Langs is the sponsoring organization for the Community Diabetes Program, Waterloo Region, which provides education and support for people to self-manage Type 1, Type 2, gestational diabetes, as well as those who have pre-diabetes.

 

Patients become better equipped to make healthy lifestyle choices to control blood sugar and reduce the risk of chronic problems associated with diabetes. Virtual, In-person, and hybrid options are available for appointments and classes!

 

Do you have diabetes?

 

Take our quick online quiz to find out!

 

✅Understand your risk
✅ Learn about early warning signs
✅ Get tips on prevention and next steps

 

Online Appointment Booking:

 

We understand that your time is valuable, and you may be unable to call during our clinic hours. Langs is pleased to provide a secure platform that allows patients to book appointments online!

 

Upcoming Events

 

Check back for our next event later this year.

 

Services

 

  • Individual appointments with a Certified Diabetes Educator
  • Group Education on diabetes, insulin management, carb counting, heart health, label reading and glycemic control
  • Physical Activity Classes
  • Chiropody services and Foot Care
  • Support for Diabetes in Pregnancy, including gestational diabetes and post-partum education
  • Specialist clinics, insulin pump management and support
  • Insulin pump start
  • Drop-in support groups

 

Locations

 

The Community Diabetes Program, Waterloo Region, is offered at:

  • Langs Community Health Centre - 1145 Concession Road Cambridge, ON
  • North Dumfries Community Health Centre - 2958 Greenfield Road Ayr, ON
  • Woolwich Community Health Centre - 10 Parkside Drive St. Jacobs, ON
  • Community Healthcaring Kitchener-Waterloo - 44 Francis Street South Kitchener, ON

 

Who Do We Serve?

 

We serve adults with “borderline” or pre-diabetes, gestational diabetes, as well as children and adults with newly diagnosed or existing type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Family members or other support persons are welcome to attend your appointments with you.

 

How can I get started?

 

Find out if you are at risk of diabetes by attending a pre-diabetes education session or taking this online test.

 

To join our program, there are two options.

 

Option 1:

  • Get referred by your doctor or NP. If your doctor/NP refers you to our program, our receptionist will contact you to book an appointment.

Option 2:

  • Adults with diabetes or who are at risk for diabetes can self-refer to our program by completing our intake form online or calling 519-653-1470 x285.

For more information about our program, download the Diabetes Patient Handbook

 

Contact Information

 

Langs Diabetes Reception
519-519-653-1470 ext 285
E-mail: [email protected]
1145 Concession Road
Cambridge, ON N3H 4L5

 

 

Patient Information & Videos

 

What can I expect to learn?

  • How to monitor blood sugar

  • Ways to manage your blood sugar

  • Healthy eating and weight management

  • Eating in special situations (i.e. restaurants, parties)

  • How your diabetes medications work

  • What happens when you are sick

  • Diabetes and Pregnancy

  • How to manage your diabetes when you travel

 

Healthy Plate, Steady Steps

 

Learn how to make simple, healthy meals at home. These short videos share easy recipes, helpful tips, and ideas you can use every day.

 

Our recipes focus on:

  • Simple ingredients
  • Budget-friendly meals
  • Easy steps to follow
  • Food that supports your health and wellbeing

 

 

For more info about these recipes, contact Amber, Community Dietitian at 519-653-1470 ext 220.

 

For Health Care Providers

 

To refer patients or for insulin order forms, please visit the Waterloo Wellington Diabetes website.

 

Resources

 

Langs DEP Team

 

Diabetes Canada

  • Looking to learn more about diabetes management, but can’t attend an in-person class? Join Diabetes Canada for their Virtual Diabetes Classes, which are for people living with diabetes and their caregivers. These sessions provide participants with an opportunity to learn the basics of diabetes management and connect with other people affected by diabetes in an online format. Find out more and register.

  • A Guide to Injecting Insulin.

General Resources

Healthy Steps Class Resources

Beyond the Basics - Carb Counting Resource

Advanced Carb Counting Resource

Freestyle Libre (Videos)

Presentation - Angela Puim

 

 
Congratulations to the Diabetes Team of the Year 2025, Banting and Best Centre

 

This annual award recognizes outstanding diabetes care teams across Ontario. In 2025, the Langs' Diabetes Education Program team received the award for its exceptional delivery of diabetes care and patient education. The recognition highlights teams making significant impacts in patient outcomes, trainee development, and diabetes management, often through integrated, multi-specialty approaches, such as the C.A.R.E. Clinic’s comprehensive assessments.

 

 

 

 

 

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