Verde Valley Medical Center’s (VVMC) Diabetes Education Program is reaching out to embrace the diabetic community and their loved ones by hosting monthly diabetes support groups. These local groups provide a supportive and sharing environment for all individuals, family members and friends affected by the disease.

The November support group is 5 – 7 p.m., Monday, Nov. 22 in VVMC’s Conference Rooms B and C. Guest speaker Wally Reule, owner of SedonaFit, will discuss the importance of exercise to diabetes management, how exercise can help control blood glucose levels and how to make time for exercise during the holidays. Additionally, Reule also will talk about the benefits of plant-based diets.  To R.S.V.P., call VVMC at 928 639-6346; walk-ins welcome.

VVMC hosts the diabetes support groups the fourth Monday of each month. Meetings focus on diabetes management and education. Patients, families and those affected by diabetes are welcome to participate. To learn more about the programs and services offered at Verde Valley Medical Center, visit VerdeValleyMedicalCenter.com.