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Health and Wellness Programs for York County May through August, 2015Upcoming EventsFamily ProgramsDouble Creek2015 WellSpan Running SeriesSafe Kids Inspection StationSaturday, June 20At York’s premier cycling, running andwalking event, choose to ride a 30-, 48- or63-mile route; run a half-marathon, a 5Kchallenge or a one-mile fun run or rideand run the Endurance Challenge, whichis the half-marathon and the 30-mile ride.Participants can also sign-up to walk threemiles – sponsorships encouraged.Proceeds benefit the Healthy CommunityPharmacy.Saturday, June 20 Double CreekSaturday, June 27 Habitat for Humanity5KSaturday, July 18 East BerlinSummerfest 5KSaturday, August 22 Rail Trail 10-MilerMonday, Sept. 7 Quarterback Club 5KSaturday, Sept. 19 White Rose 5-MilerSaturday, Oct. 10 David TomeMemorial 5KUsing a child safety seat correctly couldsave your child’s life. Certified childpassenger safety specialists are available toassist you in the correct installation and useof your child’s car seat. For more informationor to schedule an appointment, call SafeKids at 1-888-232-SAFE (7233).Book Nook BonanzaMonday, May 4 6 to 9:30 p.m.Monday, June 29 Noon to 3:30 p.m.Thursday, August 27 Noon to 3:30 p.m.This program teaches the basic techniquesof adult/child CPR and the use of an AED.Students learn about using barrier devicesin CPR; giving first aid for choking; andrecognizing the signs of major emergencies,including cardiac arrest and choking foradult, child and infant victims. Studentsalso learn to recognize the warning signs ofheart attack and stroke in adults andbreathing difficulties in children.Location: North Salem ElementarySchool, DoverFor additional information andregistration, please visitwww.WellSpan.org/doublecreek or call851-2149.Friday, Saturday and Sunday June 26-27-28Help celebrate the Book Nook Bonanza’s57th anniversary. This event is the largestused book sale on the East Coast andfeatures more than 250,000 used books,magazines, CDs/DVDs and related items.Most hardbacks are 2 and paperbacksare 1 with special sales occurringthroughout the weekend.Location: York City Ice Arena941 Vander Ave.For additional information and times,please visitwww.WellSpan.org/booknookbonanza orcall 851-3029.Heartsaver CPR & AED forAdult/Child with Infant CPRLocation: WellSpan Human ResourcesCenter, 1135 Edgar St. 45Registration is required; please call 851-2660.Cost:What’s inside:Community programmingincluding: Upcoming EventsFamily ProgramsHospice & Community CareNutritional HealthTaking Care of YourselfWomen’s Health Seminars
Family Programs (cont.)Great ExpectationsSuper Siblings!Countdown 2: DRIVETuesday, May 12 or July 14 7 to 8 p.m.York Pediatric Medicine2050 South Queen St.Saturday, May 30 or July 25Super Siblings 1 (for ages 3 to 7) 1 to 2p.m.Super Siblings 2 (for ages 8 to 12) 2:30to 3:30 p.m.Super Siblings will provide ageappropriate information concerningnewborns; discuss feelings about thearrival of a new baby while incorporatingthe use of stories, videos and hands-onactivities to help make your child evenmore excited about the birth of his or hernew sibling. Each child will also make acraft that he/she will be able to give as agift to their new sibling!For parents and their teens ages 13-15Tuesday, June 9 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.Motor vehicle crashes are the leadingcause of death for U.S. teenagers. Parentsneed to set clear ground rules with theirteenagers even before they start driving.Countdown 2: DRIVE gives parents achance to set clear expectations aboutsafety behaviors teens need to put intoaction while driving or as a passenger inanother teen’s car. Topics covered willinclude: What does it cost to drive–willyour teen be surprised? Survival 101 andCreating a customized Countdown 2:DRIVE Passenger AgreementChoose the session to attend based onyour child’s age.Speakers: Safe Kids York CountyCommunity PartnersLocation: WellSpan York HospitalChildbirth & Family EducationLocation: WellSpan York HospitalChildbirth & Family Education2017 Springwood Rd.(Queensgate Towne Center)Tuesday, June 2 or August 11 7 to 8 p.m.Springdale Pediatric Medicine2339 South George St.An introduction to York PediatricMedicine and Springdale PediatricMedicine for expectant parents. Thisprogram includes a review of health careservices provided for newborns. A tour ofthe office and a question and answerperiod with the physicians are provided.Registration is required; please call812-4240 (York Pediatric Medicine) or812-3040 (Springdale Pediatric Medicine).Heartsaver First AidThursday, May 14 or June 11 8 to 11 a.m.This course teaches rescuers theknowledge and skills necessary torecognize emergencies and give first aid.First aid includes medical, injury andenvironmental emergencies. 15/childRegister online at www.WellSpan.org orcall 851-2241.Location: WellSpan Human ResourcesCenter, 1135 Edgar St.Cancer Survivor DayCost: 30Registration is required; please call851-2660.2017 Springwood Rd.(Queensgate Towne Center)Cost:Sunday, June 7 5 p.m.Please join the York Revolution whichwill be playing the LancasterBarnstormers at Santander Stadium.Cancer Survivors receive a free t-shirt andcan participate in a Victory Walk aroundthe stadium field before game time.Brochures are available through YorkCancer Center, 741-8100; ticketinformation at 801-4498.Registration is required; please call851-2241.Happiest Baby on the BlockSaturday, June 13 1 to 3:30 p.m.Dr. Harvey Karp’s world famousprogram Happiest Baby on the Blockteaches parents, grandparents andcaregivers the 5 S’s which helpcaregivers to soothe babies’ cryingin minutes, promote bonding,improve breastfeeding success and evenhelp babies to sleep an extra 1-2 hours atnight. This class is perfect for expectantparents/grandparents or caregiversof newborns less than 3 months old.Speaker: Carolyn Kraft MACertified Happiest Baby onthe Block EducatorLocation: WellSpan York HospitalChildbirth & Family Education2017 Springwood Rd.(Queensgate Towne Center)Cost: 30 per family.Each family will receive the HappiestBaby on the Block parent kit whichincludes the Happiest Baby on the BlockDVD and soothing sounds CDRegistration is required; please call851-2241.
Safe Sitter CourseBaby SignMonday, June 15, July 6 or August 3 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.This medically accurate program teachesboys and girls, ages 11 to 13, how tohandle emergencies when caring forchildren. This class teaches safe andnurturing childcare techniques, behaviormanagement skills and appropriateresponses to medical emergencies.Children will learn infant and child CPRas well as techniques to relieve choking.Saturdays, July 25, August 1 & 8 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.Baby Sign can help your childcommunicate before they can talk. Theprogram is designed for children ages 4 to24 months and their parents. Baby Signhelps to decrease your child’s frustration,stimulate intellectual development andstrengthen the parent-child bond.Location: WellSpan York HospitalChildbirth & Family Education2017 Springwood Rd.(Queensgate Towne Center) 65/studentRegistration is required; please call 851-2241.Cost:Speaker: Sandra Harberger, MS, CCCSLP, Speech-languagepathologistLocation: WellSpan Human ResourcesCenter, 1135 Edgar St. 10 course registration fee(check only) returned uponcourse completion. Failure toattend class without cancelingresults in forfeiture of 10 fee.Registration is required; please call851-2660.Cost:Educators provide each client and theirfamilies with up-to-date information andsupport. Through childbirth educationwe hope to open the lines ofcommunication between you and yourpartner. This is an opportunity to discussfears and concerns about labor anddelivery. *Classes and tours available. Prepared Childbirth Series Condensed Childbirth ClassLocation: WellSpan York HospitalChildbirth & Family Education2017 Springwood Rd.(Queensgate Towne Center) Baby Care Class 40/familyRegistration is required; please call 851-2241. Refresher ClassCost: Breastfeeding Class Planned Cesarean Series or Class only Mother-Infant Center Tour Safe Baby & Infant CPR Basics ClassFamily and Friends CPRThursday, June 18 6 to 8 p.m.Saturday, August 15 9 to 11 a.m.This course teaches rescuers skills in CPRand choking management for adults,children and infants.WellSpan York HospitalChildbirth & Family EducationClass OfferingsBasic Life Support forHealthcare Providers – Provider& Renewal CourseCourses are available through AugustRegistration is required; for moreinformation, please call 851-2660. Grandparents Class Super Siblings ClassesLocation: WellSpan York HospitalChildbirth & Family Education2017 Springwood Rd.(Queensgate Towne Center)*Class dates are determined by your duedate and availability.For more information, please visit usonline atwww.WellSpan.org/YHChildbirthEdor call (717) 851-2241.
Hospice & Community CareHospice & Community Care’s PathwaysCenter for Grief & Loss – For additionalinformation about the programs in thissection or to register, please call 391-2413or 800-924-7610.Camp ChimaquaCamp Mend a HeartFriday, Saturday & Sunday, June 5-6-7Saturday, August 8The bereavement camp offers griefactivities and fun for families (children,teens and adults) as they learn how tocope and support one another after thedeath of a loved one. Registration is on afirst-come, first-served basis. Any child orteen must meet with a Pathways Centercounselor to determine if camp will meetyour family’s needs.Bereavement Workshop: TheNature of Sudden DeathThis weekend, overnight camp forchildren ages 6-12 focuses on learningabout loss, developing coping skills,building self-confidence andremembering loved ones. This is achievedthrough fun-filled activities andopportunities for small- and large-groupsharing. Camp Chimaqua is staffed byprofessional counselors and trainedvolunteers. Any child must meet with aPathways Center counselor to determineif camp will meet their needs.Wednesday, May 13 6:30 to 8 p.m.Location: Camp Donegal, AirvilleCoping with the Loss of aCompanion or Spouse: FindingComfort in RememberingMonday, May 4 6:30 to 8 p.m.Tuesday, May 5 2 to 3:30 p.m.Thanks to the Hospice Circleof Friends and communitysupport, the cost to attendCamp Chimaqua is 25 perchild. Financial assistance isavailable.Call the Pathways Center at (717) 3912413 or (800) 924-7610 to obtain moreinformation. Registration deadline is May 15.Cost:Coping with the Loss of aCompanion or Spouse:Recognizing Secondary Lossesin GriefMonday, June 1 6:30 to 8 p.m.Tuesday, June 2 2 to 3:30 p.m.Coping with the Loss of aCompanion or Spouse: TheChanging Nature of GriefMonday, July 6 6:30 to 8 p.m.Tuesday, July 7 2 to 3:30 p.m.Pet Loss Support GroupWorkshop: Ways to RememberYour Furry, Feathered or FinnedFriendWednesday, July 15 6:30 to 8 p.m.(Bring photo of pet)Coping with the Loss of aCompanion or Spouse: ObtainingSupport for the Grief JourneyMonday, August 3 6:30 to 8 p.m.Tuesday, August 4 2 to 3:30 p.m.These adult drop-in groups are for anyonegrieving this type of loss.Location: WellSpan Surgery &Rehabilitation Hospital55 Monument Road(Apple Hill Health Campus)Registration is not required.Location: Penn Grove Retreat, HanoverThanks to the Hospice Circleof Friends and communitysupport, the cost to attendCamp Mend a Heart is 15per person or 50 per familyof four or more.Call the Pathways Center at (717) 391-2413or (800) 924-7610 to obtain moreinformation. Registration deadline is July 24.Cost:
Nutritional HealthTaking Care of YourselfSteps Toward a Healthy YouWednesday, May 13 6:30 to 8 p.m. orTobacco Cessation 101Surgery for Weight LossMonday, August 17 6:30 to 8 p.m.Wednesday, May 6 6 to 8 p.m. orTuesday, June 9 10 a.m. to noon orWednesday, July 8 9 to 11 a.m.Wednesday, July 15 6 to 7:30 p.m.This program provides you with up-todate physical activity and nutritionguidelines and answers your questionsabout how to begin taking steps toward ahealthy you.Location: Apple Hill Medical Center25 Monument Rd.Registration is required; please call851-3500 or 800-840-5905.Healthy Heart Express 2015Monday, May 18 6 to 8 p.m.Monday, June 15 1 to 3 p.m.Monday, July 13 6 to 8 p.m.Monday, August 10 1 to 3 p.m.This class will feature an update on therole of nutrition and heart disease, theAmerican Heart Association dietaryguidelines, label reading and tips formaking healthy food choices.Speaker: Sarah Friesema, RDN, LDNLocation: Apple Hill Medical Center25 Monument Rd.Registration is required; please call741-8280.For those who want to quit on their own, thisprogram provides individuals with thenecessary tools to quit smoking on a selfguided path, including reviewing whattobacco does to the body, discussing approvedmedications to help you quit, helping youcreate a “quit plan” and providing support.If you are at least 50 pounds overweight,come learn about the WellSpan SurgicalWeight Loss program. Our speaker willdiscuss your options and help minimizeyour concerns regarding this life-savingsurgery. The advantages of the surgerywill be discussed. Weight loss surgery isespecially beneficial for people with type2 diabetes and are overweight.One-on-one consultations are alsoavailable upon request.Speaker: John S. Monk, M.D.WellSpan Bariatric SurgeryLocation: WellSpan Surgery &Rehabilitation Hospital55 Monument Rd.(Apple Hill Health Campus)Location: Apple Hill Medical Center25 Monument Rd.Registration is required; please call851-3500 or 800-840-5905.Registration is required; please call851-3500 or 800-840-5905.Skin Screening/Spot CheckMedical Management of WeightLossWednesday, May 27 6 to 8 p.m.May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Letus check the skin spots that concern you.Wednesday, May 6 6 to 7:30 p.m.Tuesday, August 11 6 to 7:30 p.m.Are you struggling with your weight?This program will discuss weightmanagement options at WellSpan. Themedical, physician-directed weight lossprogram is a team approach to supportyour weight loss goals. The programoffers a variety of different choices to fitevery individual’s needs.Speaker: Minnie Taw, M.D.WellSpan Medical WeightManagement ProgramLocation: Apple Hill Medical Center25 Monument Rd.Registration is required; please call851-3500 or 800-840-5905.Location: WellSpan York Hospital1001 South George St.Registration is required; please call851-3500 or 800-840-5905.Sleep Awareness “ZZZZZZ”Wednesday, August 5 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.This program will discuss sleep apnea andthe effects on our heart.Speaker: Tanya Minich, CRNP, MSNPreventive CardiologyLocation: Yorktowne Medical Center2350 Freedom Way, Suite 202Registration is required; please call851-3500 or 800-840-5905.
Taking Care of Yourself (cont.)Oh My Aching Joints! TreatmentOptions for Hip and KneeArthritisMinimally Invasive SurgicalOptions for Back PainA Patient’s Journey throughSpine PainThursday, May 28 6 to 7:30 p.m.Thursday, July 23 6 to 7:30 p.m.Wednesday, May 20 6 to 7:30 p.m.Wednesday, July 22 6 to 7:30 p.m.Do you feel like joint pain has pushed yourlife into the slow lane? Do you avoidactivities you use to love due to chronicpain? Are you afraid to discuss theproblem with your doctor because you fearsurgery may be your only option? Join usfor a discussion about hip and kneearthritis, as well as current treatmentoptions and lifestyle changes that may help.Less is often better when consideringspine surgery. Join us to learn more aboutminimally invasive spine procedures, suchas spinal cord stimulators and microendoscopic spine procedures that areavailable through WellSpan Spine Care.These surgical procedures are performedto treat many different spine diseases,including disc herniation, stenosis anddisc degeneration, just to name a few.Ellen Portz, of York, was like 65 millionAmericans suffering from back painannually. That was, until she met severalof the WellSpan Spine Care providers.Follow Ellen’s journey from daily pain torecovery as our spine experts discussspine treatment options available andhow they can help you, like they did Ellen.Speaker: Joseph Krzeminski, M.D.WellSpan Spine CareLocation: WellSpan Surgery &Rehabilitation Hospital55 Monument Rd.(Apple Hill Health Campus)Speaker: Craig Ruder, M.D. – May 20Mark Richardson, M.D. – July 22.WellSpan OrthopedicsLocation: WellSpan Surgery &Rehabilitation Hospital55 Monument Rd.(Apple Hill Health Campus)Registration is required; please call851-3500 or 800-840-5905.Caring for the Shoulder – theMost Mobile Joint in the BodyWednesday, June 17 6 to 7:30 p.m.Tuesday, August 18 6 to 7:30 p.m.This program is designed for individualswho suffer with shoulder pain ordiscomfort. The program will reviewmedical and surgical treatment options aswell as lifestyle changes that may helpalleviate discomfort.Speaker: Craig Ruder, M.D. – June 17Damian Rispoli, M.D. – August 18WellSpan OrthopedicsLocation: WellSpan Surgery &Rehabilitation Hospital55 Monument Rd.(Apple Hill Health Campus)Registration is required; please call851-3500 or 800-840-5905.Location: WellSpan Surgery &Rehabilitation Hospital55 Monument Rd.(Apple Hill Health Campus)Registration is required; please call851-3500 or 800-840-5905.What’s that Doc? Explanation ofSome Common Spine DiseasesThursday, June 25 6 to 7:30 p.m.Stenosis, osteoarthritis, disc herniation,osteoporosis, degenerative disc diseaseand disc bulge! What does it all mean?Join us to learn about these and otherspine disease processes. We will discusstreatment options, both surgical and nonsurgical.Speaker: Joseph Krzeminski, M.D.WellSpan Spine CareRegistration is required; please call851-3500 or 800-840-5905.Oh My Aching Back! TreatmentOptions for Back PainThursday, August 27 6 to 7:30 p.m.Back pain is one of the most commonmedical problems, affecting 8 out of 10people at some point during their lives. Itcan range from a dull, constant ache to asudden, sharp pain. Learn aboutcommon causes and treatment options.Speaker: Joseph Krzeminski, M.D.WellSpan Spine CareSpeakers: Joseph Krzeminski, M.D.WellSpan Spine CareandDon Douglas, MPT, CMTWellSpan RehabilitationLocation: WellSpan Surgery &Rehabilitation Hospital55 Monument Rd.(Apple Hill Health Campus)Location: WellSpan Surgery &Rehabilitation Hospital55 Monument Rd.(Apple Hill Health Campus)Registration is required; please call851-3500 or 800-840-5905.Registration is required; please call851-3500 or 800-840-5905.
Women’s Health SeminarsWomen’s Heart Program: HeartRisk Screening (for women 35 plus)Health Concerns of Women at35 and BeyondWednesdays, May 6, June 3 or 17, July 1or 15 or August 4 or 18 1 to 4 p.m.Heart disease continues to be the leadingcause of death in women. Reserve a 30minute, one-on-one consultation to discussyour individual risk factors. Participants willreceive a non-fasting total cholesterolscreening, individualized risk factor evaluation,blood pressure and nutrition analysis.Wednesday, June 3 6:30 to 8 p.m.Location: Preventive Cardiology1575 Bannister St. 15 (Cost may be waived forhigh-risk, post-partum womendue to a grant from the YorkHospital Auxiliary)Registration is required; please call 851-6000.Cost:Women’s Check-up DayTuesday, May 19 3 to 7 p.m.10 for 10 – Take this opportunity to takecare of yourself and get screened for thefollowing important health risks: Heart risk – includes non-fastingcholesterol screen Blood pressure check Heel screen for osteoporosis risk Dermascan skin screen, and cancer riskand information Depression screen Pelvic FloorProblems/Concerns/Information Stroke risk screening Body fat analysis and BMI Pulmonary function and sleepscreenings Diabetes risk educationAll participants will also receive a packetof take home women’s health resources.Registration and pre-payment of 10 feeis required to guarantee an appointment.Register early – appointments are limited.Location: WellSpan Women’s Center35 Monument Rd.(Apple Hill Health Campus)Registration is required; register on-line atwww.WellSpan.org look forclasses/events tab. For more informationplease call 851-2241.Learn about the perimenopause/menopausetransition, osteoporosis, cancer risk andscreenings, heart risk and nutritional issues.This workshop is designed for women 35 who desire to take charge of their health andmake long-term decisions with confidence.Speakers: Dianne Moore, RNDiane McElwain, RNCindy Yingling, RNLocation: WellSpan Women’s Center35 Monument Rd.(Apple Hill Health Campus)Registration is required; please call851-3500 or 800-840-5905.Girl Talk: Building Healthy SelfEsteem, Body Image &RelationshipsWednesday, August 12 6:30 to 8 p.m.A new school year is just around thecorner when your daughter will again befocused on her worries about grades,friends and her appearance. Thisinteractive discussion will explore thedynamics of body image and self-esteem inadolescent girls and the connectionsbetween positive self-image andestablishing healthy boundaries within herrelationships. Before the start of a newschool year, it may be a good time tovalidate her feelings about these issues andprovide her with positive messages andstrategies to cope with the stresses of thisstage in her life. We invite girls ages 11-14to attend with a parent or significant adult.Speaker: Jessica Castle, ACCESS/VACYork, YWCALocation: WellSpan Women’s Center35 Monument Rd.(Apple Hill Health Campus)Registration is required; please call851-3500 or 800-840-5905.
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Happiest Baby on the Block Saturday, June 13 † 1 to 3:30 p.m. Dr. Harvey Karp’s world famous program Happiest Baby on the Block teaches parents, grandparents and caregivers the 5 S’s which help caregivers to soothe babies’ crying in minutes, promote bonding, improve breastfeeding suc
