The Diabetes
Confidence Series 2026
Free Online Education & Peer Support for Adults with Type 1 and Type 2
Diabetes
Delivered by HWE DSG – your local diabetes support group
What Is It?
The Diabetes Confidence Series is a free 8 series online webinar programme
designed to support adults living with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
Each 1-hour session provides practical education, self-management support and
peer discussion in a structured, evidence-based format.
The programme complements — but does not replace — NHS care and structured
education.
Why Refer?
This series supports patients to:
• Improve understanding of HbA1c and glucose targets
• Increase confidence with medications and technology
• Engage more effectively in annual reviews
• Understand the 9 NICE care processes
• Reduce anxiety about complications
• Develop sustainable lifestyle habits
• Prepare better questions for appointments
It aims to strengthen self-management, reduce diabetes distress and improve patient
activation.

April 15th – Understanding Your Numbers
HbA1c (mmol/mol), time in range, NHS targets.

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