The National Diabetes Prevention Program is a CDC-approved program that teaches lifestyle changes to prevent type 2 diabetes.

Click here to see if you may be at risk for Type 2 diabetes.  Please note: This program is not designed for people who have already been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes.

The National Diabetes Prevention Program will help you: 

• learn how to eat healthier
• be more physically active and manage stress
• develop skills to make healthier choices to lose weight
• get the long-term support you need to stick with the changes

The Diabetes Prevention Program meets once a week for 16 weeks, then once or twice a month for the rest of the year.  A trained lifestyle coach will provide guidance and encouragement throughout the program. Classes are one-hour, and will be held at the same time each week. 

The class begins on Monday September 24, 2018 at 12:00 PM, and classes will meet at Healthy Community Coalition, 105 Mt. Blue Circle, Farmington, ME across the street from the hospital.

MaineHealth Employees: Please call (207) 661-7294 to receive the employee code you will need to apply at check-out.

The National Diabetes Prevention Program is a CDC-led initiative that teaches lifestyle changes to prevent type 2 diabetes.

Click here to see if you may be at risk for prediabetes.  Please note: This program is not designed for people who have already been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes.

The Diabetes Prevention Program will help you: 

• Learn how to eat healthier, be more physically active and manage stress
• Develop skills to make healthier choices to lose weight
• Get the long-term support you need to stick with the changes

The Diabetes Prevention Program meets for one year: once a week for 16 weeks, then bi-monthly or monthly for the rest of the year.  A trained Lifestyle Coach will provide guidance and encouragement throughout the program. Classes are one-hour, and will be held at the same time each week. This class will be taught both in-person, and online, so you can attend most of the classes from the comfort of your own home.

The class begins on Tuesday September 11, 2018 at 5:00 PM, and in-person classes will meet at the Learning Resource Center in Falmouth.

MaineHealth Employees: Please call (207) 661-7294 to receive the employee code you will need to apply at check-out. 

Time: Classes are scheduled based on participant availability.

Location: Boothbay Region YMCA, 261 Townsend Ave. Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538

Price: $329 for the year, including a 12-week YMCA membership. The Y is committed to ensuring everyone can participate, regardless of ability to pay. Financial Assistance is available if you need it.

To Register: Call Casey Clark Kelley, Healthy Living Director, for more information or to enroll in the program. 207-350-7026.

www.boothbayregionymca.org

Time: Classes are scheduled based on participant availability.

Location: Central Lincoln County YMCA, 525 Main Street Damariscotta, ME 04543

Price: $329 for the year, including a 12-week YMCA membership. The Y is committed to ensuring everyone can participate, regardless of ability to pay. Financial Assistance is available if you need it.

To Register: Call Casey Clark Kelley, Healthy Living Director, for more information or to enroll in the program. 207-350-7026.

www.clcymca.org

What is Prediabetes? Do I have it? Should I be worried? How do I reverse it or prevent it?

Maybe you or a family member have questions or worries similar to these. If so, this class will be a great introduction for you! We will cover the basics of what prediabetes is, how it can affect your health, and what you can do about it today.

Health educator Kayla will be the instructor for this class. She also teaches the National Diabetes Prevention Program through MaineHealth. She will cover the basics of what this program offers and how you can register if you are interested.