Diabetes – SDPI

Diabetes - SDPI

In response to the diabetes epidemic among AI/AN people, Congress established the Special Diabetes Program for Indians in 1997. The SDPI provides funds for diabetes prevention and treatment services to IHS, Tribal, and Urban communities across the United State. As a result, AI/AN communities now have much needed programs and increased access to quality diabetes care. 

The Wind River Cares Diabetes Awareness Program offers three services for current diabetic clients. 

A participant is anyone who has been diagnosed with Diabetes Type 1 or Type 2 and applies for services through the Wind River Cares Diabetes Awareness Program (WRCDAP). Participants are eligible for assistance with eyeglasses, podiatry and dentistry. Eligibility Requirements: 

Letter from primary care provider stating diabetes diagnosis. 

Tribal ID or Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) with photo ID 

Completed Registration/Screening form 

Services:

Eyeglasses
Services: Prescription eyeglasses assistance Requirements:

Register/Active participant as described in I. above. Current prescription from Optometrist Upon meeting all eligibility requirements listed hereunder, WRCDAP will provide financial assistance up to $175 towards the purchase of prescription eyeglasses from an approved vendor. Any amount over the $175 award will be the responsibility of the participant. Award letters will be granted and a copy will be provided to each participant for verification of eligibility from WRCDAP.

Once WRCDAP has issued payment to the eyeglass vendor, participants have 30 days to pay any remaining balance owed to the eyeglass vendor. Should participant fail to pay remaining balance, participant’s active status will be closed and the next eligible participant will be served. Participants understand that the ordering process can take up to 6 weeks to receive their ordered product. Due to budgetary constraints only a limited number of participants can receive eyeglasses per fiscal year. Number of participants for eyeglass services may vary based on the fiscal year. Participants are allowed (1) purchase per year for eyeglasses and due to budgetary constraints may or may not receive eyeglasses in subsequent year(s). An exemption would be if participants' prescriptions change due to management of their diabetes. All exemptions will be at the discretion of the Diabetes Coordinator.
Podiatry
Services: Podiatry footwear, based on referral and measurements from podiatrist or primary care provider. Requirements:

Register/ Active participant as described in I. above. Foot exam from podiatrist. Letter from Podiatrist or care provider declaring need for podiatry footwear, including foot measurements. Upon meeting all eligibility requirements listed hereunder, WRCDAP will provide financial assistance up to $100 towards the purchase of podiatry footwear, including postage and shipping. Award letters will be granted and a copy will be provided to each participant and vendor for verification of eligibility from WRCDAP.

Participants understand that the ordering process may take up to 6 weeks to receive their ordered product. The participant is responsible for selecting their own footwear and making sure the footwear fits comfortably. WRCDAP will have a no return policy on all footwear products. Participants understand that they will have to turn in each receipt or invoice from the approved vendor in order for the footwear to be paid. Upon vendor receiving payment footwear will be given to the participant. Participants are allowed (1) purchase per year and due to budgetary constraints only a limited number of participants can receive podiatry assistance per fiscal year. Number of participants for services may vary based on the fiscal year.
Dentures/Dentistry Services
Services: Denture assistance eligibility

Register/Active participants as described in I. above. Due to budgetary constraints only a limited number of participants can receive denture/partial per fiscal year. Number of participants for eyeglass services may vary based on the fiscal year. Waiting list for dentures/partials does not carry over from year to year. Consultant appointment verification with approved vendor. Upon meeting all requirements listed here, WRCDAP will provide financial assistance up to $2,500.00 towards the purchase of dentures from an approved vendor. Any amount above $2,500.00 will be the responsibility of the participant.

Award letters will be granted and a copy will be provided to each participant and vendor for verification of eligibility from WRCDAP.

Participants understand that WRCDAP will NOT PAY for any extractions or fillings. Due to the healing process, participants understand that the process can take up to 4 months in order to receive their ordered product. Only a limited number of participants can receive dentures. WRCDAP will offer help with Dentures/Partials every 4 years from the first date of received product.

Eligible approved participants will receive 1 purchase per 4 year for dentures. This 1 purchase includes: one denture realignment that must be included in the original quote. Any realignments or services pertaining to this purchase outside the original quote are the responsibility of the participant including but not limited to filling or extraction. Follow- Up Responsibility.

Completion of Services: Any services approved during the current fiscal year must be completed during the same fiscal year. Approval letters are good for the fiscal year they are written. Any Services paid out of pocket by the participant will not be reimbursed by the program. Participant is responsible for continued follow-up to the program and specific service vendor
Gyms
The program operates three gyms currently. The Arapaho gym is at #15 great pains road and operates from 6:30-6pm monday through thursdays and till 4:45 on friday. The blue sky fitness is at Blue Sky Hal and operates from 8-7pm monday through thursday and 4:45 fridays. Both those gyms have certified personal trainers to assist with your fitness journey. The Riverton facility will be open to the the public at a later date. The Arapaho gym offers cross fit classes and spin. The Blue sky has Tabata and use of the gym floor for basketball drills. All gyms are open to the public for free. Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

The program also offers classes such as healthy-u , what I can eat and will be offering more throughout the year. We do education and work with clients to encourage them compliance with medications and appointments. The program participants in school events throughout the county and enjoys working with the children in the community.

Contact information and office hours are:
Monday – Friday: 8:00a.m. – 4:45p.m.
Phone number is: (307) 332-8035