November is Diabetes Awareness Month: Building a Healthier Community Together

At Sunrise Enterprises, wellness isn’t just about health—it’s about connection. November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to pause and reflect on how communities can show up for one another and create spaces where health and understanding thrive.

More than 38 million Americans live with diabetes, and roughly 1 in 5 don’t know they have it. In Oregon, diabetes continues to rise, particularly among adults who face challenges accessing consistent healthcare, transportation, and nutritious food. These numbers remind us that awareness is not just about information—it’s about creating the kind of environments that make healthy living possible.

Diabetes management depends on daily balance—steady meals, movement, medication, and encouragement. Yet wellness doesn’t happen in isolation. A person’s ability to thrive is deeply influenced by the world around them—by workplaces that understand, families that adapt, and communities that care.

At Sunrise, wellness is seen as a team effort. It shows up in how we educate, encourage, and empower one another—whether that means offering healthier options at work, learning to recognize signs of low blood sugar, or simply checking in on someone’s well-being. Those small, intentional actions build compassion, and compassion is the foundation of a healthy community.

This month, let’s not only raise awareness about diabetes, but also deepen our awareness of one another. By staying informed, supporting healthier choices, and fostering understanding, we can strengthen both individual and community wellness—because when people are supported, communities thrive.