Diabetes Prevention Program

The YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program, offered in Gardner, MA, is committed to empowering individuals at risk of developing type 2 diabetes through a supportive, group-based approach. As a Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program Provider, we recognize that an estimated 86 million Americans aged 20 and older are living with prediabetes, with the majority unaware of their risk. Our program, backed by research from the National Institutes of Health, has demonstrated a significant ability to reduce new cases of diabetes — by 58% overall and 71% for adults over 60. Participants work alongside a trained lifestyle coach in a welcoming environment, gaining valuable insights into healthy eating, physical activity, and behavioral strategies over the course of a year. With a focus on losing just 7% of body weight and increasing physical activity to 150 minutes a week, our program fosters community, encouragement, and lasting change. Individuals interested in joining must be 18 years or older, overweight, and diagnosed with prediabetes. Join us in making a positive impact on your health by taking the first step towards wellness with the YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program.