The Diabetes Education Empowerment Program (DEEP™) workshop
Take control of your health with DEEP™, a program that helps people learn to manage diabetes. DEEP™ is a workshop designed to help individuals with pre-diabetes or diabetes, as well as their relatives and caregivers, gain a better understanding of diabetes self-care. Developed by the University of Illinois Chicago, the DEEP™ program is proudly offered by Access to Care to help you live a healthier life.
Why Join DEEP™?
- To help improve and maintain the quality of life .
- To help minimize complications and disabilities.
- To improve eating habits and maintain adequate nutrition.
- To aid in increasing physical activity.
- To assist in developing self-care skills.
Workshops last six weeks and include eight unique learning modules.
Understanding the Human Body
Learn about body function and diabetes management strategies.
Risk Factors for Diabetes
Discover the types of symptoms and risks for diabetes.
Monitoring Your Body
Master glucose meter use and understand hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia.
Physical Activity
Explore how regular exercise can help control diabetes.
Meal Planning
Learn to read food labels and manage meal portions.
Complications of Diabetes
Identify potential issues and communicate effectively with healthcare providers.
Medications and Medical Care
Understand diabetes medications and self-care strategies.
Living with Diabetes
Engage family and friends in your health journey and manage emotional impacts.
DEEP™ Workshop Registration
Diabetes Empowerment Education Program