MaineGeneral Medical Center contracted with the Maine Center for Public Health (MCPH) to assist with local evaluation efforts related to the Move More Diabetes Project. MCPH was responsible for working with program staff to evaluate the Lay Health Educator component of the program through the use of new and existing tracking systems.

The Move More Diabetes Project is part of the Kennebec Valley Diabetes Care Initiative aimed at reducing diabetes incidence and mortality. The target population for this project is adults aged 30-70 living in the Kennebec Valley region with type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes and who are currently "somewhat physically active," but who do not routinely exercise 150 minutes per week. Lay Health Educators (LHEs) are a vital component of this project and their role involves providing referrals and support to program participants.