Diabetes Assistance in Georgia
Many diabetes-related resources are available to Georgians. (Note that they are not listed by priority, so feel free to scroll).
The Healthcare category lists medical service providers who may offer diabetes screening and follow-up care.
Financial Resources lists entities that provide free or reduced-cost medication or care.
Wellness Programs are free or fee-based programs to encourage healthy lifestyles and avoid diabetes or diabetes-related complications.
Screening Resources
Georgia Lighthouse Foundation Vision Services
Offers vision screening and reduced cost eyewear.
Heath Care Providers
Georgia Dept. of Community Health Directory
State of Georgia Healthcare Provider Network Directory. (Comprehensive but not user-friendly)
Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center
Health resources serving rural communities in Georgia
Financial Resources
Diabetes Patient Assistance Program (PAP)
The Novo Nordisk PAP provides medication at no cost to those who qualify.
Patient Care Co-Pay Relief
Help for those dealing with insurance and healthcare obstacles associated with chronic disease (.pdf)
Pharmaceutical Co-Pay Relief
Patient Advocate Foundation Relief Program provides direct financial support to medically and financially qualified, insured patients (.pdf)
Georgia Pathways to Coverage
Offers Medicaid coverage to eligible Georgians ages 19-64 who have a household income of up to 100% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL).
Wellness Programs
Abundant Living Foundation
Prevent Type 2 Diabetes Support Program. “Provides primary prevention tools, education, screening, resources, and support.”
Reach7
A fee-based program to help to manage metabolic conditions and to prevent disease progression.
Health Extension Nutrition & Health: Diabetes
Two Health Extension programs: 1) T2D Prevention and a 2) Support for adults with T1D or T2D to avoid complications.
Georgia Dept. of Public Health
Pre-diabetes and diabetes support website.
Diabetes Assn. of Atlanta
This organization offers a host of services including community education, wellness classes, and blood glucose screening to groups.