Your Diabetes Support Partner

Transforming diabetes care through personalized treatment plans, expert medical guidance, and complete support for lasting health outcomes.

Our Services

Comprehensive diabetes support designed to help you manage your condition with confidence and ease.

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Nutrition Planning

Customized meal plans and nutritional guidance designed specifically for diabetes management.

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Medication Management

Secure, temperature-controlled medication storage and dispensing through our innovative anti-theft device designed specifically for vulnerable populations.

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Health Education

Comprehensive diabetes education programs covering lifestyle management, prevention strategies, and health optimization.

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24/7 Support

Round-the-clock access to diabetes educators and support specialists when you need them most.

Our Network

We've partnered with trusted healthcare providers and community organizations all around California to ensure you have access to comprehensive diabetes care.

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Riverside Medical Centers

Specialized diabetes programs and comprehensive care through county health facilities with dedicated diabetes education and management services.

Diabetes Programs
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Endocrinologists

Direct connections to board-certified endocrinologists accepting new patients, specializing in diabetes and metabolic disorders.

Accepting New Patients
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Partner Pharmacies

Local pharmacies offering medication assistance programs, diabetes supplies, and specialized consultation services.

Medication Assistance
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Fitness & Nutrition Programs

Local gyms, community centers, and nutrition programs offering diabetes-friendly exercise classes and dietary counseling.

Wellness Programs
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Riverside Free Clinic

Providing free medical care, diabetes screenings, and ongoing management support for uninsured and underinsured patients.

Free Services
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Cope Health Solutions

Healthcare education and community outreach programs connecting students with diabetes care initiatives and patient support.

Community Outreach

Connected Care Network

Through our extensive network of healthcare providers, community organizations, and educational institutions, we ensure you have seamless access to comprehensive diabetes care. Our partnerships span across Riverside County, creating a supportive ecosystem for diabetes management and prevention.

Our Mission

DiabetesConnect addresses the diabetes epidemic nationwide with a focus on California & the Inland Empire. We recognize that having diabetes is challenging enough without having to navigate complex healthcare systems alone.

Our team connects patients to existing diabetes care resources, provides peer support, and ensures no one faces diabetes management in isolation. We work with healthcare providers, community organizations, and volunteers to create a comprehensive support network.

Available in English and Spanish, our services meet you where you are in your diabetes journey.

14%
of Inland Empire adults have diabetes (compared to 9% statewide), and 46% of all Californians have prediabetes or undiagnosed diabetes
500K
people affected by diabetes in our region, and 38.4 million citizens nationwide
35
physicians per 100,000 residents
FREE
all our services are completely free

About DiabetesConnect

We are a team of UC Riverside undergraduate students who want to help reduce health disparities in the Inland Empire as well as nationwide. To achieve this, we have partnered with certified diabetes educators, nutritionists, and healthcare professionals who are dedicated to helping you manage your diabetes with confidence and ease.

Our comprehensive approach combines evidence-based care with personalized support to provide you with the tools and resources you need to live a healthy, fulfilling life with diabetes.

We're committed to making diabetes care accessible, supportive, and empowering for everyone in our community.

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Contact Us

Ready to start your diabetes management journey? Get in touch with our team today.

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Nutrition Planning

Personalized meal planning and nutritional guidance specifically designed for optimal diabetes management and long-term health outcomes.

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Comprehensive Nutrition Support

Our nutrition planning service provides you with the knowledge and tools needed to make informed dietary choices that support stable blood sugar levels and overall wellness.

🥗 Personalized Meal Plans

Custom-designed meal plans based on your specific dietary needs, cultural preferences, lifestyle, and blood sugar management goals. Each plan is created by certified nutritionists with diabetes expertise.

📊 Carbohydrate Counting

Learn advanced carbohydrate counting techniques to better manage insulin dosing and blood sugar control. Includes practical tools and mobile app recommendations for daily use.

🛒 Smart Shopping Guides

Comprehensive guides for grocery shopping with diabetes, including how to read nutrition labels, identify hidden sugars, and find diabetes-friendly alternatives to your favorite foods.

👨‍🍳 Cooking Classes

Virtual and in-person cooking classes focused on preparing delicious, diabetes-friendly meals. Learn portion control, cooking techniques, and meal prep strategies that fit your schedule.

📱 Ongoing Support

Regular check-ins with our nutrition team, meal plan adjustments based on your progress, and 24/7 access to nutritional guidance through our support platform.

🌮 Cultural Adaptations

Nutrition plans that honor your cultural food traditions while maintaining optimal diabetes management. Available in English and Spanish with culturally appropriate meal suggestions.

Medication Management

Advanced medication storage and dispensing solutions designed to ensure medication security, proper dosing, and optimal therapeutic outcomes for vulnerable populations.

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Secure Medication Solutions

Our innovative medication management system combines cutting-edge security technology with climate-controlled storage to protect your medications while ensuring proper adherence.

🔒 Anti-Theft Protection

State-of-the-art security system specifically designed for vulnerable populations, featuring biometric locks, tamper alerts, and GPS tracking to prevent medication theft.

🌡️ Climate Control

Temperature and humidity controlled storage compartments that maintain optimal conditions for insulin and other temperature-sensitive medications, preventing degradation and ensuring efficacy.

⏰ Smart Dispensing

Automated dispensing system with customizable dosing schedules, visual and audio reminders, and automatic refill notifications to ensure you never miss a dose.

📱 Mobile Integration

Companion mobile app that syncs with your device to track medication adherence, monitor storage conditions, and provide real-time alerts to you and your healthcare team.

👨‍⚕️ Healthcare Connectivity

Seamless integration with your healthcare providers, allowing for remote monitoring of medication adherence and automatic sharing of compliance data with your medical team.

🆘 Emergency Access

Emergency override system for critical situations, with 24/7 support hotline and emergency medication access protocols for urgent care scenarios.

Health Education

Comprehensive diabetes education programs designed to empower you with knowledge, skills, and confidence to effectively manage your condition and optimize your health outcomes.

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Empowerment Through Education

Our health education programs provide evidence-based diabetes management strategies, lifestyle optimization techniques, and prevention protocols delivered by certified diabetes educators.

🎓 Certified Diabetes Education

Structured education programs led by Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists (CDCES) covering blood sugar management, medication adherence, and complication prevention.

🏃‍♂️ Lifestyle Management

Comprehensive lifestyle modification programs including safe exercise protocols, stress management techniques, sleep optimization, and sustainable habit formation strategies.

🩺 Prevention Strategies

Evidence-based prevention education for family members and at-risk individuals, including prediabetes management, risk factor modification, and early intervention protocols.

📚 Interactive Learning

Engaging educational materials including workshops, webinars, interactive modules, and peer learning sessions designed to accommodate different learning styles and schedules.

👪 Family Education

Family-focused education programs that teach loved ones how to provide effective support, recognize emergency situations, and create a diabetes-friendly home environment.

🌍 Community Outreach

Community-based education initiatives, health fairs, and public awareness campaigns to reduce diabetes stigma and promote understanding of diabetes management in the broader community.

24/7 Support

Round-the-clock access to certified diabetes educators, peer support specialists, and emergency resources ensuring you're never alone in your diabetes management journey.

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Always Here When You Need Us

Our 24/7 support system provides immediate access to diabetes expertise, emotional support, and emergency guidance through multiple communication channels.

📞 24/7 Hotline

Dedicated diabetes support hotline staffed by certified diabetes educators and trained support specialists available around the clock for urgent questions and guidance.

💬 Live Chat Support

Instant messaging platform with real-time support for quick questions, medication concerns, blood sugar management issues, and general diabetes-related guidance.

🆘 Emergency Protocols

Immediate emergency response system for severe hypoglycemia, diabetic ketoacidosis, and other urgent situations with direct connections to emergency medical services.

👥 Peer Support Network

Connection to trained peer support specialists who understand the daily challenges of living with diabetes, providing emotional support and practical advice from lived experience.

📱 Mobile App Support

Comprehensive mobile app with built-in support features, blood sugar logging, medication reminders, and direct access to support team through secure messaging.

🌙 Night Shift Coverage

Specialized overnight support team experienced in handling nighttime diabetes emergencies, dawn phenomenon issues, and sleep-related blood sugar concerns.