Community Education and Support Groups at
Providence Tarzana Medical Center

Education Classes

• Arthritis Foundation Exercise Class
Doctors and therapists know that moderate physical activity can improve your health without hurting your joints. This senior exercise class is made available by the Arthritis Foundation, in conjunction with Encore/Oasis, an older adult program. It is an exercise program designed specifically for people with arthritis that uses gentle activities to:

• help increase joint flexibility and range of motion
• help maintain muscle strength.

Time & Location: Tuesdays, 8:45 - 9:45 a.m., Providence  Tarzana Medical Center - Auditorium.

For more information or to RSVP please call (818) 710-4163.

In this comprehensive 4-part series (10 hours total), participants receive important information and training in the skills needed for living with diabetes. 

Time: Tuesday morning or Tuesday evening classes are available depending on the month.  Please call for more info. 

For more information or to RSVP please call (818) 345-8955.

This class covers more in depth nutrition information. A knowledge of basic diabetes care is necessary to benefit from this class.

Time: Fridays, 9:30 a.m.

For more information or to RSVP please call (818) 345-8955.

This 3-hour class covers the basics of good diabetes care, including:

• What is diabetes?
• What are the effects of diet, activity, medication and stress on blood sugar levels? - Testing your own blood sugar
• Preventing acute complications
• The importance of good foot care
• Nutrition-healthy eating guidelines and understanding the food guide pyramid
• Community resources that are available
• Blood glucose meter training (when needed)
• Insulin administration instruction (when needed)

Fee: Most insurance will pay for this program with physician referral.

Time: Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

For more information or to RSVP please call (818) 345-8955.

Women with gestational diabetes, Type 1 or Type 2 will receive extensive eduation about delivering a healthy baby.

Time: Thursdays, 9:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m. (English). Spanish language classes are available by appointment only.

For more information or to RSVP please call (818) 345-8955.

This session is offered to individuals on insulin who wish to improve overall blood sugar control through insulin adjustment based upon carbohydrate intake.

Time: These sessions are available by appointment only. 
Additional one-on-one appointments are available based upon the individual needs of the patient. 

For more information or to make an appointment please call
(818) 345-8955.

• Diabetes Support Group
Come meet with a support group to share your experiences, feelings and thought about diabetes. This group is facilitated by educators of the Diabetes Care Center and will help:

• People with diabetes and their families members
• Increase understanding of diabetes
• Recognize and remove "road blocks" that prevent better control
• Provide skills to cope with every day life

Time & Location: Fourth Wednesday of each month,
7 - 8:30 p.m.  Diabetes Care Center, 18344 Clark Street, 
Suite 210, Tarzana

For more information or to RSVP please call (818) 345-8955.

This support group is for all those who are using an insulin pump or who are interested in insulin pump therapy.
This group shares knowledge, experiences and concerns at a very practical level. Strength and hope are gained from sharing stories and learning from one another.

Time & Location:Last Thursday of each month, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Providence Tarzana Medical Center, North Conf. Rm. 3.

For more information or to RSVP please call Harvey Cohen at (818) 907-7092.

A support group for families dealing with miscarriage, medical termination of pregnancy, stillborn loss and newborn loss issues. 

Time: Call for time. 

Please call the Women's Resource Center at (818) 609-2280 for more information or to RSVP.

Time: For more information or to RSVP please call Virginia Powell at (818) 995-7378.

For more information or to RSVP please call Marianna at
(310) 614-7951.