The Diabetes Program aims to improve the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with diabetes (and their families) through education and training based on the improvement and management of diet, physical activities and
weight management.

This program aims to help Clients increase and sustain self-management of their chronic illness.

Program Services
By working together with the Diabetes Coordinator and health team, Clients can access:

a full health assessment, screening and testing (e.g. blood sugar levels, HbA1c, urine, ACR and cholesterol checks)
regular health checks by medical staff, foot and eye specialists and the dietician
a health care plan with regular reviews
activity days which address diet, exercise and health in all areas that affect diabetes
a range of visiting Specialists
health, education and promotion to raise awareness about diabetes and how to manage it
advise on healthy choices of meals + portion sizes
support from the community through group activities like walking groups, cooking, education sessions on walking groups, reading food labels and counting carbohydrates
Medical advice for diabetes self management.

What can you do to better manage diabetes?

Have an interest in improving your health
Keep a record of your blood sugar level
Be willing to participate in any diabetes activities being offered
To work with the Diabetes Coordinator and health providers as a team
Take your medication as prescribed by your GP
Encourage family members to participate with you in making healthy changes to your lifestyle
To look at improving your health long term, not just a ‘quick fix’.