Faith Regional Health Services | living WELL | Fall 2019

14 FAITH REGIONAL HEALTH SERVICES To register or find more information about the following classes and events, including specific schedules, visit frhs.org/classes-and-events or call Faith Regional University at 402-644-7347 unless otherwise noted. Classes Hassle-free registration! Just visit us online at frhs.org/classes-and-events . Calendar BREASTFEEDING EDUCATION Nov. 20, Dec. 18 7 to 9 p.m. | Norfolk Room | $30 Successful breastfeeding is best achieved by preparation, determination and support. This class prepares you for the unique experience between a mother and her newborn by teaching the techniques of a comfortable latch. Registration is required. CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION Dec. 7 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Norfolk Room | $50 Learn the stages of labor and comfort measures to manage the labor process, including controlled breathing, relaxation, positioning and mental techniques. Registration is required. FREEDOM FROM SMOKING Jan. 6 through Feb. 17 or March 10 through April 21 | 5:30 to 7 p.m. | Faith Regional Health Services | $100 Participate in a step-by-step plan designed to help smokers gain control over their behavior and quit smoking. Participants are encouraged to work on the process and problems of quitting, both individually and as part of a group. Class meets weekly. Registration is required. A TIME TO HEAL: ALL SURVIVORS 12-week series, starting next spring 4 to 6:30 p.m. | Faith Regional This 12-week educational program helps individuals regain physical, emotional, intellectual, psychological and spiritual health after undergoing treatments for cancer. Classes are targeted at caregivers and cancer survivors who have completed their primary cancer treatments. Class is limited to 20. To learn more and to register, call 402-644-7396 . Events TIES AND TIARAS Dec. 8 | 2 to 5 p.m. | Divots DeVent Center In advance: $20 per adult/child ticket; $5 each additional person At the door: $30 per adult/child ticket; $5 each additional person Enjoy dancing, a candy station, photo booth, games, crafts, raffle, silent auction and a special visit from Santa Claus. Children can enjoy this fun event in their holiday attire and must be accompanied by a parent, grandparent or other parental figure. For more information, contact the Foundation at 402-644-7302 . FOR THE GIRLS Proceeds benefit the fight against breast cancer in Northeast Nebraska. For more information, visit norfolkforthegirls.org . CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY SEAT INSPECTIONS First Tuesday of each month | 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. | Norfolk GM Auto Center | Free Third Tuesday of each month | 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. | Norfolk Fire Division | Free To inquire about the availability of a support group, visit frhs.org and click on “Education & Resources” or call Faith Regional’s Health Resource Center at 402-644-7347 . BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP Every Wednesday | 11 a.m. to noon Madison Room Education on topics for breastfeeding mothers. STROKE SUPPORT GROUP Nov. 12, Dec. 10, Jan. 14, Feb. 11, March 10 4:30 to 6 p.m. | Nebraska Room Education on topics affecting daily life after a stroke for stroke survivors and their family members or caregivers in a supportive environment. DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP Jan. 8, March 4 | 4 to 5 p.m. | Madison Room Education on meal planning, physical activity, blood glucose monitoring, medication management and prevention of long-term complications for those who have been diagnosed with diabetes and their family members or caregivers. Support Groups Volunteer Events All event proceeds benefit Faith Regional and Volunteer Services. HOLIDAY GIFT BOUTIQUE Nov. 13 | 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. | Nebraska Room Nov. 14 | 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. | Nebraska Room HOLIDAY BAKE SALE Nov. 14 | 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Nebraska Room SEMI-ANNUAL COLLECTIVE GOODS & BOOK FAIR Dec. 12 | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Nebraska Room Don’t miss Mad Wednesday Sales at the Gift Box. Email croberts@frhs.org to be added to the promotional email list. Our focus at Faith Regional Health Services is on you and your family’s health. Check out the many opportunities to improve and preserve your health and the health of those you love.