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Diabetes Education Program
74 Queen St
Dryden, ON
P8N 1A4
Dryden, ON
P8N 1A4
Toll-Free: 1-888-838-3632 ext 2232
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Last Updated: Jan 14, 2026: Suggest an edit
Application
Self referrals accepted
Eligibility / Target Population
Urban-dwelling Indigenous people and those experiencing service barriers in Dryden, Machin, Eagle River and Wabigoon
Fees
None
Languages
English
Accessibility
Partially Accessible
Accessibility Note
Partially Accessible - Parking -- No designated spaces available; Entrance -- Accessible with automatic push button; Washroom -- Accessible with grab bar
Description of Services
Supports for people living with prediabetes or diabetes
- Offers education for prevention and self-management support to fit an individual's lifestyle
- Provides access to a registered nurse and registered dietitian
- Provides referrals to other health care professionals
- Provides supplies to manage diabetes
- Blood sugar, HgA1c, blood pressure and oxygen monitoring
- Client support groups
- Community screening
- Foot care workshops/clinics
- Health fairs
- Presentations to the public and to health care providers
- School programs and visits
- Provides access to specialized medical care using video conferencing
- Allows specialists to remotely examine and prescribe treatments to patients in their home communities
- Reduces the need to travel to receive medical care
Last Updated: Jan 14, 2026: Suggest an edit
