The “Reluctant” DPP Participant

The “Reluctant Participant”…… As we know, our DPP participants bring so much to our programs! At the same time, we recognize the variety of personalities that make up our wonderful groups. The question then becomes, “How do we respect the personalities of each participant and at the same time create an environment which encourages everyone […]

Looking Forward in your DPP….What are your Program Goals for 2021?

I think we can all collectively agree….2020 in the Diabetes Prevention Program has been “interesting”! So…what have you witnessed, learned, and gathered from this past year of “COVID restrictions”? Here are some of the take aways coaches and coordinators have shared…. The virtual DPP is here to stay! It’s working and so many resources are […]

Engaging Your Participants….Let’s “Play” and “Discover” Together!

As we work within our DPP, it’s always important to keep engaging our participants! Exploring each week: What will “bring them back”? Consider visiting the FDA’s “Snack Shack” to play some games! Or check out the DPP Tips and Tricks Pinterest Page! A wide variety of shared resources, recipes, tips, and tricks to inspire and […]

A Quick Review: “Keep Them Coming Back…”, the Latest CDC-NDPP Webinar

So great to see so many DPP Coaches and Coordinators attend the June 23rd, 2020 NDPP Webinar, “Keep Them Coming Back: Resources for Coaches to Enroll and Retain Participants in Lifestyle Change Programs”! As your State of Wellness Community Manager, I am happy to share some of the key “take aways”! What was this webinar […]