DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT EDUCATION & SUPPORT

Class Hours

Monday-Thursday:
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Friday:
7:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Saturday:
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Location

Saipan: Marina Heights 1, Room 302

Tinian: LCVA Health Center

Rota: Rota Health Center

Contact

Saipan: +1 (670) 234-8951 Ext. 2030

Tinian: +1 (670) 433-9263 Ext. 105/113

Rota: +1 (670) 532-9461

Programs and Services

OUR PROGRAM

The Diabetes Self-Management Education & Support program helps individuals and families prevent and manage diabetes and hypertension through education, support, and community engagement. The program promotes healthy lifestyles, builds skills for daily self-care, and connects participants to resources and services. By working with community partners and supporting environmental and policy changes, the program strengthens long-term prevention and improves health outcomes across the CNMI.

SERVICES

Diabetes Self-Management Education & Support

  • Weekly sessions on diabetes self-management education and support
    (after-hours sessions available from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM). Topics include basic nutrition, foot care, medication compliance, and physical activity
  • Support for creating personalized self-management goals along with progress and encouragement check-ins to help participants stay on track
  • Referrals for accessing community resources

Who Is Eligible?

  • Individuals ages 6 and above diagnosed with diabetes with an A1c reading of 5.6 or higher
  • Pregnant women diagnosed with gestational diabetes

What Is the Cost?

FREE