We understand that getting a new diagnosis and dealing with a chronic disease can be overwhelming. Diabetes touches the lives of so many and, unfortunately, more and more people are being diagnosed with this chronic disease every day.
Our Diabetes Education Program believes that ongoing support and education plays an important role in the management of diabetes. We offer various ways to connect with our clients and support them in their diabetes management:
- In person visits in Port Hope, Cobourg, Colborne, Roseneath and Alderville First Nations
- Virtual (OTN) or phone appointments
- Education workshops in person and online using Zoom
- Appointments with the Endocrinologist will be held by video or phone.
Who We Serve
Adults with Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes, Prediabetes, those who are at risk of developing diabetes, and those who are on insulin pump therapy.
We are a certified insulin pump therapy clinic offering support to those currently using or looking to start using insulin pumps.
How to See Us
1. Referral from your healthcare provider: DEC Referral Form for Healthcare Providers
2. Call us to book an appointment: 905-885-2626 x238.
Please note: As a client of our Diabetes Education program, you would continue to be seen by your family doctor in addition to care from our friendly and professional staff. Due to a high volume of calls it may take us 3-5 business days to return phone calls for non-urgent questions.
Our Team
Our Diabetes Team is an interdisciplinary team of Certified Diabetes Educators that includes Nurses, Dietitians, Social Worker, and a Program Assistant.
This team meets with individuals and groups to talk about:
- What is diabetes and how diabetes medications work;
- How to self-manage diabetes in order to stay healthier longer and delay complications resulting from diabetes.
- How to cope with the life stresses that can affect diabetes and how to cope with this chronic disease
Locations
Community Health Centres of Northumberland
99 Toronto Rd, Suite 101
Port Hope, ON
Cobourg Community Centre
750 Darcy St,
Cobourg, ON
(Mondays and Tuesdays only)
Colborne, ON
34 Victoria St
Colborne, ON
(Wednesdays only)
Alderville First Nation
8913 Hwy 45
Roseneath, ON
(Twice per month)
Alnwick Civic Centre
9059 County Road 45
Roseneath, ON
(Once a month)
