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.

This month’s meeting is 5 – 7 p.m., Monday, May 23, in VVMC’s Conference Rooms B and C. This meeting will feature Virginia Rodriguez, project coordinator for the Arizona Living Well Program. Rodriguez will discuss the free Healthy Living workshops to be offered in the Cottonwood area. The presentation offers insight on how to self manage many chronic conditions including diabetes. This event is open to all members of the community. 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.