On May 22, 2024, the Center for Diabetes broke ground on its new, state-of-the-art diabetes education facility, which is scheduled to open in Fall 2024.

There is an ongoing need for diabetes education and support services. Nearly 15% of El Paso adults now have diabetes, outpacing the national average of 11.3%. Diabetes education classes are full and wait times can exceed a month.

The new facility will feature two large diabetes education classroom settings, a teaching kitchen, a healing garden, private consult rooms, a diabetes resource room, and more. With the new location, the center is poised to expand services and cater to more participants. This expansion is estimated to lead to a 50% annual growth from our current client base.

There is a well-documented connection between individuals who take a diabetes self-management education class, which provides significant effectiveness in lifestyle changes and self-care for individuals living with diabetes.

The El Paso Center Diabetes has served the region since 1968. Over the last five years, there has been a surge in the diabetes population needing to be served. With a focus on personalized care and patient wellness, the Center aims to improve health outcomes and enrich the overall quality of life for individuals with diabetes. The new facility will feature a team of skilled and compassionate professionals, including registered dietitians, nutritionists, and health educators, all working together to enhance the well-being of those with diabetes.

The Center has worked closely with the Paso del Norte Health Foundation to grow its educational programs and has played a key role in the Paso del Norte Health Foundation diabetes initiative. Now, the Center is asking the community to be part of transforming the future of diabetes management.

Did you know?

• Nearly 15% of El Paso adults have diabetes, outpacing the national average of 11.3%.
• Diabetes education classes are full, and wait times can exceed a month.
• The new facility is estimated to lead to a 50% annual growth from our current client base.
• There is a well-documented connection between taking a diabetes self-management education class and significant effectiveness in lifestyle changes and self-care for individuals living with diabetes.