The following support groups are free. Before attending, please call the contact person. It's important to register because meeting times and locations are subject to change. See a full listing of diabetes support groups and classses.

Type 2 diabetes support group

These meetings provide emotional support for those with Type 2 diabetes.

• Date/time: the third Tuesday of each month from 12:45 to 1:45 pm
• Location: St. Andrews Village - 240 East Avenue,  Mahtomedi, MN
• To register: call Ruth at 651-762-4266

Diabetes support groups

These meetings are for those with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. They provide education and allow time for question and answer session. There is usually a speaker at each meeting.

Cottage Grove group

• Date/time: the third Tuesday of each month from 6:30 to 8 pm - year round
• Location: The Senior Citizens Center, Cottage Grove
• To register: call Connie at 651-232-7057

Maplewood group

• Date/time: the second Wednesday of each month from 2 to 3:30 pm - September through May
• Location: Arlington Hills United Methodist Church, on County Road B in Maplewood
• To register: call Gene at 651-459-3143

Insulin pump support group

This group is for individuals who are interested in information on insulin pumps and for those who are already on an insulin pump. These meetings provide education and emotional support. 

• Date/time: the fourth Monday of each month from 6 to 7:30 pm - September through June
• Location: Woodwinds Health Campus, Oak Conference Center in Woodbury
• To register: call Diane at 651-232-6322