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Classes and events are at the
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PeaceHealth St. John Medical
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PeaceHealth Broadway
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PeaceHealth Medical Group–
Internal Medicine,
1615 Delaware St.
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Women’s Health Pavilion,
1660 Delaware St. (corner of
Delaware and 17th Avenue across
from PeaceHealth St. John)
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Scheduled for Joint
Replacement
When:
Mondays, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Info:
Free class for patients scheduled
for a joint replacement service. Learn
about the procedure and share helpful
recovery tips and your support team’s
special role in the rehabilitation.
Call
360-636-4846
.
Diabetes Education Classes
Where:
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Info:
Four-week diabetes education
series covers meal planning,
medications, and diabetes self-
management options. A physician
referral is required. Check your
insurance plan for coverage. Call
360-
636-4943
for more information.
Prediabetes
When:
10 a.m. to noon
Where:
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Info:
If you’ve been diagnosed with
prediabetes, this two-hour group class
will cover everything you need to know
to successfully manage your condition.
Call
360-636-4943
to register.
Heart Health: Nutrition
Where:
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Info:
Join our two-hour heart health
group class to learn about lifestyle
changes that can help prevent and treat
heart disease. Call
360-636-4943
for
more information.
WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
One-to-One Individual
Weight Loss Program
Where:
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Info:
Educators will help you set
goals and support you as you begin
your individualized program. Physician
referral not required. Call
360-
636-4943
for more information. $250.
Medicare Weight
Management Program
Where:
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Info:
Medicare provides coverage
to qualified patients for counseling
sessions to help you lose weight.
Medicare beneficiaries generally pay
nothing to participate in the program.
Please check your plan for coverage.
Visit your primary health care provider
to see if you qualify and for a referral to
our program. Call
360-636-4943
.
Weight Loss
Where:
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Info:
Two-hour group class. Learn
quick, easy ways to help you start on
your path to a healthy weight. Call
360-636-4943
for more information.
PREGNANCY CLASSES
Preparing for Delivery
When:
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Tuesday evening series: Jan. 5 to 26,
Feb. 2 to 23, March 1 to 22, April 5 to 26,
6 to 8:30 p.m.
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Saturday class: Jan. 23, Feb. 20,
March 19, April 16, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where:
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Info:
This class provides useful
information on labor, support,
relaxation and comfort techniques,
medications, and delivery options.
Taught by certified childbirth educators.
Register online or call
360-501-3700
.
Fee:
$60 per couple; state medical
card accepted.
Infant Feeding and Care
When:
Tuesdays, Jan. 26, Feb. 23,
March 22, April 26, 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Where:
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Info:
Learn what to expect from
your newborn and how to soothe,
diaper, and bathe like a pro as well as
breastfeeding and bottle basics. Tour
included. Register online or call
360-501-3700
.
Birth Center Tour
When:
First Tuesday of each month,
5 p.m.
Info:
Where you choose to deliver
is important. Our local family birth
center and experienced caregivers
welcome you. Call
360-501-3700
.
Baby Reunion
Info:
For all parents who have attended
childbirth classes at PeaceHealth
St. John Medical Center in the
previous six months. This is a time to
show off your new baby and reconnect
with class members and other new
families. Come share birth stories and
the ups and downs of life with a new
baby. Call
360-501-3700
for dates
or register online.
Super Sibling Class
When:
The next class is in March. Call
for dates.
Info:
An interactive class for kids 3 to
10 years of age to prepare for becoming
a big brother or sister. Kids learn about
life with a new baby, their important
role, and baby safety. A great way for big
brother or sister to feel included during
this exciting time of transition! Best
if attended as close to the new baby’s
birth as possible. Parents stay in the
roomwith kids. Snack served. Lots of
fun! Call
360-501-3700
for dates or
register online.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Amputee Support Group
When:
Fourth Friday of each month,
12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Where:
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second floor, conference
room 3
Info:
Supporting amputees and
their families for a healthy life. Call
360-501-3750
for more information.
Better Breathers Club
When:
Third Wednesday of each
month, 2 p.m.
Where:
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Info:
Living well with chronic lung
disease. New topic every month. For
patients and family; no registration
needed. Call
360-414-7384
.
Cancer Support Group
When:
First and third Thursdays of
each month, 2:30 to 4 p.m.
Where:
Cancer Center Resource Room
Info:
Providing education and support
through the cancer journey for
patients, friends, and family. Call Beth
Rivers at
360-414-7968
.
Diabetes/Prediabetes
Info:
Learn how to live a vibrant
life with diabetes. Share your tips
and ideas in a casual, accepting
atmosphere. Friends and family are
welcome and encouraged to attend.
No registration required. Call
360-636-4943
for more information.
Food Addicts in Recovery
Anonymous (FA)
When:
Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Where:
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second floor, conference
room E
Info:
A 12-step program for anyone
with food obsession, overeating,
undereating, or bulimia. Call
360-
442-9061
for more information.
I Understand Breast
Cancer Support Group
When:
Fourth Monday of each month,
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where:
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conference rooms C/D
Info:
Courageous and compassionate
women supporting one another. First
hour is educational, second hour is
group sharing. Call
360-747-5958
for more information.
Volunteer
Looking for a great way
to use your time to help
others? Consider being
a PeaceHealth Volunteer
or Friend of St. John.
Adult and teen positions
are available. Call
360-636-4126
.
Personal Concierge Services
Need help with your health care needs
or with finding a provider? Call a
PeaceHealth concierge at
360-414-7512
or
.