Diabetes Education
“When it comes to diabetes, knowledge is power!”
Overview
A comprehensive diabetes management program aimed at supporting patients and families, in their diabetes self-management, through education, medication adjustment and collaborative goal setting. To work closely with clients and their families living with diabetes in PEC, along with their physicians and nurse practitioners. We promote self-management and improve quality of life through education, motivation and through supporting behavioral change in clients and families living with diabetes.
There are different types of Diabetes:
Type I Diabetes
- 10% of people with diabetes have Type I diabetes
- Usually occurs in children and adolescents
- The pancreas is unable to produce a hormone called insulin
Type II Diabetes
- 90% of people with diabetes have Type II diabetes
- Usually occurs in adults but more children are being diagnosed with Type II diabetes
- The pancreas does not produce enough insulin or the body does not use its insulin supply effectively
Gestational Diabetes
- A temporary condition during pregnancy
- Can lead to an increased risk of mother and child developing diabetes
Pre-Diabetes
- refers to a condition where a person’s blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes.
Possible Complications of Diabetes
It is important to properly manage diabetes to reduce your risk of serious health complications.
Uncontrolled diabetes can lead to:
- Diseases of the heart, kidney and eyes
- Nerve damage, particularly in the feet
- Erectile dysfunction
Access the Patients Resource Library to connect to categorized online resources.
Goals
A comprehensive diabetes management program aimed at supporting patients and families, in their diabetes self-management, through education, medication adjustment and collaborative goal setting. To work closely with clients and their families living with diabetes in Prince Edward County, along with their physicians and nurse practitioners. We promote self-management and improve quality of life through education, motivation and through supporting behavioral change in clients and families living with diabetes.
Services
We provide education to adults with Type 1, Type 2 and Pre-diabetes and their families in the following areas:
- Understanding diabetes
- Healthy eating
- Healthy lifestyles
- Self-managing your diabetes
- Insulin and other treatment options
- How to use your blood glucose meter
- How to use your insulin pen
- Recognizing symptoms of low or high blood sugar
Online Follow-up Appointment Booking Option
*Appointments are only available at the Harbourview Clinic in Picton at this time.
Online booking for appointments in Wellington coming soon!
Websites
Free Apps
Set a daily calories goal and record your daily food and exercise to make sure you stay on track
Be inspired to cook anytime, day or night with Cookspiration created by Dietitians of Canada.
App available to suit your mood and schedule.
Links of Interest
Financial Assistance and Services
- Insulin Pump and Supplies Program 1-800-268-6021
- Application for Funding for Insulin Syringes for Seniors 1-800-268-6021
- Ontario Drug Benefit Program (ODB) 1-888-387-5559
- Ontario Monitoring for Health Program 1-800-361-0796
- Trillium Drug Program 1-800-575-5386
Health Information
- Diabetes Canada
- Canadian National Institute for the Blind 1-800-563-2642
- Kidney Foundation of Canada 1-800-387-4474
Nutrition and Recipes
Fitness
Contact Information
Christina Hoye, Diabetes Nurse Educator
Phone: 613-399-1281
Phone: 613-476-0400 ext. 212
Kim Storms, Registered Dietitian
Phone: 613-476-0400 ext. 211
Hours of Operation
Sandbanks Medical Centre, 12 Prince Edward Drive, Wellington – Monday & Tuesday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
PEFHT Harbourview Clinic, 35 Bridge Street, Picton – Monday through Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Patient Survey Shortcut - Participate Here!
Scan the QR Code to let us know how we did and what we can do better!
Or click here: Diabetes Education Program Survey