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Diabetes Resource GuideWhere to Find Care and Support Services in Carroll County, Maryland

Developed by: The Carroll Diabetes Coalition

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Introduction

This guide was created to help Carroll County residents at risk for

diabetes or with diabetes make the most of their lives. Diabetes is

not only a disease in itself, it can lead to other serious conditions

that can shorten life or dramatically impact the quality of life. The

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that 1 in 3 people

born will develop diabetes during their lifetime. With this in mind,

the Carroll Diabetes Coalition was founded and its mission is to

prevent, identify and control diabetes in Carroll County.

The Carroll Diabetes Coalition is a subcommittee of the Prevention

and Wellness Workgroup of the Partnership for a Healthier Carroll

County, Inc.

The creation of this guide is one tool that we hope citizens will

find beneficial as they take steps toward protecting and improving

their health.

The information contained in this booklet is not a substitute for

medical advice or treatment. If you feel that you may be at risk

for diabetes or have diabetes, consult with your doctor or health

care professional.

This resource guide does not reflect any endorsement for the

facilities and professionals listed. The Carroll Diabetes Coalition

assumes no liability for any act or omissions of such facilities or

professionals.

One-third of all persons with diabetes are unaware they have

this disease.

This publication is copyright free. Please duplicate and distribute

as many unaltered copies of this guide as desired.

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Table of Contents

Diabetes Overview ........................................................................................................3–4

Certified Diabetes Educators .......................................................................................5

Community Agencies and Groups........................................................................5–9

Diabetes Education & Information ..................................................................9–12

Financial Support ......................................................................................................12–13

Physicians ...............................................................................................................................14

Registered Dietitians ......................................................................................................15

Medical Supplies/Pharmacy........................................................................................15

Physical Activity Programs...........................................................................................16

Support Groups...........................................................................................................16–17

Transportation......................................................................................................................17

Wound Care...........................................................................................................................18

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Diabetes Overview

What is diabetes?

Diabetes is a disease in which the body does not produce or properly

use insulin. Insulin is a hormone that is needed to convert sugar,

starches and other foods into energy needed for daily life.

Major types of diabetes:

Type 1 Diabetes – the body no longer produces insulin which means

glucose is unable to enter the cells and produce energy (5-10% of cases).

Type 2 Diabetes – the cells begin to resist insulin, called “insulin

resistance” (90-95% of cases).

Gestational Diabetes – a form of glucose intolerance typically diagnosed

later in pregnancy (related to hormones of pregnancy, lack of insulin).

Pre-diabetes – a condition that occurs when a person’s blood glucose

levels are higher than normal but not high enough for a diagnosis of

Type 2 diabetes. Lifestyle changes at this point may prevent

progression to a diabetes diagnosis.

Risk Factors:• Body Mass Index over 25

• Family History

• Over age 60

• Hispanic, African American, Asian American, or Native American origin

• Having a baby over 9 lbs.

• Sedentary Lifestyle

• High Blood Pressure

• Poor Cholesterol Levels

Symptoms* of high blood glucose (hyperglycemia) :• Increased thirst

• Increased urination

• Dry mouth or skin

• Tiredness or fatigue

• Blurred vision

• More frequent infections

• Slow healing cuts and sores

• Unexplained weight loss

*Some or none of these symptoms may be present

Symptoms of low blood glucose (hypoglycemia)

• Shakiness

• Dizziness

• Sweating

• Hunger

• Headache

• Pale skin color

• Sudden moodiness or behavior changes, such as crying for no apparent reason

• Clumsy or jerky movements

• Seizure

• Difficulty paying attention

or confusion

• Tingling sensations around the mouth

How do I get tested?Talk with your health care provider. A fasting blood glucose tolerance

test or oral glucose tolerance test (glucose is measured after a fast and

again two hours after drinking a glucose rich beverage) may be

used to test for pre-diabetes or diabetes.

Pre-diabetes: A fasting blood glucose level between 100 and 125 mg/dl

or a two-hour blood glucose level between 140 and 199 mg/dl.

Diabetes: A fasting blood glucose level of 126 mg/dl or higher or a two-

hour blood glucose level at 200 mg/dl or higher.

Hemoglobin A1C: The A1C test measures the amount of sugar that

attaches to protein in the red blood cell. Because red blood cells live

for about three months, A1C tests show your average blood sugar during

this time. Normal range is 4-6. The American Diabetes Association goal

for patients with diabetes is 7 or less.

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Certified Diabetes Educators

American Association of Diabetes Educator (800) 338-3633

100 W. Monroe, Suite 400

Chicago, IL 60603

Internet: www.diabeteseducator.org

Purpose: Has a link to finding a certified diabetes

educator in your area. An ADA recognized program

Carroll Hospital Center (410) 848-3000

200 Memorial Avenue

Westminster, MD 21157

Internet: www.CarrollHospitalCenter.org

Contacts: The Diabetes Center Fax (410) 871-6346

Michele Livingston, MS, RD. LDN, CDE (410) 857-6536

Amy Michael, MS, RD, LD, CDE (410) 871-6583

Susan Steinweg, RN, BSN, CDE (410) 871-6957

Coordinator for Diabetes Center

Contacts: The Learning Center

Patricia S. Wagman, RN, BSN, CDE (410) 871-6842

Wellspan Health

Laura A. Ruby, MS, CRNP (717) 339-2003

Adult Nurse Practitioner Fax (717) 339-2002

Email: [email protected] South Washington Street

Gettysburg, PA 17325

Community Agencies and Groups

Access Carroll, Inc. (410) 871-1478

2 Locust Lane, Suite 301


Internet: [email protected]

Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday – Thursday

Contact: Tammy Black, RN, BSN, Executive Director

Email: [email protected]

Purpose: To provide free primary health care for

low-income, uninsured residents.

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Carroll County Bureau of Aging (410) 386-3800125 Stoner Avenue Fax (410) 840-0436Westminster, MD 21157Internet: [email protected]: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – FridayContact: Richard Steinberg (410) 386-3800Purpose: To provide social, educational, wellness and recreational activities for senior citizens aged 60 and over in Carroll County, including meals, information and referral.

Carroll County Health Department (410) 876-4900Chronic Disease Prevention Program and Chronic Disease Case ManagementInternet: www.carrollhealthdepartment.dhmh.md.gov/healthservices.htmlPurpose: Chronic Disease Prevention provides outreach, education and screening related to leading causes of chronic disease. Chronic disease case management provides nursing case management to the frail, elderly and the chronically ill.

Carroll County Public Library Branches (410) 386-4488

Internet: www.library.carr.org

Purpose: Diabetes resources available including books,

magazines and the internet. Trained library staff available

to help locate the information.

Eldersburg .......................................................................................................................................................................(410) 386-44606400 West Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg, MD 21784

Mount Airy......................................................................................................................................................................(410) 386-4470705 Ridge Avenue, Mt. Airy, MD 21771

North Carroll ..............................................................................................................................................................(410) 386-44802255 Hanover Pike, Greenmount, MD 21074

Taneytown.......................................................................................................................................................................(410) 386-451010 Grand Drive, Taneytown, MD 21787

Westminster..................................................................................................................................................................(410) 386-449050 East Main Street, Westminster, MD 21157

Carroll Diabetes Coalition (410) 871-7645Partnership for a Healthier Carroll County, Inc.535 Old Westminster Pike, Suite 102Westminster, MD 21157Internet: www.healthycarroll.orgContact: Kim Spangler (410) 876-4965

Carroll Diabetes Coalition (cont)

Email: [email protected]: The purpose of the coalition is to prevent, identify, and control diabetes in Carroll County. Anyone from the community with this mission is welcome to join. The Coalition is a subcommittee of the Partnership for a Healthier Carroll County, Inc. Prevention and Wellness Workgroup.

Carroll Home Care (410) 871-8000

292 Stoner Avenue


Internet: www.carrollhospitalcenter.org/Services/homecare

Email: [email protected]

Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday; 24 hour

answering service, 7 days per week

Purpose: To provide home care to community residents

using a plan of care developed collaboratively with the

primary care physician, patient, family and staff.

Carroll Hospital Center – Health Access (410) 848-3000

200 Memorial Avenue Fax (410) 871-6210

Westminster, MD 21157 TTY (410) 871-7186


Contact: Health Access (410) 848-2244

Purpose: To deliver a full range of state-of-the-art

health care services to the surrounding community.

Carroll Hospital Center – Diabetes Center (410) 871-6957

200 Memorial Avenue To register (410) 871-7678 option 4



Purpose: Located in the outpatient center of Carroll

Hospital Center, the Diabetes Center offers comprehensive

health care, education and support. Services offered for

children and adults with diabetes include: self-management

education programs taught by a registered nurse and dietitian-

both certified as diabetes educators; one-on-one educational

courses for individuals; group classes and support services

for patients and families.

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Home Call, Inc. (410) 848-5379

15 E. Main Street, Suite 114 Fax (410) 848-0727

Westminster, MD

Internet: www.homecallinc.com

Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday – Friday;

24 hour on call service

Purpose: To deliver home health care and in-home

support to Carroll and Baltimore counties.

Human Services Programs of Carroll County, Inc. (410) 857-2999

10 Distillery Drive (Ground Floor) Fax (410) 857-8793


Mail: P.O. Box 489, Westminster, MD 21158

Internet: www.hspinc.org

Hours: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Monday – Thursday;

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Friday

Purpose: HSP provides money, goods, services

and other necessities to those in Carroll County

with a demonstrated need.

Maryland Cooperative Extension Carroll County (410) 386-2760

Family and Consumer Services,

University of Maryland System

700 Agriculture Center


Internet: www.agnr.umd.edu/carroll

Hours: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday

Contact: Terry Serio

Email: [email protected]: To make Family Consumer Science and other related information available to county residents.

Mission of Mercy – Mobile Medical Van (410) 857-2999

c/o Human Services Programs of Carroll County, Inc.

10 Distillery Drive


Internet: www.amissionofmercy.org

Contact: Linda Ryan (301) 682-5683

Email: [email protected] Fax (301) 682-3489

22 S. Market St. Suite 6D

Frederick, MD 21701

Mission of Mercy – Mobile Medical Van (cont)

Contact: Joe Cimino (410) 857-4811Email: [email protected] Fax (410) 857-8246225 Clifton Boulevard, Suite 301Westminster, MD 21157

Westminster/Taneytown appointments call:Human Services Programs at (410) 857-2999

Mt. Airy appointments call: Calvary United

Methodist Church at (301) 829-0358 Purpose: The purpose of Mission of Mercy is to restore dignity to the sick, poor and homeless by providing basic medical care. Mission of Mercy is a recreational vehicle equipped to provide medical services and patient care at six sites in Maryland. In Carroll County, the vehicle visits 10 Distillery Drive, Westminster; St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, 44 Frederick Street, Taneytown, Maryland; and Calvary United Methodist Church at 403 S. Main Street, Mt. Airy, Maryland.

Shepherd’s Staff (410) 857-5944

30 Carroll Street Fax (410) 857-6122


Hours: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Monday, Tuesday & Friday;

3 – 7 p.m., Thursday

Contact: Kathy Brown

Purpose: To provide a Christian outreach and support

center which offers assistance to resolve short term

crises while seeking pathways to self-sufficiency.

Diabetes Education and Information

American Association of Diabetes Educators (800) 338-3633

100 W. Monroe, Suite 400

Chicago, IL 60603

Internet: www.diabeteseducator.org

Purpose: Links people to certified diabetes educators

in their area. An ADA recognized program.

American Diabetes Association, Maryland Chapter (410) 265-0075

800 Wyman Park Drive, Suite 110 (888) 342-2383

Baltimore, MD 21211

Internet: www.diabetes.org

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American Dietetic Association (800) 745-0775

216 West Jackson Boulevard, Suite 800

Chicago, IL 60606

Internet: www.eatright.org

Amputee Coalition of America (888) 267-5669

Internet: www.amputee-coalition.org

Purpose: Empowers those with limb loss through

education, support and advocacy.

Carroll Hospital Center –The Women’s Place

Resource Center (410) 871-6161

291 Stoner Avenue


Internet: www.carrollhospitalcenter.org/services/women/women/default.asp

Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday

Contact: [email protected]

Purpose: Diabetes resources available through books,

database and the Internet. Trained personnel are

available to assist with locating information.

Children with Diabetes

Internet: www.childrenwithdiabetes.com

Diabetes 123

Internet: www.diabetes123.com/index_d123.htm

Purpose: Offers information about the care and

treatment of diabetes for both children and adults.

Diabetes Exercise and Sports Association (DESA) (800) 898-4322

Internet: www.diabetes-exercise.org

Purpose: Exists to enhance the quality of life for people

with diabetes through exercise and physical fitness.

Diabetes Research Wellness Foundation (202) 298-9211

Executive Offices Diabetes Helpline (800) 941-4635

5151 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Suite 420

Washington, DC 21116

Internet: www.diabeteswellness.net

Purpose: Provides information about how to manage

diabetes successfully and prevent life-threatening

complications. Offers free medical alert tags.

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Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (800) 272-3937

Internet: www.eyecareamerica.org

Purpose: Provides free eye health educational

materials and facilitates access to medical eye care.

healthfinder®

Internet: www.healthfinder.gov

Purpose: A federal Web site which offers reliable

health information and resources.

Indian Health Service Diabetes Program (505) 248-4182

Internet: www.ihs.gov/medicalprograms/diabetes

Joslin Diabetes Center (617) 226-5815

Purpose: An affiliate of Harvard Medical School,

this center is a diabetes institution which focuses

on research, care and education.

Juvenile Diabetes Research (800) 533-CURE (2873)

Foundation International (JDRF)

Internet: www.jdf.org or Just For Kids www.kids.jdrf.org

LEAP (Lower Extremity Amputation Prevention Program) (301) 594-4488

Internet: www.bphc.hrsa.gov/leap

Purpose: A program of the federal government

which offers guidance on how to prevent amputation

in those with diabetes.

Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (410) 767-3608

Internet: www.fha.state.md.us/cphs/cdp/diabetes

Maryland Dietetic Association (410) 381-3044

Internet: www.eatwellmd.org (800) 794-1152

Purpose: Provides nutrition resources and help

in locating a dietitian.

Maryland Optometric Association (410) 727-7800

Internet: www.marylandeyes.com

Purpose: Provides information on eye health, disease

conditions, treatment and help with locating an eye doctor.

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Maryland Podiatric Medical Association (800) 560-1818

Internet: www.marylandpodiatry.com

Purpose: Provides information on foot care

and help with locating a podiatrist.

National Eye Health Education Program (301) 496-5248

Internet: www.nei.nih.gov/nehep

Purpose: Provides education and free materials

regarding eye health, disease and treatment.

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive (800) 860-8747

and Kidney Disease (NIDDK)

Internet: www.diabetes.niddk.com

www.ndep.nih.gov/index.htm

www.diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/index.htm

www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/diabetes.html

National Kidney Foundation (800) 622-9010

Internet: www.kidney.orgPurpose: Seeks to prevent kidney and urinary tract diseases, improve the health of those affected by these diseases and increase the availability of all organs for transplantation.

Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins (800) 215-6467

Internet: www.hopkinsmedicine.org/wilmer

Purpose: Provides evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation

and information concerning eye health.

U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (800) 232-4636

Internet: www.cdc.gov/diabetes/faq/basics.htm

Financial Support

Carroll County Bureau of Aging (410) 386-3800

Medicaid Home and Community Fax (410) 840-0436

Based Services Waiver for Older Adults

Internet: www.ccgovernment.carr.org/ccg/aging/services.asp

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Carroll County Bureau of Aging (cont)

Hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday

Purpose: To enable older adults to remain in a community

setting even though their advanced age or disability would

warrant placement in a long-term facility.

Carroll County Department of Social Services (410) 386-3300

10 Distillery Drive Fax (410) 386-3429


Internet: www.dhr.state.md.us/carroll.htm

Hours: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Monday – Friday

Contact: [email protected]

Purpose: To protect children and vulnerable adults and

to support healthy functioning of individuals and families.

Carroll County Health Department, Nursing Bureau (410) 876-4960

Maryland Children’s Health Program (MCHP)

290 S. Center Street

Westminster 21157

Internet: www.carrollhealthdepartment.dhmh.md.gov/healthservices.html

www.dhmh.state.md.us/mma/mchp

Purpose: Provides medical insurance for children through

age 18 and pregnant women of all ages who meet income

and citizenship requirements.

Medicare (800) MEDICARE

Internet: www.medicare.gov/Health/Diabetes.asp

Purpose: “Medicare Coverage of Diabetes Supplies

and Services” is a free publication (No. CMS-11022)

available through the above number. Visit the Web site

for more information about diabetes preventive

services and Medicare.

Primary Adult Care (PAC) (800) 226-2142

Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

Purpose: Provides assistance for prescription and doctor’s

visits costs for adults 19 years and older who meet specific

income and citizenship requirements.

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Physicians

Carroll Hospital Center Health Access (410) 848-2244

Endocrinology

Diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the endocrine glands, which secrete hormones into the blood and lymph system.

James Dicke, MD (410) 296-5484

6701 N. Charles Street, Suite 4105 Fax (410) 821-2804

Baltimore, MD 21204

The Women’s Place

291 Stoner Avenue, Westminster, MD 21157

Craig Haber, MD (410) 833-8095

210 Business Center Drive Fax (410) 833-6099

Reisterstown, MD 21136

Pediatric Endocrinology

Diagnosis and treatment of disorders in children of the endocrine glands, which secrete hormones into the blood and lymph system.

Karen M. Armour, MD (410) 601-8331

Morton Mower, MD Office Building Fax (410) 601-8859

2411 W. Belvedere Avenue, Suite 205

Baltimore, MD 21215

Judith V. McLaughlin, MD (410) 601-8331

Morton Mower, MD Office Building Fax (410) 601-8859

2411 W. Belvedere Avenue, Suite 205

Baltimore, MD 21215

Barry Reiner, MD (410) 646-4009

601 North Caroline Street, 8th Floor

Baltimore, MD 21287

Call Carroll Hospital Center Health Access (410) 848-2244

for a listing of ophthalmologists, perinatologists,

podiatrists and vascular surgeons, as well as

a complete listing of physicians affiliated with

the hospital.

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Registered Dietitians

Nutritional specialists who provide dietary counseling.

Carroll County Health Department (410) 857-5000

Nutrition Services (410) 876-2152

290 S. Center Street (410) 875-3350

Westminster, MD 21157 Fax (410) 876-4988

Internet: www.carrollhealthdepartment.dhmh.state.md.gov

Carroll Home Care & Carroll Hospice (410) 871-8000

292 Stoner Avenue


Carroll Hospital Center (410) 848-3000

200 Memorial Avenue



Medical Supplies/Pharmacy

Maryland MEDBANK (410) 821-9262

Internet: www.medbankmd.org (877) 435-7755

Purpose: Assistance with prescription medications.

Medical Alert Foundation, U.S. (800) 432-5378

P.O. Box 1009

Turlock, CA 95381-9009

The Medicine Program

Internet: www.themedicineprogram.com

Needy Meds, Inc.

Internet: www.needymeds.com

Most pharmacies are available for diabetes consultation.

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Physical Activity Programs

Get Fit Maryland

Internet: www.getfitmaryland.org

Purpose: A walking program designed to help

fight obesity, cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

Lions Camp Merrick/Glyndon (301) 870-5858

P.O. Box 56 Fax (301) 246-9108

3650 Rick Hamilton Place

Nanjemoy, MD 20662

Internet: www.lionscampmerrick.org

Contact: Heather Magoon

Purpose: Provides a week-long residential

camping experience for deaf, blind, and children

with diabetes, ages 6-16.

Partnership for a Healthier Carroll County, Inc. (410) 871-7645

Health Partners Registry

535 Old Westminster Pike, Suite 102


Internet: www.healthycarroll.org

Support Groups

Adult Diabetes Support Group (410) 848-2244

This group gives diabetics the opportunity to meet

others facing similar challenges, as well as, share

information and experiences related to the disease.

The group is led by a certified diabetes educator and

features occasional guest speakers.

Juvenile Diabetes Support Group (410) 848-2244

A support group for diabetic children and their families.

An activity and craft is planned for children, giving

parents the opportunity to offer peer support, exchange

information and share coping strategies.

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Diabetes Workshop (410) 848-2244

A free annual event featuring the newest products and

services to help diabetics improve their quality of life,

control their blood sugar and live more comfortably.

Other highlights include giveaways, door prizes, vendor

displays and a free luncheon.

Transportation

Carroll Area Transit System (CATS) (410) 876-RIDE

211 Greenwood Avenue Fax (410) 876-0095


Internet: www.carrolltransit.org

Hours: 7 a.m.– 5 p.m., Monday – Friday

Purpose: To meet the transportation needs of the

physically and mentally disabled, the elderly, frail,

and transportation-deprived within Carroll County.

Carroll Hospital Center Health Access (410) 848-2244

Call (410) 848-2244 for dates, times or more information

about the preceding support groups or programs.

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Wound Care

Carroll Hospital Center – Wound Care Center (410) 871-6334

200 Memorial Avenue


Internet: www.carrollhospitalcenter.org/content/WoundCareServices.htm

Purpose: The Wound Care Center uses a multi-disciplinary

team of specialists to provide comprehensive wound care

and treatment. Innovative wound care techniques include:

hyperbaric oxygen therapy, clinical treatments, debridement,

dressing and education.

Notes and Numbers

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Notes and Numbers

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Notes and Numbers

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