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Sponsored by Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital
To register call Community Education (541-386-2055) or visit their website
More Providence classes (Portland area) may be found here.
 Diabetes Education Series
Course Description: If you have diabetes, you know how it can affect almost every part of your daily life. Experts say if you take control of your diabetes now, your health will improve now and into the future. Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital diabetes educators and guest speakers will help you learn how to control your diabetes through diet, exercise, stress management and medication. A three-session class series is held each month. Registration also includes a one hour private consultation. Insurance often covers the cost. Scholarships are also available. Physician referral required. For fees and registration, call PHRMH Diabetes Education at 541-387-6379.
Instructor(s): Jennifer Price, RN, CDE and Kelly Chambers, MS, RD, CDE
Location: PHRMH Education Center
Date(s): 2008
| Month |
Dates |
Time |
| Nov |
11, 13, 18, 20 |
2:00 - 4:00 pm |
Childbirth Education
Choose between a five-session "beginner" course and a two-session "refresher" class. You'll learn about prenatal care, labor and delivery breathing and relaxation, newborn care, breastfeeding, and parenting of a new baby. A free breastfeeding only class is also available.
Instructors: Lynn Brophy, Jennifer Anthony, RN, and Christina McGee
Dates, Times & Fees: call 541-387-6340 for dates, times, fees, and to register
Place: Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital Education Center
Also see our Childbirth Classes page
Do you have a sleep disorder?
Sleep apnea, insomnia and other sleep disorders can have serious side effects. Respiratory therapist Al Cady, a former sleep disorder sufferer and now the manager of Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital’s sleep clinic, will explain common sleep problems and what you or someone you care about can do to get your life back. There will be time for discussion and a tour of the sleep lab. Fee: Free
Date & Time: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008
Place: Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital Education Center
Fee: Free
Faith in Action Providence Community Caregivers training
Faith in Action Providence Community Caregivers is looking for volunteers who can help aging or disabled people remain independent and able to stay in their own homes. Volunteers are welcomed from churches, synagogues, mosques, and other communities of faith and from the community at large. With volunteer assistance, members of the community who have long-term illnesses or disabilities can maintain their independence. To register, contact Jill Rowland at 541-387-6404. Fee: Free
Date & Time: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008
Place: Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital Education Center
Fee: Free
The holiday blues - a tune up
As we head into the holiday season many of us become more stressed and depressed. Clinical psychologist Bruce Ruttenburg will explore what is commonly called “the holiday blues.” The objective is to fell less distressed and make better sense of the holiday blues. Fee: Free
Date & Time: 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2008
Place: Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital Education Center
Fee: Free
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