September 10, 2007

Turlock - Emanuel Medical Center will offer in October 2007 a variety of health education classes and programs for residents of Turlock and nearby communities. 

All programs are offered in meeting rooms or facilities at the hospital located at 825 Delbon Avenue in Turlock. For more information on any program, call the Education Department at (209) 664-2580 unless otherwise noted. 

Blood Pressure Checks - FREE – Education Training Room – East Wing.  October 9 & 23 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. – No reservation or fee required.  Retired nurse members of the Auxiliary of Emanuel offer blood pressure checks. 

Childbirth Preparation Series (7 weeks) – Conference Room C - East Wing.  October 4, 11, 18, 25 November 1, 8, 15 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.  Preregistration and $55.00 series fee required.  Prepare for the birth of your child by attending this 7- week series. Topics include physiology of labor, relaxation exercises, paced breathing, breastfeeding, infant care and safety and a tour of the Mary Stuart Rogers Birthing Center.  Class is limited to 15 couples.   

Childbirth Preparation – Two-Day Weekend Childbirth Preparation – Conference Room C – East Wing.  October 13 and 14 – Saturday, October 13^th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, October 14^th from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Preregistration and $40.00 fee required.  Prepare for the birth of your child by attending this two-day class.  This weekend class will focus on the relaxation and coping skills needed for labor and birth, the birth process, infant care, breastfeeding, Cesarean birth and post-partum care.  A tour of the Mary Stuart Rogers Birthing Center is included.  Class is limited to 15 couples. 

Childbirth “Spanish” One-Day Intensive Childbirth Preparation – Conference Room C – East Wing.  October 27 from 12 Noon to 4:00 p.m. – Preregistration and $25.00 fee required.  This class is en Espanol and is designed for the Spanish speaking expectant families.  Class is limited to 15 couples. 

CPR Training - For Healthcare Providers – Conference Room C – East Wing.  October 1 from 9:00 to 3:30 p.m., – Preregistration and $40.00 fee required.This class is intended for Healthcare Providers.  Class is limited to 24 participants. 

CPR - Retraining for Healthcare Providers – Conference Room C – East Wing.  October 15 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Preregistration and $30.00 fee required.Requires knowledge of current AHA guidelines.  A copy of current CPR card must accompany registration.  Class size is limited. 

Diabetes Basics – Conference Room D&E – East Wing.  October 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon – BY PHYSICIAN REFERRAL ONLY – Preregistration required.  Are you a new diabetic?  Learn what and when you should eat and how to monitor your blood sugar.  You will also learn what blood sugar numbers mean and other ways to control your blood sugar.  

Heartsaver CPR & First Aid – Conference Room C – East Wing.  October 29 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  CPR from 9-12:30 p.m., First Aid from 1-5 p.m. – Preregistration and $60.00 fee required.  This class is approved for daycare providers.  Class size is limited.  

Hospice of Emanuel Volunteer Training – Conference Room C – East Wing- Call Hospice at (209) 664-2550.  October 19 and 20 – Friday, October 19^th from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, October 20^th from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  New volunteers must attend both sessions.  Preregistration and $25.00 fee required (Scholarships are available upon request).  Training sessions are scheduled in both English and Spanish.  The staff of Hospice of Emanuel is currently seeking individuals to become part of our Hospice team.  Individuals are needed to assist our terminally ill patients and their families by providing emotional support, respite care, and grief support. Volunteers are also needed to assist with vital clerical duties in the office.   

Support Groups  

Adolescents Grief Class – Education Training Room – East Wing – Call Hospice at (209) 664-2550.  Classes begin Monday, October 15 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. – Preregistration required and $15.00 donation.  For adolescents ages 13-18 who have experienced a loss.   

Breastfeeding Support Group – FREE - Meet in the lobby of the Hospital – NO Preregistration required.  For questions, contact Debbie Garner, RN, BSN at (209) 664-2660.  This new support group will meet every Tuesday from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.  No fee.  This group is open to all pregnant or breastfeeding women. 

Caring for the Caregiver Support Group – FREE – Education Training Room – East Wing - Call Hospice at (209) 664-2550.  October 22 at 7:00 p.m.  No fee.  A support group for caregivers.  Come join others who are providing care to a loved one or friend.  This group is also open to people who have a loved one in a Nursing Home. 

Emanuel Medical Center is a not-for-profit, community-based, Christian hospital serving Turlock and nearby Central Valley communities.