Vaughan Community Health Centre - Diabetes Education Program

Application

Self, doctor or health care provider referral
For more information and referral forms, click HERE

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Adults 18 years and older with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes

Fees

Free

Languages

English

Language Note

Interpretive Services

Area(s) Served

Western and Northern York Region

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Supports for people living with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes * one-on-one or group consultation on monitoring blood sugar levels, medications, healthy eating, exercise, and other lifestyle choices * registered nurse and dietitian on staff * chiropody services available with referral from your physician or diabetes educator

weekly virtual or in person groups - for people new to diabetes or a refresher
insulin starts
glucose screening clinics
nutritional counseling (healthy eating, meal planning recommendations)
post-gestational
foot care and chiropody services
weight management

About Us

Community Health Centres (CHCs) provide primary health care, social programs, and health promotion services with an emphasis on priority populations who face barriers accessing health care. Problems accessing health care may be a result of socio-economic status, geographic isolation, or cultural or linguistic barriers.