Diabetes Care Corner with Cascade Health
In partnership with Cascade Health, this free introductory class offers a welcoming space to learn the basics of diabetes - what it is, how it is diagnosed, and how to manage it effectively. Whether you have recently received a diagnosis or simply want to better understand the condition, this session is open to everyone, regardless of insurance coverage or diagnosis status.
You'll gain practical tips for living well with diabetes and explore local resources that can support your journey. This class complements diabetes education covered by insurance. This offering serves as an extra opportunity to empower yourself with knowledge.
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Program Schedule
Please Note: All sessions offer the same program content.
| Class | Date | Time | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026 | 1 to 2 p.m. | REGISTER |
| 2 | Monday, April 13, 2026 | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. | REGISTER |
| 3 | Tuesday, No
Julia O’Neil, RD v. 17, 2026 |
9:30 to 10:30 a.m. |
Meet the Team
Tracy Beckmann, RDN, LD, CDCES
Tracy began working at Cascade Health in 2015 and became manager of the department in 2022. She holds an undergraduate degree in nutrition and dietetics from Oregon State University and completed her dietetic internship there as well. Her main goal is to show that eating well and moving your body can help you feel better on a foundational level. While Tracy can’t claim to be a native Oregonian, she has lived in Eugene most of her life. In her free time, she enjoys backpacking, hiking, being outside and, of course, eating delicious and nutritious food.
Lauren Chase, RD
Lauren began working at Cascade Health in 2022. She holds a bachelor's degree in nutrition and dietetics from Oregon State University, where she also completed her dietetic internship. Lauren loves to create relationships with others and discuss how each person's unique food culture can impact health and well-being. She takes a positive approach to nutrition and wants to help others enjoy food and improve their lives. Lauren's hobbies include weightlifting, hiking, and spending time with her family and many animals!
Julia O'Neil, RD
Julia began working with Cascade in late 2023. She holds a bachelor’s degree in human physiology from the University of Oregon and a bachelor’s degree in nutrition from Oregon State University where she also completed her dietetic internship (she tells people she’s a platypus). Julia likes to find creative solutions to tackling lifestyle change through nutrition and exercise and strongly believes there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach. Julia is very outdoorsy and enjoys all what Oregon has to offer. She likes to spend her spare time hiking, snowshoeing, paddleboarding, and swimming when the weather is warm.
