Type 2 diabetes - Programs and Services
We provide a range of programs and services for people with type 2 diabetes, their carers and family members.
Our advocacy coordinator provides information, support and advocacy for issues affecting people with diabetes or their carers and helps take action on the concerns and suggestions for improvement in diabetes care.
Type 2 diabetes information session 2013
The Type 2 diabetes information session ‘Getting Started’ is a program for people with type 2 diabetes who are newly diagnosed or have not had diabetes education in the past. Programs are run by our Diabetes Educator and Dietitian, who will provide you with valuable information to manage your diabetes.
Dates for 2013
This program has been revised and will be delivered over 5.5 hours. Participants are required to bring a cut lunch for day sessions. Sandwiches will be provided for evening sessions.
Thursday 23 May (9.30am-3.00pm)
Wednesday 19 June (9.30am-3.00pm)
Thursday 18 July (9.30am-3.00pm)
Wednesday 14 August (9.30am-3.00pm)
Thursday 12 and 19 September (5.30pm-8pm evening session)
Wednesday 16 October (9.30am-3.00pm)
Thursday 14 November (9.30am-3pm)
Wednesday 11 December (9.30am-3.00pm)
Cost: $10 members and $15 for non-members. Spaces limited to 12 people only.
Venue: Diabetes Australia–Vic, 570 Elizabeth Street, 1st Floor (stairs only), Melbourne Vic 3000
Bookings are essential. Please call 1300 136 588. Click to view flyer.
2013 Geelong Dates
Tuesday 21 May 2013 (9.30am-3.00pm)
Tuesday 25 June 2013 (9.30am-3.00pm)
Venue: Diabetes Australia–Vic, Tenancy 6 75 Roslyn Road, BELMONT VIC 3216
Bookings are essential. Please call 1300 136 588. Click to view flyer.
Funding to support this program is provided by the National Diabetes Services Scheme. The National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) is an initiative of the Australian Government and administered by Diabetes Australia. The NDSS Agent in Victoria is Diabetes Australia – Vic.
Diabetes Info Line
Call our Diabetes Info Line on 1300 136 588 for information about products, services, programs, events and membership.
If you wish to speak to a credentialed diabetes educator, accredited practising dietitian or our advocacy co-ordinator with any questions or concerns you have about diabetes, treatments and management, ask a member of the Diabetes Info Line to transfer you through to a member of the Health and Education Services Team.
Supermarket tours 2013
We organise supermarket tours in metropolitan and regional areas to help make shopping for healthy food easier.
Supermarket tours in 2013 will be running from March - November in the following locations. Registrations are now open, please call 1300 136 588.
Type 2 tours
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AIRPORT WEST |
ALTONA MEADOWS |
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AVONDALE HEIGHTS |
BALWYN |
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BOX HILL |
BRUNSWICK |
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CHADSTONE |
CORIO* |
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DONVALE |
DRYSDALE* |
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ELSTERNWICK |
EPPING |
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FOOTSCRAY |
FRANKSTON |
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GISBORNE |
GOROKE |
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HAMILTON |
HASTINGS |
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HORSHAM |
LILYDALE |
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MOONEE PONDS |
MORNINGTON |
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MOUNT ELIZA |
NEWTOWN* |
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NHILL |
NIDDRIE |
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OCEAN GROVE* |
PRESTON |
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RAINBOW |
TORQUAY* |
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WAURN PONDS* |
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* Locations in the Geelong and Bellerine region
Geelong services
Visit the Geelong services page to find out about all the services available in the Geelong area.
