LIVING HEALTHY

Adventist HealthCare offers classes, events and activities to support a healthy body, mind and spirit. Many of our classes and seminars are now being offered virtually. For the most up-to-date information about our classes, visit AHCYou.com/SU23Calendar.

PRENATAL, FAMILY AND WOMEN’S HEALTH

Childbirth & Breastfeeding Classes

Adventist HealthCare offers online pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding classes so that you can prepare for baby in the comfort and safety of your own home. Classes include:

• Childbirth & Infant Care

• Breastfeeding

To learn more and register, visit AHCYou.com/ SU23Birth.

Support Groups

Adventist HealthCare offers several online support groups for parents. To learn more, visit AHCYou.com/SU23Calendar or call 800-542-5096.

BEST: Breastfeeding Education, Support and Togetherness

When: Wednesdays from 10:30–11:30 a.m. Preregistration is required.

Where: Visit AHCYou.com/SU23Best for more details.

Discovering Motherhood: Adjusting to Your New Role

When: Mondays from 10:30–11:30 a.m. Preregistration is required.

Where: Visit AHCYou.com/SU23Moms for more details.

Mental Health Support Groups

Virtual support groups are available and open to patients, families and community members. Visit AHCYou.com/SU23Support for more information.

NUTRITION, FITNESS AND WEIGHT LOSS

Bariatric Surgery Post-Op Support Group

This group provides ongoing support for those who have had weight-loss surgery at Adventist HealthCare Shady

Grove Medical Center. Registration is not required.

Info: Visit AHCYou.com/SU23WeightLoss for more details.

Cpr Classes

Adventist HealthCare Life Support partners with the American Heart Association (AHA) to provide convenient CPR and First Aid courses. Visit AHCYou.com/SU23CPR for course schedules, locations and registration.

AHA Heartsaver CPR/AED and First Aid

The AHA’s Heartsaver course is designed for individuals with little or no medical training who need first aid and CPR training for a job, regulatory or other requirements. This five-hour combined program is for teens and adults who want to be prepared to act in an emergency.

Class is offered in-person.

Cost: $125 for one attendee, discounts for multiple registrants.

When: Monthly; please visit AHCYou.com/ SU23CPR.

American Heart Association: Infant Safety & CPR for Parents

This class teaches safety, choking management and CPR for newborns through age 1. An AHA Family & Friends CPR attendance card will be given to each participant upon completion. NO BABIES PLEASE.

Cost: $75 for one couple; $30 for each additional attendee (four maximum)

When: Monthly; please visit AHCYou.com/ SU23CPR.

American Heart Association: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP

We offer the full suite of AHA clinical courses. If you are a healthcare professional needing basic or advanced CPR certification, please contact us for details about class schedules and pricing.

Home

Alone Class

Adventist HealthCare’s Home Alone Program provides children with the skills and knowledge to be safe and responsible when home alone for short periods of time. This course is intended for children ages 8 to 12 who are ready to take their first steps toward independence and being without adult supervision.

Cost: $50/individual, discounts available for multiple registrants.

When: Visit AHCYou.com/SU23Home for more details.

Child & Babysitting Safety

Child & Babysitting Safety is an education program from the American Safety & Health Institute for children ages 12 and older who are planning to provide babysitting services for young children and infants. This four-hour course will help students develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to effectively supervise and manage children in their care.

Cost: $75/individual, discounts available for multiple registrants.

When: Visit AHCYou.com/SU23Babysitting for more details.

Community Health

Adventist HealthCare offers programs for diabetes, healthy eating, stroke and more. For information on available programs, visit AHCYou.com/SU23Calendar.

Rehab Support Groups

Amputee Support Group

When: Meets the last Thursday of each month from 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Info: Visit AHCYou.com/SU23Rehab for more information.

Brain Injury Support Group

When: Meets every second Thursday of the month from 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Info: Visit AHCYou.com/SU23Rehab for more information. Family members are welcome.

Grupo de apoyo de daño cerebral en español

Le invitamos al grupo de apoyo en español para personas que han tenido un derrame cerebral.

Cuándo: Nos reunimos el tercer martes de cada mes a las 6:30 p.m. via Zoom y también en persona. Donde: Nos reunimos en la clínica Adventista en el White Oak Medical Pavilion, tercer piso 11886 Healing Way en Silver Spring, MD.

Para Obtener Información: Comuníquese con Amelie Bail: ABail@ AdventistHealthCare.com. Familiares y amistades que brindan apoyo también quedan invitados.

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group

Our support group welcomes individuals and care partners living with Parkinson’s disease. We invite you to connect with others facing similar challenges in a safe, comfortable and supportive environment. Activities include guest speakers, networking and sharing of resources. This virtual group is facilitated by a physical therapist and speechlanguage pathologist. New members are always welcome.

When: Second Thursday of the month from Noon–1 p.m.

Info: Call 240-637-6040 or visit AHCYou.com/ SU23Rehab.

Cancer Support

Our expert-led educational seminars cover a wide range of topics about your health and well-being as a cancer patient. We bring you the information you need for all aspects of navigating cancer including How to Talk to Kids About Cancer, Financial Strategies for Life with Cancer and more. Visit AHCYou.com/ SU23Cancer for more information.

Nutritional Management of Side Effects of Treatment

Managing side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy can help avoid breaks in treatment. Examples of possible side effects are taste changes, diarrhea, constipation, nausea and more. Learn how to reduce the common side effects with our expert oncology nutritionist.

When: First Friday of every other month from 1:30–2:30 p.m.

Info: Visit AHCYou.com/SU23Cancer for more information.

Ask a Dietitian

Join our oncology nutrition specialists for a short talk on interesting and important nutrition topics followed by an open conversation answering your questions about diet, cancer, wellness and more.

When: Second Tuesday of the month from 1:30–2:30 p.m.

Info: Visit AHCYou.com/SU23Cancer for more information.

Cooking with Patty and Nick Oncology nutritionist Patricia GuayBerry and Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center Executive Chef Nick Haller invite you to bring healthy eating choices into your kitchen! The duo demonstrate how to prepare delicious and nutritious recipes in this fun cooking show.

When: Every other month on the second Wednesday from 6–7 p.m.

Info: Visit AHCYou.com/SU23Cancer for more information.

Good Nutrition for Cancer Care

An expert oncology nutritionist helps patients and their families thrive during treatment and beyond. Learn how to lessen side effects, maintain a healthy weight and avoid breaks in treatment.

When: Third Tuesday of the month from 2–3:30 p.m.

Info: Visit AHCYou.com/SU23Cancer for more information.

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