Halifax Regional Health System | Life & Health | Fall 2014 - page 8

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Is surgery on your schedule?
Find out what to expect at our
free educational event, “General
Surgery 101.” See page 5.
Alzheimer’s Support Group
FourthWednesday of each month,
Oct. 22, Nov. 26, Dec. 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
434-517-7529
for more
information.
The Arc of Southern Virginia
First Tuesday of each month,
Nov. 4, Dec. 2, 6:30 p.m.
Leggett Auditorium, HRH
The Arc helps people with intellectual
and developmental disabilities in Meck-
lenburg, Halifax and Charlotte counties
to be fully active in their communities.
Call
434-222-8931
for more information.
Baby Basics and Beyond
Nov. 24, 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Edmunds Room, HRH
Especially bene cial for rst-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
to register.
Better Breathers
Support Group
Nov. 20, 6 p.m.
Edmunds 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
Meetings will resume in February 2015
Bosom Buddies is open to anyone
who has breast cancer or is interested
in learning more about breast cancer.
Call
434-374-5207
for more information.
Breastfeeding Class
Nov. 10, 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Fuller-Roberts Conference Room/
Edmunds Room, HRH
This class prepares moms-to-be for
successful breastfeeding experiences.
To register, call
434-517-3336
.
Diabetes Group Class
Nov. 8, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Leggett Auditorium, 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
434-517-3694
. Free.
Look Good...Feel Better
Dates scheduled as requested
This hourlong workshop for women
undergoing active cancer treatment
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 is required. Call
434-476-2714
for
more information.
Prepared Childbirth Class
Dec. 13, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Edmunds Room, HRH
Moms-to-be and their birthing partners
learn how to work together to have a posi-
tive birthing experience. Class includes
discussion of relaxation techniques,
anesthesia 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.
RISE (Resource Information
Sessions of Encouragement)
Fourth Tuesday of each month,
Nov. 25, 1 to 3 p.m.
Leggett Auditorium, HRH
A series of monthly meetings o ering sup-
port and encouragement for those who are
experiencing loss. Call
434-517-3716
for
more information.
Stroke/Aphasia Support Group
Meetings will resume in 2015
This support group is for stroke survi-
vors, co-survivors, and anyone wishing
to learn more about stroke and aphasia.
Call
434-454-7606
for more information.
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event calendar online.
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and click on
“Wellness Events.”
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