VCE Diabetes Prevention Program
Join the VCE Diabetes Prevention Program
The VCE Diabetes Prevention Program is a year-long, tested lifestyle change program for people who are at risk for developing diabetes.
What are the goals of the VCE Diabetes Prevention Program?
The goals of the program are for participants to lose 5-7% of starting body weight and to achieve and maintain at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity a week. Achieving these two goals has been proven to reduce the risk of developing diabetes and promote overall health.
Who is eligible for the vce diabetes prevention program?
To be eligible for the program you must be overweight or obese and know that you are at risk for diabetes. You can determine that you are at risk for diabetes in three ways:
Have a diagnosis of prediabetes through a blood test.
Have a history of gestational diabetes
Program Highlights:
TThe VCE Diabetes Prevention Program is:
Led by trained lifestyle coaches who live and work in the communities they serve, these programs are designed to reflect local needs and offer extra support and resources tailored to participants
Based on proven strategies to help you accomplish the goals of the program
Taught in a fun and supportive group environment that helps you decide on changes in diet and physical activity that work for you
Focused on more than just diet as you learn to manage stress, stay motivated, and overcome challenges
The VCE Diabetes Prevention Program provides continuous support over a full year for those looking to make lifestyle changes. Programs are offered locally in-person and remotely on Zoom!
Groups meet:
Weekly for the first 4 months,
Every two weeks for 2 months
Monthly for the last 6 months to maintain healthy lifestyle changes
Each session is led by a trained lifestyle coach who guides you to make realistic and lasting lifestyle changes. Meet our Virginia Cooperative Extension lifestyle coaches.
Session topics help you to:
Eat healthy
Be more physical activity
Manage stress
Stay on track when eating out
Understand and respond to food cues
Stay motivated
Solve problems that can get in the way of healthy changes
What is the cost of the VCE Diabetes Prevention Program
The cost of this program is covered by some health insurance. Scholarships are available to cover the cost for those without health insurance, or whose insurance does not cover the program.
Find out if you are eligible
To ask for more information and discuss your eligibility use the link below. You will be contacted by a lifestyle coach in your area. If you are ready to lose a moderate amount of weight, get more active, and develop new eating patterns, this program is right for you.
