Honoring Excellence: Celebrating This Year’s Diabetes Education Scholarship Recipients
DiabetesEd Services "Making A Difference" Scholarship
We are delighted to celebrate our “Making a Difference” scholarship recipients for our upcoming Virtual DiabetesEd Training Conference that airs April 16th – 18th, 2025.
Celebrating Our Diabetes Education Scholarship Recipients
We’re thrilled to announce the incredible success of our diabetes education scholarship program! This year, we received over 35 applications from passionate health professionals across the country, each making a remarkable impact in their communities.
Given the exceptional caliber of the applicants, we decided to expand the program and award a total of 17 scholarships. These awards are part of our new Bridge Program, an initiative aimed at creating more opportunities for healthcare professionals working in underserved areas to pursue careers in Diabetes Care and Education. This program is not just about gaining knowledge—it’s about forging connections, nurturing growth, and building a community of dedicated diabetes care experts.
We’re proud to spotlight the individuals who are deeply committed to advancing their expertise in diabetes education. Through their efforts, we’re confident that we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those living with diabetes.
Here’s a look at this year’s recipients:
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Seven Exemplar Recipients will receive full registration for the Virtual DiabetesEd Training Conference.
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Ten Silver Recipients will enjoy 50% off registration for the Virtual DiabetesEd Training Conference.
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Bronze Awards will be given to all remaining applicants, with $150 off any online course or course package.
We’re excited to continue supporting these talented professionals in their journey and look forward to the positive impact they will make in diabetes care. Together, we can build a brighter future for those affected by diabetes.
Exemplar Recipients
Awarded the Entire Conference Registration
Paula Shine
MPH, NBC-WHC
Atlanta, GA
Aisha Stone Corr
BSN, RN,CCM, DCES
Dallas Metroplex, TX
Julia Saltzgiver
RD/RDN
Salem, OR
Lauren Figg
MSW
Palo Alto, CA
Heather Tate
RN, MSN
Showlow, AZ
Jessica Rodriguez
APRN, FNP-C
Clovis, NM
Meredith LaFrance
MS, RDN, CD
Everson, WA
Silver Recipients
Awarded 50% off Conference Registration
We Hope You can Join our Conference!
Past Scholarship Recipients
Eligibility Requirements
The goal of these scholarships is three-fold:
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- To expand opportunities for a diverse group of U.S. healthcare professionals to improve diabetes care in their community; and
- To support applicants’ efforts to become Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists (CDCES) and
- To provide financial assistance with the DiabetesEd Course registration fee.
“Making a Difference” Scholarship: Diabetes Education Services is committed to improving equity and access to diabetes training and education for a diverse group of healthcare professionals. We don’t want financial barriers to stop anyone from attending this conference. In appreciation of those who are role models and advocates for practicing the best diabetes care in their communities.
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- Available to all diabetes educators who are eligible to apply for the CDCES exam who come from an under-served community and are providing care and education to communities that lack access to Diabetes Specialists and healthcare resources
- Applicants must be in the process of gaining practice hours and planning to take their CDCES Exam within the next 3 years
- Preference is given to those facing financial hardships that are interfering with their ability to pursue this dream of achieving their CDCES.
- All applicants must be a U.S. residents.
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Special Thanks to the “Making a Difference” Scholarships Donors
These scholarships are available due to the generous contribution of diabetes colleagues, friends, co-instructors, and mentors.
“Making a Difference” Scholarship Donor – Lonnie Vaughn, RNC, BSN, CDCES
Our esteemed donor for the Making a Difference Scholarship, Lonnie, possesses a profound understanding of the challenges that diabetes care and education specialists face in the healthcare setting. As a leader in the field of diabetes management, Lonnie has been championing best care practices at Doctors Medical Center in Modesto for over 30 years. Her role as a certified diabetes educator, trainer, mentor, and advocate is recognized and celebrated by patients and professionals, underscoring the unique value she brings to the cause.
Lonnie’s Vision: Lonnie wants to lift the next generation of diabetes care and education specialists to advocate for under-resourced individuals and fight for evidence-based, compassionate care for ALL people living with diabetes.
A note from Coach Beverly: I met Lonnie over 25 years ago at a conference where I was presenting on diabetes care. Her curiosity and passion for the topic were reflected in her attention, thoughtful questions, and dedication to her community. I invited her to join our live conference team to teach, coordinate, and share her passion and energy for the best diabetes care. She not only rose to the challenge, she surpassed all expectations and became an integral part of our Diabetes Education Services family. Lonnie’s impact on the community is immeasurable. She has mentored and trained over a dozen CDCESs (and hundreds of interns) at Doctors Medical Center, investing in the future of this honorable and essential profession. I am deeply grateful for Lonnie’s years of generous contributions and dedication to ushering in the next generation of diabetes care and education specialists. Thank you, Ms. Lonnie Vaughn, for being such a bright and present light in the world of diabetes care and education.
The use of DES products does not guarantee the successful passage of the certification exam. CBDCE and ADCES do not endorse any preparatory or review materials for the CDCES or BC-ADM exams, except for those published by CBDCE & ADCES.
**To satisfy the requirement for renewal of certification by continuing education for the Certification Board for Diabetes Care & Education (CBDCE), continuing education activities must be applicable to diabetes and approved by a provider on the CBDCE List of Recognized Providers (www.cbdce.org). CBDCE does not approve continuing education. Diabetes Education Services is accredited/approved by the Commission of Dietetic Registration which is on the list of CBDCE Recognized Providers.
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