The Sleep Center at Doctors Community Hospital offers the A.W.A.K.E. support group program for people who suffer from sleep apnea. Helping to raise awareness of the condition, this free, dynamic, patient-centered program will provide resources, educational opportunities and information which will help people affected to better understand this disorder and manage their lifestyle changes. Reservations are necessary. One can join at any time. For more information or to make a reservation, please call 240-965-8467.

What: AWAKE Support Group for Sleep Apnea
When: January 14, March 19, May 21, July 15, September 16, November 18
Where: Doctors Community Hospital Ambulatory Surgery Bldg., 5th floor, 8118 Good Luck Road, Lanham, MD

The Joslin Diabestes Center at Doctors Community Hospital offers programs designed to help people with diabetes and their families.

Joslin Circle Support Group

Participants share their experiences and how they and their family cope with diabetes. Discussions vary and include specialty topics and encouragement. The program is free, but requires registration.

What: Joslin Circle Support Group
When: Sept. 21, Oct. 19, Nov. 16, Dec. 21
Time: 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Doctors Community Hospital, Medical Office Bldg., 5th floor, 8118 Good Luck Road, Lanham, MD

Insulin Pump Support Group

Participants share their experiences and how they and their family cope with diabetes and using a continuous insulin delivery system. Discussions vary and include specialty topics and encouragement. The program is free, but requires registration.

What: Insulin Pump Support Group
When: Sept. 17 (3-5 p.m.), Sept. 24 (3-5 p.m.), Oct. 5 (4-6 p.m.), Oct. 29 (3-5 p.m.), Nov. 5 (3-5 p.m.), Dec. 17 (3-5 p.m.), Dec. 28 (4-6 p.m.)
Where: Doctors Community Hospital, Medical Office Bldg., 5th floor, 8118 Good Luck Road, Lanham, MD

Diabetes Today

This eight-and-a-half-hour program provides an overview of how to effectively manage your diabetes. It is offered through two half-day interactive sessions followed by an individual follow-up appointment. The program is designed for participants who have been diagnosed with diabetes within the last six months or have never met with a diabetes educator. Participants will learn basic diabetes self-management skills for medication, nutrition, meal planning, physical activity and blood glucose monitoring. Before entering the program, participants must register and submit a signed referral from their physician. Program costs are covered by most insurance plans.

What: Diabetes Today (Monday Series)
When: Aug. 31, Sept. 28, Nov. 2, Nov. 30
Time: 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Where: Doctors Community Hospital, Medical Office Bldg., 5th floor, 8118 Good Luck Road, Lanham, MD

What: Diabetes Today (Tuesday Series)
When: Sept. 8, Oct. 6, Oct. 27, Nov. 17, Dec. 8
Time: 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Where: Doctors Community Hospital, Medical Office Bldg., 5th floor, 8118 Good Luck Road, Lanham, MD

Steps to Success

Participants learn about diet, exercise, complication prevention and interpreting glucose levels to gain a greater understanding of diabetes. This comprehensive, 10-hour course is offered through five interactive sessions. Before entering the program, participants must register and complete an assessment. Program costs are covered by most insurance plans.

What: Steps to Success
When: Sept. 1, Oct. 6, Nov. 17
Time: 6 - 8 p.m..
Where: Doctors Community Hospital, Medical Office Bldg., 5th floor, 8118 Good Luck Road, Lanham, MD