Kaweah Delta Begins Series Of Free Living Well With Diabetes Support Groups

VISALIA, CA – Tulare County continues to exceed state averages for rates of diabetes, according to the Tulare County Health and Human Services Agency. Adults diagnosed with diabetes, one of several diseases linked to obesity, has climbed since 2007, reaching 9.4 percent in 2009, compared to 7 percent statewide in 2009. Tulare County has the 7th highest diagnosed diabetes rates out of 59 counties.

In an effort to increase awareness and education in the community, Kaweah Delta Health Care District will begins its ongoing series of free monthly diabetes support groups beginning in March through November in Visalia, Woodlake and Orosi. The groups offer an opportunity to learn how to manage diabetes from experts in the field. Participants also learn about local resources and find support and encouragement in a safe and welcoming environment.

The free diabetes support groups will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on the following dates and at the following locations:

Visalia -First Thursday of the month at the Kaweah Delta Chronic Disease Management Center, 325 Willis St., Visalia

Woodlake -Third Thursday of the month at Woodlake Manor Apartments, 200E. Siera Ave. Woodlake

Orosi -Last Thursday of the month at Sand Creek Apartments, 41020 Rd. 124, Orosi

English and Spanish speakers are welcome at all support groups. The diabetes support groups are provided by Kaweah Delta’s Community Outreach Department in collaboration with Kaweah Delta Health Clinics, Kaweah Delta Specialty Clinics, Kaweah Delta Chronic Disease Management Center and Self-Help Enterprises.

For more information on Kaweah Delta’s diabetes support groups, please call 559-624-2416.