HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WELLNESS EDUCATION Teen’s Guide to Understanding Healthcare Wed., May 1 − 5 to 6:30 pm
DIABETES EDUCATION Pre-Diabetes Program Wed., Apr. 24 and May 1 OR May 29 and Jun. 5 – 6 to 7:30 pm Conference Room I, Doylestown Hospital For the person who has not yet been officially diagnosed with diabetes, but has a fasting glucose of 100 to 125. Topics include physical activity, promoting weight loss, meal planning, and blood glucose monitoring. The second class reviews meal plans, food labels, shopping for and preparing healthy meals. Registration required. To register, call 215.345.2168. Fee: $40
BEREVEMENT PROGRAMS Doylestown Health Hospice provides a comprehensive bereavement program for individuals who have lost loved ones. For more information, call 215.345.2079 or visit dhospice.com.
Can You Let It Go? Wed., Apr. 24 − 6 to 8 pm Warrington Room, Health & Wellness Center Join bereavement coordinators for a discussion on residual emotions and loss. Do guilt and anger serve a purpose? Do they have any positive benefits? Can we learn to forgive ourselves and move forward? Join us in tackling this challenging topic. Registration required. Free
Who Am I Now? Wed., May 8 − 10 am to Noon Tues., Jul. 23 − 1 to 3 pm Warrington Room, Health & Wellness Center Gain insight into grief and loss, a better understanding of the grief process, develop coping strategies and become familiar with resources and support in our community. Registration required. Free
Conference Room J, Doylestown Hospital Designed for high school students and their parents, learn the skills needed to navigate healthcare away from home. Topics include urgent care vs. emergency care, how to reserve and prepare for appointments, understanding basic insurance terms, how to use a pharmacy, filling prescriptions and medicine safety. Dinner provided. Registration required. Fee: $10/person
Substance Abuse and Opioid Resources in the Community Tues., May 7 – 5 to 6 pm VIA Auditorium, Health & Wellness Center The misuse and overuse of substances, including opioids, is a national crisis. Join Dave Fialko, certified prevention specialist from The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, to learn how the brain of an addict works, what causes an overdose and how to recognize and respond. Registration required. Free
How to Conquer Clutter Using Your Learning Style Tues., May 21 − Noon to 12:30 pm OR 1 to 1:30 pm Conference Room J, Doylestown Hospital Did you know that there are seven different learning styles? Professional organization expert Darla Pompilio will show you how understanding your learning styles can help make conquering clutter less stressful and more productive. Registration recommended. Free
Caregiver Workshop Wed., May 22 − 6 to 7:30 pm, Warminster Township Library, 1076 Emma Ln., Warminster Learn about services and support for primary caregivers. Panel includes representatives from Doylestown Health, Pine Run Lakeview, Bucks County Area Agency on Aging and Active Day Adult Day Care. Q&A follows presentation. Registration required. To register, call 215.672.1870. Free
Are Sugar and Carbs Really the Enemy? Tues., Jun. 4 − 11:30 am to Noon OR 12:30 pm to 1 pm Conference Room J, Doylestown Hospital During the 1990’s, it was the fear of fats. Now, the diet industry is telling us to fear sugar. Learn the role carbs and sugar have in a healthy diet. Registration required. Fee: Attend in person for free or join the online webinar for $5.
Spice Up Your Kitchen: Health Benefits of Seasoning Thurs., Jun. 20 − 11:45 am to 12:15 pm OR 12:30 to 1 pm Conference Room J, Doylestown Hospital Did you know that many herbs and spices were used for their medicinal properties? Learn about health benefits of seasonings. Registration required. Fee: Attend in person for free or join the online webinar for $5.
Tai Chi Easy™ Thurs., Jun. 20 − 4 to 5 pm Christ’s Home Senior Community Clubhouse, 120 Shepherd’s Way, Warminster Tai Chi can increase balance, lower blood pressure, improve sleep and provide health benefits. Tai Chi Easy™ uses gentle movement, breath practice, self-applied massage and meditation. Increase energy and improve your body’s ability to heal itself. Registration required. To register, call 215.672.1870. Free
Darkness to Light’s Stewards of Children Program Mon., Jun. 24 − 8 to 10:30 am OR 11 am to 1:30 pm Tues., Jul. 23 − 4 to 6:30 pm OR 7 to 9:30 pm Mon., Aug. 26 − 3 to 5:30 pm OR 6 to 8:30 pm Conference Room J, Doylestown Hospital One in ten children will be sexually abused before the age of 18. Stewards of Children® is a two hour facilitator led training which teaches adults to prevent, recognize and react responsibility to child sexual abuse. This training, provided by the Beau Biden Foundation for the Protection of Children, helps adults keep the kids in their lives safe from abuse. Registration required. Free