Bedford Health Center

We offer a free diabetes self-management education support program in collaboration with local partners. Classes are two hours long and are offered on a weekly basis. Classes run five or six weeks. People who complete five classes receive a free FitBit while supplies last.

• Visit the registration page to enroll in a class series, or select "Diabetes Wellness Network" to receive updates when new classes are scheduled.

In-Person Workshops:

There are no workshops available at this time.

Online Workshops (link will be provided after registration):

• Mondays, June 1 to June 29, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
• Tuesdays, June 2 to June 30, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

For more information or questions, contact Tanisha Herrera-Pearce at 718-637-5226 or email therrera@health.nyc.gov.

Diabetes and Nutrition 101 are 90-minute workshops that provide an understanding of diabetes, including managing blood sugar, understanding insulin and medication, and managing diabetes through lifestyle choices.

Complete the registration form to enroll in a workshop.

• In-Person Workshops:
  • Diabetes 101: Saturday, June 13, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
    Bedford Health Center, 485 Throop Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11221
• Online Workshops
  • Nutrition 101 — Men's Health Initiative: Wednesday, June 9, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
    Link will be provided after registration.

For more information, contact Thanushka Bachan at 718-637-5335 or email tbachan@health.nyc.gov.

Hypertension 101 is a two-hour workshop that provides an overview of hypertension: How to prevent and control it, as well as how to accurately measure and self-monitor blood pressure.

For more information on upcoming classes, email BrooklynNH@health.nyc.gov, call 718-637-5304, or click on the registration links below.

In-Person Workshops

• Saturday, June 13, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Saturday, July 11, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• Saturday, September 12, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Virtual Workshops

• Wednesday, June 17, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
• Wednesday, July 15, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, August 12, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Learn how to manage symptoms of hypertension and develop action plans to eat healthy, manage stress, use medications appropriately, and incorporate fitness in this six-week workshop.

To sign up for the waiting list, email BrooklynNH@health.nyc.gov or call 718-627-5304.

Our bi-weekly farmers market held in collaboration with the Campaign Against Hunger provides fresh, affordable produce to the community. Health Bucks vouchers, SNAP benefits, and cash accepted.

• June 12, June 26
• 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• For more information, contact Concessa Joseph at cjosephleconte@health.nyc.gov or call 718-637-5317.

This dance fitness class provides you with a fun full-body workout. Soca Sweat will invigorate and refresh the mind, body and soul.

• Tuesdays, 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.

For more information or questions, contact Zulma Novoa at znovoa@health.nyc.gov or 718-637-5317.

Mat Pilates is a beginner exercise class which concentrates on strengthening the body with an emphasis on core strength. The goals of this class are to improve posture, stabilize and elongate the spine and develop balance and overall strength. Mat Pilates is a great option for all fitness levels. Bring a mat.

• Wednesdays, 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Practice a gentle form of yoga, done while seated or using a chair for balance. Classes are scheduled in alignment with our Fresh Food Fridays Farmers Market.

• Fridays: June 12, June 26
• Saturdays: June 13
• 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

For more information, email Zulma Novoa at znovoa@health.nyc.gov or call 718-637-5317.

Community Mental Wellness and Resilience Workshop is an in-person, three-hour workshop for New Yorkers on community empowerment and individual and collective resilience. Workshop participants will be trained to identify mental health issues, develop support strategies, and identify mental health resources within their communities.

• Second and last Friday of the month, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Register on Eventbrite.

For more information or to host training at your business or community-based organization, contact Carlos Tejeda at ctejeda@health.nyc.gov or 929-746-6650.

In partnership with the Fresh Food Fridays Farmers Market, these cooking and nutrition demonstrations teach participants how and why to prepare healthy meals using fresh, seasonal produce. No registration required.

• June 12, and June 26
• 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m, 10:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and 12:30 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.

The National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) is an online, year-long lifestyle change program that empowers you to reduce your risk and prevent or delay type 2 diabetes.

Link will be provided after registration.

Registration will be open through the first four weeks.

First meeting: Thursday, May 21, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.