Penn State Extension offers 'Dining with Diabetes' series in Ambridge
AMBRIDGE — Individuals who want to learn how to better manage diabetes can attend a series of in-person workshops offered by Penn State Extension.
The sessions will take place from 6-8 p.m. April 24, May 1, 8, and 15 at the Paramount Building, 233 Merchant Street, Ambridge. A follow-up class will occur Aug. 14, 2024. This course costs $39.
"Dining with Diabetes" is taught by extension educators across Pennsylvania. The program is geared toward adults who have type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes, have a family member with type 2 diabetes or are at risk for developing diabetes.
Four consecutive classes are held with a three-month follow-up. Each class offers discussions regarding vital information to help individuals manage diabetes, food demonstrations and physical activity suggestions.
Each session will provide participants with valuable information designed to help manage diabetes, and registrants are strongly encouraged to attend all sessions in the series. Registration for this series is required by April 18.
In addition to program booklets, participants will receive the "Dining with Diabetes" cookbook and course handouts.
For more information or to register, visit extension.psu.edu/dining-with-diabetes or call toll-free at 877-345-0691.
Penn State Extension is dedicated to translating scientific research into real-world applications to drive progress. In support of Penn State's land-grant mission, extension programs serve individuals, businesses and communities, while promoting a vibrant food and fiber system, a clean environment, and a healthier population in Pennsylvania and beyond. With support from federal, state and county governments, the organization has a tradition of bringing unbiased information and support to the citizens of Pennsylvania for more than 100 years.
This article originally appeared on Beaver County Times: Penn State Extension to hold 'Dining with Diabetes' chat in Ambridge
