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Events REACH is always working to promote health in our community. Read on for information about future events, programs and how to register.
March 2010
Health Screenings
VNA/Hospice of Northern Berkshires Public Health Clinics Every Tuesday and Thursday, 3-4 pm VNA & Hospice, 535 Curran Highway No appointment necessary Information: 413-664-4536
Weekly health promotion clinics offered by VNA & Hospice, include blood pressure checks and health information.
H1N1 Flu Clinic and Wellness Screening
Includes: Cholesterol, Glucose and Blood Pressure Screening With Nurse Consultation Saturday, March 13, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Berkshire Mall, Lanesboro Information/pre-registration: 413-664-5326
Health Promotion Clinics
Barrett House, Adams First Wednesday of each Month March 3, 2010 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Village East Community Room Second Tuesday of each month March 9, 2010 10:30 am to 11:30 am
Holy Family Terrace Apartments Second Wednesday of each month March 10, 2010 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Valley Street Housing Center, Adams Second Wednesday of each month March 10, 2010 10:00 am to 11:00 am
150 Ashland Street, North Adams-Community Room Third Tuesday of each month March 16, 2010 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Millhouses, Adams Third Wednesday of each month March 17, 2010 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Screenings
HIV/Sexually Transmitted Disease Screening First and third Thursdays of each month, ACC Suite 210 (NARH Campus), 1:00 p.m. Pre-registration required: 413-447-2654
HIV/STD and Hepatitis C testing is available on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 1:00 p.m., in Suite 210 of the Ambulatory Care Center on the NARH campus. Confidential and be anonymous, no charge although donations are accepted. Those wishing to be tested should call 413-447-2654 for an appointment.
Classes
Expectant Parent Classes
March 3-April 14 For May/June due dates VNA/Hospice Community Room, 535 Curran Highway, North Adams Registration/Information 413-664-5127
Six week courses cover all aspects of pre-natal nutrition and exercise, breathing techniques, labor and delivery, and infant care, plus a tour of the NARH Birthing Center. Call 664-5127 for more information.
CPR & First Aid Classes American Heart Association Approved
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
Saturday, March 27, 2010 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Community Room VNA & Hospice of Northern Berkshires 535 Curran Highway, North Adams, MA 01247 Information/registration: 413-664-5404
This course focuses on healthcare providers who respond to cardiovascular and respiratory emergencies. Students will be taught the skills needed for adult, child and infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED), the recognition and treatment of choking and safety factors and actual rescue.
First Aid with CPR and AED
Thursday, March 18, 2010 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Community Room VNA & Hospice of Northern Berkshires 535 Curran Highway, North Adams, MA 01247 Information/registration: 413-664-5404
The Heartsaver First Aid with CPR class is designed for those who want or need CPR with the added benefit of basic skills in First Aid. The course is taught in one day and students will be certified for two years. This course may be valid for those who need to be certified in CPR (daycare providers, life guards, medical assistants).
Tobacco Treatment Programs
Contact: Tobacco Treatment Coordinator at 664-5567
REACH for Community Health sponsors programs and initiatives with the goals of preventing area residents from taking up smoking or to assist smokers in quitting. Smoking and/or chewing tobacco is both a habit and an addiction. REACH addresses these factors in its programming.
Support Groups
Eileen Barrett Women’s Cancer Support Group
March 18, April 15 Open to all women who are in active treatment or recently recovered from cancer
Clark House on the NARH Campus Information/Registration for next date: 413-664-5170
The Eileen Barrett Women’s Cancer Support Group meets once a month at the Clark House Building on the North Adams Regional Hospital Campus. The first hour of the meeting features relaxation, stress management and other complementary care modalities. A short break with light snacks follows the first hour. The second hour is a support group session offered in a confidential setting, facilitated by Maggie Bittman, M.Ed. The group is open to any woman in active treatment for cancer or recently recovered.
Alzheimer’s Support Group at Sweet Brook Continuing Care Facility
Support Group for residents and their families dealing with Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Educational Classroom Sweetbrook Transitional Care Facility Williamstown, MA Facilitator: Mark Massaconi Information on next date: 413-458-8127, ext 109
Alzheimer’s Information and Support Group at VNA/Hospice of Northern Berkshires
Support Group for family, friends and caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s and related Dementia
Second Tuesday of each month 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm VNA/Hospice Community Room 535 Curran Highway, North Adams Facilitator: Beth Hinkley-Mougin Information: 413-664-4536
Bereavement Support Group
For those suffering from loss of a loved one Please call for next session
VNA/Hospice Community Room 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm 535 Curran Highway, North Adams Facilitators: Corrine Zinni Case, LMHC and Carla Meehan, LSW Information/registration: 413-664-4536
Stroke Support Group March 11, April 8
Support Group for survivors, family members and caregivers of stroke.
Meets second Thursday of the month 12:00 pm -2:00 pm VNA/Hospice Community Room 535 Curran Highway, North Adams Facilitator: Corrine Zinni Case, LMHC Information/registration: 413-664-5404
Special Events
Berkshire Nursing Families 8th Annual Team Trivia Night Saturday, March 13, 2010 5:30 p.m. Williams Inn, Williamstown, MA
Join in the fun with Team Trivia and help support Berkshire Nursing Families. BNF provides education, lactation consultation, breast feeding hotline, and home visits-all provided free of charge to every family that needs them.
Got Questions? Get Answers! Getting Nosey-In your face about everything Ear, Nose and Throat with Dr. Bethany King, ENT Tuesday, March 23, 2010 6:30 p.m. VNA & Hospice of Northern Berkshires Community Room Information/registration: 413-664-5326
Girls Night Out-Dance Party Monday, April 26, 2010 North Adams Regional Hospital Main Lobby 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Information: 413-664-5326
REACH for Breast Health celebrates women’s health each year with a Girls Night Out. The night presents health information important to women, with a bit of fun thrown in. This year’s theme is Dance Party. Learn how to Hula, line dance, salsa or just move to the beat. Free massages provided by area massage therapists, mini-facials provided by the Clip Shop, Reiki demonstrations, stress relief, refreshments and prizes! Come join us.
Skin Cancer Screenings May 11 & 13, 2010 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm North Adams Regional Hospital Short Stay Unit Pre-registration is required: 413-664-5326
REACH in conjunction with the American Academy of Dermatology, conducts a free skin cancer screening each May. The screening is for community members who wish to consult a dermatologist about a skin concern. It is not a full body exam. Pre-registration is required.
Save the Date
Circus Smircus Sunday and Monday, July 11 & 12, 2010 Mt. Greylock High School, Williamstown, MA Information: 413-664-5073
Northern Berkshire Healthcare Tournament Friday, August 27, 2010 Waubeeka Golf Course Williamstown, MA Information: 413-664-5073
REACH Women’s’ Golf Tournament Wednesday, September 22, 2010 Waubeeka Golf Course Williamstown, MA Information: 413-664-5073
Resources
Family Medicine Wednesday’s on WNAW 1230 AM 8:30 a.m.
Your host Paul Hopkins covers health topics and takes your phone calls.
Caregiver’s Lending Library Information: 413.664.5404
Sponsored by the Horizon Program of the REACH Community Health Foundation, the Caregiver’s Lending Library is located at the David and Joyce Milne Public Library in Williamstown, MA. The Lending Library empowers caregivers through education, support and resources and enhances their ability to care for their loved ones and themselves.
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