A six-week free workshop series commencing in Maui aims to provide practical, holistic support for individuals living with diabetes, blending clinical expertise with Native Hawaiian healing practices.
A free six-week diabetes self-management workshop series will begin in Maui on September 16, offering people living with diabetes practical support for day-to-day care, stress management and communication around the condition.
The County of Maui Department of Human Concerns’ Office on Aging is running the programme with Mauliola Pharmacy’s Hoʻokaulike Wellness branch. Sessions will take place every Wednesday from September 16 to October 21, from 10 a.m. to noon, either in person at Mauliola Pharmacy in Wailuku or online through Microsoft Teams. iPads will be available to borrow for participants who need help accessing the virtual sessions.
The course is based on a Stanford University model and is designed to give participants tools for handling fatigue, difficult emotions, blood sugar highs and lows, and the wider challenges that can come with living with diabetes. Stanford Health Care says its diabetes education programmes are intended to provide tailored support from certified specialists and registered dietitians, while the broader self-management model used in this workshop is commonly delivered in six weekly sessions with a focus on problem-solving, nutrition, medications and communication with clinicians.
Mauliola Pharmacy says it aims to combine clinical care with a more holistic approach, including pharmacist-led education and links to traditional Native Hawaiian healing practices. The Maui County Office on Aging, meanwhile, describes its wider mission as supporting older adults and caregivers so they can live independently and with dignity for as long as possible. Space for the workshop is limited, and advance registration is recommended.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical judgment, advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
