Managing diabetes can be hard, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Get the support, skills, and confidence you need to manage diabetes and live a healthier life.
What is DSMES?
Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) is a
program that teaches people with diabetes how to manage their
condition in everyday life. Led by Registered Dietitian, the program covers topics like blood sugar monitoring, healthy eating, medication use, and staying active.
program that teaches people with diabetes how to manage their
condition in everyday life. Led by Registered Dietitian, the program covers topics like blood sugar monitoring, healthy eating, medication use, and staying active.
Tailored to Your Needs
Whether you’ve just been diagnosed or have been living with diabetes for years, DSMES is designed to meet you where you are. In
our program, you will:
our program, you will:
- Learn how to check and understand your blood sugar levels.
- Get help taking medications, including how to use insulin if needed.
- Understand healthy eating habits and learn basic carb counting.
- Create realistic goals that work for your lifestyle.
- Learn ways to avoid diabetes complications.
- Get support for mental and emotional well-being.
- Find simple ways to stay active.
What to Expect
Our DSMES program is designed to meet you where you are, whether you’re newly diagnosed or looking for better ways to manage your health. Sessions are led by Registered Dietitian and coordinated with your Ampla care team.
Throughout the program, you’ll learn how to manage your blood sugar, understand and safely use medications like insulin, develop
healthy eating habits, and create lasting lifestyle changes. Everything is tailored to your unique health goals and personal
schedule, because your care should fit your life, not the other way around.
Ask your Provider for a Referral
DSMES is great for anyone who wants more support in living well with diabetes. You may benefit from the program if:
- You were recently diagnosed with type 1, type 2, or gestational diabetes.
- You want better blood sugar control or need to change medications.
- You feel unsure about diet, exercise, or managing stress.
- You are facing new challenges with diabetes management.
How to Enroll?
To join DSMES at Ampla Health, talk to your Ampla Health
provider about a referral. A referral helps us understand your
medical history and tailor the program to your needs. Once we
receive the referral, our team will reach out to schedule your first
session.
provider about a referral. A referral helps us understand your
medical history and tailor the program to your needs. Once we
receive the referral, our team will reach out to schedule your first
session.
Most insurance plans, including Medi-Cal (Medicaid), Medicare,
and private plans, cover DSMES.
Patient Testimonial
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– DSMES Participant
Why Choose Ampla Health?
Ampla Health is here for the whole you. Our diabetes care team includes, registered dietitian, pharmacists, and behavioral health providers who work together to support your goals. We focus on care that is inclusive, accessible, and built around your individual needs.
Take Control of Your Diabetes
You don’t have to manage diabetes on your own. Call (530) 434-7132, contact us via our online form, or talk to your provider about a
referral to get started.
referral to get started.