Self-Management Workshops

Dining with Diabetes

Dining with Diabetes is an evidence-based national Extension curriculum that teaches diet, lifestyle behaviors, and self-efficacy skills for diabetes self-management. The four weekly, two-hour sessions program that includes cooking demonstrations and recipes, is facilitated by trained Extension educators through the University of Tennessee.

Classes presented in: Lake, Weakley, Madison, Henderson, McNairy, and Hardin counties

Take Charge of Your Diabetes

This evidence-based program developed by Stanford University Patient Education Research Center (Diabetes Self-Management Program) is a fun, skill-building program designed for persons with diabetes. The program helps individuals take day-to-day responsibility for their diabetes care. Participants gain skills necessary to self-manage their diabetes and work effectively with their healthcare professionals. Funding to support the program is provided from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Power U

Power U is a school-based program presented by University of Tennessee Extension Agents intended for 4th and 5th graders. Promotes age-appropriate activities for healthy eating combined with daily physical activity.

Classes presented in: Lake, Weakley, Madison, Henderson, McNairy, and Hardin counties

Chair Yoga

Chair Yoga is a research-based fitness program designed to improve flexibility, strength, and balance—all from the comfort of a chair! This gentle form of yoga is perfect for all fitness levels, including those with limited mobility or balance concerns.

• Enhances flexibility & mobility
• Supports joint health & posture
• Reduces stress & promotes relaxation
• Accessible for everyone—no floor exercises required!

Classes presented in: Lake, Weakley, Madison, Henderson, McNairy, and Hardin counties

Prevent Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Program

1 in 3 Americans has pre-diabetes and most do not know it.

YOU MAY HAVE PRE-DIABETES and be at risk for type 2 diabetes if you:

• Are 45 years of age or older
• Are overweight
• Have a family history of type 2 diabetes
• Are physically active fewer than 3 times per week
• Ever had diabetes while pregnant (gestational diabetes) or gave birth to a baby that weighed more than 9 pounds

Join us for the PreventT2 Diabetes Prevention Program and learn how to prevent this chronic health condition.

As part of a PreventT2 group, you will work with a trained lifestyle coach and other participants to learn the skills you need to make lasting changes. You will learn to eat healthy, add physical activity to your life, manage stress, stay motivated, and solve problems that can get in the way of healthy changes.

PreventT2 is a year-long program with weekly meetings for the first 6 months, then meetings once or twice a month for the second 6 months to help you maintain your healthy lifestyle changes. By meeting with others who have pre-diabetes you can celebrate each other’s successes and work together to overcome obstacles.

Offered in Hardeman County on Wednesday afternoons from 3pm-4pm CST.

Email Janice.Berryman@hardemanhealth.org to get started!