Take Control of Your Diabetes
HANDS Clinic provides free diabetes education, prescription management, diet guidance, and routine blood sugar monitoring to help you live well.
About This Service
Diabetes is manageable — but only with consistent care, education, and support. At HANDS Clinic, we don't just treat diabetes; we partner with you to understand it, manage it, and live well with it. Our team provides the full picture of diabetes care, from monitoring to medication to lifestyle guidance, all at no cost to eligible patients.
What's Included
- Diabetes education and coaching
- Prescription management
- Diet and nutrition guidance
- Routine blood sugar monitoring
Benefits of Diabetes Management at HANDS Clinic
Unmanaged diabetes can lead to serious complications including heart disease, kidney failure, nerve damage, and vision loss. With the right support, many of these risks can be dramatically reduced. Our care team helps you understand your numbers, build sustainable habits, and stay ahead of complications — so you can keep doing the things that matter most.
Why HANDS Clinic
HANDS Clinic has cared for St. Lucie County's most vulnerable residents since 2010. Diabetes is one of the most common conditions we treat, and we've built our care model around helping patients manage chronic conditions for the long term — not just addressing symptoms in the moment. With a dedicated care team and 13 service areas, we're equipped to treat the whole person.
Yes. Prescription management is part of many of our services, and our Prescription Assistance Program can help eligible patients obtain approved medications at no cost. Talk to your provider at your visit to find out what's available for your specific medications.
No. HANDS Clinic specifically serves adults who do not have insurance. You do not need to have — or get — insurance to receive care here. Our eligibility requirements are based on income and residency, not insurance status.
Yes. Diet management and nutrition guidance are core parts of our diabetes program. We also offer broader nutrition education through our Health Education services, which complement your diabetes care plan.
Yes. HANDS Clinic serves a bilingual community and has Spanish-speaking staff available. Key communications and patient-facing materials are available in both English and Spanish. If you have a language preference, let us know when you contact us.
Eligibility is based on four factors: income level, St. Lucie County residency, age (19–64), and insurance status. The easiest way to find out is to fill out our eligibility form — it only takes a few minutes and will determine whether you qualify for care.
Yes. Services at HANDS Clinic are provided at no cost to eligible patients. There are no copays, no fees, and no surprise bills. Most services are completely free; some specialty referrals may be at a discounted rate. Your care team will always be upfront with you about what's included.
We can help. Our primary care team provides lab work and assessments that can identify diabetes or pre-diabetes. Early detection makes a significant difference in outcomes — don't wait for symptoms to get worse before reaching out.
Diabetes can reduce circulation and sensation in the feet, making injuries slow to heal and prone to infection. Without regular monitoring, minor issues can escalate into serious complications. Regular podiatry visits help catch problems early and prevent outcomes that could affect your mobility and independence.