Healthy Living Center Spring 2016 Newsletter | Page 2

HE ALTHY LIVING CENTER CLASS DESCRIPTIONS The following descriptions are organized alphabetically by category and name so you can easily find what interests you. The majority of these programs are available for free to anyone in the community, including Mount Carmel colleagues, partners, volunteers, patients and families. Free parking and bus passes are also available. CAN CE R S E RV I C ES Cooking Class This hands on cooking series is organized in partnership with Local Matters and offers cancer survivors and those currently going through treatment an opportunity to experiment healthier cooking in a fun atmosphere. Space is limited. Registration required. Please call Maria Ramos at 614-234-4356. Date: April 6 Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm Images for Women Mount Carmel Images for Women offers fashionable, high-quality lingerie, swimwear, prostheses and breast enhancers; plus, informational resources to answer the questions and serve the unique needs of women dealing with breast cancer. Dates and time may vary. Appointment required. To learn more, call 614-234-7460. Movement Variety Class for Cancer Survivors This class, organized by Mount Carmel Survivorship Services, is designed to get your heart rate up and to have fun. Classes will feature different movement combinations from Yoga and Pilates to core strength and light strength training. To learn more, call Gina Crooks at 614-383-6256. Dates: February 25, March 10, March 24, April 14, April 28 Time: 2:00pm-3:00pm CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION Breastfeeding Support Join one of our certified lactation counselors as she offers new mothers a chance to learn, ask questions, get good advice and share your experience with other moms in a private, nurturing environment. Breastfeeding babies are welcome. Registration is not required. Call 614-234-MILK (6455) for more information. Free telephone help line: 614-234-MILK (6455). Dates: Fridays, February 19-April 29 Time: 11:00am-12:00pm Little Miracles Maternity Tours Take this tour four weeks before your due date so you’ll be ready when the big day arrives. You’ll tour labor and delivery, mother and/baby postpartum and nursey areas and get an overview of what to expect when you come to the hospital. Suggested for couples not participating in Mount Carmel’s Childbirth Education classes. Registration is required. Call 614-898-MOMS (6667). Dates and times vary. Moms2B Moms2B is a weekly prenatal education program in partnership with The Ohio State University. You will have the chance to learn how to have a healthy baby and pregnancy, talk with healthcare professionals, and make new friends! You will also enjoy a healthy meal every week. We offer moms the support they need to have a healthy baby and pregnancy, good food, friendships, child care and a small gift card for your time. Registration NOT required. Walk-ins are welcome. Call Jamie Sager at 614-307-3348 for more information. Dates: Thursdays, February 18-April 28 Time: 11:00am-1:00pm COMMUNIT Y MEETINGS Community Friendship Program The Friends’ Program provides an opportunity for recently housed persons who have experienced homelessness to share, connect and build relationships with interested persons in the community. The program also provides a framework to develop social support, provide connections to community resources and assist in acclimating into housed living. Registration is NOT required. Call Abra Campbell at 614.832.3736 to learn more. Dates: February 23, March 22, April 26 Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm Franklinton Area Commissioners Meeting Franklinton Area Commissioners meet to address various issues. Open to Franklinton Residents. Registration is NOT required. Call Ami Peacock at 614-234-4360 to learn more or by email at [email protected]. Dates: March 8, April 12 Time: 6:30pm–8:00pm Franklinton Historical Society Meeting Franklinton Historical Society meets to provide local history programs for the public on various topics. This meeting is, open to the public. Registration is NOT required. Call Maria Ramos at 614-234-4356 to learn more. Dates: February 17, March 16, April 20 Time: 6:30pm–8:00pm Transportation Advocacy Meeting The Center for Disability Empowerment is holding a Transportation Advocacy meeting that is open to the public. No registration required. Dates: February 3, March 9, April 27 Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm