Blackburn With Darwen
In response to coronavirus (COVID-19) measures for the safety of our patients and providers, all face-to-face learning sessions are currently suspended.
Please see the Learn on Your Own section of the website to find out more about the online resources and learning available.
For up to date advice in relation to coronavirus (COVID-19) please visit:
- Gov.uk: Coronavirus (COVID-19): what you need to do
- NHS: Advice for everyone
- NHS: Advice for people at higher risk
For other help, advice and support please visit the Diabetes UK website.
You have two options to access face-to-face support.
EMPOWER - Engage, Motivate, Plan, Ownership, Wellness, Educate, Review
EMPOWER is an award winning face to face group education designed for people diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. The EMPOWER course will help you understand what diabetes is, the effect it has on your body and how to make small, achievable changes to the food you eat and your everyday life. The course focuses on diet, exercise and lifestyle changes, setting personal goals and enabling you to take better control of your diabetes.
EMPOWER is free, paid for by the NHS and you’ll learn all you need to know in only ONE day of 4 hours.
Our trained educators will be present to facilitate the group, offer you guidance on how to manage your diabetes, as well as answer any questions you may have. EMPOWER courses are available on weekdays, evenings or weekends. It is delivered in your preferred language and will cater to your support needs, such as delivery via British Sign Language.
Sign-up for EMPOWER now
If you have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, are 17 years and above and have not accessed diabetes education before, click here to book your place online.
Call: 0800 852 7460
Email: spirit.empower@nhs.net
Or ask your GP or Nurse to refer you.
DESMOND
DESMOND (Diabetes Education and Self-Management for Ongoing and Newly Diagnosed) is a highly-recommended, free and fun group session delivered by specially-trained NHS health professionals for people with Type 2 diabetes.
DESMOND is a great way to understand your diabetes, improve your ability to manage the condition and your blood sugar levels. You should come away from your session with the knowledge and confidence to improve your overall health and wellbeing.
DESMOND sessions are completely free and run for either one 6-hour session or two 3-hour sessions. They are delivered to groups of up to 10 people like you diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, and you can also bring along a friend or partner to your session. DESMOND sessions are delivered in English, Urdu or Gujarati.
Sign-up for DESMOND now
Call: 01254 283886
Email: desmondbwd@lancashirecare.nhs.uk
Or ask your GP or Nurse to refer you.
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