Diabetes care and education specialists has been shown to be effective at improving outcomes and increasing well-being for individuals affected by diabetes, prediabetes and other cardiometabolic conditions. Unfortunately, there are numerous barriers to diabetes self-management education and support (DSMES) such as a lack of community awareness, gaps in referrals and logistical factors that can affect the person with diabetes’ ability to access programs provided in clinical settings.
ADCES grants work to address these barriers through funding opportunities to develop and implement projects that target vulnerable and underserved populations through innovative and creative ways. Learnings are shared with members and other healthcare professionals.