Diabetes is a complex disease that is challenging to manage on a daily basis. Did you know that persons with an intellectual or developmental disability are estimated to be 2-3 times more likely to develop diabetes compared to the general population?

Some tools for communicating about diabetes management may include:

• “Easy read” information that explains tests being done and how those results will affect care. Examples of guides are at Diabetes UK or PreventingDiabetes.org.
• Watch a video about taking care of your diabetes. Here is an example by ZeroGravity.
• It is important that the outcomes of blood sugar tests are communicated to the person in a way they understand. This may be done through a number line visual with happy, sad faces like this:

Please advise – this is for informational purposes only and not to be used for advice on diabetes management.  Consult your healthcare provider for questions about diabetes treatment and management.