Healthy Living: Diabetes Prevention Program
Effective January 1, 2026, the virtual Noom Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) will replace the virtual Livongo DPP for State of Delaware Highmark non-Medicare members. For those interested in participating in a virtual DPP before January 1, 2026, you may enroll in the YMCA DPP or wait until January 1, 2026 to enroll in the Noom DPP. For State of Delaware Highmark non-Medicare members currently participating in the Livongo DPP, you may continue utilizing the program until December 31, 2025. If you wish to continue participation in a DPP, you will need to enroll in the Noom DPP beginning January 1, 2026 through the myHighmark member website.
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The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) is a year-long, lifestyle and health behavior change program that is available at NO COST to Highmark Delaware members who meet program eligibility criteria . The DPP is evidence-based, recognized by the CDC and can help participants eat healthier, increase physical activity, lose weight, overcome stress, boost energy and reduce risk of chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes.
Highmark Delaware members can choose one of two options when participating in the DPP:
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Virtual DPP through Noom
Participate in virtual DPP using Noom. Noom will help you eat better by being more mindful about your meals and assist you in creating healthy habits. Noom gives you lessons to help you change your relationship with food by using AI-powered food logging and body scan measurements coupled with one-on-one support with a health coach. To see if you qualify, visit myHighmark , click on "Benefits," select "Noom: Weight Management" under the Additional Benefits section. -
In-person, small group program through the
YMCA
Over the course of 25 one-hour sessions in a relaxed classroom setting (YMCA branches, community sites or worksites), a trained Lifestyle Coach teaches participants skills that will help them lead a healthy lifestyle. As added benefits through the YMCA of Delaware, participants will receive up to 4 FREE months of family membership at the YMCA of Delaware! To learn more about the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program offered through the YMCA of Delaware and enroll today, visit their website or call (302) 572-9622. If you live outside of Delaware, visit the YMCA of the USA website to find a DPP near you.