Diabetes 101

Diabetes 101: A 6-Week Foundations Series

April 2 – May 7, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

$10 per person (full 6-week series)

Build your confidence and strengthen your understanding of diabetes in this supportive 6-week educational series. Designed for those newly diagnosed, supporting a loved one, or looking to refresh their knowledge, this class offers practical, research-based guidance to help you better understand and manage diabetes in everyday life.

What You'll Do

Each week, we’ll explore key topics that help build a clear foundation for diabetes management. Beginning with the different types of diabetes, risk factors, and symptoms, the series will move into nutrition, meal planning, and lifestyle strategies that support healthy blood sugar management.

Through guided discussions and practical examples, you’ll learn how to make informed choices about food, understand how carbohydrates affect blood sugar, and develop realistic habits that support long-term health.

You'll Learn:

• The three main types of diabetes and common risk factors

• Signs and symptoms to discuss with your healthcare provider

• How carbohydrates affect blood sugar

• Practical approaches to balanced meal planning

• How sodium and fats impact heart health and diabetes

• How to work effectively with your diabetes care team

• Lifestyle habits that support blood sugar management

• Strategies for goal setting, physical activity, and stress management

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What's Included

• Six weekly educational sessions

• Evidence-based diabetes education

• Guided discussion and practical examples

• Resources to support healthy lifestyle habits

• Opportunities to ask questions and build confidence in managing diabetes

Who This Workshop Is For

• Individuals newly diagnosed with diabetes

• People wanting to better understand diabetes management

• Family members or caregivers supporting someone with diabetes

• Anyone interested in learning more about nutrition and blood sugar health

• Community members seeking practical health education

Event Details

What to Bring: Just yourself and a notebook if you'd like to take notes

Experience Level: All levels welcome

Takeaway: A strong foundation for understanding and managing diabetes

Location: Prairie Fruits Farm Classroom

4410 N Lincoln Ave, Champaign, IL

Tickets: $10 per person (covers the full 6-week series)