Diabetes Prevention Program

Prevent Developing Type 2 Diabetes

Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) is for people who have prediabetes and want to prevent developing type 2 diabetes. It is a community-based, lifestyle change program. The topics include eating healthier, reducing stress, and getting more physically active.

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Diabetes Prevention Program

Benefits of the class:

  • Learn to manage your health in a way that can lower your risk for type 2 diabetes
  • Learn how to get and stay motivated
  • Support from other participants and trained lifestyle coach

Who should take the class:

This class is for people who are motivated to lose weight and live a healthier life. It requires significant commitment in time, but the results could make a major difference in your quality of life.

About the class:

A trained lifestyle coach will lead each class, covering topics on how to make positive choices for our health. You'll be supported in class by other participants, on similar journeys. Group discussions will help you develop goals and problem-solve together.  You will learn how to:

  • Lose body weight
  • Increase physical activity
  • Eat healthier
  • Use practice strategies for staying motivated
  • Manage stress, solve problems & avoid negative thoughts
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Is there a fee?

This premium education series that A.C.E. of SW Minnesota offers is made possible thru Title III-D grant funding and your generous donations.  If you enjoy this service and would like to contribute to future events, please click on the Donate button below and make a contribution today!

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A.C.E. of Southwest Minnesota is funded in part by AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Program, MN Board on Aging, and MNRAAA.
It is also sponsored locally by Cottonwood, Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Nobles, Pipestone, Redwood, and Rock Counties.

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