The 2009 Arizona Diabetes Resource Directory
The directory is for health professionals and people with diabetes to identify resources in their community; resources are listed by county and have information about the program, audience served, languages available, and how to contact the program. State, national, and international resources are also provided.
Additional Resources
Diabetes Education
(Self-Management Classes)
Three National organizations accredit or recognize diabetes education programs to ensure that they are following National standards on diabetes self management training. In addition to recognized/accredited programs, many community based organizations offer diabetes education classes.
American Association of Diabetes Educators
Find an AADE-Recognized Diabetes Education Program
AADE began accrediting diabetes education programs in the fall of 2008.
The American Diabetes Association-Arizona Affiliate
Find an ADA-Recognized Diabetes Education Program
Phoenix area (602) 861-4731
Tucson area (520) 795-3711
Statewide 1-800-342-2383
www.diabetes.org
Indian Health Service
Find a list of IHS-Recognized diabetes education programs.
Community Organizations
Community Health Centers
Find a sliding fee scale clinic near you.
Central Arizona College
520-494-5444
www.centralaz.edu (online course available for diabetes education)
Chronic Disease Self Management Education – Arizona Living Well
People who have diabetes need skills to manage their diabetes and to help them stay active. The Arizona Living Well Program is a highly interactive, six-week workshop led by professional trainers in community settings for people with chronic health problems.
The program builds confidence for participants through mutual support and helps people succeed in leading active and fulfilling lives. The program is also offered in Spanish: Tomando Control de su Salud.
For more information, visit Stanford University CDSMP .
Find an organization in your area that offers this program.
Medication Assistance
Arizona Copper Rx Card
1-888-227-8315
www.azgovernor.gov/coppercard
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
1-800-860-8747
Publication: “Financial Help for Diabetes Care”
http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/dm/pubs/financialhelp/
NeedyMeds
www.needymeds.com
Partnership for Prescription Assistance
1-888-477-2669 (4PPA-NOW)
www.pparx.org
RxAssist
(401) 729-3284
www.rxassist.org
Prevent Diabetes Problems
Education
American Association of Diabetes Educators
1-800-832-6874 (for names of diabetes educators)
www.aadenet.org
Prevention of Heart and Blood Vessel Disease
The American Heart Association
Phoenix area (602) 414-5353
Statewide 1-800-333-5994
www.americanheart.org
Prevention of Blindness and Diabetic Eye Disease
The National Eye Institute
(301) 496-5248
www.nei.nih.gov/health/
Prevention of Kidney Disease
The Kidney Foundation: Phoenix area (602) 840-1644
www.azkidney.org
The American Kidney Fund: 1-800-638-8299
The National Kidney Foundation: 1-800-622-9010
www.kidney.org
Prevent the Flu and Pneumonia
Find a Flu Vaccine
602-263-8856
Outside the Phoenix Metro Area Call: 1-877-764-2670
www.cir.org
Foot Care and Preventing Lower Extremity Amputation
The American Podiatric Medical Association
1-800-ASK APMA (1-800-275-2762)
www.apma.org
Prevention of Periodontal (Teeth and Gum) Disease
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research
1-866-232-4528
Diabetes and oral health
www.nidcr.nih.gov/OralHealth/Topics/Diabetes/
For Info on Physical Activity
Diabetes Exercise and Sports Association (DESA)
1-800-898-4322
www.diabetes-exercise.org
For a Referral to a Dietician
The American Dietetic Association
For a registered dietitian in your area
1-800-877-1600 ext. 5000
www.eatright.org
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