No-cost Diabetes PATH virtual workshops start in February, March

submitted by National Kidney Foundation of Michigan

If you are living with type 2 diabetes or you care for someone who does, consider taking an upcoming Diabetes Personal Action Toward Health (DPATH) virtual workshop presented by the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan (NKFM). Offered at no cost to participants, the fun six-week workshop features a facilitator working with a small group to explore skills and tools to help people with diabetes and their loved ones improve the quality of their lives. Session topics include controlling symptoms, decreasing stress, advocating for yourself, communicating with health providers, and more. The DPATH workshops are open to all residents in Michigan with access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone.

Diabetes PATH
Mondays, 6–8pm
Information Session: February 6, 2023
Sessions 1–6: February 13 to March 20
New participants can join through Monday, February 20, 2023

Diabetes PATH
Wednesdays, 1–3pm
Information Session: February 15, 2023
Sessions 1–6: February 22 to March 25
New participants can join through Wednesday, March 1, 2023

Diabetes PATH
Tuesdays, 6–8pm
Information Session: March 14, 2023
Sessions 1–6: March 21 to April 25
New participants can join through Tuesday, March 28, 2023

To register for any of these workshops, visit http://classes.beaumont.org or www.nkfm.org/diabetesPATH or call (800) 633-7377.

To find additional PATH programs, visit nkfm.org/PATH or mihealthyprograms.org.

Why is the NKFM interested in helping people with type 2 diabetes? Diabetes is a major cause of kidney disease, and 33% of Michigan adults, or one in three, is at risk for kidney disease. If you have kidney disease, you also have a higher risk for severe COVID-19 complications. The NKFM is raising awareness about kidney disease and working hard to change these numbers. Take our one-minute Kidney Risk Quiz today to find out if you are part of the 33%.

The mission of the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan is to prevent kidney disease and improve the quality of life for those living with it. With more than a million people in Michigan affected by kidney disease, the NKFM works to provide life-changing programs and services across the state. For the past 13 years, Charity Navigator — the nation’s leading nonprofit evaluator — has recognized the NKFM with its highest rating of 4 stars for success in sound fiscal management. nkfm.org

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by Marsha Chartrand

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