CENTERS

Diabetes Care Center

Diabetes Care Center Beverly Hospital at Danvers 480 Maple Street Danvers, MA 01923 978 304-8400

Diabetes Care Center Addison Gilbert Hospital 298 Washington Street Gloucester, MA 01930 978 283-4001, ext. 601

 

The American Diabetes Association recognizes the Diabetes Care Center as meeting the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education.

 

The Diabetes Care Center offers comprehensive programs for the care of people living with diabetes.  Our team of specialists will work with your primary care physician to improve your diabetes management and outcomes. Services include:

 

Diabetes Specialty Clinic:

Consultation to primary care physicians and staffed by an Endocrinologist, Nurse Certified Diabetes Educator, and Registered Dietitian Certified Diabetes Educator. The Clinic offers in-depth assessments and individualized recommendations to the primary care provider. Clients may see any or all of these practitioners who have strong backgrounds in the management of Diabetes. Physician referral, pre-registration and third party approval are required.

 

Hours:  Wednesday & Thursday afternoons 12:00 Noon - 5:00 pm

Diabetes Group Classes:

Lead by a Certified Diabetes Educator these classes provide instruction in the many aspects of diabetes. The seven-week series covers the self-management of diabetes. A referral by a physician and pre-registration are required.

Gestational Diabetes Program:

Specialized nutrition services and glucose monitoring education for pregnant women. One-on-one visits with Certified Diabetes Educator Registered Nurse and Registered Dietitian are individually scheduled to meet client's needs.  The client is allowed up to three visits, depending on assessed needs. A referral by a physician and pre-registration are required.

Holistic Health Services:

An holistic approach to health and wellness can be helpful to people with diabetes. The following classes and services are available to ease stress, enhance body systems and create a sense of well being:

 

• Massage therapy
• Reiki
• Yoga

 

Call 978 304-8400 for more information about these services.

Social Services Support:

Individual counseling and support by a Licensed Social Worker is available.

Diabetes Program:

• Outline Diabetes Overview
• Hypoglycemia & how to avoid it
• Hyperglycemia
• Medication
• Self-blood glucose monitoring & ketone testing
• Nutrition Guide
• Exercise can help
• Self-care priorities: foot care, skin care, eye care, dental care
• Stress management
• Community resources
• Final group dinner meeting: making menu selections