Diabetes
The increased growth of medical care spending can be pinpointed to chronic diseases – specifically the chronic condition of Diabetes.
Fortunately, with behavior and lifestyle changes, increased access to care, and support; Diabetes can be managed and the risk of developing Diabetes can be reduced. Siouxland has three options for educational program for Pre Diabetes and self-management for people with diabetes.
Diabetic Toolkit
Comparison Charts for Pre Diabetic and Diabetic Programming in Siouxland
YMCA
| Types of Classes | Pre Diabetics |
|---|---|
| Programming | Twelve month program consists of 18 core sessions, 3 bi-weekly sessions followed by 6 monthly sessions led by a trained Lifestyle Coach |
| Schedule | Bi-weekly |
| Referral | Doctor's Order |
| Cost | $80 up front, $30/mo for 11 months. Potential scholarships available. |
| Contact | (402) 404-8439 ex. 601 |
St. Luke’s
| Types of Classes | Pre Diabetes | Type 1 Diabetes | Type 2 Diabetes | Gestational Diabetes | Reaching Out for Better Health | Ipro Continuous Glucose Monitoring | Diabetes Express |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Programming | Helps individuals at risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes reduce their risk for developing the disease by taking steps that will improve their overall health and well-being | The type of diabetes requires daily insulin injections. Often this is seen in children. St Lukes provides pediatric diabetes care for these younger patients. | This type of diabetes often goes undetected. This type often occurs in adults. St. Lukes provides diabetes care for patients of all ages. | Occurs during pregnancy and usually disappers. St. Lukes offers education and glucose meter training to pregnant women with this form of diabetes. | A program for pre-diabetes/diabetes education. | iPro Evaluations use continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). An iPro evaluation will record your glucose levels for 72 hours (24 hours for 3 days) and will provide your healthcare provider with insights into how your diet, medication, and daily activities really affect your glucose levels. | One afternoon or evening class of Type 2 diabetes training. |
| Schedule | Pre-register | One-on-one | Bi-monthly, Wednesdays | Usually one-on-one | 2 10-week sessions yearly | One-on-One | Afternoon classes: 1:30-4:30pm, Evening class: 5:30-9:30pm |
| Referral | Voluntary | Doctor's Order | Doctor's Order | Doctor's Order | Voluntary | Doctor's Order | Voluntary |
| Cost | $50/30-min Self pay | Insurance Payment | Insurance Payment | Insurance Payment | FREE | Insurance Payment | FREE |
| Contact | (712) 279-3124 | (712) 279-3124 | (712) 279-3124 | (712) 279-3124 | (712) 279-3124 | (712) 279-3124 | (712) 279-3124 |
Mercy Medical Center
| Types of Classes | Pre Diabetes | Comprehensive Diabetes Self-Management | Gestational Diabetes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Programming | This program to help individuals at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes reduce their risk by taking steps that will improve their overall health and well-being. | Provides people with diabetes the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to successfully manage their diabetes and avoid complications. | Occurs during pregnancy and usually disappears. Education and glucose training for pregnant women. |
| Schedule | NA | Each month Tuesday and Wednesday | NA |
| Referral | Voluntary | Doctor's Order | Doctor's Order |
| Cost | Self pay | Insurance/Hospital Assistance | Insurance/Hospital Assistance |
| Contact | (712) 279-2345 | (712) 279-2345 | (712) 279-2345 |