The Valley Hospital is now open at 4 Valley Health Plaza in Paramus. (You may need to use 650 Winters Avenue for GPS.) All emergency care is now being provided at this location. Emergency care is no longer available at our Ridgewood campus.
Valley Home Care brings diabetes education and support to where patients need it most – at home. Our certified diabetes care and education specialists and registered dietitian nutritionists educate patients and their family members and/or caregivers on how to manage this chronic condition.
Diabetes Services
- Evaluation of nutrition intake and suggestions for diabetes management
- Instructions on how to monitor blood-glucose levels and keep an effective record to track throughout the day
- Medication management, including insulin when needed
- Education on the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia
- Strategies for promoting good health and creating behavior changes
- Strategies for improving quality of life and preventing complications
Diabetes Support Group
A free, monthly support group for adults (18+) enables participants to learn more about their condition and share their experiences with others. The group is facilitated by a Valley Home Care registered dietitian and takes place virtually via Microsoft Teams.
The adult diabetes support group meets the fourth Thursday of the month (except August and December) from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
For more information, call 201-291-6213, or e-mail [email protected].