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Diabetes Self-Management Program

Class schedule
Man in a support group as part of his diabetes self-management program

Help control your diabetes and live a healthy lifestyle.

Diabetes is a complex chronic illness that requires ongoing monitoring to slow or prevent complications. This evidence-based program will help you gain confidence in your ability to manage your health and to maintain an active and fulfilling life.

Self-management classes are interactive and informative.

We offer both in-person and virtual classes so you can choose what works best for you. You will be able to interact with the instructor and others as you learn about ways to deal with your particular health issue effectively. Don’t put off taking care of your health. Sign up for a class today.

Participants will learn:

  • Techniques to deal with problems such as frustration, fatigue, isolation, and poor sleep
  • Appropriate exercises for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility, and endurance
  • Appropriate use of medications
  • How to communicate effectively with family, friends, and health professionals
  • Nutrition tips
  • How to pace activity and when to rest
  • How to evaluate new treatments

Programs

Register for a free six-week self-management program.

Please browse our offerings below. For more information or questions about program registration, please call 302-990-0522.


  • Diabetes - English

    In-person

    Open only to:

    Senior Center Members Only

    Newark Senior Center
    200 White Chapel Drive, Newark, DE 19713

    New Castle County

    Fri
    10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

    Sessions:
    • Sep 5, 2025
    • Sep 12, 2025
    • Sep 19, 2025
    • Sep 26, 2025
    • Oct 3, 2025
    • Oct 10, 2025
    Register

    Seats available

  • Diabetes - English

    In-person

    Open to:

    General Public

    Cape Henlopen Senior Center
    11 Christian St., Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

    Sussex County

    Thu
    9am-11:30am

    Sessions:
    • Sep 25, 2025
    • Oct 2, 2025
    • Oct 9, 2025
    • Oct 16, 2025
    • Oct 23, 2025
    • Oct 30, 2025
    Register

    Seats available

  • Diabetes - English

    In-person

    Open only to:

    CHEER Members Only

    Georgetown Cheer Center
    20520 Sand Hill Road, Georgetown, DE 19947

    Sussex County

    Wed
    9:00 AM to 11:15 AM

    Sessions:
    • Oct 1, 2025
    • Oct 8, 2025
    • Oct 15, 2025
    • Oct 22, 2025
    • Oct 29, 2025
    • Nov 5, 2025
    Register

    Seats available

  • Diabetes - English

    In-person

    Open to:

    General Public

    Harrington Public Library
    101 Little Mastens Corner Rd., Harrington, DE 19952

    Kent County

    Fri
    10-12:30

    Sessions:
    • Aug 15, 2025
    • Aug 22, 2025
    • Aug 29, 2025
    • Sep 5, 2025
    • Sep 12, 2025
    • Sep 19, 2025
    Register

    Seats available

  • Diabetes - English

    In-person

    Open to:

    General Public

    Food Bank Of Delaware
    222 Lake Drive, Newark, DE 19702

    New Castle County

    Fri
    11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

    Sessions:
    • Jul 18, 2025
    • Jul 25, 2025
    • Aug 1, 2025
    • Aug 8, 2025
    • Aug 15, 2025
    • Aug 22, 2025
    Register

    Seats available

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Have questions or need registration assistance? Call 302-990-0522.