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LIFE AND HEALTH is published quarterly for friends of HALIFAX
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Chairman,
Board of Directors
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Alzheimer’s Support Group
FourthWednesday of each month,
Jan. 26, Feb. 23, March 23, 3:30 p.m.,
TheWoodview, 103 Rosehill Drive,
South Boston
Join others who are caring for someone
with Alzheimer’s disease or a similar form
of dementia. Call
434-517-3094
for more
information.
Baby Basics and Beyond
Monday, Jan. 10, 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Fuller-Roberts Conference Room, HRH
Especially benefcial for frst-time moms
and dads. Topics include diapering, infant
illnesses, feeding and bathing a newborn,
cord and circumcision care, and much
more. Call HRH’s Family Birthing Center at
434-517-3336
for more information.
Better Breathers
Support Group
Thursday, March 24, April 28, 6 p.m.
Edmunds Conference Room, HRH
For people who have lung problems, who
are caring for someone with lung disease or
who are interested in learning about lung
disease. To learn more, call
434-517-3846
.
BosomBuddies Support Group
Monday, Feb. 14, April 11, 7 to 9 p.m.
Edmunds Conference Room, HRH
Bosom Buddies is open to anyone who
has breast cancer or is interested in learn-
ing more about breast cancer. Call
434-
374-5207
for more information.
Breastfeeding Class
Thursday, Jan. 20, March 17, 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Fuller-Roberts Conference Room, HRH
This class prepares moms-to-be for suc-
cessful breastfeeding experiences. To
register, call
434-517-3336
.
Caregivers of Autistic Children
Third Tuesday of each month, Jan. 18,
Feb. 15, March 15, 7 p.m.
Fuller-Roberts Conference Room, HRH
For people who are caring for children with
Autism Spectrum Disorder. To learn more,
call
434-575-2345
.
Diabetes Group Class
W
Wednesday andThursday, Jan. 12–13,
2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
W
Saturday, Feb. 26, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
W
Wednesday and Thursday,
March 16–17, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Fuller-Roberts Conference Room, HRH
Learn to monitor your blood glucose levels,
take medication appropriately, plan nutri-
tious meals and snacks, make exercise
an important part of your life, manage
stress, and prevent complications related
to diabetes. Registration is required. Call
434-517-3804
. Free.
Look Good...Feel Better
Dates scheduled as needed
Workshop for women undergoing active
cancer treatment. This hour-long workshop
explains how to moisturize your skin, add
color and excitement to your face, and
achieve a brighter outlook on life. Free skin
care/makeup kit for participants. Registra-
tion required. Call
434-517-3635
for more
information.
Prepared Childbirth Class
Saturday, Feb. 12, April 9, 8:30 a.m. to
4:30 p.m.
Fuller-Roberts Conference Room, HRH
Moms-to-be and their birthing partners
learn how to work together to have a
positive birthing experience. Class includes
discussion of relaxation techniques, anes-
thesia and postpartum adjustments, as well
as a tour of HRH’s Family Birthing Center.
Call
434-517-3336
to register or for more
information. Fee required.
R.I.S.E. (Resource Information
Sessions of Encouragement)
Fourth Tuesday of each month, Jan. 25,
Feb. 22, 1 to 3 p.m.
Leggett Auditorium, HRH
A series of monthly meetings ofering sup-
port and encouragement for those who are
experiencing loss. Call
434-517-3716
for
more information.
Stroke/Aphasia Support Group
Second Tuesday of each month, Jan. 11,
Feb. 8, March 8, 2 p.m.
Edmunds Conference Room, HRH
This support group is for stroke survivors,
co-survivors, and anyone wishing to learn
more about stroke and aphasia. Call
434-517-3094
for more information.