YMCA'S DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM
The YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program is an evidence-based program that helps adults prevent Type 2 Diabetes. Guided by a YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program Lifestyle Coach, participants learn small, measurable changes to reduce the risk for Type 2 diabetes and live a healthier lifestyle.
For adults age 18+
- One year program with 26 sessions. (16 weekly sessions, 2 bi-weekly sessions, and 8 monthly sessions)
- Small group, supportive environment
- Classroom-based - can be offered in any community setting
- Learn about healthier eating and increasing physical activity to reduce risk
Goals: Reduce body weight by 5-7% and increase physical activity to 150 minutes per week.
This course is valued at $450, but we can offer it FREE OF COST. The YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program has been made available to everyone in the community, thanks in part to funding from the Older Americans Act as granted by BayPath Elder Services, Inc.
The next course will be on Wednesdays 12-1pm, start date to be determined, at our Framingham Branch (280 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA 01701)
For more information contact Laura Gilbert at LGILBERT@METROWESTYMCA.ORG
