DSME - Self Management Diabetes Programme

Diabetes Self Management Education.

DSME Education program

Living and coping with diabetes can be difficult. You may feel angry, depressed or alone as it is not easy to accept that you now face the daily challenges of having a chronic condition.

However having diabetes doesn’t mean you can’t lead a full and active life.

The DSME program has been developed to give you the skills and confidence you need to take a more active part in your own care, together with your healthcare team.

How Does The Course Work?

• This free self management program consists of a two hour session each week for six weeks.
• Participants can learn from the facilitators leading the course, share and gain wisdom, support and motivation from others attending.
• Friends, Whanau, and care givers are very welcome to attend.

Why attend a DSME Education Program?

People with diabetes are entitled to up to date information in a supportive environment in order for them to make informed choices about self-care.

This course is based on research which has shown that people with diabetes are the experts in their own care and need to be in control of managing their condition.

Who Attends the Education Program?

• People diagnosed with type 2 diabetes who are enrolled with a HealthWEST practice.
• People who are keen to share their experiences and learn from others.
• People keen to learn new skills and knowledge to help them manage their diabetes
• Those who are able to make a commitment to all six sessions.

Where is the program held?

Programmes are held in community venues as close as possible to your doctors Practice.

Below is a table of upcoming DSME courses during 2010

You will learn how to:

• Manage your symptoms
• Communicate confidently with your doctor or health professional
• Prevent/delay complications
• Set personal goals
• AND…..Live well with Diabetes

For more information about the program contact:

Denise Trotman

Diabetes Facilitator Ph 837 8843

Email  deniseT@healthwest.co.nz

WDHB purchased the EPIC manual 2005 and have renamed it DSME

Diabetes Self Management Education.

It will now be going district wide to all other PHO’s.