Diabetes Care
The diabetes educators and clinical dietitians at Northwest Health - Starke are available to provide information about preventing and managing diabetes.They can be reached at (219) 325-7623.
Northwest Health - Starke is dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals living with diabetes through care and education. Our self-management program provides individuals with the skills and knowledge they need to manage the disease and avoid complications.
We provide care and education for type 1 and 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, prediabetes, hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia through a range of services, including:
- Assessments to determine individual needs
- Blood-sugar testing
- Individual training for insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitoring
- Nutritional counseling, including meal planning and weight management assistance
- Diabetes education to promote healthy living