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Peer Connect Series
Have you been impacted by diabetes? You are not alone!
Diabetes Canada invites anyone affected by diabetes, including family, friends, and caregivers, to join our first-ever Ontario wide Peer Connect Program.
This FREE Peer Connect Program is similar to a traditional support group that helps educate and connect Ontarians affected by diabetes. The only difference is that we have gone virtual and are offering a series of interactive online meetings via Zoom. Each support group session offers breakout rooms, healthcare professionals speaking on hot topics, and an expert panel to answer your burning questions.
We are offering two separate group sessions; one for those living with Type 1 (T1D) and another for those with Type 2 diabetes (T2D). Groups will meet separately. Please see dates, times, and topics below.
All sessions are from 7:00 p.m. to 8:50 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) via Zoom. Register for 1 or more.
Peer Connect Type 2
Peer Connect Type 2 sessions: Register today
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Monitoring for Meaning Speaker : Gail MacNeill, BNSC, RN, MEd, CDE Learn about tools available to help you measure your blood glucose values and how to use this information to improve your diabetes management. Sensor-Based Glucose Monitoring—Is it for Me? Speaker: Betty Harvey, RNEC, P-NP, BN, MScN Find out about sensor-based glucose monitoring (a new tool to help you measure your glucose) and how it can be used to improve your diabetes management. This presentation is sponsored by Abbott. |
Wednesday, August 25, 2021 |
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Mental Health Speaker: TBD |
Wednesday, October 27, 2021 |
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Tech Night Speaker: TBD Join us to learn more about device product information from representatives from various companies! |
Wednesday, November 24, 2021 |
Peer Connect Type 1
Peer Connect Type 1 sessions: Register today
| Presentation & Speaker Details | Dates |
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The Peaks and Valleys of our blood sugars: What do AGP, TIR, and CV mean? Speaker: Beth Magda, RN, CDE, and person living with type 1 diabetes Learn how to evaluate your Ambulatory Glucose Profile (AGP), and why you might want to work towards improving your Time in Range (TIR). What does this symbol mean to a person with type 1 diabetes? Speaker: Amberley Hockley, RN, CDE, ADEPT, and person living with type 1 diabetes Join Amberley, a person with T1D and Omnipod user, to gain some insights on the evolution of blood glucose data, how it influences a person with T1D and discover what might be helpful tips for you. This presentation is sponsored by Omnipod. |
Thursday, August 26, 2021 |
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Mental Health Speaker: TBD |
Thursday, October 28, 2021 |
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Tech Night Speaker: TBD Join us to learn more about device product information from representatives from various companies! |
Thursday, November 25, 2021 |
Don’t wait - Register today!
WHY JOIN?
- Great opportunity to connect and reflect with others affected by diabetes
- Share ideas and receive support in a non-judgmental environment
- Learn diabetes management tips & tricks from expert speakers on different topics
WHERE:
Zoom (Link will be provided in your confirmation email upon registering)
Join from the comfort of your own home by using your tablet or smartphone!
A toll-free call-in option is also available, if you want to join by phone!
Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this initiative possible!
Location Details
January 01, 2021 - December 31, 2021
7:00 p.m. to 8:50 p.m. (EST)
Virtual