Education and Handouts

There are many printed materials we share with our patients on a daily basis to help in the prevention and treatment of injuries, illness and disease.  If you prefer to conserve paper, or have lost a copy of a handout we provided, check this section of our page to find the reference materials.

Tools for Effective Management of Your Diabetes:

• Use a Food & Blood Glucose Diary to monitor your diet and sugars
• Use this One Page Reference as a tip sheet for carefully monitoring your diabetes
• Understand the Recommended Tests and Clinical Actions used to help monitor your Diabetes
• Additional resources compiled by the State of Vermont are HERE

Tools for Maintaining a Healthy Weight:

• Use a Food Journal to keep track of your caloric intake 
• Find Inexpensive AND  Healthy options to stock your fridge & pantry
• Understand how to construct a Healthy, Balanced Meal
• Assess your current state and set some realistic goals for yourself with a Weight & Health Profile

Tools and Information for Mental and Emotional Wellness:

• Learn about some of the Medicines AND Alternative Approaches used to treat depression
• Make a Plan for yourself to help improve your emotional, physical and social wellness
• Keep a Diary/Log to keep track of your progress in managing your depression

Other Resources/Handouts:

• Vermont Advance Directive (Short Form)
• Vermont Advance Directive (Long Form)