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  • Community Health
  • Diabetes Management
  • Health Disparities

Background:

  • Diabetes self-management presents unique challenges for diverse populations.
  • Community-based organizations play a crucial role in supporting individuals with chronic conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify diabetes management challenges faced by clients of a community social services organization.
  • To inform the development of more effective diabetes education programs.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative interviews were conducted with clients diagnosed with diabetes or prediabetes.
  • Interviews were performed in participants' preferred languages (Spanish or English).
  • Thematic analysis was used to identify key challenges.

Main Results:

  • Four predominant themes emerged: diagnostic/treatment uncertainty, provider communication fears, language barriers, and cultural barriers.
  • These factors significantly impact diabetes self-management.
  • Client experiences highlight the need for tailored support.

Conclusions:

  • Recommendations include integrating community health workers into care.
  • Developing culturally relevant dietary advice is essential.
  • Creating educational materials in preferred languages, such as videos, can improve engagement and understanding.