Rutgers Cooperative Extension, Dept. of FCHS | Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP)
88 Lipman Dr, Martin Hall, 3rd Fl, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Eligibility
Individuals diagnosed with pre-diabetes, or those who are at risk for type 2 diabetes
Required documents
Varies
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Hours
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908-788-1342, ext. 1349
Voice·
Main Phone
Application process
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Fees
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Service area
Middlesex County, NJ
Mercer County, NJ
Somerset County, NJ
Provides an evidence-based lifestyle change program for preventing type 2 diabetes. These year-long classes help participants make real lifestyle changes such as eating healthier, including physical activity into their daily lives, and improving problem-solving and coping skills.
Providing organization
Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP)
Offers a program tailored for individuals at risk for Diabetes, focusing on prevention through an evidence-based lifestyle change approach. Participants engage in healthier eating, regular physical activity, and enhancing problem-solving skills in weekly sessions led by trained coaches for 6 months, followed by monthly meetings for another 6 months.