January - June 2012

Please take a moment to review the SJMC Health Community Calendar. This community publication is offered bi-annually and includes relevant healthcare information on a variety of topics.

Free CE Programs
American Heart Association - Heartsaver CPR
Health Screenings
Health Topic Seminars
Support Groups
Women’s Services
Childbirth Education & Programs
Kids’ Corner

Health Topics - Seminars & Classes

Uncharted Waters

#1719 Hospice of the Western Reserve - Sponsored by Hospice of the Western Reserve and SJMC

Often the bereaved are faced with having to make decisions in unfamiliar areas. This can become daunting during this emotionally difficult time. Hospice of the Western Reserve is offering an educational program to help you make informed decisions. Each week we will cover topics such as: Personal Finance 101, Personal Safety, Getting to Know Your Car, Dining for One and The Novice Handy Man. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

RSVP: JoDee Coulter at 440-892-6680 or 216-298-0405 ext. 1301

Training the Family Caregiver

#1720 Sponsored by Westlake Village, Home Instead and SJMC

Light refreshments served plus respite care for your loved ones is available

These workshops and discussions are designed for anyone caring for a senior loved one, be it a parent, relative or friend.
Come to one or all the workshops
January 16 – How to Provide In-Home Care
February 20 – How to Talk to Your Doctor
March 19 – Caregivers! Yes, it is About You
April 16 – Communicating as though People Really Matter
May 21 – Balancing Work While Caring for Your Senior
June 18 – Taking Care of the Entire Senior

RSVP: 440-892-4200

Empower You: Chronic Disease. Giving You the Right Tools, Equipment and Information to Give You Back the Life You Want

#1721 - VNA - Sponsored by VNA, The Gardens of Westlake and SJMC

Does your medication schedule stop you from leaving your home? Are you stressed by the medications you take every day? Do you miss activities like going to church, taking a walk, playing with your grandchildren or getting out of the house? If you answered yes to any of these questions, Empower You can help!

RSVP: 440-892-9777

CIRCLE of Hope

#1722 Sponsored by Hospice of the Western Reserve and SJMC

A six week educational support class for adults who have had a loved one die. Registration is required. Please call for more information.

RSVP: JoDee Coulter at 440-892-6680 or 216-298-0405 ext. 1301

Vitamin and Dietary Supplements

#1723 Tom Strong - Sponsored by Manor Care North/Omsted and SJMC

Lunch begins at 11:30 am and the talk will start at 12:00 pm.

Confused with all the vitamins and supplements on your drug store shelves? Do you wonder what these supplements do and which ones should you take? Medical lecturer, Tom Strong will explain what works and what doesn't to be an informed consumer.

RSVP: 440-779-6900

Making the Move

#1724 Sponsored by Devon Oaks and SJMC

Light refreshments served

Join us for a discussion with a panel of experts who have firsthand knowledge and experience with assisted living communities. Learn and ask questions to educate yourself on assisted living housing options might work best for your individual situation. Included on the panel will be a nurse practitioner, registered nurse, admissions coordinator, and family members of individuals currently living in an assisted living environment.

RSVP: Carrie Zdilla at 440-250-2300

Care for the Caregiver

#1725 Nadine Godfrey, RN, VNA - Sponsored by Avon Senior Center, VNA and SJMC

This is an overview of the stressors that affect caregivers and how they can cope with these stressors.

RSVP: 440-934-2417

Men's Health

#1726 Tom Strong - Sponsored by Manor Care/North Omsted and SJMC

Lunch begins at 11:30 am and the talk will start at 12:00 pm.

Join us for an informative talk on enlarged prostate (causing frequent urination) and prostatitis. Also, prevention guidelines and treatments for prostate cancer will be discussed. (Ladies also welcome)

RSVP: 440-779-6900

Caring for the Caregiver

#1727 Panelists will include a medical expert in the field of dementia, an attorney who specializes in elder law and a representative from the Alzheimer's Association

Dinner begins at 6:00 pm and the presentation will start at 6:30 pm.

This program will feature a panel of experts that will provide answers to your questions about: Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, legal and financial issues when diagnosed with some form of dementia and where to go for information and support.

RSVP: 440-333-5401

Medication Safety for Seniors

#1728 Crossroads Hospice - Sponsored by Crossroads Hospice, St. Mary of the Woods and SJMC

Taking a proactive role in your health is something we all need to do. This informational session is designed to help seniors become a more educated consumer with regard to medication. Topics discussed will be types of medications (both prescription and over the counter), possible interactions (with other medications and food), as well as many other tips that are helpful for today's senior in managing their health.

RSVP: 440-937-2701

Alzheimer's Disease: What You Need to Know

#1729 Alzheimer Association Educator - Sponsored by Alzheimer's Association, Dwyer Memorial Senior Center and SJMC

Light refreshments begin at 1:00 pm and the talk will start at 1:30 pm.

This presentation provides an overview of the disease and talks about the changes that occur in the brain, comparing normal age-related memory loss to Alzheimer's-related memory loss. Learn how to live a brain-healthy lifestyle; and how the Alzheimer's Association can help.

RSVP: 440-937-2701

Successful Aging: The Four Components of Aging Successfully

#1730 Jerry Gadd, Eliza Jennings Senior Care Network

Light refreshments served

Based on the book "Successful Aging" by Dr. Robert Kahn, this program discusses the four common components of successful aging and how to incorporate these factors into your own life. The program talks about the intellectual, spiritual, physical and social aspects of aging and how each of these factors can impact how we age.

RSVP: 440-250-2300

Polypharmacy in Elderly Patients

#1731 Ron Heitz, RPh, SJMC Pharmacy Clinical Manager

Light refreshments served

Polypharmacy, the use of multiple medications, may be associated with increased risk of adverse drug interactions, medication errors, inappropriate drug use and healthcare costs. The prevalence of polypharmacy has been reported to increase with patient age. A pharmacist will discuss strategies to reduce risks associated with polypharmacy.

RSVP: 440-892-4200

Emergency Senior Kit

#1732 Home Instead - Sponsored by Home Instead, Avon Lake Senior Center and SJMC

Light refreshments served

An emergency can happen at any time. When it does, many family caregivers do not have the information they need to help their loved one. Home Instead Senior Care worked with Humana Points of Caregiving to develop a toolkit with a variety of resources at your fingertips in case of an emergency. The toolkit is designed so family caregivers can have ready access to such information as doctors, pharmacy and insurance company, medication and dosage details, as well as allergies and other important documents. Get a free kit and other valuable information.

RSVP: 440-930-4135

Alzheimer's Disease: Home Management Techniques

#1733 Nadine Godfrey, RN, VNA - Sponsored by VNA, Avon Senior Center and SJMC

Light refreshments served

This program will discuss disease progression, pharmacological treatment and safety interventions

RSVP: 440-934-2417

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Balance Topics - Seminars & Classes

Whether it's performing athletic activities, putting on shoes, or simply getting out of a chair, just about everything we do requires balance control. That is why balance problems can have such a profound impact on our daily lives. This talk discusses common reasons for balance problems and gives the participants tips on how to take action to correct balance difficulties.

Keep your Balance: Reduce Falls

#1734 Provided by St. John Medical Center Rehabilitation Services

RSVP: 877-597-6348

Community Talks

RSVP: 440-934-9622

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RSVP: 440-930-4135

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RSVP: 440-333-6600

RSVP: 440-937-2701

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Cardiovascular Topics - Seminars & Classes

What is Your Risk of Having a Heart Attack and What Can You Do About It!

#1735 Deb Recko, RN, Supervisor, SJMC Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab - Sponsored by The Northridge Apartments and SJMC

We know that heart disease is our number one killer in America and most of us have at least one risk factor. This presentation will review the risk factors for heart disease and current recommendations to modify them. BP screening to follow talk.

RSVP: 877-597-6348

What is my Risk for Heart Attack?

#1736 Deb Recko, RN, Supervisor, SJMC Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab - Sponsored by Avon Lake Senior Center and SJMC

Heart disease is the number one killer of both men and women in America. Learn what your risk factors are—both the ones you can change and the ones that you can't, and most importantly, what you can do to reduce your risk.

RSVP: 440-930-4135

Stroke: What is Your Risk?

#1737 Ellen Rogers, RN, BSN, MBA, SJMC Stroke Coordinator - Sponsored by Life Care Center of Westlake and SJMC

Light refreshments begin at 5:00 pm and the talk will start at 5:30 pm.

Our risk for stroke increases as we age. Learn what your risk factors are and what you can do to reduce your risk. We will also discuss signs, symptoms and current treatment.

RSVP: 440-871-3030

Lifestyle Changes to Prevent Stroke

#1738 Ellen Rogers, RN, BSN, MBA, SJMC Stroke Coordinator - Sponsored by Manor Care and SJMC

Light refreshments begin at 5:00 pm and the talk will start at 5:30 pm.

Stroke is still the third cause of death and a leading cause of serious, long-term disability in America. You can achieve plenty of ways to protect your heart and blood vessels even if you have had a stroke. Come to this enlightening talk and learn ways to decrease your chance of having a brain attack.

RSVP: 440-779-6900

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Diabetes Topics - Seminars & Classes

Working together to improve the wellness of people with diabetes and prevent diabetes in those at risk.

Our Outpatient Diabetes Education Program has earned prestigious recognition by the American Diabetes Association for excellence in meeting national standards and providing high quality diabetes education.

Group education classes are considered the best setting to learn most of what you need to know to manage diabetes. One-on-one education is available for individualized meal planning and diet instruction, blood glucose monitoring and insulin administration. Counseling for weight loss and lifestyle modification also available.

To register for an individual appointment or group class, call Centralized Scheduling toll free at 1-866-437-1333. A physician referral is required. We are a Medicare provider.

Individualized appointments meet on the first floor of the Westlake Family Health Center.
Group classes meet on the third floor of the Westlake Family Health Center.
(Charges for group classes or individualized instruction will be billed to your insurance provider.)

Diabetes Class Schedule

| Westlake Family Health Center | 26908 Detroit Road, Suite 300, Westlake |

All diabetes education and classes meet at the Westlake Family Health Center not SJMC.

Class topics include:

Understanding what diabetes is and how it is diagnosed
Making healthy food choices and meal planning
Safely incorporating physical activity to improve blood sugar control
Blood sugar monitoring, what causes blood sugars to rise and fall, and how to manage fluctuations
Protecting eyes, heart, blood vessels, nerves, kidneys and feet

Tuesdays - 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
January 3, 10, 17, 24
March 6, 13, 20, 27
May 8, 15, 22, 29
July 10, 17, 24, 31

Tuesdays - 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
February 7, 14, 21, 28
April 3, 10, 17, 24
June 5, 12, 19, 26

Basic Diabetes Skills Course

Do you have diabetes, but lack any coverage for diabetes education? If you answered yes, you may be appropriate for our Basic Diabetes Skills Class series. This program is designed for those who do not have insurance benefits that cover diabetes education.

Come learn important "survival-level" information such as pre-diabetes, diabetes self-care, or managing your existing diabetes. Call 440-827-5341 ext. 1 for questions. Fee: $40.00 / three-class series (one hour each), not billed to insurance. Physician referral is required.

Diabetes Exercise Program: Moving Towards Control

A safe and fun physical fitness and learning experience designed for people with diabetes who want to improve their health, but don’t want to go it alone!
Eight week program includes 2 sessions per week available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30 - 3:00 pm. Cost is $160.00. Services are not billed to insurance.
For registration or questions call the Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehabilitation Office at 440-250 2042. A physician referral is required.

Diabetes Education Day

#1741 Sponsored by SJMC Diabetes Education Program and Community Outreach

Diabetes Science versus Nonsense: Busting the Myths Around the Diabetes Diet and Weight Loss

Michelle Hiatt, RD, LD, SJMC

Information overload, that is what many are experiencing when it comes to new diabetes diet and weight loss tips available through various media sources. Diet fads come and go, but following some may lead to health risks not worth taking. Learn the latest proven nutritional strategies that support healthy weight management and improved diabetes control over the long haul.

Program is free and open to the community. Free screenings: total cholesterol and blood pressure from 8:30 -10:00 am.

RSVP: 877-597-6348

What You Need to Know in Your Lifelong Journey for Successfull Diabetes Management

#1742 DeAna Rodriguez, BSN, RN, SJMC Diabetes Educator - Sponsored by Avon Oaks Caring Community and SJMC

Lunch served at 11:00 am and the talk will start at 11:30 am.

Diabetes is a complex disease. Some people even describe it as a "full-time job". The longer you have diabetes the more likely you are to experience periods of "burnout" from all the multi-tasking or you just need motivation to get back on track. Learn the latest recommendations for self-care and how you can avoid diabetes complications.

RSVP: 440-934-5204

Thriving with Diabetes

#1743 DeAna Rodriguez, BSN, RN, SJMC Diabetes Educator - Sponsored by The Gardens fo Westlake and SJMC

Do you ever wonder why some people seem to have an easier time managing their diabetes? What is it they know or what are they doing differently? Learn five key behaviors that will help you thrive, not just survive with diabetes!

RSVP: 877-597-6348

Eating Well With Diabetes

#1744 Michele Hiatt, RD, LD, SJMC - Sponsored by the Westlake Center for Community Services and SJMC

Learn about the latest recommendations for management of diabetes through diet and lifestyle modification.

RSVP: 440-899-3544

Diabetes Skills for Healthy Living

#1745 Sponsored by SJMC Diabetes and Stroke Programs

Living with diabetes requires continuous learning about the disease and your body. Complications are not inevitable. However, reducing your risk for them requires that you perform key self-care skills and have important tests and checkups.

1:00 pm - Diabetes Education by DeAna Rodriguez, BSN, RN, CDE

1:30 pm - Complications and Prevention of Stroke by Ellen Rogers, BSN, RN, MBA, Stroke Coordinator

RSVP: 440-333-6600

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Mental Well-Being - Seminars & Classes

Stress Management

#1746 Lydia Gadd, LPCC-S, MA, Director of SJMC Community Outreach

Need to attend all classes

Stress Management: What is Stress?
Challenge your Perception
Guided Imagery
Progressive Muscle Relaxation Techniques
Affirmations
Forgiveness

RSVP: 877-597-6348

Guided Imagery for a Healthy Heart

#1747 Lydia Gadd, LPCC-S, MA, Director of SJMC Community Outreach - Sponsored by Bradley Bay and SJMC

This program focuses on reducing stress, opening the heart, reducing impatience and resentment while cultivating peace, calm and gratitude. We will be using a guided imagery CD by Belleruth Naparstek. Blood pressure screening immediately following program.

RSVP: 877-597-6348

Happiness is a Choice

#1748A & 1748B Lydia Gadd, MA, LPCC-S, Director of SJMC Community Outreach

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RSVP: 440-934-9622

No matter what trial, trauma, or tribulation we face in life, happiness is a matter of perspective because "what you think is what you get." Come to this informal discussion and learn some tips on how to change your perspective.

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Nutrition Topics - Seminars & Classes

Medical Nutrition Therapy

Medical Nutrition Therapy is a program that features a registered dietitian teaching individuals how to improve their health and manage certain diseases through healthy eating. Michele Hiatt, RD, LD, SJMC can help you manage conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, obesity, cardiovascular disease, food allergies and eating disorders. You must have a physician referral for this service and some insurances may cover certain medical conditions. For more information call Michele at 440-827-5341 ext. 3.

Carbohydrates: How Do I Keep Them Consistent?

#1749 Michele Hiatt, RD, LD, SJMC

The importance of following a consistent carbohydrate diet and some practical ways to achieve this will be discussed. Learn about our Diabetes Education Program and support groups.

RSVP: 440-899-3544

Intuitive Eating

#1750 Gina Nemecek, RD, LD, SJMC - Sponsored by Dover United Church of Christ and SJMC

Dieting is a very profitable business; a nearly 40 billion dollar industry! Have you tried every new and upcoming diet? Forget the diet fads and don't waste your money! Discover Intuitive Eating. This discussion explores the premise of intuitive eating, trusting that your body will tell you what it needs to promote a healthy weight. Learn about simple strategies you can incorporate into your life to manage out of control eating and to help you feel satisfied without feeling deprived of your favorite foods. Our busy lifestyles are impacting our dietary choices: Come find out how we can make healthier decisions!

RSVP:Virginia at 440-871-1050

Healthy Eating for Seniors and Making the Right Food Choices

#1751 Michele Hiatt, RD, LD, SJMC - Sponsored by North Olmsted Senior Center and SJMC

Come to this informal talk regarding healthy food choices to make the most of your senior years. The food pyramid will be reviewed so that you can learn to make sure your diet is balanced.

RSVP: 440-716-4264

Healthy Eating on a Budget

#1752 Michele Hiatt, RD, LD, SJMC - Sponsored by Rocky River Senior Center and SJMC

One of the most common roadblocks to healthy eating is the fear that healthy eating will cost too much. Learn the truth about healthy eating and how it can decrease both your budget and your waistline!

RSVP: 440-333-6600

Reading Food Labels

#1753 Michele Hiatt, RD, LD, SJMC - Sponsored by The Normandy and SJMC

Light refreshments served

Take the mystery out of reading food labels. Come and learn how to count calories, sodium, fat and serving sizes at this informational talk.

RSVP: 440-333-5401

Heart Healthy Eating

#1754 Michele Hiatt, RD, LD, SJMC - Sponsored by Manor Care and SJMC

Light refreshments begin at 5:00 pm and the talk will start at 5:30 pm.

Come to this informal talk and learn how to eat "healthy" for your heart and make the most of your senior years through smart food choices.

RSVP: 440-779-6900

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Orthopedic Topics - Seminars & Classes

Options for Reducing Hip and Knee Pain

#1755 Paul Forthofer, BS, ED, SJMC Service Line Educator

Come learn about the causes of pain, plus the latest medical and surgical treatment options including alternative treatments. Reservations are required. Seating is limited.

RSVP: 877-597-6348

Community Talks - Hip and Knee Pain

RSVP: 440-934-9622

RSVP: 440-779-6900

Do You Have a Pain in the Neck or Back?

#1756 Paul Forthofer, BS, ED, SJMC Service Line Educator

If so, our spine pain seminar is the place for you. Join us and learn the causes of neck and back pain as well as the latest medical and surgical options, including nutrition, and exercises.

Reservations are required. Seating is limited.

RSVP: 877-597-6348

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Uroligy Topics - Seminars & Classes

UroDynamic Center

Urinary Incontinence is a common medical problem that affects more than 13 million men and women every day. In fact one in every four women and one in every nine men suffer from urinary incontinence. It can leave you feeling embarrassed, isolated and frustrated over not having control of your own body. Monthly classes held at St. John Medical Center can help you gain control.

Urinary Incontinence: Take Control

#1757 Paul Forthofer, BS, ED, SJMC Service Line Educator

Please plan to attend a urodynamic informational program on this common and often not talked about problem. You will learn why incontinence occurs as well as the different treatments available from conservative to state-of-the-art surgical procedures. Call now to reserve your seat!

RSVP: 877-597-6348

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