I offer engaging diabetes wellness classes and conversations designed for senior centers and community groups. The goal is to make diabetes information practical, easy to understand, and useful in everyday life.
Whether your group meets in person in Connecticut and the Greater Hartford area or connects virtually, programs are shaped around the questions and everyday realities your audience faces.
Who These Programs Are For
- Senior centers
- Active adult communities
- Community wellness programs
- Older adults living with diabetes
- Adults with prediabetes
- Caregivers and family members where appropriate
What I Can Cover
Topics are selected to fit your audience. Common areas include:
- Understanding diabetes in plain language
- Food choices and portion awareness
- Reading food labels
- Eating out and takeout
- Movement and exercise
- Stress and glucose
- Sleep and daily routines
- Glucose patterns and CGM basics
- Building healthier habits
- Consistency over perfection
My Four Pillars
Education
Understanding what is happening in the body and why, so information becomes easier to use in everyday life.
Nutrition
Practical food choices and portion awareness that fit real preferences, routines, and budgets.
Exercise
Everyday movement that supports overall health, without requiring hours in a gym.
Consistency
Small, repeatable actions over time that are more realistic and valuable than dramatic changes.
Program Formats
- One-time educational presentation
- 30-minute conversation
- 45-minute session
- 60-minute program
- Multi-session series
- Q&A format
- Virtual presentation where appropriate
- In-person programs in Connecticut / Greater Hartford, with travel opportunities where feasible
What Makes These Programs Different
- Plain language
- Real-life examples
- Questions encouraged
- No jargon
- Focus on everyday decisions
- Respectful, conversational approach
What Your Organization Can Expect
- Clear communication before the program
- Topic selection based on audience needs
- Easy-to-understand education
- Practical takeaways
- Opportunities for questions
- Flexible delivery format
Frequently Asked Questions
How long can a program be?
Programs can be 30, 45, or 60 minutes, or structured as a multi-session series.
Can the program be customized?
Yes. Topics can be adjusted based on the audience and the goals of the senior center or organization.
Do you offer virtual programs?
Yes. Virtual programs can be offered when appropriate.
Do you travel for in-person programs?
Dave is based in Connecticut and can discuss travel opportunities depending on location and program needs.
Is this medical care?
No. Programs are educational and wellness-focused and do not replace medical care from a licensed healthcare provider.