Programs for the Community
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Watch Central Montgomery Medical Center cardiologists Jonathan Albin, MD and Joseph Kraynak, MD prepare an assortment of delicious, healthy foods while providing ideas for lifestyle changes and improved eating habits. At the end of the program you can taste test the foods and take home the recipes! Educational literature from the American Heart Association, give-a-ways and door prizes will also be available. This is a cooperative program of the North Penn Visiting Nurse Association and Central Montgomery Medical Center and is sponsored by the Cardiovascular Institute of Philadelphia.
| Date: | April 5 (T) |
| Time: | 6:30 PM |
| Location: | Central Montgomery Medical Center, Classrooms E/F |
| To Register: | Call 215-855-6191 or visit www.npvna.org |
Community Parish Nurse Program
Parish Nursing, also known as Congregational
Nursing, is an interfaith community nurse
program tailored to your faith community. It
is our philosophy that Parish Nurses should
partner with congregational leaders, members,
volunteers and healthcare professionals to
enhance the spirit, mind and body of a faith
community. Call 215-855-8296 for more
information about these upcoming programs:
Introduction to Parish Nursing
This two-Saturday interactive program is
for registered nurses who have a working
knowledge of the Parish/Congregational
Nursing and Health Ministry. Presented
in cooperation with Holy Family University
Parish Nurse Recourse Program. Upon
completion of this course, 13.6 hours
will be awarded.
NEW! Nurses of the Roundtable All Parish Nurses in the North Penn area are invited to join in this monthly discussion and sharing of ideas and programs. Meets the second Thursday of each month from 10 AM to 11:30 AM at the North Penn VNA.
Diabetes Education Programs
Central Montgomery's ABC Diabetes
Education Program includes classes that
focus on your needs with real-life situations.
Classes provide a relaxed learning atmosphere
and are designed to complement physician
care. You will meet other diabetes patients
who share your concerns and offer support.
The program has been awarded recognition
by the American Diabetes Association and
classes are led by certified diabetes educators.
For additional information and to register,
please call Central Montgomery Medical
Center's ABC Diabetes Education Program
at 215-699-4001.
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This 12-week program offers support and education for pregnant adolescents, fathers to-be and their families. Sponsored by Child, Home and Community of Montgomery County, this comprehensive prenatal course addresses the physical and emotional aspects of a healthy pregnancy.
| Dates: | February 22 to May 10 (T) June 7 to August 9 (T) |
| Time: | 7 PM to 9 PM |
| Location: | North Penn Visiting Nurse Association |
| To Register: | Call Child, Home and Community at 215-348-9770 |
Let's Get Healthy and Fit – For Kids This 6-week group nutrition program is especially designed to help kids ages 8-12 better manage their weight and develop healthier eating and activity patterns. Healthier habits can produce gradual weight loss and enhanced self-esteem. Each class will include a "hands on" nutrition class as well as an exercise component. Sessions will address topics such as fast foods, school lunches, social gatherings, feelings about food and new food sampling. A registered dietitian and/or exercise specialist will be present.
| Dates: | March 5 to April 9 (Sa) |
| Time: | 10:30 AM to 12 NOON |
| Location: | North Penn Visiting Nurse Association |
| Fee: | $95.00 |
| To Register: | Call 215-855-6191 |
Healthy Relationships – FREE The Women's Center of Montgomery County will discuss the characteristics of healthy and unhealthy relationships and identify warning signs of a potentially dangerous situation. Resources for help will be addressed. The program is appropriate for all ages.
| Date: | April 11 (M) |
| Time: | 7 PM to 9 PM |
| Location: | Central Montgomery Medical Center |
| To Register: | Call 215-853-8060 |
Hospice Volunteer Training
The North Penn VNA will offer a free
training in March for those interested in
becoming hospice volunteers. If you enjoy
people and would like to share the precious
gift of your time, please contact Diane
Mokrzycki at 215-855-8297 for more
information or visit our Web site at
www.npvna.org.
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Sahaja Yoga is a method of meditation that represents a breakthrough in the evolution of human awareness. Through the practice of Sahaja Yoga, we gain awareness of a new dimension that can tangibly be felt throughout the central nervous system. As a result, physical, mental and emotional balances are achieved. This extraordinary practice of self-healing and empowerment has been experienced by hundreds of thousands in over 114 countries. This 8-week introductory course is free of charge and open to everyone. No pre-registration, special attire or equipment is required.
| Date: | March 5 (Sa) to April 23 |
| Time: | 12 PM to 1:30 PM |
| Location: | Central Montgomery Medical Center Classroom A/B |
Tai Chi for Arthritis
A short, easy to learn, effective program
designed by Paul Lam to help improve
mobility, strength, posture and balance
while relieving stress, pain and stiffness for
those with arthritis and other conditions.
This is an exercise option that is gentle,
enjoyable, practical and suitable for almost
anyone wishing to move with more ease and
vitality. Taught by Julie Collins, movement
educator and director of Windhorse
Movement Options, Inc. Pre-registration
is required.
| Dates: | March 23 to May 25 (W) |
| Time: | 7 PM to 8 PM |
| Location: | North Penn Visiting Nurse Association |
| To Register: | Contact Julie Collins at 215-345-1771 info@windhorsemovement.net |
| Fee: | $100 |
Speakers Bureau
The physicians and healthcare professionals
of Central Montgomery Medical Center and
representatives of the North Penn Visiting
Nurses Association are available to speak
free of charge on a variety of health topics.
To arrange a guest speaker for your next
meeting or event, contact the Marketing
Department at Central Montgomery Medical
Center at 215-361-4406 or visit our Web sites
at www.cmmc-uhs.com or www.npvna.org for
a list of topics.
WNPV 1440 on Your AM Dial
Have a health question you want answered?
Tune your radio in to WNPV, 1440 AM
and listen to a monthly program hosted
by Central Montgomery Medical Center's
physicians and healthcare professionals.
Airing on the 4th Thursday of each month
from noon to 1 PM, each program features a
new topic and call-ins are encouraged. Tune
to 1440 on your AM dial and join Central
Montgomery Medical Center on WNPV.
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