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The Holidays are right around the corner. Here are ideas for handling the Big Meal.

These ideas are brought to you by The American Association of Diabetes Educators

• Eat breakfast or snacks earlier in the day and avoid the idea of ‘saving carbs’ for the big feast later. If you skip meals it may be harder to manage your blood sugar. • Limit the number of servings of starchy foods on your plate. It might be tempting to have some mashed potatoes, sweet potato

casserole and rolls, however, try to choose just one of these items or take a bite or two of each. • Choose vegetables and fruits served raw, grilled or steamed. Avoid vegetables in creams, gravies and butter. • Stick to calorie-free drinks such as water, tea, seltzer or diet sodas instead of punch or mixed drinks. • If you choose to drink alcohol, limit the amount and have it with food. Talk with your healthcare team about

whether alcohol is safe for you. Women should drink no more than one alcoholic beverage a day and men no more than two. A drink is: 12 oz. beer, 5 oz. wine, 1 ½ oz. 80-proof distilled spirts or 1 oz. of 100-proof.

• Enjoy your favorite holiday treats but take small portions, eat slowly and savor the taste and texture. • After the meal, take a walk with family and friends. Exercise will get you moving, keep you focused on your goals, and give you

a welcome break from being surrounded by treats. Exercise is also a great way to lower blood sugar or prevent blood sugar rise. • If you overindulge, don’t beat yourself up. If you eat more carbs or food than you planned, don’t think you have

failed, just make a plan to get back on track.

Are You Hosting a Dinner? • Make sure the menu includes healthy food choices such as vegetables, fruit and lean meat. • Baking, broiling and barbequing are good methods for cooking meats such as turkey. Avoid frying or adding extra fat during cooking. • When you’re cooking, avoid sampling the foods more than necessary. These calories add up and can affect your

blood sugar. • If you’re the host of the dinner, clear the table and put unused food away to help guests (and you) avoid grazing. Are You a Guest at a Family Member’s or Friend’s House? • Offer to bring along a healthy dish that you know you will enjoy and can substitute for a not so healthy option.

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Type 2 Diabetes 101This three-part group class offers a basic foundation of knowledge about diet, glucose monitoring, exercise, and medication. Taught by nurses and dietitians certified in diabetes education.

Class DatesSeptember 26 & 29, Follow-up Class Nov. 15

October 24 & 27, Follow-up Class TBDNovember 14 & 17, Follow-up Class TBDDecember 15 & 19, Follow-up Class TBD

Class TimesDays 1 & 2, 5:00pm – 8:00pm

Day 3, 5:00pm – 7:00pm

Comprehensive Diabetes EducationThis five-part class offers in-depth education. Participants spend individual time with a physician, nurses, and dietitians specializing or certified in diabetes. Attention is dedicated to specific needs and medication adjustments as needed.

Class DatesSept 12-15, Follow-up Class Nov. 15October 10-13, Follow-up Class TBDDecember 5-8, Follow-up Class TBD

Class TimesDay 1, 5:00pm – 9:00pm

Days 2-4, 5:00pm – 8:15pmDay 5, 5:00pm – 7:00pm

Upcoming Classes

To RegisterDiabetes Education Center of the Midlands

2910 S. 84th StreetOmaha, NE 68124

(402) 399-0777 [email protected]

www.Diabetes-Education.com

SAVE THE DATE

2017 Diabetes SymposiumMarch 25, 2017

LaVista Conference Center

Resource RoomStop in to check out the updated learning tools in our Resource Room! We now have an interactive wall board featuring educational information on everything

from heart burn to arthritis. Don’t forget we have a computer available for use to download most blood testing meters and insulin pumps!


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Call Now to Register: (402) 399-0777 ext. 217

Samples of Topics:- Brain protection- Cholesterol and eggs - Exercise- High blood sugars and potential culprits- Insulin news- Managing carbohydrates and diabetes- Protein- Sea salt- Water- Your calorie target- Zinc

Medicare reimburses for 2 hours of diabetes education per calendar year*Medicare reimburses for 2 hours of one-to-one counseling with a registered dietitian

for medical nutrition therapy per calendar year.Class Dates: Sept 1st, Oct 6th, Nov 3rd and Dec 1st from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

*copays and deductable may apply

Use It or Lose it Class!Figuring out your Medicare benefits is not always easy. Every year, diabetes education benefits go unused due to lack of awareness. Diabetes Education Center of the Midlands wants to make sure you use these benefits to your fullest advantage. Medicare beneficiaries diagnosed with diabetes are eligible for an annual education benefit. This includes two hours in a diabetes education review class AND two hours of one-on-one dietitian services.

If you are interested in a consultation with one of our certified diabetes dietitians, call DECM at (402) 399-0777 ext. 217.


Are you ready for some football?Even if you are not a Husker fan, you know the season is upon us. With football comes tailgating, so how do you go about making healthy choices to serve or enjoy at said events? From the American Association of Diabetes Educators come these ideas for a Healthy Eating Game Plan:

1. Don’t play on an empty stomach. Eat a small, balanced meal or snack before you leave home for the game. If you arrive at a party hungry, you’ll be more likely to overindulge. 2. Examine the playing field. Study ALL the selections, and think about what you are going to have before you put ANYTHING on your plate. - If you taste something that you don’t enjoy, leave it on your plate-DON’T FINISH IT!! 3. Focus on the fundamentals. - Choose raw vegetables first. Broccoli, baby carrots, cauliflower and tomatoes are good choices that are usually on the buffet table. Take only a small spoonful of dip or skip it entirely. - Choose lean proteins that are not breaded or fried. Select chicken, veggie or turkey burgers. - Take only a small portion of cheese (calories and saturated fat). - Eat chips and crackers in moderation. Don’t eat them straight from the bag. Put some on a small plate and don’t

load them down with creamy dips (choose salsa). - If you want to eat a high-fat or high-calorie item, like wings, pizza or nachos, take a small portion. Put it on your plate last, after you’ve filled up the space with veggies. - Try not to hang out near the food to avoid grazing. 4. Stay hydrated. Stick to calorie-free drinks so that you can eat your calories instead of drinking them. Drink only moderate amounts of alcohol (2 drinks for men, 1 for women). 5. Go for the extra point. Take a walk or do other activity to help reduce the blood sugar rise.


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20 YEARS OF EXCELLENCEDiabetes Supply Center of the Midlands is celebrating its 20th year in supporting those with diabetes in their understanding and management of their disease. Today, we have a dedicated staff to continue delivering fair, honest prices with unmatched friendly and professional service. We are a full-service pharmacy and diabetes store that can handle all of your prescription requirements. We’ll help define your health care needs and provide solutions to improve your life. Our large selection of top quality products offers every diabetes product you’re looking for. If we don’t have what you need, just let us know and we’ll order it for you. There are three ways to receive your orders: pickup, delivery, or by mail. We also offer a text messaging service to alert you when your prescription is ready.

Let our experienced staff help you with your diabetes and other healthcare needs.

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INSULIN PUMP SPIBELT...................................................................................................................................$15.95 - $21.95SPIbelt is the perfect product because it is comfortable enough for daily wear and was designed to carry medical supplies such as your insulin pump or meter. The pocket expands to 6” x 3” x 2” and fits waist sizes of 25”-50” to accommodate essential supplies. SPIbelt is available in a variety of colors and comes in child and adult sizes.


New Product: Grif Grips

NEW PRODUCT: GRIF GRIPS For those of you wearing pumps and sensors, don’t let diabetes damper your

passion for adventure and all of the experiences life has to offer. We are introducing a

new set of adhesive patches, or what we like to call "Grips", that will help secure your

devices and let you go wherever the day takes you. Whether you use the Omnipod, Dexcom, or

any other pump or sensor device we can help secure them.

Grips are custom made, flexible,

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put, but when it's time to come off, there's less irritation and pain. Grips can be

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Insulin Pump & Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) FairsTECHNOLOGY IS CHANGING: Don’t make your decision to go forward or upgrade before learning ALL OF YOUR OPTIONS. Register* to attend one of our upcoming programs now offered in Lincoln and Omaha.

Presentation by a Diabetes Education Center of the Midlands Certified Diabetes Educator also certified in Insulin Pump & CGM Therapy - Learn what insulin pump & CGM products are available - Great for current users who are ready to upgrade - Ideal as an overview for potential insulin pump patients - Learn how CGM improves control with or without a pump

After the presentation, visit with all of the manufacturer representatives and view their products.

A Diabetes Supply Center of the Midlands Insulin Pump Sales Specialist will be on-hand to provide no-obligation, out-of-pocket estimates for initial and on-going purchases.

Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital5401 South Street, Entrance #2 (Sheridan Room)

Lincoln, NE

October 20, 2016 | 6:00 – 7:30 pm

Diabetes Education Center of the Midlands2910 S. 84th St.

Omaha, NE

October 4, 2016 | 6:00 – 7:30 PMNovember 29, 2016 | 6:00 – 7:30 PM

*Encouraged but not required! No cost to attend! Refreshments & light snacks will be served.

Register Today(402) 399-8444 ext.260(800) 779-3374 ext.260

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Dear Friends,

My father once told me, “Every challenge is filled with opportunity. Embrace challenges as a dear friend.” No doubt walking through life with a loved one with diabetes can present challenges and trials that we may not have anticipated. Each birthday, anniversary, and special memory are times we hold close to our hearts. Diabetes Education Center of the Midlands (DECM) has been honored to walk through that journey with you and the people in your life. DECM’s Tree of Life offers an opportunity to celebrate the life milestones and remember those we love. It is a lasting symbol of hope, life, and well-being.

Your contributions to DECM help provide thousands of families impacted with diabetes the promise of hope through quality education and services to help LIVE WELL. The Tree of Life is a beautiful way to help us continue providing services to make a difference in the lives of so many.

Your gift of a leaf or a stone on the Tree of Life benefits you, the community, and the individual you honor. It may be inscribed to memorialize or honor a loved one past or present. The lasting acknowledgment will be visible for years to come. One more birthday, one more anniversary, one more special moment. That is what the Tree of Life is all about.

Thank you for considering a contribution to DECM. Please feel free to call me at (402) 399-0777 with any questions regarding this unique and personal giving opportunity. Thank you, Lisa HenningExecutive Director

Tree of Life Contribution Levels:+$300: Silver Leaf+$500: Gold Leaf+$2,000: Stepping Stone

Tree of Life

Thank You!


Thank You!

Thank You to Our Donors and SupportersThe Diabetes Education Center of the Midlands, (DECM) a non-profit agency, gratefully acknowledges those whose gifts have been instrumental in helping the Center meet the needs of persons with diabetes and their families. As a 501(c)(3) community-based health organization, DECM depends on the generosity of supporters like you. Your tax-deductible donation will directly fund our education program. A bequest is one of the simplest ways to support DECM. These thoughtful gifts ensure that DECM can continue critical diabetes education in the future. Donor may be direct gifts to a specific purpose or program upon request.

In-Kind Donors:Angel Molden Bayer Healthcare LLC Beverly Wiggs Brett Troyer Cheryl Siedlik Dave Sweeney David Miettiner Dawn Thompson Deborah Windsor Diabetes Supply Center of the Midlands Elise Barnhart Eric Vanoverbeke Insulet Corp Jeanne Badura Joan Jenkner Kate McAuliffe Keith Hippen Linda Eischeid Louise Nabb Mike Smith Pat Dodson Patricia McKowen Patty Galligan Phil Gray Rachel Aten Roger McCartney Roger Peterson Sandra Stageman Seth Spinks

Terry Sibberinser Vicki Whitesel William Rozman

Honors and MemorialsIn Honor of Craig & Barbara Domski Robert HansenIn Honor of Terry and Dascha Wahl Dr. Timothy WahlIn Memory of Geraldine McGinn Alice Timmerman Christine Gillette Chuck & Julie McGinn David & Lori Collins Denny & Melissa Martin Don & Patricia Wolfe Gerald Tighe Jim & Lisa Schwery John W. Close Kathleen E. McGinn Keith & Jeanene Gustafson Lois Matthiessen Mark & Lindsay Smedinghoff Mary K. McGinn Ron & Monica Webna Rosemary Jacobsen & Family Sharon M. Friel Steve & Coleen Riks Tom & Diane McGinn William & Barbara Gaughan

In Memory of Janice Crook Harry CrookIn Memory of Lois Berner Betty Schuler-Weingarten Beverly Eggers Bill and Diane Luxford Bob and Ann Marshall Connie and Dean Ullerich David Haar Dwight and Lana Olson Family Choice Cash Jeffrey and Nancy Tiedeman Joan Heiser Loraine Krause Marc and Mary Cohen Patrick and Molly Meyer Paul and Jan Kelpe Pauline and Carroll Devlin PW and Eleanor Mazzei Rick Hoffman Robert and Cynthia Hansen Rodney and Susan Evanich Scott and Karen Macher Susan Kalina Thomas and Lizbeth Duggan William and Nancy KruegerIn Memory of Marlene Gaye Mink George Mink Jr.In Memory of Phyllis Nixon Marvin and Suzanne Morgan

Donations Received from 12/01/15 – 08/31/2016


Diabetes is a unique disease with a unique set of challenges. Resources are needed to empower those with diabetes and their families to take charge of their lives. Your support is crucial to the wellbeing of Diabetes Education Center of the Midlands (DECM) and those we serve.

A bequest is one of the simplest ways to support DECM. These thoughtful gifts ensure that DECM can continue critical diabetes education well into the future.

Benefits:Your assets remain in your control during your lifetime.You can modify your bequest if your circumstances change.You can direct your bequest to a particular purpose.There is no upper limit on the estate tax deductions that can be taken for charitable bequests.You know that your gift will benefit Diabetes Education Center of the Midlands tomorrow just as you intended today.

Call 402-399-0777 x219 to discuss your bequest directive with DECM today.

Leave a Lasting Legacy

Regular DonationsCharles and Carol LeoDaniel DonovanDorothy WoodsideGerald & Sharon PattersonJC PennyJoan HeiserJohn E. McAdamsJoseph NieldsKent and Lisa Henning

Michael PohlOmaha I-80 Cosmopolitan Club FoundationPerry C. JohnsonRobert Hill

Omaha GivesBeth PirnieCarol GwiltChasity GrecoClaire Baker, MD

Gail SpeltsJoan HeiserJulie RenschJulie & Todd EvansKari DaunerMichael LeightonNancy SchwartzPerry JohnsonRebecca NewberryR.M. BorcherdingTimothy Wahl, MD


G. Gilbert Head, MDFamily Medicine

Family Medicine at LegacyTuesday, May 10, 2016

To Whom It May Concern:

It has been my pleasure to work with Diabetes Education Center of the Midlands for many years. They have a very stable and highly motivated staff. They are very easy to work with when I have specific questions or concerns. In the past I have referred patients to hospitals for diabetes education. There was frequently staff turnover and the quality of the care was extremely variable. However, my patients routinely get excellent care and advice at DECM. Patients can receive both group and individualized diabetes instruction. My patients routinely report high satisfaction with their DECM experience.

I have been especially impressed by their emphasis on not just treating diabetes, but prevention of diabetes. They have an excellent pre-diabetes education program that I have found very motivating and effective.

Sincerely,Gilbert Head M.D.

Features

Featured PatientsJim & Mary King

When Mary King was first diagnosed with diabetes seven years ago, she wasn’t given very much information. She was told to eat smaller portions and take her blood sugar, but not the importance of these habits. When Mary’s new physician realized how little she really knew about the disease, she suggested Mary attend the Diabetes Education Center of the Midlands Comprehensive Diabetes class. Mary asked her doctor if it was possible for her husband Jim to attend the class with her. Jim had been diagnosed with prediabetes in the past year. “I knew if he went it would help both of us, and we can work together on reversing the effects of this disease,” Mary explained. The couple couldn’t believe how much they learned. Jim thought the medical explanations of the complications that may come along with diabetes, as well as how diabetes medications actually work in the body were particularly interesting. Mary now knows the importance of taking and charting her blood sugars to ensure they don’t get too high, and both learned a lot about having a healthy diet. “We eat a lot differently now,” Jim says, “It’s probably the hardest part.” Both Jim and Mary say the team effort helps them stay on track. “When one of us has a weak moment, the other will say ‘well we really shouldn’t’ or ‘okay, but only in a smaller portion’,” Mary says. Their hard work has certainly paid off, as not even two months after attending the comprehensive class Mary has lost ten pounds and Jim has lost twenty, and both say they certainly feel better thanks to the knowledge they’ve gained. “We both enjoyed learning about diabetes and I honestly would recommend the class to everyone,” expresses Mary. Great job to Mary and Jim!

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