Free diabetes support offered close to home

ELIZABETHTOWN | Living with diabetes can come with challenges, but support is available close to home. Community members are invited to attend University of Vermont Health Network – Elizabethtown Community Hospital's next Diabetes Support Group meeting. The event will be held Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 4:30 p.m. in the hospital board room. The group is open to anyone living with diabetes, as well as family members, caregivers and others who want to learn more about managing the condition. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions, share experiences and learn practical tips for living well with diabetes. Topics may include healthy eating, blood sugar goals, diabetes self-care and strategies for managing everyday challenges. According to Denise McLaughlin, RN, BSN, CDCES, from the hospital's Diabetes Education Program, one of the greatest benefits of the group is the chance to connect with others who understand what it's like to live with diabetes. "There is real value in talking with people who are facing many of the same challenges," McLaughlin said. "Support, encouragement and shared experiences can make a meaningful difference. The group provides a welcoming place where people can learn from one another and be reminded that they are not alone in their journey." The Diabetes Support Group is free and open to the public. Whether people have recently been diagnosed with diabetes or have been managing the condition for years, everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Denise McLaughlin at 518-873-9005.

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