Dietitians and nutritionists can help you with special diets and planning physical activity. Nurses can teach you about medication, lifestyle, keeping your feet healthy, and other aspects of care. Your doctor is an important partner helping you manage your diabetes and staying well. Support Groups Diabetes support groups are sometimes led by a health professional and sometimes are simply a group of people with diabetes who get together to share information, tips, and friendship. Support groups are a wonderful Opportunity to learn how others cope with diabetes, to hear about resources and events related to diabetes in your community, and to share the challenges and successes of living with diabetes.
Support groups are usually free and open to all interested persons, including family members.
A.L. is the American Diabetes Association's information and referral program for people with diabetes, their families, medical professionals and the general public. A.L. links callers with trained personnel who offer information on healthful cooking, the latest in diabetes research, and support groups, and who make referrals to medical professionals and diabetes education programs.