Wind River Reservation: Reducing Diabetes Disparities in American Indian Communities

www.alliancefordiabetes.org

Empowering Our Community

To Live A Healthy Lifestyle

Diabetes Camp at Local School

50 & Over Conference

Playground

Diabetes Conference

Self Management Classes

Lifestyle Balance

Classroom:

K-3rd Grade: Eagle Book Series (4 Books/Videos)

CDC

4th-6th Grade: Hands On Diabetes Education

7th-Charter H.S.: Diabetes Jeopardy

• Knowledge

• Traditional Ways vs. Modern

• Terminology

• Signs & Symptoms

• Prevention

Activities:

Traditional Dances

Outdoor Games to Play

• Prevention

• Low Cost

• Life Development

• Being Active = Fun

Healthier Living

Enjoying a Longer Life

Less Stress in Daily Living

Building a Healthier Community

Prevention of Diseases

Safety & Security

Save $$$ / Budgeting

Voice for the Community

Cliental Intervention

Screenings

Follow-ups

Set up Future Home Visits

Montana/Wyoming Tribal Leaders Council

Both Tribal Health Departments

for a more active community

Education

Updates

Building Spirituality

Different Ideas

Team Building / Community

Using Local Entities

What is Diabetes?

Nutrition

Staying Active

Medication (I.H.S.)

Stress Management

Monitoring Blood Sugar

Complications

Classroom Setting

Preventative

How to Count Fat & Calories

Healthy Eating

Being Active

Food Cues

Problem Solving

Lifestyle Slips

Social Cues

Staying Motivated

Activity Setting Cardio Endurance Stamina Strength Speed Power Flexibility Accuracy Agility Balance Coordination