Helping You Take Control of Diabetes
Manage your health with personalized education and ongoing support for Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes. Our certified program focuses on empowering patients to live well through practical, individualized guidance.
What to Expect
With a referral from your provider, you’ll work closely with a care team that includes registered nurses, a registered dietitian, and a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES). Instruction is tailored to your unique goals and lifestyle.
How It Works
Our team offers the following services:
- Diabetes Self-Management Education & Support (DSMES)
- Prediabetes classes and prevention tools
- Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)
- Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM)
- Diabetes Support Group meetings
Education Topics Include:
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Medications & Insulin Use
- Meal Planning & Nutrition
- Exercise & Activity Planning
- Skin & Foot Care
- Setting & Achieving Personal Health Goals
- Healthy Coping
Program Highlights
- ADA-recognized Diabetes Education Program
- Certified by the Iowa Department of Public Health and Iowa Medicaid
- One-on-one and group education options
- Instruction for prediabetes and diabetes prevention
- Ongoing support for long-term disease management
JCRHC proudly offers the following Educational opportunities:
Initial and follow-up education is available with a referral from your healthcare provider. Sessions are tailored to your individual needs and provider recommendations to help you confidently manage your diabetes.
Education topics include:
- Healthy eating
- Physical activity
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Medication management
- Reducing health risks
- Problem solving
- Coping strategies
Follow-up education is recommended for anyone who needs to update their diabetes plan, review core concepts, or receive additional support in improving blood sugar control.
Individuals diagnosed with prediabetes are at an increased risk for developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. These quarterly classes focus on lifestyle changes that can help reverse or delay diabetes.
Topics include:
- Understanding your risk
- Building healthy eating habits
- Increasing physical activity
- Setting achievable goals
- Long-term prevention strategies
- Contact the Diabetes Education Center for upcoming dates and cost details.
Monthly support group meetings are open to the public and free of charge. These sessions provide ongoing education, encouragement, and peer support for managing diabetes more effectively.
Each meeting includes:
- A new educational topic
- Practical tips and tools
- Group discussion and shared experiences
Contact the Diabetes Education Center for a full schedule of meeting dates, times, and topics.
Available by referral, CGM allows for real-time monitoring of your glucose levels through wearable technology.
Education includes how to:
- Use the device properly
- Understand and respond to glucose trends
- Make informed lifestyle and treatment adjustments
With a provider referral, you can meet one-on-one with a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator for personalized nutrition counseling.
Support is available for:
- Diabetes management
- Weight control
- Food allergies and intolerances
- Heart health
- General nutrition needs
Diabetes Education
Support, Knowledge, & Confidence To Manage Your Health
At Jackson County Hospital, our Diabetes Education Program is designed to empower individuals living with diabetes. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or looking to better manage your condition, we offer personalized education and support to help you take control of your blood sugar, lifestyle, and long-term health.
What is Diabetes Education?
Diabetes education is a guided, personalized program to help patients:
- Understand their diagnosis
- Learn how to monitor and control blood sugar levels
- Build healthier habits through nutrition, exercise, and medication management
- Reduce the risk of complications and improve quality of life
Education is available for Adults with:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Gestational Diabetes
- Pre-Diabetes
What to Expect
Individual or Small-Group Sessions
- Led By Qualified Healthcare Professionals With Experience In Diabetes Care
- One-On-One Assessments To Understand Your Specific Goals And Lifestyle
- Collaborative Learning In A Supportive Setting
Topics May Include:
- Blood glucose monitoring and understanding your numbers
- Healthy eating and meal planning
- Physical activity recommendations
- Medication education, including insulin and oral medications
- Preventing complications (eye, foot, kidney, and heart health)
- Stress management and coping strategies
Customized Plans
- Sessions are tailored to your needs, goals, and learning preferences
- Education is integrated with your provider’s care plan
Take Control of Your Diabetes, One Step at a Time.
The Diabetes Education Center at Jackson County Regional Health Center offers comprehensive diabetes services to adults with type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. Our mission is to provide quality, personalized education to promote self-management skills and optimal health outcomes.
With a referral from a health care provider, participants receive diabetes instruction tailored to meet individual needs in the areas of:
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Medications & Insulin
- Meal Planning & Nutrition
- Exercise Planning
- Skin & Foot Care
- Goal Setting
Certified by the American Diabetes Association
The JCRHC Diabetes Center is certified by the American Diabetes Association, Iowa Department of Public Health, and Iowa Medicaid Program. A team of registered nurses and a registered dietitian work together to provide clients with the skills they need to manage their diabetes. The team includes a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) who has comprehensive knowledge and experience in providing education for prediabetes, diabetes prevention and management.
The Diabetes Education Center at Jackson County Regional Health Center provides services such as:
- Diabetes Self-Management
- Training Prediabetes Classes
- Diabetes Support Group
- Meetings Continuous Glucose Monitoring
- Medical Nutrition Therapy
FAQS
Common Questions
Education is led by trained professionals, such as diabetes educators or registered nurses with a background in chronic disease management.
Yes. A provider referral is typically required to schedule diabetes education.
Yes. Involving family or caregivers can be helpful and is encouraged when possible.
It varies. Some people benefit from a single session, while others may attend a short series of visits depending on their needs.
Many insurance plans, including Medicare, cover diabetes education. Our team can help you verify your benefits before scheduling.
Yes. Early intervention through lifestyle changes can help prevent or delay the onset of Type 2 diabetes.
