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LIFE AND HEALTH is published quarterly for friends of HALIFAX
REGIONALHEALTHSYSTEM, 2204WilbornAve., SouthBoston,VA24592,
434-517-3100, www.hrhs.org.
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Chairman,
Board of Directors
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Alzheimer’s Support Group
FourthWednesday of each month,
June 22, July 27, Aug. 24, 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, July 11, 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Edmunds 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, June 23, July 28, Aug. 25,
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, June 13, Aug. 8, 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, July 21, Sept. 15, 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, June 21,
July 19, Aug. 16, 7 p.m.
Second Baptist Church, Watkins Avenue,
South Boston
For people who are caring for
children with Autism Spec-
trum Disorder. To learn more,
call
434-575-2345
.
Diabetes Group Class
W
Wednesday andThursday,
June 15 and 16, 1 to 5 p.m.
W
Saturday, July 30, 9 a.m.
to 5 p.m.
W
Tuesday, Wednesday and
Thursday, Aug. 9–11, 6 to
8:30 p.m.
Fuller-Roberts Conference
Room, HRH
Learn to monitor your blood
glucose levels, take medication
appropriately, plan nutritious meals and
snacks, make exercise an important part of
your life, manage stress, and prevent com-
plications 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
W
Monday, Aug. 1, 8, 15, and 22, 7 to
9:30 p.m.
W
Saturday, Oct. 8, 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)
FourthTuesday of eachmonth, June 28,
July 26, Aug. 23, 1 to 3 p.m. or 6 to 8 p.m.
Leggett Auditorium/Fuller-Roberts
Conference Room, 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, June 14,
July 12, Aug. 9, 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.