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Diabetes Doesn't Define You: Take Charge, Live Strong


Adult Enrichment / Health & Wellness -
Fall 2025

Learn how to better manage your diabetes in this two-hour educational session. 


Hour 1: Take Control of your health: No diabetes required- Learn the basics of Diabetes Care and Management

Discover how to empower individuals with prediabetes and diabetes, their families and caregivers with the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to effectively manage this chronic disease and lead healthier lives.

Hour 2: Diabetes Management: The Weight-loss Drug Revolution

Explore the ongoing obesity epidemic and highlights the latest advancements in treatment. Attendees will explore new FDA-approved Semaglutide and Tirzepatide medications, gaining insights into their efficacy, mechanisms and clinical applications. This session aims to equip participants with up-to-date knowledge to better manage and understand obesity and diabetes.


Register for the education portion only or add a 10-minute one-on-one session with Colleen to talk about your specific diabetes needs and concerns.

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Instructor

Colleen Angeline Cook


Colleen Cook, PharmD, CDCES, BC-ADM, is a pharmacist (25+ years), Board Certified Advanced Diabetes Manager and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. Born in Trinidad and Tobago islands in the Caribbean, she was first exposed to Diabetes from her dad, aunts, uncles, friends and relatives. Her passion, energy and drive to enhance diabetes care grew and inspired her to develop these Diabetes education classes to enhance Diabetes education in her community. Her goal is to help navigate you through a path which enables you to overcome any challenges you face with your diabetes management.

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  Colleen Angeline Cook


Minnetonka Community Education Center : Classroom 213
Tuesday, Sep 9
6:00 - 8:00 PM

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  Colleen Angeline Cook


Minnetonka Community Education Center : 205 Excelsior Room
Monday, Nov 3
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