The FRESH START Diabetes Prevention Program, offered by Loyola Medicine in Tinley Park, IL, is dedicated to empowering adults at risk for diabetes with essential prevention services. Our program provides personalized coaching and supportive group environments, focusing on vital health education and practical lifestyle changes. Participants benefit from a CDC-approved curriculum designed to instill skills for effective weight loss, increased physical activity, and stress management. A trained lifestyle coach leads sessions that foster encouragement and camaraderie among individuals with shared goals. Participants receive ongoing follow-up meetings to ensure they maintain their healthy lifestyle changes. To qualify for this free program, an individual must score 5 or greater on the CDC Self-Assessment Quiz or have a prediabetes diagnosis from a physician. This comprehensive, year-long program starts with 16 weekly meetings, followed by bi-weekly and monthly sessions, all conducted online until further notice to ensure safety during the COVID-19 pandemic.