Diabetes Education Program (DEP)
A program to support adults that are newly diagnosed or have been managing Pre- or Type 2 diabetes. Areas of focus include nutrition, physical activity, blood glucose monitoring and medication management.
Overview
The NYFHT Diabetes Education Program is a publicly-funded program available to all Ontarians and supports adults that are newly diagnosed or have been managing Pre- or Type 2 diabetes. We offer education in both individual and group settings and we are committed to a collaborative and patient-centred approach. Areas of focus of counselling include nutrition, physical activity, blood glucose monitoring and medication management.
How to Access Our Program
Individuals who are interested in accessing our program may either self-refer or receive a referral from their healthcare provider.
Or register by contacting our program directly at 416-494-3003 (ext 131)
Virtual Session Programs
Healthy Eating & Physical Activity for Prediabetes Management
Learn about what’s happening in your body when you have prediabetes and how you can manage your blood sugars through healthy eating, physical activity and stress management.
- January 8, 2025: 1:00-2:30pm ET
- February 5, 2025: 1:00-2:30pm ET
- March 5, 2025: 1:00-2:30pm ET
Healthy Eating & Physical Activity for Type 2 Diabetes Management
Learn about what’s happening in your body when you have Type 2 Diabetes and how you can help manage your blood sugars with healthy eating and physical activity.
- January 15, 2025: 1:00-2:30pm ET
- February 12, 2025: 1:00-2:30pm ET
- March 19, 2025: 1:00-2:30pm ET
Living with Type 2 Diabetes - Reducing your Risk of Complications
Learn about the different medications that can help you manage your blood sugars and the steps you can take to help reduce your risk of diabetes-related complications.
- January 22, 2025: 1:00-2:30pm ET
- February 26, 2025: 1:00-2:30pm ET
- March 26, 2025: 1:00-2:30pm ET
Diabetes Education Program (DEP) Individual Patient Appointment Wait Times
(based on when patient calls to begin the appointment process)
- DEP Registered Dietitian: 6 weeks
- DEP Registered Dietitian & Registered Nurse: 6 weeks
- DEP Registered Nurse: 4 weeks
- DEP Team (includes a combination of DEP registered dietitian, registered nurse, and/or pharmacist as needed): 5 weeks
We kindly remind all patients who have been referred to the NYFHT DEP for one of the above services that they must call reception to begin the
appointment process. Referrals made without a patient call will not be scheduled for an appointment.
More Information
Looking for more information or unable to attend a group session?
Please watch these videos from Diabetes Canada, or click below link to learn more about Prediabetes and Type 2 Diabetes.
Program Team
Kate Carey
Registered Nurse, Certified Diabetes Educator
Jasmine Montreuil
Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator
Jennifer Otley
Registered Dietitian/Certified Diabetes Educator
Caddie Sze
Registered Pharmacist
Eric Lui
Registered Pharmacist
Rita Ha
Registered Pharmacist
Amanda Clarke
Admin Assistant