MARION COUNTY, FL (352today.com) – The Marion County Hospital District is hosting a free, eight-week Diabetes Self-Management Series beginning Thursdays, Jan. 8, 2026, through Feb. 26, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon, at the Forest Public Library, 905 S. HWY 314A, Ocklawaha, Florida 32179. Classes are open and free to all individuals ages 18 and older who are prediabetic, diabetic, or for those who support someone with diabetes.
All participants will engage in the Diabetes Education Empowerment Program (DEEP), an eight-week curriculum designed to enhance diabetes self-care. Throughout the course attendees will gain knowledge and skills to better manage their diabetes, including guidance on improving eating habits, increasing physical activity, monitoring their body numbers, and preventing complications associated with diabetes.
For more information or to register, please call 352-619-4303 or email amp@mchdt.org.
Founded in 1965 by the Florida Legislature, the mission of the Marion County Hospital District is to connect Marion County residents with resources that support community-focused wellness and health. This goal is accomplished through strategic initiatives that invest in public health projects that improve the health and well-being of Marion County residents. MCHD also creates specific initiatives which impact prioritized health concerns and promote healthier lifestyles of Marion County residents through the AMP, FANS, the Community Home Project and Beacon Point.