Diabetes Directions

At Saint Francis Hospital and Health Centers, the Diabetes Directions team is committed to providing patients with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage diabetes. As part of the multidisciplinary program, patients meet with a Certified Diabetes Nurse Educator and Certified Diabetes Registered Dietician who assist them in attaining the knowledge and skills necessary to manage diabetes on a daily basis. The Diabetes Directions team collaborates with Primary Care Providers to develop a plan of care that is individualized to meet each patient’s needs.

Treating all ages diagnosed with:

• Type 1 Diabetes
• Type 2 Diabetes
• Gestational Diabetes

Group and individual sessions include the following American Diabetes Association topics:

• Individual Assessment
• Nutrition Counseling
• Blood Glucose Monitoring and Use
• Sick Day Management
• Medication Education
• Insulin Administration
• Oral Medications
• Health Promotions
• Setting Personal Goals to Improve Health

Support Group Meetings
Diabetes Directions offers support group meetings at convenient times in Poughkeepsie and Beacon. Call (845) 483-5188 for specific dates and times.

Sharps Collection
Saint Francis Hospital accepts clear, plastic-sealed containers at no charge. Please call the Resource Center at (845) 431-7867 for details.

Diabetes Directions