PEP Talk - Healthy Change

For people living with diabetes. Caregivers welcome.

Arm your patients in having the confidence to manage their basic foot care in relation to diabetes concerns. Learn effective tips and strategies to help prevent foot ulcers and amputations related to diabetes.

How Does PEP Talk: Diabetes, Healthy Feet and You Work?

Every workshop is free for adults of all ages and their caregivers
Participants meet for the 2-1/2 hour interactive workshop
Groups have between 6-18 participants with two trained leaders facilitating each workshop
Workshops take place in community settings such as senior centres, churches, libraries and hospitals or via videoconferencing
The program is offered throughout the year in Northwestern Ontario communities
Each participant receives a free workbook, hand mirror, and a few other resources.
Pre-registration is required but a referral is not. Sign up on-line today or call toll free 1-800-626-5406. It’s free and easy.

PEP Talk: Diabetes, Healthy Feet and You Workshop

Topics Include:

Overview of diabetic ulcers
Facts on the need for checking feet
Internal and external problems that can lead to diabetic foot ulcers
Neuropathy
Foot deformities
Diabetes and your feet – circulation, skin & sensation changes
Basic foot care including socks and shoes
Foot care team overview
Basic info on the Inlow’s 60-Second Diabetic Foot screen
Commitment to Change sharing