Better Living Diabetics Project
The Better Living Diabetics (BLD) Project was a result of a study to address Non-insulin Dependent Diabetes Melitus in Indigenous communities.
The BLD Project incorporates perceived health care needs using a culturally appropriate approach. Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander participants in the study identified four major areas of importance in diabetes management including:
The BLD Project aims to sustain self management techniques to:
Strategies were developed to meet these goals including a reward system where clients identify their achievements and complete squares on a Bonus Card.
BLD currently services a large region of south east Queensland including Dalby, Oakey, Toowoomba, Miles, Tara and Diranbandi meeting the needs of 12 000 Indigenous and Torres Strait Island people.