South Riverdale Community Health Centre
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.
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 2021
Services are also available for individuals at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
**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.**
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Social workers provide counselling, case management and advocacy (both systemic and individual) to registered clients in our service area.
Our diabetes support groups allow individuals to ask, receive and provide support in an informal setting with both peers and diabetes educators.
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.
DECNET clients can connect with their diabetes educator to receive individualized education, support and care. Clients can book a one-to-one appointment with a nurse or dietitian.
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.
Specially trained diabetes nurse educators work collaboratively with the chiropody team to provide foot care services for individuals living with Type 2 Diabetes.