Diabetes Self-Management and Prevention Programs

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Self-management programs provide you with the tools to manage your diabetes and take control of your health and well-being. Both free and paid programs (covered by insurance) are offered.

Free Diabetes Self-Management Programs

If You Have Pre-Diabetes

If you have higher than normal blood sugar (pre-diabetes), simple lifestyle changes can greatly reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The free National Diabetes Prevention Program consists of 16 weekly one-hour class sessions to help you manage your blood sugar and prevent diabetes, with followup support after classes end.

If You Have Diabetes

The Freedom Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support program guides you in the essentials of eating right, exercising, and monitoring your health. The Freedom team works with you and your doctor to create your self-management plan and provide support after classes end. A doctor or health clinic can see whether you qualify and refer you to this program. The cost of these classes is covered by Medicaid, Medicare, and some private insurers.

Questions? Get in touch with our Diabetes Control staff at 844-367-2566 to learn more about your prevention and management options.

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Cookbook

Whether you are living with diabetes or just trying to lower your blood sugar, the right recipes can help. Our Freedom for Life recipe book is a tool you can use with any of these self-management programs.

Download our free diabetic-friendly cookbook →

Last reviewed on Oct 5, 2023 request edits

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