Healthy Acadia is currently accepting applicants for the 2021 Lifestyle Change Program, a national diabetes prevention program that will begin classes on Tuesday, May 18.
The National Diabetes Prevention Program is the Center for Disease Control’s program for those at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The program is designed to help people with pre-diabetes reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes. Program goals include at least 5 percent weight loss and 150 minutes of physical activity per week. To make these goals achievable, the program includes education, support, and a simple but engaging program.
The National Diabetes Prevention Program is a 12 month hybrid program that is virtually zoomed to your mobile phone or computer and / or in person in accordance with all current COVID-19 health and safety guidelines. The program offers a private and safe experience that includes:
· Weekly classes for the first four months of the program, followed by monthly classes for the remainder of the year;
· Unlimited commitment as a lifestyle coach for 12 months;
· Online community to share your experience with individuals in your group;
Lifestyle Coach to lead your program and provide personal feedback during the 12 month program;
Scheduled in-person check-ins with each participant during the 12 month program;
· Downsize photo journal, activity and recording parameters so your lifestyle coach can provide individual feedback on your progress.
The 2021 program begins: Tuesday, May 18, three class options are available:
8 a.m. to 9 a.m., 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. or 5:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. This program is offered to participants free of charge. However, advance notification is required.
To register, please fill out the online application form for the program at bit.ly/diabetes-prevention-program and submit it.
For more information on how to enroll or to learn more about the program, please contact Angela Fochesato, Community Health Programs Manager, Healthy Acadia at 207-255-3741, ext 103 or Angela@HealthyAcadia.org.
If you think you are at risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes, take the confidential online screening test for diabetes: https://doihaveprediabetes.org/take-the-risk-test/# /. If your score suggests that you may be at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, speak to your doctor or contact Healthy Acadia.
