Cardiac Rehab Monthly Luncheon
Open to Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab patients and their families, this luncheon is an opportunity for patients to eat lunch together and visit. A $7 fee is required for the catered luncheon.
Time: 12:00 pm. - 1:30 pm.
Location: Heart Center Conference Room
Date: Second Friday of each month
For more information please call the Cardiopulmonary Rehab office at 261-3664.
A Unique Educational/Support Group for Patients and Their Family Members
The Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Group
The introduction of implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) led to a revolution in the treatment of people with potentially life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias. Research and clinical experience demonstrate that ICDs save lives and have a positive effect on quality of life; however,
people with ICD and their loved ones must cope with the challenges of recovering from and adjusting to life after ICD implantation.
Providence Alaska Medical Center is sensitive to these challenges and has established an ICD education/support group that meets twice a year. Facilitated by a Registered Nurse, the ICD Education/Support Group creates an environment that offers moral support and problem solving, as well as education and information sharing. Lectures provided by a team of Providence professionals such as an exercise physiologist, dietitian, pharmacist, and social worker include information on the
following topics:
— Exercise and Heart Disease
— Heart Smart Eating
— Cardiac Medications
— Psycho-Social issues
— Spiritual Concerns
— Travel to Your ICD
For class dates and times, more information, please call the Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation office at 261-3664.
Diabetes Support Group
Few diseases call for as much self-care as diabetes. With current information and new skills, you can improve your ability to manage your diabetes. The Diabetes Support Group features a speaker each month presenting information on a wide range of topics relevant to living with diabetes. There is no charge for this support group, and it is open to all patients with diabetes. For more information, please call Ellen Vickrey at (907) 677-2424, or the American Diabetes Association, Alaska Chapter, at 272-1424.
Time: 7:00 pm. - 9:00 pm.
Date: Second Tuesday of each month
Location: United Way Building located at 1057 West Fireweed Lane
Pulmonary Rehab Monthly Potluck
Open to Pulmonary Rehab patients and their families, this potluck features a different speaker every month presenting a topic related to lung disease. Patients are invited to bring a dish to share; we provide the paper products. Patients can also use our oxygen while attending the potluck. For more information, please call the Cardiopulmonary Rehab office at 261-3664.
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