The Diabetes Prevention Program is a year long lifestyle change program where you will work with a lifestyle coach as well as members of a group to learn the skills you need to make lasting changes to decrease your risk of developing Type Diabetes.

Being part of a group provides support from other people who are facing similar challenges and trying to make the same changes you are. Together you can celebrate successes and find ways to overcome obstacles.

KEY COMPONENTS OF THE PROGRAM INCLUDE:

• This program provides you with year long support, due to the fact that making lifestyle changes is an ongoing process. Staying in the program for the full year is essential to help you stick to new habits and avoid slipping back into old habits.

• CDC-approved curriculum with lessons, handouts, and other resources to help you make healthy changes.

• A Lifestyle Coach, specially trained to lead the program, to help you learn new skills, encourage you to set and meet goals, and keep you motivated. The coach will also facilitate discussions and help make the program fun and engaging.

• A support group of people with similar goals and challenges. Together, you can share ideas, celebrate successes, and work to overcome obstacles. In some programs, the participants stay in touch with each other during the week. It may be easier to make changes when you’re working as a group than doing it on your own.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

• Eat healthy without giving up all the foods you love

• Add physical activity to your life, even if you don’t think you have time

• Manage stress

• Stay motivated

• Understand and respond to your food cues

• Stay on track when eating out

• Solve problems that can get in the way of healthy changes