Please be advised that the following support groups are not associated with the American Diabetes Association (except where noted). The American Diabetes Association has not participated in organizing or planning these events. Therefore, the American Diabetes Association is not responsible for this event and the content discussed and does not assume any responsibility whatsoever for this event. This website notice has been provided for informational purposes and is not intended as an endorsement for any of the following programs.

To have your support group or educational program considered for posting on this website, please contact Jackie Ross at Jross@diabetes.org.

 

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Local Support Groups

Have you been recently diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes?

Enroll in the Living With Type 2 Diabetes Program today.

 

American Diabetes Association Online Community

The American Diabetes Association has created an online community for everyone affected by diabetes. Want to talk to other people with diabetes online?

Join the discussion at http://community.diabetes.org

 

Touched by Type 1 Online Support Group

Touched by Type 1 (TBT1) is both an online and "in person" T1 diabetes support group. We are a casual way for families and caregivers to chat about what goes on in the life of T1 diabetes management. Kids range from young and newly diagnosed to teens and veterans. There are ALWAYS discussions at all ages and we have several support groups that meet in person monthly. Email Melissa_laskey@hotmail.com for info about your area. Current support groups exist in Rockford, Bolingbook, Geneva/St. Charles and Plainfield.

 

Teens and Tweens Take Control

Oak Park YMCA
255 S. Marion St., Oak Park, IL 60302
Meetings are from 6:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., the second Wednesday of each month

FREE Family Fun! Join us! Fun activities for kids with diabetes ages 8-18 and their parents. If kids are under 8, parents are encouraged to come without kids. In the future there may be activities available for younger kids.

Different topics each month, email gilmorefamily2@comcast.net for this month's topic.

Provides fun physical fitness for kids, PLUS, includes separate educational presentations and discussion sessions for parents during the same time period. Kids have a chance to talk also. Free and open to the public/RSVP important to gilmorefamily2@comcast.net.

 

Provena Children with Diabetes Support Groups

Provena Saint Joseph Medical Center
333 N. Madison St., Joliet, Auditorium A, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Starts September 12 and continues the second Wednesday of the month. For more information visit their website at www.provena.org/stjoes/SupportGroups

RSVP to Martha Halsey-Lyda, APN, CDE at martha.halseylyda@provena.org or 815-725-7133 ext. 4585.

 

Type 1 Diabetes Lounge Chicagoland's Education and Support Network

Wilmette Public Library

We offer monthly educational and supportive programs provided by medical and technical professionals with topics such as research updates, cutting-edge technologies, management techniques, lifestyle issues and creative problem solving.

For more information, please visit www.t1diabeteslounge.org or email merle@type1diabeteslounge.org.

 

Diabetic Retinopathy Support Group

Meets every third Thursday afternoon from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Guild for the Blind, 65 E. Wacker Place, Suite 1010, Chicago, IL. 60601.

For further information, please visit their website at http://www.guildfortheblind.org/programs_counseling_DRSupport.asp.

 

Centro Community Juan Diego

Free diabetes class in Spanish only, 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Fridays. Class held at 8812 S. Commercial Ave. Chicago, IL. 60617.

For more information, contact contact@ccjuandiego.org or 773-731-0119. Or visit http://www.ccjuandiego.org/.

 

Midtown Athletic Club support group for Type 1, Type 2 and Prediabetes patients

Midtown Athletic Club - 1760 N. Hicks Rd, Palatine, IL. 60074

847-991-4646, www.midtown.com

For more information, contact Cindy Brummit at cbrummitt@earthlink.net

 

Type 2 Diabetes Support Group

Located at Our Lady of the Resurrection 5645 W. Addison, Chicago, Centennial Conference Room A on the 7th floor of the hospital

Diabetes Support group is primarily for middle-aged and senior person with Type 2 diabetes. This interactive support group, facilitated by a certified diabetes educator, provides participants with information about how to more effectively control blood glucose levels. Participants are encouraged to share their feelings and coping strategies. Free sessions are held the first Tuesday of each month from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. No registration is required. For more information, call the diabetes educator's office at 773-794-8329.

 

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Recognized Hospital Program Education Groups

To become a part of the American Diabetes Association Education Recognition Program, please visit www.diabetes.org/erp

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Arlington Heights -

Adult Type 1 Support Group
Northwest Community Health, Diabetes Services, 901 W. Kirchoff Road, Arlington Heights, IL. 60005.

South Wing, 3rd Floor

Individuals with type 1 diabetes and their families come together to share their experiences. Group led by CDE and a licensed clinical professional counselor who also has type 1 diabetes and is an insulin pump user.

• Support group held every third Monday of the month from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

To register or for more information, call 847-618-4474. Please leave a message if we are unable to answer.

 

Adult Type 2 Support Group
Northwest Community Health, Diabetes Services, 901 W. Kirchoff Road, Arlington Heights, IL. 60005.

South Wing, 3rd Floor

• Meets third Thursday of the month from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

To register or for more information, call 847-618-4474. Please leave a message if we are unable to answer.

 

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Barrington -

Comprehensive Class Overview

This Medicare-approved program will cover a variety of topics in three two-hour classes which will be offered on three consecutive days. Topics include: diabetes overview, understanding medications, healthy eating, foot care, stress management, coping, changing behavior, and exercise. These programs are offered monthly and are held at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital at 450 West Highway 22, Barrington, IL. 60010

To register or for more information call: 1.847.842.4130 ext. 6

View their website here.

Individual Education Counseling

Individual sessions for prediabetes, type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. These sessions include a comprehensive assessment of individual needs. Sessions consist of appointments with both a Registered Nurse and a Registered Dietitian. Topics include: self-monitoring of blood glucose, nutrition, diabetes care techniques, medication review and more. Held at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital at 450 West Highway 22, Barrington, IL. 60010

To register or for more information call: 1-847-842-4130 ext. 6.

View their website here.

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Bloomingdale -

Type 2 Support Group
Held at DuPage Medical Group, 30 Stratford Drive, Bloomingdale

• Meets the 4th Saturday of the following months: January, March, May, July, September and November from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
• Next meeting is on January 26th

For more information, please contact Lori Wylly, RD, MPH, CDE at lori.wylly@dupagemd.com or 630-364-7854

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Chicago -

The ABC's of Diabetes: an Introduction to Diabetes for Caregivers of Children with Diabetes

First Wednesday of each month - 8:30 a.m. to noon (Please call to confirm)
La Rabida Children's Hospital - Chicago

Topics include the roles glucose and insulin play in our bodies, differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, insulin therapy, carbohydrate counting and school based care.

Free - Registration required. Register by calling 1-800-770-2232 and press 1

 

Chicago Dawn Phenom - Chicago Chapter of Insulindependence

Exercise is a crtical component of diabetes management. Walkers, joggers and runners - come and meet other type 1 and type 2 people with diabetes and type 3's. Let's get active and start a healthy revolution. Email us and let us know you're coming. We're looking forward to meeting you!

• 2nd Saturday of every month - 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Start at Cricket Hill - Corner of Montrose Dr. & Lakefront Trail

Directions
300 - 456 W. Montrose Dr.
Chicago, IL. 60640

Diabetes Support Group
Rush University Medical Center - Johnston R. Bowman Medical Center, 710 S. Paulina Street, Suite 432, Chicago, IL. 60612-3814

• Takes place the last Friday of every month from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Please call 800-757-0202 to register and Rush will validate your parking.

 

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DeKalb - Genoa -

Control Your Cholesterol

Are you concerned about your cholesterol? Do you understand what affects cholesterol levels? Whether your levels are high or normal, there are lifestyle changes you can make to reduce or maintain healthy cholesterol. Join us to receive a variety of resources and tools to develop healthy life-long habits. If you have your cholesterol results, please bring them.

KishHealth Family & Specialty Care in Genoa

• February 27, 2013, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• July 9, 2013, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• October 9, 2013, 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Diabetes Get Togethers

Get Togethers offer the opportunity to learn from other's experiences and share your own. All persons with diabetes, their family and friends are welcome. Meet in The Diabetes Education Classroom, Suite 202.

• Feb. 19, 2013, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
• Apr. 16, 2013, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Sept. 17, 2013, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Nov. 19, 2013, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Kishwaukee Community Hospital
One Kish Hospital Drive Second Floor Suite 202
DeKalb, Illinois 60115
815-748-8378
Free

More information can be found at http://www.kishhospital.org/programs/GroupList.aspx?Group=Diabetes

Lunches to Fit Your Food Plan

When you have diabetes you are faced with eating the right balance of foods. When it comes to lunch, whether you eat at home, at a restaurant or carry a sack lunch, this class can help. A Kish Hospital Diabetes Educator also gives ideas for packing school lunches. Recipes and menus for delicious take-along meals provided. Located at Kish Hospital Roberts Conference Center, One Kish Hospital Drive, DeKalb.

Free - Registration is required. Call 815-748-8962

You've Got Questions About Diabetes? We've Got Answers
This is an opportunity to discuss your questions about diabetes care with the Kish Hospital Certified Diabetes Nurse and Dietitian Educators. Please post your questions ahead of time on facebook, email them to diabeteseducators@kishhospital.org, or bring them to the program.

• Apr. 9, 2013, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Kish Hospital Roberts Conference Center
1 Kish Hospital Drive
DeKalb, Illinois 60115
815-748-8962
Free

 

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Elgin -

Insulin Pump Support Group
ShermanHealth - Group meets at Barnes & Noble in Spring Hill Mall in West Dundee

• Meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.
  

Free! Getting to the Heart of Diabetes
Sherman Hospital Medical Office Building, 1425 North Randall Road, Elgin, IL. 60123

Joins us as we celebrate National Heart Month at our Heart of Diabetes Health Fair! Learn how to keep your heart healthy, the link between heart disease and diabetes and much more!

• Saturday, February 2, 2013 - 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Free! "Staying Healthy For Life" Series at Sherman West Court

Designed for active adults age 55 and older, this informative and engaging lecture series will provide the knowledge you need to continue to live a healthy lifestyle for years to come. During the three-part lecture series, top physicians from Sherman's Medical Staff will discuss some of your most pressing health concerns, from arthritis to heart disease. You'll even learn how to create delicious yet nutritious meals to guard against disease. Refreshments will be served at each session.

Register now! Call 800-397-9000 or log on to shermanhealth.com/classes to register for programs.

Free! Smart Shopping: Healthy Tips for the Supermarket
Sherman Hospital Medical Office Building, 1425 North Randall Road, Elgin, IL. 60123

We can help you learn how to navigate through the aisles, displays and labels. You'll get specific strategies for making healthier choices at the supermarket. Registration is required.

• Wednesday, February 20 - 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• Tuesday, March 19 - 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Register now! Call 800-397-9000 or log on to shermanhealth.com/classes to register for programs.

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Evanston -

Type 2 Diabetes Support Group
Held at Saint Francis Hospital, 355 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202

Led by a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) this support group provides participants with information about how to more effectively control blood glucose levels. Participants are encouraged to share their feelings and coping strategies.

• Free sessions are held the third Saturday of each month from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. (Except holidays) No registration is required.

 

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Geneva -

Insulin Pump Support Group
Delnor Hospital 300 Randall Rd., Geneva, IL. 60134

For individuals who use insulin pumps

• Call for dates, times and locations - 630-262-6078

Diabetes Update 2013
Delnor Hospital 300 Randall Rd., Geneva, IL. 60134

Join diabetes educator Sarah Ferguson, MS, ACNS-BC, BC-ADM, CDE, as she presents the new American Diabetes Association Guidelines for 2013.

• Call for date, time and location

Insulin Pumpers - Ask the Expert
Delnor Hospital 300 Randall Rd., Geneva, IL. 60134

Join registered dietitian/diabetes educator Patty Kowalczyk, RD, CDE, to learn the advanced features for pumps.

• Call for date, time and location

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Glen Ellyn -

Type 1 Support Group
Meets at DuPage Medical Group, 430 Pennsylvania Ave, 2nd Floor, Conference Room C, Glen Ellyn

• Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the following months: January, March, May, July, September and November from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. 

For more information, please contact Lori Wylly, RD, MPH, CDE at lori.wylly@dupagemd.com or 630-364-7854

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Indiana -

Diabetes Self Management Class
Sisters of St. Francis Health Services, Inc.
Cindy Mako, RN/ CDE
St. Anthony Hospital- Crown Point, IN
Office: 219-757-6268

• Tuesdays each month - 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Wednesdays each month - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at St. Anthony Hospital through Franciscan Alliance.

More information can be found on their website at: http://www.franciscanalliance.org/hospitals/crownpoint/services/diabetes/Pages/default.aspx

 

Diabetes Self Management Classes
Methodist Hospitals Southlake Campus Diabetes Center, 303 East 89th Ave., Merrillville

• Tuesdays each month - 1:00 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. (3 Tuesdays in a row)

To register call 219-738-5802.
http://www.methodisthospitals.org/diabetes.aspx

 

Diabetes Support Groups
A wide variety of topics related to diabetes are discussed. For persons with diabetes and their family members.

Methodist Hospitals Midlake Campus Diabetes Center, 2269 25th Ave, Gary

• Classes meet the 4th Tuesday of every month - 10:30 a.m to noon or 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Support Group is free
For questions call 219-738-5802.
http://www.methodisthospitals.org/diabetes.aspx

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Naperville -

Type 2 Support Group
Held at DuPage Medical Group, Diabetes Education Program, 1020 East Ogden Ave, Suite 304, Naperville, IL. 60563

• Meets the 4th Tuesday of the following months: January, March, May, July, September and November from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

For more information, please contact Lori Wylly, RD, MPH, CDE at lori.wylly@dupagemd.com or 630-364-7854

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UPDATED: January 11, 2013