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Health & Wellness

First Aid

American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR / AED
Whether you have a duty to respond to a cardiac emergency because of job responsibilities or if you have the desire to learn the techniques of CPR and the use of an AED- this course is for you. This instructorled course teaches adult, child, and infant CPR / AED, as well as choking management. American Heart Association certification lasts two years. The general public and anyone interested in learning CPR may take this class. This course is not intended for healthcare providers. ◗ Oct 27 | T | 5:30-8:30 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 99 | Staff Dev Ctr AL-B501-F1 | Emergency Outfitters
Overdose Response Training
Learn how to save a life with naloxone! After taking the Steve Rummler HOPE Network naloxone training, you’ ll learn key info on opioids and current data on the opioid crisis, how to recognize signs of an opioid overdose, what naloxone is and how it works to reverse an opioid overdose, the action steps when responding to an overdose and how to administer naloxone, protections provided by Steve’ s Law, and where and how to get naloxone. Each participant will go home with a free Nasal Naloxone Kit. Although this is a free course, registration is required. ◗ Sep 23 | W | 6:30-7:30 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 0 | Staff Dev Ctr AL-B502-F1 | SRHN
◗ Dec 8 | T | 6:30-7:30 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 0 | Staff Dev Ctr AL-B502-F1 | SRHN
Stop the Bleed: Bleeding Control Basics Course
Traumatic injuries are often sudden and unexpected. They can occur due to falls, accidents, and intentional violence. Stop the Bleed is a program designed to empower bystanders to act quickly and save lives. During this class, you will learn three bleeding control techniques including direct pressure, wound packing, and tourniquet application. No prior medical training required. This class is for those 18 and over. Although this is a free course, registration is required. ◗ Sep 30 | W | 6:30-8 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 0 | Staff Dev Ctr AL-B503-F1 | Mercy Hospital

Mind & Soul

Dealing With Grief & Loss
The experiences of grief and loss encompass many things in life, such as death of a loved one, unexpected ending of a relationship, retirement, death of a pet, empty nest syndrome, or life changing illness. All of these things are very difficult for most people to deal with, mostly because they are not prepared to do so when the situation arises. Common results are shock, confusion, isolation, anger, and depression. This class is designed to be an informative and supportive workshop to help gain coping skills. We will discuss options to process, effectively cope with, and improve general well-being through this difficult process. ◗ Oct 28 | W | 6:30-7:45 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 19 | Online AL-B524-F1 | Ernst 1
NEW | Rejuvenating Your Brain: Improve Cognitive Function
Current research shows lifestyle and diet have a big effect on how the brain ages. Cognitive function, which covers all aspects of perceiving, thinking, and reasoning, can improve. And the very good news is no matter what your age, there are things you can begin to do today to improve how quickly and effectively brain cells communicate with each other. We’ ll discuss which‘ superfoods’ reduce the damaging effects of toxins and inflammation on the brain and which nutrients are great for memory, attention, processing information, and reducing stress. You’ ll learn simple, easy strategies to help your brain stay healthy and alert. ◗ Sep 28 | M | 6-7:30 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 35 | Online AL-B556-F1 | Novak 1
Understanding & Improving Mental Health
Everybody has some good mental health days and challenging mental health days. For many people, the challenging days outnumber the good days, or the challenging days are just completely overwhelming. This class is designed to be an informative and supportive workshop to help gain coping skills. We will discuss options to help process, and manage common troubling mental health concerns like depression, anxiety, phobias, shyness, obsessive compulsive disorder, addiction and dependency. Significant others and family are welcome to attend to better support people they care about. ◗ Nov 4 | W | 6:30-7:45 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 19 | Online AL-B537-F1 | Ernst 1
Shinrin Yoku: Forest Bathing
Experience an ancient wellness practice being rediscovered anew in the 21st century. Join us on an immersive, meditative, and aweinspiring Japanese forest bathing experience( Shinrin Yoku). Feel how nature’ s fractals, sounds, and sensations reduce your stress and anxiety, and enhance your focus. Give yourself permission to slow down and connect your senses to the healing beauty of our metro area’ s green forested spaces. Leave your phone behind and rekindle your connection with the natural world and yourself. Share your observations and insights with fellow participants, creating lasting memories and a sense of community. ◗ Sep 19 | Sa | 9-11 am 1 Session | Fee: $ 45 | Off-Site AL-B535-F1 | Motzenbecker
◗ Oct 17 | Sa | 9:30-11:30 am 1 Session | Fee: $ 45 | Off-Site AL-B535-F2 | Motzenbecker
◗ Nov 14 | Sa | 9:30-11:30 am 1 Session | Fee: $ 45 | Off-Site AL-B535-F3 | Motzenbecker
Meditative Sound Bath
Crystal singing bowls are supportive in achieving well-being in the mind, body, and soul. The vibrational frequencies of sound healing instruments have the ability to move through skin, fluid and bones of the body. Benefits may include a full body relaxation and recalibration. Be ready to restore and heal in this receptive 60-minute session. Dress comfortably and bring a mat, water bottle, a cozy blanket, and a pillow, and come experience the sound waves. ◗ Sep 28 | M | 6-7 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 35 | Sandburg HS AL-B526-F1 | Warren
◗ Oct 19 | M | 6-7 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 35 | Sandburg HS AL-B526-F2 | Warren
◗ Nov 16 | M | 6-7 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 35 | Sandburg HS AL-B526-F3 | Warren
◗ Dec 14 | M | 6-7 pm 1 Session | Fee: $ 35 | Sandburg HS AL-B526-F4 | Warren
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