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Low-Cost Immunizations
Offered by Cuyahoga County Board of Health
at SJMC Community Outreach
Fridays, 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
29160 Center Ridge Road, Suite R, Westlake
By Appointment only, Call 216-201-2041
HEALTH SCREENINGS
Free
Blood Pressure
Screenings
Avon Lake – Old Firehouse
Community Center
100 Avon Belden Road, Avon Lake
3rd Tuesday – every month
12:30 – 2:00 pm
Emerald Village
30344 Lorain Road, North Olmsted
1st Tuesday – every month
9:30 – 11:00 am
The Northridge Apartments
35900 Westminister Ave,
North Ridgeville
2nd Tuesday – every month
9:30 – 11:00 am
North Olmsted Senior Center
28114 Lorain Road, North Olmsted
1st & 3rd Monday – every month
10:00 – 11:30 am
Westlake Recreation Center
28955 Hilliard Blvd., Westlake
2nd Monday – every month, 9 –11 am
4th Monday – every month, 6 – 8 pm
Westlake Center for Community Services
29694 Center Ridge Road, Westlake
Thursdays, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
West Shore Family Branch YMCA
1575 Columbia Road
1st Monday – every month
9:00 – 11:00 am
3rd Wednesday – every month
5:00 – 7:00 pm
Our House
27633 Bassett Road, Westlake
2nd Monday – every month
10:00 – 11:30 am
Rocky River Senior Center
21014 Hilliard Blvd., Rocky River
2nd & 4th Monday – every month
12:30 – 3:00 pm
French Creek YMCA
2010 Recreation Lane, Avon
1st Monday – every month
6:00 – 7:30 pm
FREE HEART HEALTHY SCREENINGS
| CHOLESTEROL | GLUCOSE | BLOOD PRESSURE |
No fasting required for these screenings. No reservations needed.
Screenings may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
Wellness literature available.
Avon Lake –Old Firehouse Community Center
100 Avon Belden Rd. Avon Lake
Tuesday, July 9
10 – 12 am
Avon Oaks Caring Community
37800 French Creek Rd.
Tuesday, August 20
9:00 am – 11 am
SJMC Festival of the Arts
Building 2, 1st Floor both A&B
29000 Center Ridge Road, Westlake
Sat/Sun July 13 and 14
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
BP, Cholesterol, Glucose, Balance screening, Foot Screening. Skin Screening, Depression screening,
Free
Balance
Screenings
Westlake Family Health Center
26908 Detroit Road, Westlake
Suite 300, Rehab Services
Please call 440-414-6050
to schedule the screening
as space is limited.
Free
Audiology
Screenings
St. John Medical Center Speech and Audiology
29101 Health Campus Drive, Westlake
Bldg. 2, Second Floor, Suite 290
Call for appointment
at 440-835-6160
SUPPORT GROUPS
St. John Medical Center sponsors a variety of support groups for area residents who join together to face life’s many challenges.
These groups do not meet on holidays
GENERAL
Adult ADHD Support Group
Facilitated by ADHD Coach Joyce Kubik.
Join others with ADHD to learn how they manage daily concerns, and gain a positive insight to living with ADHD.
Non-ADHD spouses are welcome.
When: 2nd Thurs of every month
Times: 7:00 – 9:00 pm
St. John Medical Center Community Outreach Center
29160 Center Ridge Road, Suite R, Westlake
Information? Call Joyce 440-933-8309 or email at joyce@bridgetosuccess.net
Child ADHD Support Group for Parents
Facilitated by ADHD Coach Joyce Kubik
Join other parents who have children with ADHD to discuss effective ways to cope and to help children take ownership of their disorder.
When: 4th Thursday of every month
Times: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
St. John Medical Center Community Outreach Center
29160 Center Ridge Road, Suite R, Westlake
For information call Joyce 440-933-8309 or email at joyce@bridgetosuccess.net
Low Vision Support Group through the Cleveland Low Vision Center
Westlake Village hosts the Low Vision Support Group through the Cleveland Low Vision Center.
This monthly meeting is open to all individuals with any type of vision loss or impairment. It is an excellent source of empathy and practical advice run by blind and visually impaired persons with the help of sighted volunteers. All are invited to share experiences, insights and the special camaraderie of those who have lost vision. Various speakers and community members are invited to present on an array of topics such as safety, overall health, technology advances and more. Group discussions are encouraged to share successes and struggles.
440-892-4200 with any questions
1st Friday of every month in the Dover Room
At 1 – 3 pm.
Contact Sarah Pechaitis at 440-892-4200for questions
Westlake Village
28550 Westlake Village Dr. Westlake
Sight Support
Coordinator: Ann Allen retired RN
The group offers support, assistance and information regarding all aspects of vision loss.
Rocky River Senior Center
21014 Hilliard Blvd.
Meets the 4th Tuesday of the month at 10AM
Call to make a reservation: 440-333-6660
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis and their families and invited to join this group. Members share experiences with other individuals dealing with MS who can understand and identify with them.
Second Wednesday of every month starting in March at/7:00pm
North Olmsted Senior Center/ 28114 Lorain Rd., North Olmsted
For more information contact 440-777-8100
Better Breathers Club
A support group for those people suffering from lung disease.
Various topics chosen by members are discussed.
First Tuesday of every month starting in June
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
SJMC Westlake Family Health Center
26908 Detroit Road, Suite 300, Westlake
For more information call 440-250-2042 or Lynn.Gorton@csauh.com
Over Breathers Anonymous
A bi-monthly review of breathing techniques for patients who have lung disease and anxiety problems. Individuals must have had some previous experience in attending some formal Buteyko techniques. Contact: Lynn Gorton RRT, Buteyko Breathing Educator (BBE). At 440 -250-2042 or
Tuesday, July 16
From 1 – 2 pm
SJMC Westlake Family Health Center
26908 Detroit Road, Suite 300, Westlake
For more information call 440-250-2042 or email Lynn.Gorton@csauh.com
Oct 15
A Second Chance- A Lung Transplant Support Group
This monthly group is for anyone who is considering or has received a lung transplant. Family and friends are welcome.
Meets second Monday of every month
6:00 pm -8:00 pm
SJMC Westlake Family Health Center
26908 Detroit Road, Suite 300, Westlake
For more information call 440-250-2042 or email Lynn.Gorton@csauh.com
ADDICTION SECTION
Overeaters Anonymous
Overeaters Anonymous is a fellowship of individuals who, through shared experience, strength and hope are recovering from compulsive overeating. We welcome everyone who wants to stop eating compulsively. There are no dues or fees for members.
Meets on Sunday mornings at
10:00 – 11:00am
SJMC
29000 Center Ridge Rd., Westlake
Building 2, 1st floor, Aud B
Food Addicts Anonymous
Offers hope and recovery for the disease of food addiction. Support group for obesity, anorexia and bulimia.
Meets every Friday at 7:00 pm in Aud. B, and Sunday at 6:00 pm in Aud A
SJMC
29000 Center Ridge Rd., Westlake
Building 2, 1st floor,
For more information or questions call Kay at 216-548-3366 or Gloria at 440-327-9492
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS SUPPORT MEETING
Closed Therapy 12 Step Meeting for people who think they have a gambling problem. This is a group meeting to find out if you are a compulsive gambler.
Open therapy to get an understanding how to overcome the compulsion to gamble. Gamblers Anonymous is a worldwide organization committed to help compulsive gamblers. All you need is a desire to stop gambling to attend.
For more info contact Matt R. at 440-752-3315 or Gamblers Anonymous at 1-626-960-3500 for a meeting in your area. Or go to gamblersanonymous.com
Every Saturday morning @ 10:00 am to 11:00am
SJMC Community Outreach Center, 29160 Center Ridge Rd. Suite R. Westlake
CAREGIVER SUPPORT
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support Groups
Facilitated by the Alzheimer’s Association
The Alzheimer’s Association’s Caregiver Support Groups are designed to provide emotional, educational, and social support for caregivers through regularly scheduled meetings. They help participants develop methods and skills to solve problems. The groups encourage caregivers to maintain their own personal, physical, and emotional health, as well as optimally care for the person with dementia. For information or questions, please call 1-800-272-3900.
· North Olmsted Senior Center
28114 Lorain Rd., North Olmsted
1st Monday of the month at 2:30 pm
· Westbay Care and Rehab Center
27601 Westchester Parkway, Westlake
2nd Thursday of every month at 7:00 pm
· Alzheimer’s Association
38440 Chester Rd., Avon
1st Wednesday of every month at 7:00pm
· Cornerstone United Methodist Church
2949 West River Rd., Elyria
2nd Thursday of each month 6:00 pm
Caring for the Caregiver
Caregivers are often so concerned with caring for their loved ones needs that they lose sight of their own well being. In this support group you will be able to share stories, ideas and advice to others who are taking care of a loved one. Professional guest speakers are here to assist you. Light refreshments provided. Meets the last Thursday of each month from 1:30 – 3:00 pm. RSVP by the 20th of each month at 440-871-0090.
Lutheran Home at Concord Reserve, 2116 Dover Center, Westlake
BEREAVEMENT
New Beginnings
Facilitated by Hospice of the Western Reserve
A monthly support group for young widows and widowers (age 55 and younger). This group is open-ended and on-going.
Second Wednesday of every month
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
SJMC Community Outreach
29160 Center Ridge Rd., Suite R., Westlake
For further information contact the Elizabeth Prentiss Bereavement Center at 216-486-6838
CANCER
Hope Group
A support group for newly diagnosed breast cancer individuals and for breast cancer survivors.
Facilitators: Joyce Forristell, CBPN-IC and Lydia Gadd, LPCC-S
First Wednesdayof every month
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
SJMC Community Outreach
29160 Center Ridge Rd. Suite R., Westlake
For questions or RSVP: call Joyce Forristell, CBPN-IC at 440-827-5459
“I Am Not Alone”
For all cancer survivors, family and friends.
Meets second Tuesday of every month
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
SJMC Community Outreach Center
29160 Center Ridge Rd., Suite R., Westlake
For information on above cancer support group, call Facilitator Tina Hlaverty, RN
216-476-1717
Diabetes Support Group
This is a support group for persons with diabetes and their families. Members enjoy the support, encouragement and friendship of their peers. For more information, call DeAna Rodriguez, RN, CDE at 440-827-5341.
All meetings are held at the
Westlake Family Health Center
26908 Detroit Rd, Suite 300, Westlake, Ohio
Meetings are free. No physician referral is required.
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month
No support group in August
Diabetes Support Group
Westlake Village Staff hosts the Diabetes Support Group on the 2nd Thursday of every month in the Dover room At 2 :00 pm
Participants are encouraged to share their successes and challenges for the benefit of the group. Speakers, medical news and diet updates to support a healthy lifestyle for those dealing with diabetes will be featured.
For questions call Julia Gruss at 440-892-6240
Westlake Village
28550 Westlake Village Dr. Westlake
FYI – Diabetes Support Group
Meets the second Tuesday of every month
11:00 am
Westlake Center for Community Services
29694 Center Ridge Rd., Westlake
For information contact Jennifer Yoo at 440-899-3544
Diabetes Support Group
Meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month a
from 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Avon Lake United Church of Christ: 32801 Electric Blvd. Avon Lake.
RSVP preferred, call 440-933-3241
Diabetes Empowerment Group
Rocky River Senior Center (21012 Hilliard Blvd.)
4th Wednesday of each month at from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm.
A staff member from the Diabetes Partnership of Cleveland presents a different diabetes related topic. This is for people with diabetes, people at risk for diabetes, and their family/friends. All topics are based around developing healthy behaviors to better manage diabetes. To register call – 440-333-6660 (this group does not meet in June, July, August)
Postnatal Support Groups
Beyond Birth
No matter if this is your first or fifth newborn; receive the support of other new mothers with infants. Discuss current concerns, learn stages of growth and development, community resources and interact with other mothers.
Every Thursday,
1:00 pm – 3: 00 p.m.
SJMC Community Outreach
29160 Center Ridge Rd., Suite R. Westlake
Free and no registration needed
Breastfeeding Group
Come and meet with other moms who have experienced the joy of breastfeeding and have all your questions answered. This group is facilitated by an International Board Certified Lactation consultant.
Every Wednesday
10:00 am – 12:00 noon
SJMC Community Outreach
29160 Center Ridge Rd., Suite R, Westlake
Free and no registration needed
Stroke/Parkinson Support Group
Westlake Center for Community Services
29694 Center Ridge Rd., Westlake
Meets the first Monday of every month at 1:00pm-3:00pm.
(March through December)
This is a free, interactive support group.
Each meeting will provide education and support to those affected and their loved ones.
Speakers, Q&A, discussion and support. Light refreshments served.
Facilitators: Ellen Rogers, BSN, and Trudy Tift, RN, SJMC
Sponsored by SJMC, Westlake Center for Community Services, Devon Oaks and Rae Ann. For information, contact Jennifer Yoo at 440-899-3544
CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION & PROGRAMS
If you are planning on delivering or thinking about delivering at St. John Medical Center, please feel free to call the Maternity Dept at 440-827-5093 and schedule a tour. You to ask questions of the caregivers, see a labor and delivery room, and meet the staff.
Monthly Car Seat Inspection Location
St. John Medical Center Community Outreach Center and WFD
By appointment only. Call 440-827-5440 to schedule your appointment for the first Wednesday morning of every month
The Holistic Birth Options
By Certified Nurse Midwives Colleen Brezine, Maureen Stein-Vavro, Susan Dornan, Sharon Johnson and Colleen Zelonis
RSVP: 877-597-6348
This class will cover a variety of birthing options including an introduction to our “Holistic Birth Center” program, which will discuss the criteria for utilizing the birth center. We will share topics surrounding natural childbirth options, including the relaxing properties of hydrotherapy during labor & birth, aromatherapy, therapeutic use of music and relaxation techniques in an effort to achieve a satisfying birth experience. During the class you also be introduced to the unique services offered by a midwife and a doula. This class is open to anyone interested in exploring childbirth options. A tour of the Holistic Birth Center will complete the class. Class Cost is free. Light snacks and beverages will be provided. Class is held on Mondays, monthly from 7:00pm – 9:00pm, at St John Medical Center, Building 2, 1st Floor, Auditorium. B. Please see dates below:
· July 8th, 2013
Avoiding a C-Section
By Certified Nurse MidwivesColleen Brezine, Maureen Stein-Vavro, Susan Dornan, Sharon Johnson and Colleen Zelonis
RSVP: 877-597-6348
Whether you are a first time mom or a mom that has had a previous cesarean section this educational seminar is for you. With the national c-section rate being over 30% some are calling this surgery an epidemic. Come explore ways to increase your likelihood of a vaginal delivery. Class Cost is free. Light snacks provided. Class is held from 7:00pm – 9:00pm, at St John Medical Center, Building 2, 1st Floor, Auditorium. B. Please see dates below:
· Monday, July 29th, 2013
FREE CEU Programs
End Stage Cardiac Disease OK 45 people*
Therese Ashie, RN, Nurse Educator, Crossroads Hospice
Sponsored by Crossroads Hospice, Avon Oaks and SJMC
This program is an overview of cardiac disease and disease specific symptom management
Tuesday, July 16
8:00 am Registration and light breakfast
8:30 am – CE program
Avon Oaks Caring Community
37800 French Creek Rd., Avon
1 – CE for nurses social workers
RSVP: 877-597-6348
“Social Media: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly” OK 30 *
Vicky Kayatin, RN BSN SJMC
Sponsored by SJMC and Bradley Bay Health Center
The Benefits, Risks, and Consequences of Social Media for healthcare professionals and the public they serve.
Wednesday, July 24
7:30 am – Registration and Breakfast
8:00 am – CE program
Bradley Bay Health Center
605 Bradley Rd., Bay Village
1 – CE for Nurses
RSVP: 877-597-6348
The Effects of Socio-Economic, Ethnic and Racial Disparities in HealthcareOK 30*
Jackie Gerspacher, LSW, CCM
Sponsored by Life Care Center of Westlake and SJMC
At the end of this program the participant should be able to define culture and race and identify the socio-economic influence of each, be able to identify 3 levels of barriers in the health care behaviors and identify cultural influences on health care beliefs and finally identify ways to break through these barriers.
Thursday, July 25
5:00 pm – Registration and dinner
5:30 pm – CE program
Life Care Center of Westlake
26520 Center Ridge Rd, Westlake
1 – CE for nurses, social workers and case manager
RSVP: 877-597-6348
