Diabetic Foot/Shoes Outreach Project

 

Please note that this project has been extended until December 31, 2024. To get involved, please read the information below.

 

October 31, 2024 Update:  A total of 1,541 pairs of shoes/socks/inserts have been donated so far. Total amount spent so far: $132,310. Our goal is to donate 535 more pairs of shoes. There is approximately $47,665 left to spend on this project. Read feedback from diabetic shoe recipients HERE.

         
  

The Florida Podiatric Medical Society (FPMS), through a funding initiative request care of the Florida Senate and House of Representatives, instituted a diabetic shoe awareness program for fiscal year 2023 - 2024. The primary goal of the diabetic shoe awareness program is to provide education to the public on the importance of diabetic foot care and provide diabetic shoes and socks to Florida's most vulnerable residents. The program will prioritize the elderly, people with poor physical health, individuals who are economically disadvantaged, and the physically disabled.

Diabetic shoes help prevent strain, ulcerations, and calluses on the feet. This unique program will directly address issues that lead to further complications to the medical system.

DSR Consulting & Management, LLC is assisting FPMA with this project.

FPMA is seeking healthcare clinics, podiatrists, and diabetes program managers to assist with diabetic shoe distribution. Should you have patients that qualify and you wish to participate, please complete the provider survey at the following link: https://solecareoutreach.com/join-the-network

Please Note: Individuals must have a diagnosis of Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes and live in one of the following 29 Florida counties to be eligible to participate in the Diabetic Foot/Shoes Outreach Project:

Baker	Bradford	Calhoun	Columbia	DeSoto	Dixie	Franklin	Gilchrist	Glades	Gulf
Hamilton	Hardee	Hendry	Holmes	Jackson	Jefferson	Lafayette	Levy	Liberty	Madison
Monroe	Nassau	Okeechobee	Putnam	Suwannee	Taylor	Union	Wakulla	Washington

     

 

Podiatric Physicians: Please Contact Us to Join the Network

 

Links to Additional Information/Marketing Materials

• Article from Spring 2023 Issue of FPMA Footprints Magazine Announcing Project
• Step Into Comfort: Free Diabetic Footwear Program (information for potential program participants)
• Flyers for Potential Program Participants
• Diabetic Foot Disease Prevention Flyer
• Attention Medical Providers: Sign up to participate in the Diabetic Footwear Distribution Program
• Join Florida's Free Diabetic Footwear Distribution Program! (physicians sign up to assist)