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 EVENTS: February 2003
Contact: Misty Nix, (706) 475-2293; FAX (706) 475-6754; mnix@armc.org AARP Driver Education This 2-day class reviews rules of the road, deals with accident prevention and normal age-related changes that affect driving ability. Graduates may be eligible for auto insurance premium reduction. Advance registration and a fee of $10 payable to AARP are required. Offered February 22 and March 1 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. both days. Call ARMC's Health Education at 475-5620 for more information and to register. ARMC First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation This First Aid and Heartsaver CPR Course will be offered on Saturday, February 15 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Participants will receive a two-year National Safety Council/American Heart Association certification card at end of the course. Registration required. The cost of the class is $60 per person. Call ARMC's Health Education at 475-5620 for more information. My Choice A program on food, fitness and fun for middle school age youth and their families. The cost of the program is $75 for all 10 sessions. Offered Tuesdays, February 4 - April 8 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information and to register, call ARMC's Regional Health Education at 475-5620. Cardiac Rehabilitation Program This program provides structured services for individuals who have cardiac disease or a recent cardiac event. The goal of Cardiac Rehab is to enable to individual to return to their normal activities as soon as possible and to prevent a recurrence of illness. A doctor's order is required. Individualized programs are designed for participants and include monitored exercise, activity and education. Call 475-5960 for more information. Nutrition Counseling Services Meet with a registered dietitian for individualized nutrition recommendations. No referral is necessary, by appointment only. The cost is $25 for initial visit and $15 for follow-up. Call Jennifer Burnell at 475-2252 for more information or call ARMC's Nutritional Services at 475-3686 to schedule an appointment. PARENT CHILD PROGRAMS* Classes are designed for expectant mothers and father/support persons. Those who plan to deliver at Athens Regional Medical Center may attend classes at no charge. (Exceptions: Big Kids & Babies - $10 per child, Infant Safety & CPR - $10 per person or $15 per couple and Prenatal Yoga - $40 per month). Call ARMC's Health Education at 475-5620 for reservations and more information. Breastfeeding: A Bond of Love Athens Regional Medical Center offers a class highlighting the benefits of breastfeeding; learning about and preparing to breastfeed; and trouble-shooting. The class is free for those delivering at Athens Regional Medical Center and $20 otherwise. Offered Wednesday, February 26 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call ARMC's Health Education at 475-5620 for more information and to register. Breastfeeding and Working Athens Regional Medical Center offers a class for mothers planning to return to work or school and who wish to continue breastfeeding. The class will cover planning, schedules, breast pumps and pumping. The class is free for those delivering at ARMC and $20 otherwise. Offered Thursday, February 6 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call ARMC's Health Education at 475-5620 for more information. Childbirth Refresher Athens Regional Medical Center offers a class for couples with previous childbirth experience and reviews information and skills used in prepared childbirth. The class is free for those delivering at Athens Regional Medical Center and $20 otherwise. Offered Wednesday, February 19 from 6 - 9:30 p.m. Call ARMC's Health Education at 475-5620 for more information and to register. Infant Safety and CPR Athens Regional Medical Center offers a course that covers basic safety and injury prevention for infants (birth to one year). Infant CPR, including conscious and unconscious choking, is included. The cost is $10 per person or $15 per couple. Offered Wednesday, February 12 from 6 - 9:30 p.m. Call ARMC's Health Education at 475-5620 for more information and to register. Special Delivery Athens Regional Medical Center offers a six-week course that covers childbirth preparation, newborn care and post-partum adjustment. The class is free for those delivering at Athens Regional Medical Center and $60 otherwise. Offered Mondays, February 3-March 10 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. OR Tuesdays, February 4-March 11 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call ARMC's Health Education at 475-5620 for more information and to register. Just For Dads This class is taught by dads, for dads and will cover childbirth, newborn care and what to expect the first few weeks from a father's perspective. Held the 5th class of 6-week Special Delivery series, the next classes are offered Monday, February 3 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. OR Tuesday, February 4 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Call ARMC's Health Education at 475-5620 for more information and to register. Prenatal Yoga Athens Regional Medical Center offers a four-week series of classes that begin the first Thursday of each month. Classes will help mom calm and focus her mind; decrease discomforts of pregnancy; increase energy; strengthen back, abdominal and pelvic muscles; and increase focus during labor and delivery. For more information and to pre-register, call Judy Spears, instructor, at (706) 548-3625. * Scholarships available for all classes LORAN SMITH CENTER FOR CANCER SUPPORT OF ATHENS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER All programs are provided free of charge. For more information, call (706) 475-4900. Leukemia, Lymphoma & Multiple Myeloma Support Group The Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support offers a special group for people with blood-borne cancers. A time to share experiences, help newly diagnosed patients navigate the system, and provide support and information to one another. Groups include everyone from recently diagnosed to long-term Bone Marrow Transplant survivors. Offered the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 7-8:30 p.m. Contact the Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support at 475-4900 for more information. Breast Cancer Networking Group This discussion group, specifically for women with breast cancer, meets the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support. Susan Nemetz, RN, BSN, and Lauren Richards, LMSW, are the facilitators. For more information, contact the Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support at 475-4900. Coming to Grips with Chronic Illness The Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support offers a support group open to anyone with any chronic condition. Offered the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 10-11 a.m., Lauren Richards, LMSW, is the facilitator. Those interested in more information should call the Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support at 475-4900. Facing Cancer with Love and Laughter Support Group The Loran Smith Center of Cancer Support offers a general support group for patients, family and friends that meets twice a month. Offered the 1st Thursday of each month from 7-8:30 p.m. and the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Contact The Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support at 475-4900 for more information. Meeting the Challenge When Cancer Recurs The Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support offers a support group for patients and family members experiencing recurrent or metastatic cancer. Offered the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 11 a.m., Mona Mercardante, LCSW, is the facilitator. Those interested in more information should call the Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support at 475-4900. Ovarian Cancer Chat Group This monthly discussion group for women managing a diagnosis of ovarian cancer is offered the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 1 - 2:30 p.m. Facilitated by Susan Nemetz, RN, BSN, contact the Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support at 475-4900 for more information. CO-OP (Children of Oncology Patients) Program Athens Regional Medical Center's Loran Smith Center for Cancer Supports offers a program for any child between the ages of 5-18 who has a parent/grandparent with cancer. Offered Thursday, February 6 from 7-8:30 p.m. AND Friday, February 7 from 4:30-6 p.m. (please attend both sessions). Contact the Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support at 475-4900 for more information. Quality of Life Series The Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support offers a series of one-hour programs for individuals going through cancer treatment that addresses the side effects associated with treatment. Every program is free of charge and is open to any interested cancer patients or family members. Topics include Nutrition and Cancer Treatment, Pain Management, and Managing Fatigue. Offered the 1st Wednesday of each month at 11:00 a.m. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call the Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support at 475-4900. Look Good ...Feel Better The Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support offers a free makeup, skin care, hair care program for ladies currently going through chemotherapy or radiation treatment (or ladies that are just finishing this treatment). For more information and to register, contact the Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support at 475-4900. Reiki Reiki (pronounced "ray-kee") is a 3000 year old healing art, which originated in Tibet and Japan. It is a form of touch therapy that is spiritually based. Bobby Tyler, Reiki Master will be facilitating. Call the Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support at 475-4900 for more information and to make an appointment. DIABETES EDUCATION Athens Regional Medical Center's Diabetes Education Service has been awarded recognition by the American Diabetes Association in accordance with the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education programs. For more information and appointments, call (706) 475-5600. JDRF Meeting The Northeast Georgia Branch of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) is hosting a family meeting on Saturday, February 1 from 2-4 p.m. in the Medical Services Building. Anyone interested is welcome to attend. Please call ARMC's Diabetes Education Services at 475-5600 for more information and to register. ABC's of Diabetes Athens Regional Medical Center offers single topic lectures that cover various aspects of diabetes self-management and healthy living. You don't have to have diabetes to attend. Heart to Heart - Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease will be offered Tuesday, February 4 at 5:30 p.m.; and Grocery Store Tour will be offered Thursday, February 6 at 5:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required. The cost is $5 per person. Please contact Athens Regional Medical Center's Diabetes Education department at 475-5600 for more information and to register. Diabetes Consultation Individual consultation with a Diabetes Educator for problem-solving and support is offered by Athens Regional Medical Center by appointment. Call 475-5600 for more information and to schedule an appointment. Diabetes Outpatient Program This comprehensive educational program includes individual consultation plus complete self-management skills training classes. Foot and eye screenings are available to participants. Included in the outpatient program is an eight-week introductory exercise class. Participants will be required to check their own blood sugar before and after each exercise session. These sessions are offered Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays from 9-10 a.m. and Mondays and Thursdays from 5-6 p.m. A physician's order will be required. Pre-registration is required for all aspects of the Diabetes Outpatient Program. Call 475-5600 for more information and to register. Diabetes Support Group Athens Regional Medical Center offers a support group for people with diabetes and their caregivers. The next meeting's topic will be Heart Healthy Living with speaker Susie Smith, RN, BSN, CDE. The next meeting will be held on Monday, February 3 at 6:30 p.m. Call ARMC's Diabetes Education Services at 475-5600 for more information. Healthy Habits . . . for a Lifetime Athens Regional Medical Center offers a program designed for people diagnosed with pre-diabetes or for those who are at risk for developing diabetes. The focus is on developing healthy eating and exercise habits to promote weight loss and weight management for a lifetime of good health. A physician's order is required. Please call ARMC's Diabetes Education Services at 475-5600 for more information. Insulin Pump Support Group Athens Regional offers this free support group for current insulin pump users and future pump users. The group provides support for insulin pump users, an opportunity to discuss diabetes issues with people who share concerns; education about insulin pumping and related topics; and guest speakers to keep members up-to-date on the latest developments concerning diabetes. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 11 at 7 p.m. in the Diabetes Education Services Classroom. Those interested should call 475-5600 for more information and to register. MIND BODY INSTITUTE OF ATHENS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER For more information, call (706)475-7330. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction: A Meditation Workshop This eight-week workshop teaches how to reduce stress while cultivating balance, peace, and clarity. Skills learned can benefit those with stress, anxiety, headaches and chronic pain. This workshop requires a strong daily commitment to meditation and relaxation. This course compliments any medical treatments you may be currently receiving. The next workshop will be offered Thursdays, February 6-April 3 from 6-8:30 p.m. The cost of this workshop is $249. Contact Athens Regional's Mind Body Institute at 475-7330 for more information. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction: An All Day Meditation Retreat This all-day workshop is structured for optimal introspection and relaxation. Taking time in retreat, away from day-to-day activities, allows you to practice extended periods of meditation and can be very informative and rejuvenating. Most of the day will be spent in silence with occasional group discussions. The next workshop will be offered Saturday, February 8 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The cost of this workshop is $65. Contact Athens Regional's Mind Body Institute at 475-7330 for more information. Preparing for Surgery This class teaches skills which lead to a more comfortable and rewarding surgical experience. Psychological preparation may lead to less anxiety, stress and lead to a faster recovery with less pain. Participants will learn how to use imagery, positive self-talk, knowledge, music and spirituality to heal. Offered Monday, February 17 from 6:30-9:30 p.m., the cost is $49. Contact Athens Regional's Mind Body Institute at 475-7330 for more information Monthly Support Groups and Other Group Meetings Amputee Clinic Contact: Kim Jordan, 353-1271 Athens Brain Injury Support Group Offered: 3rd Monday at 7 p.m. Contact: Floretta Johnson, 353-1892 Athens Chapter Crohns and Colitis Support Group Offered: 4th Monday at 7 p.m. Contact: Jane Peach, 613-2305 The Breathe Club (COPD) A monthly support group for people with COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) and their loved ones and/or caregivers. Offered: 3rd Tuesday at 1 p.m. Contact: ARMC's Health Education, 475-5620 Fathers are Parents, Too Offered: 1st Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Contact: Bill Ryland, 310-0675 Laryngectomy Support Group A support group for people who have laryngeal cancer. Offered: 2nd Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Contact: Marianna Wright, 354-3511 Lupus Support Group An organization for those diagnosed with lupus and their support network. Meetings are free and open to family members, friends and professionals in the health care field. Offered: 2nd Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Contact: ARMC's Health Education, 475-5620 Ostomy Support Group A support group for people with an ostomy. Offered: 2nd Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Contact: Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support, 475-4900 Prostate Cancer Support Group A monthly discussion group for men with prostate cancer. Offered: 2nd Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in Medical Services Building rooms B&F Contact: Henry Benner at 543-0402 or Charlie Barron at 543-5602 Sabbath Group A discussion group for oncology nurses and social workers. Offered: 3rd Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. Contact: Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support, 475-4900 Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous and Al-Anon meet at various times each week. For more information, call 475-5797. Also, the Alcohol/Drug Information Line can be reached 24-hours a day at 1-800-646-1155. Information also is available at www.thecommencementcenter.com |
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