counselling, education and support to help adults manage their type 2 diabetes or prediabetes.

Check out the current DECNET calendar here: DECNET Fall 2022

Services are also available for individuals at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Services offered:
  • One-to-one appointments with a diabetes educator (Dietitian, Nurse or Social Worker)
  • Group Education (e.g. nutrition, insulin, physical activity, stress, etc.)
  • Support, Advocacy & Outreach Programs (e.g. mental health and diabetes, language specific support groups, and our advocacy group)
As a DECNET client you can expect the following:
  • All programs and services are FREE
  • TTC or transportation support is available (depending on eligibility)
  • Childcare support is available at certain locations
  • Programs and services are available in your language with advance notice
  • A support person is welcome to attend appointments or groups with you
  • Follow-up appointments can be made to provide ongoing support for your diabetes management
Locations:
  • South Riverdale Community Health Centre
    955 Queen St. East (near Carlaw Ave.)
  • Satellite Site South Riverdale Community Health Centre
    1245 Danforth Ave., Unit 2 (near Greenwood Ave.)
  • Access Alliance Multicultural Health & Community Services
    Access Point on Danforth (APOD)
    3079 Danforth Ave. (Victoria Park & Danforth)

**Please note our services at the Albany Medical Clinic, Crescent Town Health Centre and Access Alliance locations are only available for their respective clients. DECNET services at East End Community Health Centre include specific support groups only.**

How to get connected with DECNET

Referral from your health care provider:

  • A doctor’s referral is not necessary to access our services. However, a referral from your health care provider would assist us in providing client-centered, coordinated care with your other health care providers.

Self-Referral:

  • If you would like to connect yourself with our program please fill in as much information as you can on the referral form below. We encourage you to share your health care provider’s name and contact information.

Documents & Forms

Diabetes Education

Outreach Programs/ Initiatives

DECNET is actively involved in outreach initiatives that work towards connecting with individuals who may experience barriers to health and health care access and are impacted by diabetes. Some examples include: Shelters for the homeless/under-housed Community and supportive housing Neighbourhood- specific locations Community or language-specific centres Population-specific centres Faith based community service groups For more […]

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Diabetes in the Real World- Advocacy Group

Diabetes in the Real World Committee (DRW) is a group of community members who meet regularly to raise awareness about issues faced by individuals living with type 2 diabetes. Open to anyone who: Has been impacted by type 2 diabetes Is passionate and would like to make a difference Would like to share experiences, ideas […]

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Chinese Diabetes Support Group

An informal environment in which group members can receive support from both peers and DECNET diabetes educators in Chinese Facilitated by diabetes educators 3rd Monday of each month Mandarin 11:00am – 12 noon Cantonese: 2:30 – 3:30pm Our diabetes support groups allow individuals to ask, receive and provide support in an informal setting with both […]

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English Diabetes Support Group

An informal environment in which group members can receive support from both peers and DECNET diabetes educators Facilitated by diabetes educators 2nd Monday of each month 11:30am – 12:30pm (Virtual) Our diabetes support groups allow individuals to ask, receive and provide support in an informal setting with both peers and diabetes educators. During the pandemic […]

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Mental Health & Diabetes Group

An informal drop-in peer support and diabetes education group that focuses on mental health challenges and managing diabetes Facilitated by diabetes educators 2nd and 4th Monday of each month 2:30-3:30pm (Virtual) Our diabetes support groups allow individuals to ask, receive and provide support in an informal setting with both peers and diabetes educators. During the […]

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Social Work Support

Social workers provide counselling, case management and advocacy (both systemic and individual) to registered clients in our service area.

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Diabetes Group Education

DECNET groups provide a safe and welcoming environment in which individuals learn about managing their diabetes from their peers, as well as our DECNET diabetes educators.

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Self-Management

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Toronto Diabetes Care Connect

Toronto Diabetes Care Connect is a regional (city-wide) program that is hosted by SRCHC and funded by the Toronto Central Local Health Integration Network.

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Diabetes Foot Care

Specially trained diabetes nurse educators work collaboratively with the chiropody team to provide foot care services for individuals living with Type 2 Diabetes.

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