What is Pre-Diabetes?

A person with Pre-Diabetes has a blood sugar level higher than normal, but not high enough for a diagnosis of diabetes. People with Pre-Diabetes are at an increased risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes.
The good news is that you can manage your risk for
Type 2 Diabetes.
Small steps make a big difference and can help you live
a longer, healthier life.
The CDC's National Diabetes Prevention Program is an evidence-based lifestyle change program for preventing Type 2 Diabetes.
• It can help people cut their risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes in half (or even more if you are over 60).
• The Diabetes Prevention Program research study showed that making modest behavior changes helped participants lose 5% to 7% of their body weight—that is 10 to 14 pounds for a 200-pound person.

Us the screening test located here to see if you are at risk:http://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/prevention/pdf/prediabetestest.pdf
 

This is program of the Healthy Community Alliance in collaboration with The Springville – Concord Elder Network (SCENe) with funding from the NYS Health Foundation



The program consists of six, 2 ½ hour class sessions held weekly. Pre-registration is required. 

Date: July 13, 20, 27 &
August 3, 10, 17
Time: 12:00-2:30 pm - lunch included
 

Do You Help an Older Relative or Friend?

Let’s Face It…
Caring for someone with a chronic illness such as dementia, heart disease, Parkinson’s disease or stroke can be stressful physically, emotionally and financially.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a six-week educational program designed to provide you with the tools you need to take care of yourself.

You will learn to:

* Reduce stress
*Improve self-confidence
*Better communicate your feelings
*Balance your life
*Increase your ability to make tough decisions
*Locate helpful resources

Sponsored by The Cattaraugus County Department of the Aging and New York Connects

To register for either program call Carol at (716) 372-0200