When I was considering college, my dad offered me some simple advice, “Why don’t you become a nurse?” Four years later, I stood proudly with my white cap and nursing pin securely fastened as an RN graduate.
As I reflect on my years in this noble profession, I have witnessed the most unselfish acts of love and pure heroism by my nursing colleagues. I have highlighted some top qualities that represent my gratitude, but this thank you list could encompass an entire page.
This week is a perfect time to let our nursing colleagues, mentors, professors, and friends know how much they are appreciated.
Coach Beverly thanks each nurse who has cared for me, held my hand, and reassured me that I am going to be okay.
These are just a few ideas to get started. As you think of that special moment of gratitude, maybe you will come up with the perfect idea for that one special nurse.
With gratitude,
Coach Beverly
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Like me, you might feel overwhelmed and powerless with all the news about global warming, habitat loss and planetary suffering.
There is HOPE. After listening to many experts, I have come to the conclusion that our actions CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE, no matter how small. As a diabetes specialist, I also know that rates of diabetes have increased dramatically over the past 20 years as the microbial diversity of humans (and the planet) is in sharp decline.
I am acutely aware that the health of our people is inextricably linked to the health of our planet.
As a diabetes leader and CEO, I have a tremendous opportunity and obligation to speak up and support my community in making positive changes to promote the well-being of humans and our planet.
We came up with a list of 10 Simple Steps we can take to improve planetary health. I am committing to making all 10 of these changes in my personal and professional life, starting today.
Change isn’t easy. We aren’t going for perfect, we are starting with intention and slowly moving to action, giving ourselves lots of grace along the way. I am excited to share my successes and wrong turns with you on this journey and we would love to hear from you too!
In celebration of Earth Day, we are excited to highlight the importance of plants and their role in supporting wildlife. The biggest secret to success is choosing Native Plants for your outdoor pots, balcony, yard or garden this year.
By choosing plants that originated from your geographic area, you help support your regional ecosystem and offer pollinators, birds, butterflies and other healthy critters needed food, pollen and building materials for their survival.
Read more on our blog, Earth Day Secrets to Improving Planet Health
Stay tuned and we share details and resources on each of these 10 Steps over the next few months. And, please send us your stories too at [email protected]. We want to hear from you!
We came up with a list of 10 simple steps you can take to improve planetary health. Just pick your action(s) on this survey or come up with your own, and we will send you two gifts of appreciation, for free.
To thank you for taking action, we will mail you (while supplies last) our world-famous Medication PocketCard and a Wildflower Seed Post Card, complete with 10 simple action steps printed on it, that you can read, review and then plant.
Like you, I have a deep appreciation for all the earth has given me and I want to give back to this beautiful blue planet. Each intention and action matters.
We are excited to celebrate Earth Day on April 22 and everyday. We will be posting blogs and resources to expand on actions we can all take to protect this precious earth we have the privilege to live on.
Each action, no matter how small, matters. We can do this!
With wishes for improved planetary health,
Beverly, Bryanna, Jackson, and Amanda
We have a favor to ask.
In celebration of Earth Day, could you commit to taking just one action to protect the planet? We made it super easy and came up with a list of 10 simple steps you can take to improve planetary health. Just pick your action(s) on this survey or come up with your own, and we will send you two gifts of appreciation, for free.
To thank you for taking action, we will mail you our world-famous Medication PocketCard and a Wildflower Seed Post Card, complete with 10 simple action steps printed on it, that you can read, review and then plant.
The health of our people is inextricably linked to the health of our planet.
Like you, I have a deep appreciation for all the earth has given me and I want to give back to this beautiful blue planet. Each intention and action matters.
We are excited to celebrate Earth Day on April 22 and everyday. We will be posting blogs and resources to expand on actions we can all take to protect this precious earth we have the privilege to live on.
Free PocketCard and Wildflower Seed Postcard
We have created a list of 10 Actions to Celebrate Earth Day and printed these actions on wildflower seed postcards, that are ready for planting. To thank you for your pledge to commit to one or more actions that invest in the well-being of our planet, we will mail you a Free Medication PocketCard and Wildflower Seed PostCard.
It’s easy! Just pick your action(s) on this Earth Action survey and provide a mailing address where to send these gifts of appreciation. Each action, no matter how small, matters. We can do this!
With wishes for improved planetary health,
Beverly, Bryanna, Jackson, and Amanda
We have a favor to ask.
In celebration of Earth Day, could you commit to taking just one action to protect the planet? We made it super easy and came up with a list of 10 simple steps you can take to improve planetary health. Just pick your action(s) on this survey or come up with your own, and we will send you two gifts of appreciation, for free.
To thank you for taking action, we will mail you our world-famous Medication PocketCard and a Wildflower Seed Post Card, complete with 10 simple action steps printed on it, that you can read, review and then plant.
The health of our people is inextricably linked to the health of our planet.
Like you, I have a deep appreciation for all the earth has given me and I want to give back to this beautiful blue planet. Each intention and action matters.
We are excited to celebrate Earth Day on April 22 and everyday. We will be posting blogs and resources to expand on actions we can all take to protect this precious earth we have the privilege to live on.
Free PocketCard and Wildflower Seed Postcard
We have created a list of 10 Actions to Celebrate Earth Day and printed these actions on wildflower seed postcards, that are ready for planting. To thank you for your pledge to commit to one or more actions that invest in the well-being of our planet, we will mail you a Free Medication PocketCard and Wildflower Seed PostCard.
It’s easy! Just pick your action(s) on this Earth Action survey and provide a mailing address where to send these gifts of appreciation. Each action, no matter how small, matters. We can do this!
With wishes for improved planetary health,
Beverly, Bryanna, Jackson, and Amanda
This course provides you with the need-to-know information regarding the microvascular complications of diabetes. We start with a brief overview of the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations then sum up with prevention strategies and screening guidelines. This straight-forward program will provide you with information you can use in your clinical setting and also provides critical content for the diabetes educator exam.
Objectives:
This course integrates the ADA Standard of Care on elements of a comprehensive medical assessment (Standard 4) of the individual living with prediabetes, diabetes, or hyperglycemia. Through case studies and real-life situations, we discover often hidden causes of hyperglycemia and other complications, such as liver disease, sleep apnea, pancreatitis, autoimmune diseases, fractures, and more. We delve into therapy for complicated situations and discuss management strategies for other conditions associated with hyperglycemia such as Cystic Fibrosis, and Transplants. Join us for this unique and interesting approach to assessing and evaluating the hidden complications of diabetes.
Objectives:
This bundle is specifically designed for healthcare professionals who want to learn more about the ADA Standards of Diabetes Care for their clinical practice or for those who are studying for the BC-ADM or the CDCES certification exam.
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Are you preparing for the CDCES Exam?
Starting your journey to becoming a CDCES? We recommend watching our FREE Preparing for CDCES Exam Webinar!
This course will transform your test anxiety into calm self-confidence and test taking readiness.
Read More: What is a CDCES? First awarded in 1986, as Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) credential and in 2020 with a new name: Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) to more accurately reflect the specialty. CDCES has become a standard of excellence for the delivery of quality diabetes education. Those who hold this certification are known to possess comprehensive knowledge of and experience in diabetes prevention, management, and prediabetes. “Becoming a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) is one of the best professional and personal decisions I have ever made.” – Coach Beverly Thomassian, RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM
Read More: 3 Reasons to Become a CDCES “The best part of becoming a CDCES is working with my colleagues and people living with diabetes. As diabetes educators, we hear compelling and beautiful life stories. I am astounded by the barriers they face and inspired by their adaptability, problem-solving skills, and resilience.” Reason 1: CDCES is a widely recognized certification by employers and health care professionals throughout the U.S. This credential demonstrates a specialized and in-depth knowledge in the prevention and treatment of individuals living with pre-diabetes and diabetes. Reason 2: Currently, 10% of people in the U.S. have diabetes and another 35% have pre-diabetes which means 45% of Americans are running around with elevated blood glucose levels. Given this epidemic, there will be plenty of future job opportunities. Reason 3: Having my CDCES along with my nursing degree, has opened many doors of opportunity; from working as an inpatient Diabetes Nurse Specialist in a hospital to working as a Manager of Diabetes Education in the outpatient setting to starting my own consulting company.
This bundle includes our CDCES Online Prep Bundle plus the ADCES Review Guide.
The online bundle includes Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 (Boot Camp), plus two bonus courses. The ADCES Review Guide offers over 480+ practice questions and is a fantastic independent study tool and comprehensive resource for the Diabetes Care and Education Specialist Exam.
Whether you are new to diabetes or a seasoned expert, you’ll benefit from this virtual conference with the latest research plus critical content that you can immediately apply to your clinical practice.
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If you are seeking a state-of-the-art review of current diabetes care, this course is for you. Our team has been fine-tuning this course for over fifteen years, and we know what you need. This program can also be a great addition to your CDCES or BC-ADM exam study plan.
Join us LIVE for this Virtual Course and enjoy a sense of community!
Team of expert faculty includes:
Deluxe Option for $499: Virtual Program includes:
Deluxe Version includes Syllabus, Standards and Swag*:
Basic Option for $399: Virtual Program includes:
Don’t worry if you can’t make it live. Your registration guarantees access to the recorded version in the Online University.
All hours earned count toward your CDCES Accreditation Information
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This year we had a tremendous response, with nearly 50 applicants who are making amazing differences in their communities.
We had originally planned to offer two scholarships. However, after reading through all of the applications, there were so many exceptional candidates, we decided to expand our reach and offer a total of SIX winners this year; two Exemplar Winners for our Deluxe Virtual Conference Registration and four for our Basic Virtual Conference Registration.
Please join us in congratulating our six recipients who are truly “Making a Difference” in diabetes care!
The goal of these scholarships are three-fold:
Lori Jackson is a recipient of our “Making a Difference Exemplar Scholarship” because of Lori’s dedication to her community.
Lori Jackson works as an RN at her local Tribal Health Center where she serves a diverse community of various cultural backgrounds. She says that providing diabetes care is her “lifelong passion and calling to help my community and others whom we all share mother earth with, to live their best lives.”
?Lori creates care plans that recognize each individual’s unique needs. She has designed a person-centered DSME program where she hosts weekly support groups for people living with diabetes. She also leads a weekly “coffee chat” open to the community where each person can pop in and ask general questions. Her commitment to providing outstanding and compassionate care for her community made her a top-level candidate for this scholarship.
Jalak Patel is also a recipient of our “Making a Difference Exemplar Scholarship” for being an advocate for her community.
Jalak Patel works as an RD at a Free Medical Clinic where she provides direct care to those who are low or no income and have access to limited resources. She also volunteers at local churches and temples, elementary schools, and with her Dietetics Association where she provides free cooking classes, meal planning workshops and helped build community gardens.
?Jalak advocates at the state level to expand coverage for those who are insured under Medicaid so they can have wider access to nutritional services. Her advocacy and commitment to expanding access for those who have limited resources make her an obvious top contender for this scholarship.
Their contributions to improving diabetes care are outstanding. We are so impressed by their dedication and the good work they are doing in their communities.
To honor and recognize their current work and all of their future contributions, they have been recognized with complimentary registration to our DiabetesEd Specialist Basic Virtual Conference. Congratulations!
Whether you are new to diabetes or a seasoned expert, you’ll benefit from this virtual conference with the latest research plus critical content that you can immediately apply to your clinical practice.
If you are seeking a state-of-the-art review of current diabetes care, this course is for you. Our team has been fine-tuning this course for over fifteen years, and we know what you need. This program can also be a great addition to your CDCES or BC-ADM exam study plan.
Join us LIVE for this Virtual Course and enjoy a sense of community!
Team of expert faculty includes:
Deluxe Option for $499: Virtual Program includes:
Deluxe Version includes Syllabus, Standards and Swag*:
Deluxe Option for $499: Virtual Program includes:
Can’t make it live? All paid registrants are guaranteed access to the video presentation, handouts and podcasts.
Accreditation: Diabetes Education Services is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider 12640, and Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), Provider DI002. Since these programs are approved by the CDR it satisfies the CE requirements for the CDCES regardless of your profession.
The use of DES products does not guarantee the successful passage of the CDCES exam. CBDCE does not endorse any preparatory or review materials for the CDCES exam, except for those published by CBDCE.
Join us live on March 17, 2022, at 11:30 am PST for our Level 2 | Setting up a Successful DSME Program Standards live webinar
This course provides you with a succinct overview of the latest standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) and Support Programs. If you are taking certification exams or considering setting up a DSME program, this program is designed for you. We highlight the newly revised and simplified 2022 Standards and provide strategies on program implementation. In addition, we discuss Medicare Reimbursement and covered benefits. This course provides insights into the exam philosophy and also highlights critical content areas.
Objectives:
Join us live on March 22, 2022, at 11:30 am PST for our Level 2 | Lower Extremity Assessment Standards live webinar
People with diabetes are at increased risk of Lower Extremity Complications. This course reviews the steps involved in performing a detailed assessment of the lower extremities, including how to use a monofilament and tuning fork to detect neuropathy. We also discuss the significance of Ankle Brachial Index and strategies to prevent lower extremity complications.
Objectives:
Join us live on March 24, 2022, at 11:30 am PST for our Level 2 | Meds Management for Type 2 Standards live webinar
Coach Beverly will highlight the key elements of the latest Medication Guidelines by AACE and ADA. We will explore clinical factors to consider when determining the best strategy to improve glucose management in people with type 2 diabetes and other co-conditions. There will be a special focus on cardiovascular risk reduction and renal protection.
Objectives:
This bundle is specifically designed for healthcare professionals who want to learn more about the ADA Standards of Diabetes Care for their clinical practice or for those who are studying for the BC-ADM or the CDCES certification exam.
Whether you are new to diabetes or a seasoned expert, you’ll benefit from this virtual conference with the latest research plus critical content that you can immediately apply to your clinical practice.
If you are seeking a state-of-the-art review of current diabetes care, this course is for you. Our team has been fine-tuning this course for over fifteen years, and we know what you need. This program can also be a great addition to your CDCES or BC-ADM exam study plan.
Join us LIVE for this Virtual Course and enjoy a sense of community!
Team of expert faculty includes:
Deluxe Option for $499: Virtual Program includes:
Deluxe Version includes Syllabus, Standards and Swag*:
Deluxe Option for $499: Virtual Program includes:
Can’t make it live? All paid registrants are guaranteed access to the video presentation, handouts and podcasts.
Accreditation: Diabetes Education Services is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider 12640, and Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), Provider DI002. Since these programs are approved by the CDR it satisfies the CE requirements for the CDCES regardless of your profession.
The use of DES products does not guarantee the successful passage of the CDCES exam. CBDCE does not endorse any preparatory or review materials for the CDCES exam, except for those published by CBDCE.