ANN ARBOR, MICH. — (July 14, 2022) — If you are living with type 2 diabetes or you care for someone who does, consider taking one of two upcoming Diabetes Personal Action Toward Health (DPATH) virtual workshops presented by the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan (NKFM). Offered at no cost to participants, the six-week online workshops feature a facilitator working with a small group to explore skills and tools to help people with diabetes and their loved ones improve the quality of their lives. Session topics include controlling symptoms, decreasing stress, advocating for yourself, communicating with health providers and more. DPATH workshops are open to all residents in Michigan and caregivers are welcome. Participate from home — no transportation needed! Register and join either of the following DPATH workshops with a computer, tablet or smartphone:
Diabetes PATH (virtual)
Mondays, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Information Session – Monday, August 15, 2022, 1:00 p.m.
Classes start on Monday, August 22, but new participants can join through Monday, August 29.
Sessions 1-6: August 22, 29, (no class on Sept. 5 – Labor Day); September 12, 19, 26; October 3.
To register, contact Beaumont: http://classes.beaumont.org. A Zoom meeting link will be sent to all registered participants.
Diabetes PATH (virtual)
Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Information Session – Thursday, August 18, 2022, 10:00 a.m.
Classes start on Thursday, August 25, but new participants can join through Thursday, September 1.
Sessions 1-6: August 25; September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29.
To register, call Ascension: 248-849-5752.
To find additional PATH programs, visit nkfm.org/PATH or mihealthyprograms.org.
If you do not use electronic devices, self-directed learning is available. NKFM can mail you a no-cost toolkit and provide live phone support with a small group. For more information, call 800-482-1455.
This interactive workshop is just one of many distance-learning options on disease prevention, disease management and physical activity for all ages now provided by the NKFM. For more information, visit nkfm.org/distancelearning or call 800-482-1455.
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