August 2018
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Classes | Support Groups | Events
Classes
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Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Initial
Tuesday & Wednesday | August 14 & 15
For physicians, nurses and paramedics who have never taken the ACLS course or those with expired certification. To register call 812-537-8431 or email education@myhph.org
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Renewal
Tuesday | August 28
For those who need to meet the requirements of an American Heart Association ACLS renewal course. To register call 812-537-8431 or email education@myhph.org
Basic TB and Skin Test Course
Wednesday | August 29 | 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. To register and for more information call 812-537-8431 or email education@myhph.org
Breast-Feeding Class
Thursday | August 16 | 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
To register online click here, or call 812-537-8431 or email education@myhph.org
Cardiac Rehabilitation (Phase II) Class
For patients who are recovering from a heart attack, bypass surgery or other related cardiac incident or procedure. Participation requires a physician’s order.
For fee information or to register call 812-532-2614
Childbirth Education Class
Saturday | August 18 | 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
To register online click here, or call 812-537-8431 or email education@myhph.org
Diabetes Education
By appointment only. For fee information or to register call 812-537-8431 or email education@myhph.org
Online Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Class
To register call 812-537-8431 or email education@myhph.org
Pulmonary Rehabilitation (Phase II) Class
For individuals with chronic lung disease. Participation requires physician’s order.
For fee information or to register call 812-532-2614
Support Groups
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Alzheimer’s Support Group of Southeast Indiana, Inc.
Tuesday | August 21 | 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
For those with Alzheimer's and their families.
For information call Karen Brandt at 888-422-2691
Breast Cancer Support Group
Thursday | August 16 | 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
For those with breast cancer and their families.
For information call Jan Tyler at 812-926-3927
Grief Care Support Groups:
Widows/Widowers
Support for those who have lost a partner
6-week Group | August 7 - September 11
Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Beacons of Hope
Support for those who have lost a loved one through a traumatic death
6-week Group | August 9 - September 13
Thursdays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Whispers of Hope
Support for those who have lost a loved one through drug overdoses
5-week Group | October 2 - October 30
Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Holidays and Grief
Support in preparation of the upcoming holidays
3-week Group | November 6 - November 20
Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Support groups will be held in the Home Health & Hospice offices, 370 Bielby Road, Lawrenceburg. Each group is free to the public, however, registration is required. For information or to register, contact Patti Warning, Hospice Bereavement Coordinator, at 812-537-8192 or 800-676-5428 or email pwarning@myhph.org.
Parkinson's Disease Support Group
Monday | August 13 | 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
For those with Parkinson's and their caregivers.
For information call Mary Beth Howard at 513-918-1440
Stroke Support Group
Thursday | August 2 | 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
For information call 812-537-8208
Participants will have time to socialize, express concerns, share coping strategies and celebrate milestones.
Events
Music on the River
Join us every Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., June to August in Downtown Lawrenceburg! All Music on the River concerts will take place on East High Street.
Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Clinics
Free blood pressure and blood sugar clinics are available to the general public at the following times and locations:
First Tuesday of the month
9:30 a.m. | Hoosier Boy Apartments Community Room (Rising Sun)
11:00 a.m. | Dillsboro Village Apartments
Second Tuesday of the month
10:00 a.m. | Zion Lutheran Manor (Lawrenceburg)
Second Wednesday of the month
10:00 a.m. | Moores Hill Senior Center (SNAC)
Third Thursday of the month
10:15 a.m. | North Dearborn Village Apartments (SNAC)
Fourth Tuesday of the month
10:00 a.m. | Switzerland County Senior Center (SNAC)
Fourth Thursday of the month
12:00 p.m. | Greendale Village Apartments
Participants should take their medications as scheduled. Fasting for eight hours prior to the blood sugar screening provides more accurate results. People with diabetes or those who are under a health professional’s care should consult their physician/nurse practitioner before fasting. All participants are given their screening results which they are encouraged to share with their healthcare provider.
For more information please call Highpoint Health Home Health at 812-537-8192 or 800-676-5428.
Classes, meetings and events are held in the conference and education facilities at Highpoint Health unless otherwise noted. Calendar is subject to change.
