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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.

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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

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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.

  • October 9, 2024: 1:00 – 2:30pm ET
  • November 6, 2024: 1:00 – 2:30pm ET
  • December 4, 2024: 1:00 – 2:30pm ET
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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.

  • October 16, 2024: 1:00 – 2:30pm ET
  • November 13, 2024: 1:00 – 2:30pm ET
  • December 11, 2024: 1:00 – 2:30pm ET
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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.

  • October 23, 2024: 1:00 – 2:30pm ET
  • November 20, 2024: 1:00 – 2:30pm ET
  • December 18, 2024: 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: 3 weeks
  • DEP Registered Dietitian & Registered Nurse: 5 weeks
  • DEP Registered Nurse: 9 weeks
  • DEP Team (includes a combination of DEP registered dietitian, registered nurse, and/or pharmacist as needed): 3 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

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Kate Carey

Registered Nurse, Certified Diabetes Educator

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Jasmine Montreuil

Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator

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Jennifer Otley

Registered Dietitian/Certified Diabetes Educator

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Caddie Sze

Registered Pharmacist

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Eric Lui

Registered Pharmacist

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Rita Ha

Registered Pharmacist

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Amanda Clarke

Admin Assistant