What kind of help can I get?

[nicky_too]

Since I've moved to the UK from abroad I really don't know what kind of help I am entitled to at all.

At the moment the nurse at my GP's practise is doing a great job. She obviously knows what she's talking about, but she doesn't seem to be a specialist on diabetes.
I've had great help in the Netherlands (where I come from): a specialist diabetes nurse and a dietrician. Therefore I know quite a bit already.

The only thing I can't seem to do is loose weight. I'd like to try and loose weight, but prefer to have someone help me with it. I could do with extra info and monitoring.

So...what am I entitled to and where can I get help?

 

[sofaraway]

You should be able to get to see a dietician ask your GP to refer you. As a type 2 you will most likely be cared for by your GP and practice nurse as you already are, who will see you on either a 6 month or yearly basis.

http://www.dh.gov.uk/en/Publication...cationsPolicyAndGuidance/Browsable/DH_4096591

is a link to the NSF for diabetes which sets out the standards of care that each person is entitles to.