The Diabetes Prevention Program, a yearlong initiative aimed at reducing the risk of Type 2 diabetes, will begin weekly sessions on April 22 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Senior Center, with an informational session scheduled for April 15 at 6 p.m., according to a Mar. 11 announcement. The program is free but requires registration either online or in person at the Senior Center.
The program matters because it offers evidence-based strategies that have been shown to help people with prediabetes cut their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes in half and is reported as twice as effective as medication alone. Participants will learn about healthy eating, increasing physical activity, managing stress, staying motivated, and overcoming obstacles to lasting change.
“Small changes can make a big difference in your health and help prevent the development of Type 2 diabetes,” organizers said. The curriculum includes sixteen weekly sessions focused on building healthy habits, followed by monthly meetings for continued support and accountability.
The program is presented by Corewell Health and aims to provide community members with tools for healthier living. Sterling Heights provides resources such as libraries, parks, cultural programs, and opportunities for resident engagement through volunteering and public meetings according to the official website.
Sterling Heights operates under a council-manager government structure delivering services through departments like police, fire, public works, parks and recreation, and community development according to the official website. The city also promotes heritage awareness dating back to prehistoric times while supporting preservation efforts through its Historical Commission and landmarks such as the Upton House built in the mid-1800s according to the official website.
Sterling Heights preserves a historical collection depicting growth since its township era beginning in 1835 according to the official website, serving as a key Michigan community with a history of planned development according to the official website.
