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Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Exercise Program
Taught by certified instructors of the Arthritis Foundation, with emphasis on gentle range of motion and flexibility. Participants meet twice weekly. Need not know how to swim, but physician approval and advance registration are required. Location: Pontiac Elks Club Pool. Cost: $36 per 6-week series. To register, call (815) 842-4545. The next series is from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. beginning on dates below.
Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 7 - August 13
Beautiful Recovery - Beautiful You!
Sharon K. Pickles,a trained,certified fitter of mastectomy products will be at OSF Saint James Medical Center to consult and fit women. Sharon carries three lines of products:Amoena,Camp and Nearly Me. Sharon is a Medicare provider and will bill Medicare for her customers,but is not a Medicare assignment. If you are not able to come to the hospital for an appointment,she makes home/nursing home visits. Please call Sharon Pickles at (815) 237-8322 to schedule a free fitting and consultation appointment
Beyond Grief Support Group
The "Beyond Grief" support group is an interdenominational group of caring persons who have lost a loved one. The group includes persons of all ages and is open to the public. Members help each other cope with grief and life changes after the death of a friend or relative. The group meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at OSF HomeCare & Hospice, 608 N. Ladd St., Pontiac, IL. at 6:00 pm. No RSVP required. For additional information, call (815) 842-4545
Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 6:00-7:30pm
| Blood Pressure Screening
The OSF Saint James Education Center offers free blood pressure screenings on a walk-in basis. Call the Education Center at (815) 842-4545.
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Breast-feeding Class
This 1.5 hour class teaches the techniques and information needed by expectant mothers to begin successful breastfeeding. It includes a support group for new mothers who are nursing their infants. The cost for this class is $10. It meets in the Education Center. To RSVP for class, call (815) 842-4545.
Sunday, June 28, 2009, 4:00p.m.- 5:30 p.m.
Sunday, August 09, 2009, 4:00p.m.- 5:30 p.m.
Sunday, September 20, 2009, 4:00pm-5:30pm
Sunday, November 01, 2009, 4:00pm-5:30pm
Sunday, December 13, 2009, 4:00pm-5:30pm
| Caregiver Support Network
Designed to provide understanding, support and education to caregivers of aging or disabled relatives and friends. We encourage you to bring your lunch if you will be attending over your lunch hour. For more information call Stephanie Robinson, LCSW at (815) 842-4542 or Kathryn Johnson, PATH (309) 827-4005 ext. 286. Cost is free.
Wednesday, July 08, 2009, 12:00-1:00 p.m.
| Cesarean Birth Experience
Learn what to expect during a scheduled Cesarean section birth. Call (815) 842-4545 to register
Tuesday, July 21, 2009, 7:00pm-9:30pm
Tuesday, September 01, 2009, 7:00pm-9:30pm
| Childbirth Education Classes
The Childbirth Education Series covers the techniques for breathing and relaxation during labor and delivery. Also includes a session on Cesarean Section delivery. Each series meets for 4 times. Listed below are the beginning dates for each series. For additional information, location, cost and to RSVP for class, call (815) 842-4545.
Tuesday, July 07, 2009, 7:00pm-9:30pm
Tuesday, August 18, 2009, 7:00pm-9:30pm
| Childbirth Education Review
Childbirth Education Review is a refresher session for couples who have previously attended an entire Lamaze or Childbirth Education series. There is a $10 fee for this class. Couples join the regular Childbirth Education Class on their "Labor Rehearsal" night. To RSVP for class, call (815) 842-4545.
Tuesday, July 14, 2009, 7:00pm-9:30pm
Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 7:00pm-9:30pm
| Community CPR
Community CPR is a 3 hour course intended for the public and will cover the Adult, Infant and Child resuscitation measures. This class is appropriate for expectant parents, grandparents, child care providers, or any member of the community interested in learning CPR. Classroom instruction and return demonstration will be included. Cost: $25 per person. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. For more information please call 815-842-4545.
Monday, September 14, 2009, 6:30pm-9:30pm
Monday, December 14, 2009, 6:30pm-9:30pm
| CPR for Healthcare Providers
Learn a more detailed version of CPR, as well as Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use and Foreign Body Airway Obstruction (FBAO). This class is designed for people who provide healthcare to patients in a variety of settings, including hospital and non-hospital settings. Call (815) 842-6821 to enroll. Cost is $25 per person plus $12 for a book.
Saturday, October 10, 2009, 1:30pm-3:30pm
| Gastric Bypass
For those who have had gastric bypass surgery or for those considering the procedure. For more information, call (815) 934-5429 or (815) 674-5429.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 6:30pm-8:00pm
| Living on the Border Keeping Diabetes At Bay
Are you "Living on the Border?" If you have been told you have pre-diabetes, this class is designed for you. People with pre-diabetes can prevent the development of Type 2 diabetes by making changes in their diet and increasing their level of physical activity. Each participant receives a free pedometer and glucose meter. Location: OSF Saint James Medical Center Conference Room, Cost: $20.00. Call (815) 842-4970 to register.
Tuesday, July 14, 2009, 4:45-6:00 p.m.
| Livingston Area Down Syndrome Society (LADSS)
Provides education, support and assistance to those with Down Syndrome and their families in east and north central Illinois. For information call Mary @ 815-689-2202.
Look Good....Feel Better
Women who have cancer often want to feel better about their appearance. Look Good...Feel Better teaches women how to cope with the appearance-related side effects of treatment. Taught by professional cosmetologists, the program is open to all women undergoing cancer treatment, and it's free. The Look Good...Feel Better session will be held in the Education Center at OSF Saint James Medical Center every other month. Call (815) 842-4545 or your local American Cancer Society Office for more details.
OSF Saint James New Volunteer Orientation
Join our OSF family by volunteering at the Medical Center. Please call (815) 842-6827 for an application and interview.
Safe Ride Home
It is the law in Illinois that infants and children under 8 must be properly restrained in an appropriate child safety seat. Expectant parents should attend this class between fourth to eight months of pregnancy. A trained child passenger safety technician teaches the class and
will assist you in proper installation of your seat. Call 815-842-4545 to register for this free class.
* Note: Safe Ride Home Class does not provide infant seats. Parents need to purchase a car seat prior to class. Financial assistance is available for families who qualify under federal income guidelines. Contact the Patient Accounts department for an application.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 7:00pm-9:30pm
Tuesday, August 04, 2009, 7:00pm-9:30pm
Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 7:00pm-9:30pm
| Sibling Class
This is a two-hour class geared toward family members ages 2 and older. It helps brothers and sisters prepare for the addition of a new family member. A tour of the hospital's OB wing is included. The cost is $10 per family. To RSVP for class, call (815) 842-4545.
Sunday, July 19, 2009, 3:30pm-5:00pm
Sunday, September 13, 2009, 3:30pm-5:00pm
Sunday, November 08, 2009, 3:30pm-5:00pm
| SuperSittersŪ First Aid, CPR and Safety Class
Designed for boys and girls aged 9-13. The morning session covers first aid, safety in the home, basic child care, and more. In the afternoon, students will learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation, Heimlich maneuver, and rescue breathing. Location: OSF Saint James Medical Center, 2nd Floor. Cost: $35 (includes lunch). For more information and to register call (815) 842-4545
Monday, August 03, 2009, 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
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