ALWAYS SUPPORTING YOU

A large number of people in the United Kingdom have type 2 diabetes. As such, there is a lot of help and support out there for you.

In attending this EMPOWER course, you are part of a group of people from your local area, together sharing experiences and learning about:

  • Diet
  • Exercise and lifestyle changes
  • Medication
  • Setting personal goals
  • How to take better control of your diabetes

GP & NURSE SUPPORT

Having the right care is important in helping you to manage your diabetes. As well as looking after yourself, you will have an annual review meeting with your GP or nurse. This is where you can discuss your personal targets and agree a plan of action to help you reach them.

Areas of care you should think about and discuss with your GP or nurse at your next review can include:

  • Podiatry (foot care)

  • Eye Screening

  • Stopping smoking

  • Emotional well-being

  • Diet support

  • Weight management

  • Exercise schemes

  • Alcohol awareness

KEEP ON LEARNING

There is a wide range of information and support available to help you continue to learn more about and manage your diabetes. These include:

Diabetes UK

A UK charity that cares for, connects with and campaigns on behalf of all people with diabetes.

www.diabetes.org.uk

0345 123 2399

Up and Active

Weight Management is a self-referral programme which is open to anyone 16 years and over. Daytime and evening classes are available. The Up and Active team in East Lancashire can help you achieve your weight loss goals. The courses are free and run for 12 weeks. You can access the course on line:

www.upandactive.co.uk

Be Active and Eat Well

Lancashire County Council offers an exercise referral scheme and a weight management programme available in most parts of East Lancashire:

www.lancashire.gov.uk

You can find out all about the sports and leisure centres in East Lancashire. Find your nearest centre via:

www.upandactive.co.uk

 

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUPS IN EAST LANCASHIRE

Burnley Diabetes Support Group, meets monthly on the third Monday of every month at 7.30 pm contact: 

Donna Livesey:
donnalivesey@hotmail.com
07979363178 

Ribble Valley Voluntary Group, meets at Clitheroe Rugby Club:
dramasue@tesco.net 
07518375110

North West Diabetes Group has a Facebook page:
www.facebook. com/NorthWestDiabetesGroup