Stanford University developed Living Well: Diabetes Self-Management Program, a community-based, peer-led program to teach persons with type 2 diabetes the skills needed in the day-to-day management of this condition. Participants will also learn to manage commonly experienced symptoms, such as:
- Fatigue
- Tense muscles
- Stress/anxiety
- Pain
- Difficult emotions
- Depression
This program was rigorously tested and proven to effectively help persons with type 2 Diabetes better manage their condition and symptoms associated with having this chronic condition.
What you will learn:
Techniques to deal with symptoms of diabetes, fatigue, pain, stress
- Healthy eating

- Physical activity
- Working with your healthcare team
- Effective communication with health care providers
- Action planning/Goal setting
Workshops meet:
Once a week (same day)
2 ½ hours (same time)
6 consecutive weeks
For more information visit: http://patienteducation.stanford.edu/programs/