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Diabetes Education
Resource Manual
Locations that are bolded are located at clinics and hospitals that offer health care.
Green Markers represent free service, Red Markers Represent Paid or Discounted
Service, Blue Markers Represent Family Care Specialists Clinicsii
Table of Contents
Free Diabetes Education Resource List………………………………………………………. 1 - 6
Paid or Discounted Diabetes Education Resource List…………………………………....... 7- 12Free Diabetes Education Resources
*Bolded Locations are located at Hospitals or Clinics
Link to the Asset Map (Education Program Markers in Red, Family Care Specialist Clinics Markers in Blue):
https://mapsengine.google.com/map/edit?mid=zY9Bci888SaA.kCVb_lcpTaLs
1. The Wellness Center
The Wellness Center at LAC+USC houses community programs such as, American Diabetes
Association, American Heart Association, YMCA, Los Angeles County Department of Public
Health, L.A. Care, and many more.
American Diabetes Association, Suite 1021
Main Office: (213) 784-9191
Where: 1200 N State St, USC Health Sciences Campus, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Description: One-on-One education and counseling on nutrition and diabetes-related topics;
group classes on Diabetes Self-Management.
When: Classes in Spanish – Wed 10:30am-12:30pm & Mon/Wed 3-5pm; English – Fri 1-2pm
Walk-ins welcome M-F 8:30am – 4:30pm; Sat 9am – 12pm
http://www.thewellnesscenterla.org/#!americandiabetesassociation
2. WMMC Living With Diabetes Class
Main Office: (323) 307-8921 Call to Register
Where: 1720 East Cesar E Chavez Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Description: We offer a free class, Living with Diabetes, in English and Spanish. This is a two
hour class for persons living with diabetes or pre-diabetes and their family members. Join this
interactive class where you can learn an overview of diabetes taught by a Certified Diabetes
Educator.
When: 1st and 3rd Wednesday from 4-6pm; alternating English & Spanish
https://www.adventisthealth.org/white-memorial/pages/services/diabetes-care/diabetes-
education.aspx (Click on Classes/Events)
3. American Diabetes Association Por Tu Familia
Main Office: (213) 674-8842
Where: 1200 N State St, USC Health Sciences Campus, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Description: Free workshops that teach individuals more about diabetes, making healthier
choices and being physically active. Workshops also in Spanish.
When: Call for Schedule
http://www.diabetes.org/in-my-community/awareness-programs/latino-programs/por-tu-
familia.html
14. Beverly Hospital Diabetes Courses
Main Office: (323) 726-1222
Call to Register for Classes: 1-800-618-6664
Where: 309 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640
Description: Full range service, not for profit hospital. Offers 3 free diabetes course: Acute &
Chronic Complications of Diabetes, Coping with Diabetes and Hypertension, Diabetes &
Alzheimer's Disease. Open to All.
http://www.beverly.org/default.html
http://www.beverly.org/classes-events/default.html
5. HealthCare Partners East LA
Call to Register: (800) 335-3362
Where: 3800 E 1st St, Los Angeles, CA 90063
Description: Offer FREE Disease Prevention and Management classes which includes a Diabetes
101 class and a Diabetes Nutrition Class, and Weight Management Class*.
When: Check Schedule for times
https://www.healthcarepartners.com/HealthyLiving/HealthEnhancementClasses.aspx?mid=22
*Health Care Partners Weight Management class cost $65
6. HealthCare Partners El Monte
Call to Register: (800) 335-3362
Where: 3144 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte, CA 91733
Description: Offer FREE Disease Prevention and Management classes which includes a Diabetes
101 class and a Diabetes Nutrition Class, and Weight Management Class*.
When: Check Schedule for times
https://www.healthcarepartners.com/HealthyLiving/HealthEnhancementClasses.aspx?mid=22
*Health Care Partners Weight Management class cost $65
7. HealthCare Partners Glendale
Call to Register: (800) 335-3362
Where: 225 W Broadway, Glendale, CA 91204
Description: Offer FREE Disease Prevention and Management classes which includes a Diabetes
101 class and a Diabetes Nutrition Class, and Weight Management Class*.
When: Check Schedule for times
https://www.healthcarepartners.com/HealthyLiving/HealthEnhancementClasses.aspx?mid=22
*Health Care Partners Weight Management class cost $65
28. HealthCare Partners Los Angeles
Call to Register: (800) 335-3362
Where: 1025 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Description: Offers FREE Disease Prevention and Management classes which includes a
Diabetes 101 class, a Diabetes Nutrition Class, and a Weight Management Class*.
When: Check Schedule for times
https://www.healthcarepartners.com/HealthyLiving/HealthEnhancementClasses.aspx?mid=22
*Health Care Partners Weight Management class cost $65
9. HealthCare Partners Montebello
Call to Register: (800) 335-3362
Where: 2603 Via Campo, Montebello, CA 90640
Description: Offer FREE Disease Prevention and Management classes which includes a Diabetes
101 class and a Diabetes Nutrition Class, and Weight Management Class*.
When: Check Schedule for times
https://www.healthcarepartners.com/HealthyLiving/HealthEnhancementClasses.aspx?mid=22
*Health Care Partners Weight Management class cost $65
10. HealthCare Partners Monterey Park
Call to Register: (800) 335-3362
Where: 880 S Atlantic Blvd, Monterey Park, CA 91754
Description: Offer FREE Disease Prevention and Management classes which includes a Diabetes
101 class and a Diabetes Nutrition Class, and Weight Management Class*.
When: Check Schedule for times
https://www.healthcarepartners.com/HealthyLiving/HealthEnhancementClasses.aspx?mid=22
*Health Care Partners Weight Management class cost $65
11. HealthCare Partners Burbank
Call to Register: (800) 335-3362
Where: 2211 W Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91506
Description: Offer FREE Disease Prevention and Management classes which includes a Diabetes
101 class and a Diabetes Nutrition Class, and Weight Management Class*.
When: Check Schedule for times
https://www.healthcarepartners.com/HealthyLiving/HealthEnhancementClasses.aspx?mid=22
*Health Care Partners Weight Management class cost $65
312. LA. Care Family Resource Center Classes Boyle Heights
Main: (213) 294-2833
Where: 1200 N State St, USC Health Sciences Campus, Los Angeles, CA 90033. Located at the
Wellness Center.
Description: Classes such as: Yoga, Zumba, Aerobics, Dance and Cooking classes.
When: Monday- Friday 9:30am-6:30pm; Varied classes through the day, See Calendar of Events
http://www.lacare.org/members/medicare-resources/health-education
13. Good Samaritan Hospital Community Diabetes/Heart Education Program
Call to Register for Classes: (213) 977-2150
Where: 1225 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Description: Living with Diabetes, Heart H.E.L.P (Healthy Eating and Lifestyle Program) and
Healthy Habits for Mom & Baby. Classes are available in English and Spanish.
When: Call for class schedule.
http://goodsam.org/classes/community.php
14. UMMA Community Clinic
Main: (323) 789-5610
Call for Classes: (323)406-5785
Where: 711 W Florence Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Description: Community Workshops: Healthy Living with a Chronic Condition; Six course
curriculum for patients and individuals living with a chronic condition, Patients have reported
increase in healthy behaviors, weight loss and smoking cessation.
Mt. Carmel Park (Spanish) YMCA (English with physical component) For more information on
Health Education and Promotion Chronic Disease workshops contact, Jacqueline Chirakian,
Health Promoter (Promotora de Salud) at (323)406- 5785 or jchirakian@ummaclinic.org.
When: Monday – Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm; Saturday 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
http://www.ummaclinic.org/the-project/health-education
15. Latino Diabetes Association
Main: (323) 837-9869
Where: 200 Mines Ave, Montebello, CA 90640
Description: The main focus for the LDA continues to be a grassroots, community-based
approach to preventive diabetes education and self-management. All classes approximately 90
minutes. All diabetes classes free. Classes offered: Diabetes Prevention, Diabetes Control and
Self-Management, Diabetes Peer Support Group, "Sabor y Sazón" Healthy Cooking Program,
"Mi Vida Yoga" and Exercise Program and Supportive Services offers coordination of services
for free glucometers and general oral medicine and insulin. Classes are in Spanish and English
When: Call for schedule
http://lda.org/our-programs
http://lda.org/resource_files/LDA_Community_Clinic_Directory.pdf
416. Boyle Heights Medical & Dental Alta Med Health Education
Call for Classes: (323) 278-4205
Where: 3945 Whittier Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90023
Description: Offers free one-on-one Diabetes Management and free diabetes classes in Spanish
every month, check calendar for times. Must Register with Alta Med online or Call to register.
When: Varies for each class
http://www.altamed.org/healthedclasses#diabetes1
17. Bell & Dental Alta Med Health Education
Call for Classes: (323) 278-4205
Where: 6901 Atlantic Ave, Bell, CA 90201
Description: Offers free Diabetes Classes for Spanish Speakers, times vary by month. Check
calendar for times. Must Register with Alta Med online or Call to register.
When: Varies for each class
http://www.altamed.org/healthedclasses#diabetes1
18. Lincoln Heights Arroyo Vista Family Health Center Free Diabetes Class
Main: (323)987-2000
Where: 2411 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90031
Description: Teaches healthy eating with diabetes and general diabetes education.
When: English: Every Friday 10am-11pm
Spanish: Saturdays 1pm-2pm, 2pm-3pm, and Every fourth Tuesday of every month.
Times vary, check Calendar
http://www.arroyovista.org/events.php
19. Highland Park Arroyo Vista Family Health Center Free Diabetes Class
Main: (323)254-5221
Where: N Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90042
Description: Teaches healthy eating with diabetes and general diabetes education.
When: English and Spanish: Wednesday 5pm-6pm,
Spanish Only: Saturday 10am-11am,11am-12pmTimes vary, check Calendar
http://www.arroyovista.org/events.php
520. La Loma Arroyo Vista Family Health Center Free Diabetes Class
Main: (213) 201-5800
Where: 303 Loma Dr #202, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Description: Teaches healthy eating with diabetes and general diabetes education.
When: English-Every Third Monday of the month from 10:30am-11:30am.
Spanish-Every Third Monday of the month from 2:30pm-3:30pm in Spanish.
Times vary, check Calendar
http://www.arroyovista.org/events.php
21. FCS Boyle Heights Office Suite 230 and 402
Where: 1701 East Cesar E Chavez Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Suite 230 Contact: (323) 226-1100
Suite 230 Hours: Monday- Friday 8am to 6pm
Urgent Care: 8am to 4:30pm
Saturday: 8am to 6pm
Urgent Care: 8am to 12pm
Suite 402 Contact: (323)317-9200
Suite 402 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 5:30 pm
Urgent Care: 8:30am to 11:30am; 1:30 pm to 4:30pm
22. FCS Highland Park Office
Main Contact: (323) 255-1575
Where: 5823 York Blvd Suite 1, Los Angeles, CA 90042
Hours: Monday- Friday 8:30AM to 5:00PM
Saturday: Urgent Care 9AM to 12PM
23. FCS Montebello Office
Main Contact: (323) 728-3955
Where: 815 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30AM to 6:00PM
Saturday: Urgent Care 8:30AM to 12:00PM
6Paid or Discounted Diabetes Education Resources
*Bolded Locations are located at Hospitals or Clinics
Link to the Asset Map (Education Program Markers in Red, Family Care Specialist Clinics Markers in Blue):
https://mapsengine.google.com/map/edit?mid=zY9Bci888SaA.kCVb_lcpTaLs
1. USC Westside Center for Diabetes
Main: (323) 442-5100 Call for appointment
Where: 1355 San Pablo St, USC Health Sciences Campus, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Description: The center offers an integrated approach to diabetes care with an interdisciplinary
team of endocrinologists, dietitian, nurse practitioner, and multispecialty physicians.
Cost: Varies on each patient and services, Need to be referred
http://www.uscdiabetes.com/ourcenters_downtown.html
2. White Memorial Medical Center Diabetes Care + DSME Courses
Main: (323) 307-8921 Call to Register
Where: 1720 East Cesar E Chavez Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Description: We offer an ADA approved curriculum that provides patients with the tools and
knowledge necessary to manage their diabetes. Patients will meet individually, or in a class, with
Certified Diabetes Educators. Classes are: On the Road to Better Managing your Diabetes,
Diabetes and Healthy Eating, Monitoring Blood Glucose, Continuing your Journey with
Diabetes, Diabetes in the Real World and Gestational Diabetes Management.
Cost: Temporarily Free. Subject to Change without notice. Need referral.
http://www.whitememorial.com/medical-services/diabetes-education
3. Glendale Adventist Health Diabetes Care + DSME
Main: (818) 409-3548
Where: 1509 Wilson Terrace, Glendale, CA 91206
Description: Offers DSME Education covered by Medicare with referral and covered by most
insurances, screening at hospital, gestational diabetes care and various community locations and
diabetes support groups.
Cost: Covered by Medicare and most insurances, Need referral.
When: Classes are Tuesdays 4:30pm-7:00pm
http://www.glendaleadventist.com/diabetes-care
https://www.adventisthealth.org/glendale/Documents/DiabetesBrochure.pdf
74. Beverly Hospital Diabetes Classes
Main: (323) 726-1222
Call to Register for Classes: 1-800-618-6664
Where: 309 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640
Description: Full ranged hospital serving local residents of Montebello, Pico Rivera, Monterey
Park, El Monte, Whittier, East Los Angeles and surrounding communities.
Cost: Varies on each patient and services
http://www.beverly.org/default.html
5. Cedars-Sinai Hospital
Main: (800) 233-2771
Call for support groups: (310) 423-0592
Where: 8700 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048
South Tower, Plaza Level in the Harvey Morse Conference Center
Description: Cedars Sinai Medical Center provides opportunities for patients and families to get
together to discuss issues and topics pertaining to diabetes in informal drop-in support and
education sessions with our Diabetes Educators. It is a great chance to share your feelings, ideas,
and concerns about diabetes with others.
Cost: Varies for each patient and service. Need to be referred for one on one education.
When: First Wednesday of the month from 6:00pm to 7:30pm.
http://www.cedars-sinai.edu/Patients/Programs-and-Services/Endocrinology/Diabetes-
Center/PatientGuide/index.aspx
6. Culver-Palms Family YMCA
Contact: Cristina Groff at (310)390-3604 or cristinagroff@ymcala.org.
Where: 4500 Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City, CA
Session Topics Include: Ways to Eat Less Fat, Tip the Calorie Balance, Take Charge of What’s
around you, Problem Solving, Four Keys to Healthy Eating Out, You Can Manage Stress, Ways
to Stay Motivated
Condition: May be included in some insurances, otherwise financial aid is available, must
register with YMCA
Cost: Class is free, membership is not. A 7 day pass is available.
When: TBA
http://www.ymcala.org/weingart-east-los-angeles/classes/diabetes-prevention-program
https://www.picf.org/images/medialibrary/Diabetes_Prevention_Program.pdf
87. Crenshaw Family YMCA
Contact Alissa Singer: (213)505-1812 or at alissasinger@ymcala.org
Where: 3820 Santa Rosalia Dr, Los Angeles, CA
Session Topics Include: Ways to Eat Less Fat, Tip the Calorie Balance, Take Charge of What’s
around you, Problem Solving, Four Keys to Healthy Eating Out, You Can Manage Stress, Ways
to Stay Motivated
Condition: May be included in some insurances, otherwise financial aid is available, must
register with YMCA
Cost: Class is free, membership is not. A 7 day pass is available.
When: TBA
http://www.ymcala.org/weingart-east-los-angeles/classes/diabetes-prevention-program
https://www.picf.org/images/medialibrary/Diabetes_Prevention_Program.pdf
8. Weingart East Los Angeles YMCA
Contact: Aida Martinez at (213)639- 7421 or aidamartinez@ymcala.org.
Where: 2900 Whittier Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Session Topics Include: Ways to Eat Less Fat, Tip the Calorie Balance, Take Charge of What’s
around you, Problem Solving, Four Keys to Healthy Eating Out, You Can Manage Stress, Ways
to Stay Motivated
Condition: May be included in some insurances, otherwise financial aid is available, must
register with YMCA
Cost: Class is free, membership is not. A 7 day pass is available.
When: TBA
http://www.ymcala.org/weingart-east-los-angeles/classes/diabetes-prevention-program
https://www.picf.org/images/medialibrary/Diabetes_Prevention_Program.pdf
9. L.A. Christian Health Centers Pico-Aliso Clinic
Main: (323) 268-8391
Where: 1625 E 4th St, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Description: Adult and pediatric primary and prevention medical care, diabetes asthma and high
blood pressure management, nutrition, pharmacy laboratory and x-rays, adult and child
immunizations, optometry, mental health, case management, well child outreach visits, health
education, TB screenings, HIV/Hepatitis C education counseling testing and care, etc.
Cost: Depending on income “sliding scale”
When: Mon – Fri 7:30am – 5:00pm
www.lachc.com
910. Clinica Monseñor Cesar Romero LA Downtown
Main: (213)989-7700
Where: 123 S Alvarado St, Los Angeles, CA 90057
Description: Complete medical exams, diabetes and other chronic disease prevention,
eye/diabetes retinopathy screening, on-site pharmacy, medication education, breast cancer
screening, child immunizations, adult vaccines, child dental care, couples/family therapy, drugs
and alcohol counseling and treatment, “Healthy Baby” preventive care, AIDS/HIV/STD
screening, teen pregnancy prevention counseling, reading program for children under 5,
community organizing.
Cost: Depends on income “sliding scale.”
http://clinicaromero.com/
11. Clinica Monseñor Cesar Romero East LA
Main: (323) 987-1030
After Hours Emergency: (323) 987-1030
Where: 2032 Marengo St, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Description: Complete medical exams, diabetes and other chronic disease prevention,
eye/diabetes retinopathy screening, on-site pharmacy, medication education, breast cancer
screening, child immunizations, adult vaccines, child dental care, couples/family therapy, drugs
and alcohol counseling and treatment, “Healthy Baby” preventive care, AIDS/HIV/STD
screening, teen pregnancy prevention counseling, reading program for children under 5,
community organizing.
Costs: Depends on income “sliding scale.”
Hours: Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm
http://clinicaromero.com/
12. Roybal Diabetes Management Center CHC
Main: 323-780-2373
Where: 245 S Fetterly Ave, East Los Angeles, CA 90022
Description: This center offers comprehensive care to patients who have diabetes but lack
adequate health insurance to take care of their medical needs. At the center we draw all
laboratory tests at your initial visit and results are ready within twenty minutes. While you are at
the clinic you are evaluated by a diabetes educator as well as a diabetes specialist. A diabetes
management plan is created for treating your diabetes and you will be followed by one of the
centers highly trained diabetes nurse educators. Once a year (or more often, if needed) you will
be checked by the diabetes physician, to make sure your diabetes treatment is on track.
Costs: Varies for each patient and service, Need referral.
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00am-8:00pm; Sat 8:30am - 5:00pm
http://www.uscdiabetes.com/ourcenters_eastside.html
1013. Glendale Memorial Hospital Diabetes Education Program
Main: (818) 507- 4616
Where: 1420 S Central Ave, Glendale, CA 91204
Description: We offer classes in diabetes self-management, as well as individual instruction and
nutrition counseling in both English and Spanish. Diabetes Management Classes.
This program is offered in a series of four group classes, each dealing with the various aspects of
living with diabetes. Classes are covered by most insurances and may need a doctor's referral.
Cost: Varies for each patient and, Need referral.
When: First Thursday of Every Month
http://www.glendalememorialhospital.org/Medical_Services/181919
14. L.A. Christian Health Centers Joshua House Clinic
Main: (213) 893-1960
Where: 311 Winston St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Description: Adult and pediatric primary and prevention medical care, diabetes asthma and high
blood pressure management, nutrition, pharmacy laboratory and x-rays, adult and child
immunizations, dental, optometry, mental health, case management, well child outreach visits,
health education, TB screenings, HIV/Hepatitis C education counseling testing and care, etc.
Costs: Varies on each patient and services
Hours: Mon – Fri 7am – 3:30pm
http://www.lachc.com/
15. FCS Boyle Heights Office Suite 230 and 402
Where: 1701 East Cesar E Chavez Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Suite 230 Contact: (323) 226-1100
Suite 230 Hours: Monday- Friday 8am to 6pm
Urgent Care: 8am to 4:30pm
Saturday: 8am to 6pm
Urgent Care: 8am to 12pm
Suite 402 Contact: (323)317-9200
Suite 402 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 5:30 pm
Urgent Care: 8:30am to 11:30am; 1:30 pm to 4:30pm
16. FCS Highland Park Office
Where: 5823 York Blvd Suite 1, Los Angeles, CA 90042
Main Contact: (323) 255-1575
Hours: Monday- Friday 8:30AM to 5:00PM
Saturday: Urgent Care 9AM to 12PM
1117. FCS Montebello Office
Where: 815 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Main Contact: (323) 728-3955
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30AM to 6:00PM
Saturday: Urgent Care 8:30AM to 12:00PM
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