Senator Duffy to hold informational seminar for diabetics in Wauconda
Barrington,
Illinois—Local diabetics will have an opportunity to
attend an informational seminar regarding the diabetic shoe benefit program,
sponsored by State Senator Dan Duffy (R-Lake Barrington) and the
WaucondaTownship.
The program is a
partnership between Medicare and the American Diabetes Association and provides
protective, therapeutic footwear at no cost for individuals living with
diabetes.
Diabetics, who
are covered by Medicare, are entitled to one pair of shoes per year, plus three
pairs of insoles. The individually fitted shoes feature extra-depth, molded
insoles and protected toes, designed exclusively for comfort and support.
In order to qualify for the program, you must be under a comprehensive
plan of care for diabetes with a physician and have a signed certification
statement.
WHO: Individuals living with diabetes and
covered by Medicare
WHAT: Living with Diabetes: Shoe Benefit
Information Seminar- hosted by Senator Dan Duffy
WHEN: May 19th from 10 a.m.- noon
WHERE:
WaucondaTownship
Office,
505 W. Bonner Rd.,
Wauconda,
