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LIFE AND HEALTH is published quarterly for friends of HALIFAX
REGIONALHEALTHSYSTEM, 2204WilbornAve., SouthBoston,VA24592,
434-517-3100,
www.hrhs.org.
Chris A. Lumsden
CEO, Administrator
David H. White Jr.
Chairman,
Board of Directors
Information in LIFE AND HEALTH comes from a wide range of medical
experts. If you have any concerns or questions about specific content that
may affect your health, please contact your healthcare provider. For more
wellness information, brochures or other information about our services,
please call the public relations office at 434-517-3635.
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James F. Witko, MD
President, Medical Staff
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Manager,
Marketing and Communications
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Alzheimer’s Support Group
FourthWednesday of each month,
March 28, April 25, May 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.
The Arc of Southern Virginia
First Tuesday of each month,
April 3, May 1, June 5, 6:30 p.m.
Leggett Auditorium, HRH
Friends of the Arc advocates for people
with intellectual and developmental dis-
abilities and their families in Mecklenburg,
Halifax and Charlotte counties, and works
to foster full inclusion in active participa-
tion in the community for the enrichment
of the lives of these individuals and their
families by providing community educa-
tion, support, information and referrals. Call
434-222-8931
for more information.
Baby Basics and Beyond
Monday, May 14, July 23, 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Fuller-Roberts Conference Room, HRH
Especially beneficial for first-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
Fourth Thursday of each month,
March 22, April 26, May 24, 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
.
Bosom Buddies Support
Group
Monday, April 9, June 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
W
Thursday, March 15, May 24,
7 to 9 p.m.
W
Monday, July 9, 7 to 9 p.m.
Fuller-Roberts Conference Room, HRH
This class prepares moms-to-be for suc-
cessful breastfeeding experiences. To
register, call
434-517-3336
.
Diabetes Group Class
W
Wednesday andThursday, March 14
and 15, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Leggett Auditorium
W
Tuesday, Wednesday andThursday,
April 10-12, 6 to 8:30 p.m.
W
Saturday, May 19, 9 a.m. to 5 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.
Halifax County AIDS Service
Organization
First Thursday of each month,
April 5, May 3, June 7, 6:30 p.m.
Fuller-Roberts Conference Room, HRH
The mission of the Halifax County HIV/
AIDS Service Organization is to provide
care, coordination of services and aware-
ness to those affected by HIV/AIDS in
Halifax County and surrounding areas. Call
434-579-5369
for more information.
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 is required. Call
434-476-2714
for
more information.
Prepared Childbirth Class
W
Saturday, April 21,
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Fuller-Roberts Conference Room, HRH
W
Mondays, June 4, 11, 18 and 25,
7 to 9:30 p.m.
Leggett Auditorium
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.
RISE (Resource Information
Sessions of Encouragement)
Fourth Tuesday of each month,
March 27, April 24, May 22,
1 to 3 p.m. or 6 to 8 p.m.
Leggett Auditorium, HRH or
Fuller-Roberts Conference Room, HRH
A series of monthly meetings offering sup-
port and encouragement for those who are
experiencing loss. Call
434-517-3755
for
more information.
Stroke/Aphasia Support Group
Second Tuesday of each month,
March 13, April 10, May 8, June 12,
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.
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