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The Stanford Diabetes Care Program is excited to provide a monthly virtual group webinar for people with diabetes and their families. Each session includes educational content aimed at sharing insights and acquiring knowledge. Managing diabetes can be difficult since it affects various aspects of life, making support essential.

January 9
CGM & OTC Biosensors
Kristina Schmidt, PharmD, MS, BC-ADM, CDCES

February 13
Diabetes Updates: CGMs and GLP-1 Receptor Agonist’s
Michael Blyumin, PharmD, CDCES

March 13
What to ask my Doctor about my cardiovascular risk and metabolic health
Mehdi Skihri MD 

April 10
Managing the gastrointestinal side effects of GLP-1 with focus on nutrition and lifestyle interventions
Elaine Hon, MS, RD, CDCES

May 8
Preconception Planning
Marina Basina, MD

June 12
Understanding Labs & Adjunct Medications for Diabetes
Warif Kastoun, PharmD

July 10
Nutrition During Travel
Erin Hodgson, MS, RD, CDCES

August 14
Navigating Diabetes burnout
Molly Tannenbaum PhD

September 11
Alternative Insulin Delivery Devices
Nancy Shin, PharmD, CDCES

October 9
The Impact of Sleep on Blood Glucose Regulation
Carl Ching MSN, RN, CDCES

November 13
Autumn Bites: Satisfy Your Cravings with Flavorful, Carb-Controlled Snacks
Jessica Shipley, MS, RD, CDCES

December 11
Diabetic Friendly Dessert Options during the Holidays
Jillian Ringrose RD CDCES
 

Sponsored by ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Diabetes Care Program & Health Library

Penny Donnelly, RN, LMFT is the director of the support programs at Stanford's Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Center. She has developed and led a number of counseling and health education programs for patients and facilitates support groups for infertility, third party reproduction and a mind body program.

Please join us for an informational session evening to learn how to improve your communication skills with your partner as you go through fertility treatments.

• Improved listening skills
• Symptoms of a "stressed" couple
• Differences in how men and women cope with infertility
• Tips for supporting your partner in ways that feel helpful
• Strategies for maintain a healthy relationship when going through difficult times.
• Principles of a strong relationship

For more information, please navigate to the Stanford Fertility and Reproductive Medicine Center. If you are interested in more personalized information about our programs, please call Penny Donnelly RN, LMFT, at 650-723-6408 or email pdonnelly@stanfordmed.org.

Private and couples counseling also available, with NO charge for the first session.

• Characteristics of resilient people
• How to cultivate resilience
• Mindfulness and "staying present"
• Eliciting the relaxation response
• Spirituality, Health, and Coping

For more information, please navigate to the Stanford Fertility and Reproductive Medicine Center. If you are interested in more personalized information about our programs, please call Penny Donnelly RN, LMFT, at 650-723-6408 or email pdonnelly@stanfordmed.org.

Private and couples counseling also available, with NO charge for the first session.

Couples considering pursuing 3rd party reproduction- ovum donation, sperm donation, or the use of a gestational carrier have some important decisions to make over what they will share with others, and most importantly their intended child. This lecture focuses on what the current ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ has shown us about disclosure and how to best go about the process to best meet the needs of your family.

For more information, please navigate to the Stanford Fertility and Reproductive Medicine Center. If you are interested in more personalized information about our programs, please call Penny Donnelly RN, LMFT, at 650-723-6408.

Private and couples counseling also available, with NO charge for the first session.

NOTE: Our program is currently full. We are no longer accepting applications and do not have a waiting list.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½!

Students must be 18 years old, high school graduates, and available for 12 weeks (between June – August). Students are required to volunteer for 2 shifts on a weekly basis (shifts are 3-4 hours long). All requirements must be completed prior to the first day of volunteering.

Roles

Volunteers serve in four ways:

• Assisting staff in patient care areas
• Providing information and service to patients and families
• Assisting in an clerical or office environment
• Providing Community Support (for example, work and assist aging adults)

Time Commitment

The minimum is 2 shifts per week (3-4 hours per shift) for 3 months.

Volunteering with Children

Please contact the Volunteer Services Department at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital by calling 650-497-8696, or visit .

How to Become a Volunteer

• Volunteer requirements will include the following:
• Orientation
• In-person interview
• Criminal background check
• On-line training modules
• Health screening (TB test / vaccines)

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½!

NOTE: Our Summer program is currently full, we are no longer accepting applications and do not have a waiting list.

High school students (age 16 and over) who are interested in volunteering on a year-round basis starting in Fall 2014 should periodically check back for future updates.

Eligibility

Students must be at least 16 years old in order to begin completing the requirements. The next opportunity to begin completing requirements will be Fall 2014.

Volunteer Opportunities and Roles

Volunteer opportunities include: Gift Shop, Information/Navigation Desk areas, and administrative areas. Students are not allowed to shadow, observe, or conduct ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½. Students placed throughout Information Desk areas provide escort, directions, or run errands. Gift shop volunteers will be assisting customers, stocking, etc.

Time Commitment

The minimum commitment is one shift per week (2-3 hours per week) on a year-round basis starting Fall 2014.

Volunteering with Children

Please contact the Volunteer Services Department at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital by calling 650-497-8696, or visit .

How to Become a Volunteer

Students must attend an orientation, interview, and training. Dates for Fall 2014 will be tentatively scheduled in August, please check back on a periodic basis.

• Attend orientation / information session
• Attend interview (in-person)
• Provide health screening (TB test / vaccines)
• Complete online training
• Submit two letters of reference

Are you caring for a loved one diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment, Alzheimer’s disease, Lewy Body, FTD, or neurocognitive decline-dementia? You are not alone. Join our support group and connect with others experiencing similar challenges. The group offers a safe space for peer support and to share information and learn about available resources.

This support group is facilitated by Stanford Neuroscience Health Center.

Support Along the Way

Losing weight takes a strong commitment on your part, and undergoing bariatric surgery as a significant part of a weight-loss program, is a major undertaking. While it's something you can do alone, there's absolutely no reason you have to – or should. We've found that to be truly successful both in the short- and long-term, it's best to have plenty of help and support along the way. And not just from your family and friends.

The Stanford Center for Bariatric Surgery offers you the opportunity to participate in numerous meetings and support groups before and after surgery to help contribute to your successful outcome. The different groups provide a friendly forum for people who are considering or have already had weight loss surgery. We offer education about the surgery, guidelines for nutrition, exercise and emotional well-being during the preparation and recovery process. The groups also involve our patients who have gone through the procedures, or who will be soon.

Patient groups are particularly helpful as they can share their experiences and provide the encouragement and reinforcement you need to succeed in changing your lifestyle behaviors. Here is a sampling of some of the meetings and groups at your disposal. Feel free to contact us regarding any of them.

Weight Loss Surgery Support Group Meetings

The Stanford Weight Loss Surgery (WLS) Support holds meetings on the second Wednesday of each month from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m., at Blake-Wilbur Conference Room. Please contact the meeting facilitator or the clinic Patient Care Coordinator for meeting specifics, confirmation of date, and location.

These meetings are facilitated by a licensed professional. Discussions includes health goals, dietary requirements, exercise expectations, psychological preparation, role of family, short and long-term challenges, pre-op and post-op phases, etc.

Event Details
Weight Loss Surgery Support Group Meetings
Location: Online via Zoom
Date: Second Tuesday of each month
Time: 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

For more information please contact the Stanford Bariatric team to receive schedule & zoom link. You can also request to join our Facebook Page ‘Stanford Bariatric Surgery’ & find out more information about the online meetings this way.

The ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Diabetes Care Program offers a monthly webinar for adults with diabetes and their families. Each month, an educational offering is provided in an open forum where individuals can share ideas and gain information. Diabetes can be challenging as it impacts many areas of life; it is important to have support. Meet with others virtually who live with diabetes.

Featured Topics for 2023

1/12/23: Bulk Cooking Made Into Weekday Meals
Leah Groppo, MS, RD, CDCES

2/9/23: Finding Reliable Health Information Online
Jean Johnson, MLS, AHIP and
Gillian Kumagai, MLIS, AHIP

3/9/23: Alternative Low Carbohydrate Pastas and Noodles
Anna Simos, MPH, MS, CDCES, CPT

4/13/23: Diabetes: It’s All in the Family – Managing the Emotional and Psychological Aspects of Living with T1 and T2
Joseph Solowiejczyk, RN, MSW, CDE

5/11/23: Traveling with Diabetes
Nancy Shin, PharmD, CDCES

6/8/23: Medication Cost Savings
Xin Gu, PharmD

7/13/23: Not Your Regular Salads
Jessica Shipley, MS, RD, CDCES

8/10/23: Story from a Child to Adult, Working in Health Care, Division 1 Athlete
Kristi O’Connor, OT

9/10/23: Yoga and Diabetes
Tracy Taylor, RD, CDCES

10/12/23: Food Psychology
Catherine Hu, RD, CDCES

11/9/23: Diabetes Technology
Michael Blyumin, PharmD

12/14/23: The Benefits of Plant-based Proteins
Alexandra Regalado, RD

For more information about ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Diabetes offerings:
stanfordhealthcare.org/diabetes

This is a quarterly informational session and support group. Families and caregivers are welcome. A continental breakfast will be served.

Session topics:

• Basics of an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD): How it functions and other helpful facts.
• Support group: Living with your ICD.