ST. CATHERINE HOSPITAL OFFERS BIRTHING CENTER TOURS
This is an opportunity for expectant mothers to view our spacious labor and delivery suites, meet the staff and ask questions regarding their stay. Call 219-392-7900 to schedule your tours. Tours are available Sat., May 13, at 10 a.m. at the St. Catherine Hospital Family Birthing Center. Tours are free. For information on other health related programs offered by Community Healthcare System, please visit our website at www.comhs.org.
ST. CATHERINE HOSPITAL OFFERS DIABETES EDUCATION CLASSES
St. Catherine Hospital Diabetes Education Classes have been Recognized by the American Diabetes Association for Quality Self-Management Education. Classes are on Thursdays; 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Spanish class is the second Thursday of the month. Learn to follow a special diet, exercise and monitor glucose levels. Learn about new medication and food substitutions. Registration is required. Center for Diabetes, 3rd Floor – Call 219-392-7786 to register. For information on other programs offered by Community Healthcare System visit our website at www.comhs.org.
ST. CATHERINE HOSPITAL OFFERS KEEPING BABY SAFE AND HEALTHY CLASS
Pediatrician Rajaraman Iyer, MD, addresses such topics as when to call the doctor, how to child-proof the house, what to do in an emergency and ways to meet nutritional needs of babies. Information on child seat safety will be available. Free. Register: 219-836-3477 or 866-836-3477. For information on other programs offered by Community Healthcare System visit our website at www.comhs.org.
ST. CATHERINE HOSPITAL OFFERS MOVING FORWARD-STROKE EDUCATION
Stroke survivors and caregivers learn how to prevent future strokes through risk detection and management. Five-part series – Monday-Friday from 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. at St. Catherine Hospital Rehabilitation Center. This program is FREE. Call 219-392-7641 for more information. For information on other programs offered by Community Healthcare System visit our website at www.comhs.org.
ST. CATHERINE HOSPITAL “SILVER SNEAKERS PROGRAM”
Silver Sneakers is a fun, energizing and award-winning fitness program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. Classes are on Tuesdays and Thursdays; 9:30 a.m. and Fridays at 1:15 p.m.
St. Catherine Hospital Cardiac Rehabilitation – Call 219-392-7924 to register. For information on other health related programs offered by Community Healthcare System, please visit our website at www.comhs.org.
ST. CATHERINE HOSPITAL OFFERS BONE DENSITY SCREENING
Determine risk related to osteoporosis (bone strength). The screening is performed using the heel of the foot and results are available the same day. Screening is available on Wed., May 17, from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m., at St. Catherine Hospital Radiology Department. This program is FREE. Register: 219-836-3477 or toll free 866 836-3477. For information on other programs offered by Community Healthcare System visit our website at www.comhs.org.
ST. CATHERINE HOSPITAL OFFERS WELL WALKER’S CLUB
This walking club is for adults over the age of 18. Receive a FREE pedometer when you join. Monthly meetings feature guest speakers discussing a wide range of healthcare topics.
St. Catherine Hospital, POB, 4321 Fir St., East Chicago, 1st Wednesday of the month 11 a.m.; for info call 219-392-7104; Wicker Park Club House, 2125 Ridge Rd., Highland, 1st Tuesday of the month 1:00 p.m.; for info call 219-313-3934; Whiting Public Library Meeting Room, 1735 Oliver Street, Whiting, 2nd Thursday of the month 1:00 p.m.; for info call 219-392-7135 or 219-392-7104. For information on other programs offered by Community Healthcare System visit our website at www.comhs.org.
ST. CATHERINE HOSPITAL AUXILIARY 2017 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
St. Catherine Hospital Auxiliary is sponsoring TJ Uniforms sale on Mon., May 8 from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Tues., May 9 from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at St. Catherine Hospital POB Conference Room. For more information call 219-392-7030. For information on other programs offered by Community Healthcare System visit our website at www.comhs.org.
ST. CATHERINE HOSPITAL OFFERS FREE PRESENTATION ON CUTTING-EDGE TREATMENTS FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
For Mental Health Awareness Month, the Behavioral Health Services Department of Community Healthcare System invites you to attend a free informative session to learn about the latest in Behavioral Health; Tuesday, May 30, from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., in the St. Catherine Hospital P.O.B. conference room. Registration is required. For more information call 219-836-3477 or toll free 219-836-3477. For information on other programs offered by Community Healthcare System visit our website at www.comhs.org.
