2020 Media Releases

Date:

March 12, 2020

Media Contact:

Peggy Apthorpe, Health and Fitness, 402-441-7796

Aging Partners Diabetes Workshops Begin April 7

Aging Partners invites adults with diabetes, their family members and friends to attend a series of free Diabetes Self-Management Workshops beginning in April. The program will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesdays, April 7 through May 12, at Union Bank and Trust, 3643 S. 48th St., in the lower level meeting room.

The workshop is free, but a suggested contribution of $4 per class is appreciated. Preregistration is required by calling 402-441-7575, and class size is limited. The following topics will be discussed:

• Determining what to eat and when to exercise
• Monitoring blood sugar
• Caring for your feet
• Communicating with family and health care providers
• Managing low and high blood sugar
• Dealing with stress and learning relaxation techniques
• Setting small and achievable goals
• Increasing self-confidence
• Feeling better and taking charge

More information on Aging Partners is available at aging.lincoln.ne.gov.