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9 Nov 07Caring For Someone With Diabetes
A free study day is available to offer advice and support for people in Poole who are looking after a friend or relative with long-term complications from diabetes 
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The study day will take place on 5 December in Wallisdown between 10.30am - 3.30pm.
Experts will be on hand throughout the day to give presentations on both the medical and social aspects of care and there will be information about the help available from hospitals, GPs and Social Services.
Diabetes is a condition that is on the increase in the UK. In some cases complications can develop which can affect a persons sight, heart, kidneys and nerves. It is in these cases that people may need extra help from a friend or relative to help them cope with their condition.
Many people who have diabetes are able to manage the condition independently with medication, change of diet and lifestyle changes.
The study day is a joint project between Borough of Poole's Adult Social Services and St John Ambulance .
Val Mitchell, Carers Services Manager, Adult Social Services, Borough of Poole, said: "A day like this is aimed at supporting those who are caring for the patient at home. It is an opportunity for carers to meet others in a similar position, gain information and have questions answered."
To book a place on the diabetes study day contact Val Mitchell on tel: 01202 261174 . Low cost sitting to look after the cared for person, whilst the carer attends the study day can be arranged through Help and Care on tel: 0845 4500 418.
Free parking and lunch is available to those attending the event.
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