October 2018
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Classes | Support Groups | Events
Classes
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Basic TB and Skin Test Course
Wednesday | October 10 | 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 | October 18 | 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 | October 20 | 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
Infant Safe Sleep Class
Thursday | October 25 | 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
- Free portable crib: must RSVP and complete class
- Infant survival kit
- Safe Sleep education
RSVP to Kelley McDaniel 812-537-8834 or email at kmcdaniel@dearborncounty.in.gov
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 | October 16 | 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 | October 18 | 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:
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 | October 8 | 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 | October 4 | 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
Women’s Health & Wellness Expo
Thursday | October 4 | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Lawrenceburg Event Center
Featuring health screenings, health/wellness resources, women's boutique, door prizes, giveaways and more! Learn more here.
Investigation: Health Careers and You
Monday | October 8 | $25 (lunch provided)
An opportunity for youth in 7th-10th grade to get hands on learning experience with the professionals at Highpoint Health and Ivy Tech School of Nursing. For more information or to register, please contact Liz Beiersdorfer at Purdue Extension-Dearborn County at 812-926-1189 or Shannon Chipman at Purdue Extension-Ohio County at 812-438-3656 by Wednesday, October 3rd.
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 Friday of the month
11:00 a.m. | Lamplite Villa Apartments (Milan)
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.
