November 14 is World Diabetes Day. The theme for 2024–2026 is Diabetes and Wellbeing.  

Diabetes mellitus, or diabetes, is a condition where there is too much glucose in the blood. The body can’t make insulin, enough insulin or is not effectively using the insulin it does make. Over time high glucose levels can damage blood vessels and nerves, resulting in long term health complications including heart, kidney, eye and foot damage. 

Diabetes is a serious and chronic condition which can affect the entire body. While there is currently no cure, you can live an enjoyable life by learning about the condition and effectively managing it. 

Diabetes Australia reports that there are ~1,500,000 people living with diabetes in Australia.   

The are three main types of diabetes; all types are complex and serious: 

• Type 1 
• Type 2  
• Gestational diabetes 

If your family member is one of the Australians who suffer from diabetes, Right at Home can help manage the disease through home care and support with our special care situations: 

• Education of what affects blood glucose levels 
• Coordination of a healthy meal plan 
• Development of a light exercise schedule 
• Shopping 
• Meal preparation 
• Medication reminders
• Medication Management 
• Skilled Nursing 

If you would like to learn more about how we can help you or someone you love manage their diabetes, contact your local Right at Home office today. 

Right at Home Australia is a leading provider of quality in-home care. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for those we serve ensuring the Right Care, Right at Home™.  We support people living with complex and post-operative care needs, dementia and cognitive decline, seniors, and adults living with a disability including NDIS participants. Our tailored services help clients to remain safe and independent in their homes. We are an Approved Provider under the Aged Care Act, meaning we can provide quality support at home under a government-funded home care package. We also offer private pay arrangements for those who do not have government funding, or who wish to pay privately for top-up care. Right at Home is all about you. We are available 24/7 so contact your local office today. You can also call our national number on 1300 363 802. 

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