NRMC Upcoming Events Calendar July 2010 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 2 5 6 Metabolic Research Center Weight Loss Program at NRMC 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. By Appt Only Call (913) 451-3181 7 8 9 12 Diabetic Education 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. 3rd Floor Classroom Class 2 13 Metabolic Research Center Weight Loss Program at NRMC 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. By Appt Only Call (913) 451-3181 14 Caregiver's Support & Discussion Group 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Barone Care Center 15 16 19 Diabetic Education 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. 3rd Floor Classroom Class 1 20 Metabolic Research Center Weight Loss Program at NRMC 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. By Appt Only Call (913) 451-3181 Heartsaver CPR 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. 3rd Floor Classroom La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group 6:30 p.m. 3rd Floor Classroom 21 Blood Pressure Screening 11 a.m. Vernon County Senior Center 22 23 Blood Pressure Screening 11:30 a.m. Housing Authority 26 27 Metabolic Research Center Weight Loss Program at NRMC 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. By Appt Only Call (913) 451-3181 Day Care Provider's Education "Reducing the Risk of SIDS" 6:30 p.m. Vernon County Health Department 28 29 Freedom from Smoking 12 - 1 p.m. Medical Arts Conference Room 30 CAREGIVER’S SUPPORT GROUP - Support group and discussion meeting for family members and caregivers of those with Alzheimer's Disease or related disorders. Meetings are held from 1:30-2:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month at Barone Care Center. The group's purpose will be to offer peer support, problem-solving discussions and information about local resources. Meetings are free and open to the public. For more information and directions call Barone Alzheimer's Care Center at 417-448-3999. This group is affiliated with the Alzheimer's Association, Southwest Missouri Chapter. (Respite care is not available) CHILD BIRTH CLASS - Intended for women in the last trimester of pregnancy. One-day Saturday classes are offered Free of Charge. Class meets in the NRMC 3rd Floor Classroom 9 am – 4 pm. Class includes a tour of the NRMC OB Department. Class instructor is Tracy Barman, RN. DAY CARE PROVIDER’S EDUCATION – Educational credits are offered to assist licensed day care providers obtain their required class time annually. Class is offered the fourth Monday of the month, February thru October, 6:30-8:30 pm. Class meets in the NRMC 3rd Floor Classroom. No charge to attend. DIABETIC EDUCATION – Educational class for person diagnosed with diabetes. Session lead by Darla Englebrecht, RN, Diabetic Educator. All participants must have a doctor’s referral to attend. Register by calling 448-3622. INFANT/CHILD CPR - Parents & Caregivers can learn how to perform CPR on an infant or small child. No charge to attend. Registration is required. Joanna Perkins, RN, Class instructor. FREEDOM FROM SMOKING – The American Lung Association’s Freedom from Smoking Course teaches a variety of different techniques to help individuals quit smoking. Lifestyle modification is the key to the course. A fee of $30 is charged for the class, materials included. Class is lead by Tim Wilson, Respiratory Therapy Director. HEARTSAVER CPR – American Heart Association’s CPR for the layperson. Class teaches CPR basics. $20 fee is charged for the class. Class meets in the 3rd Floor Classroom. Class instructor is Darla Englebrecht, RN. LA LECHE LEAGUE BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP - Designed for women who are currently breastfeeding or who are pregnant & want more information about breastfeeding. Support group is led by Krista Hope, Certified Le Lache League Leader. Children are welcome to attend. Group meets on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 pm in the 3rd Floor Classroom, no fee to attend. LOOK GOOD... FEEL BETTER – A free program provided by the American Cancer Society for women who are currently receiving active cancer treatment. Women learn how to deal with skin changes & hair loss. Free cosmetic kits are given to each woman. Wigs and turbans are also available free of charge. Private sessions offered by calling 448-3622. LUNCH & LEARN – Variety of health related topics are discussed and presented by a healthcare professional. If you have a topic you would like to hear about, call the Community Education department with your suggestion (417) 448-3622. SIBLING CELEBRATION - Designed for children 2-6 years. Helps children celebrate becoming a big brother or big sister. Class includes a tour of the OB department. The class meets in the Medical Arts Conference Room, free of charge. Class lead by Kee Bausch. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PROGRAMS CALL THE NRMC EDUCATION DEPARTMENT AT (417) 448-3622 OR E-MAIL kbausch@nrmchealth.com