March 30, 2010 in Features

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Baby Sign Language – Learn to communicate with your baby before he or she can speak. Participants will learn the history and benefits of signing and 50 useful signs to use at home. Cost is $25 per person. Today, 6-8 p.m. at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley St. To register, visit www.cherspokane.org.

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Red Cross First Aid – Participants learn skills to provide care and minimize the consequences of injury until help arrives. Topics include sudden illness, bleeding, etc. Participants receive a laminated reference skills card, workbook and first aid certification card valid for three years. Wednesday, 8 a.m.-noon; $30 per class. Held at American Red Cross Inland Northwest Chapter, 315 W. Nora Ave. Call (509) 326-3330, Ext. 215 or Ext. 209 or visit www.spokaneredcross.org/ classes.html.

QiGong Healing – Anxiety Reduction and Sleep Aid – Eight-week class covers the ancient Chinese method of self-healing and relaxation to reduce the effects of stress, bringing about better health and deeper sleep. Runs Saturdays, April 3-May 22, 9-10 a.m. at Northwest Tai Chi, 2802 N. Monroe St. Cost is $53. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org for more information.

Tae Kwon Do – For ages 6 and older. Learn one of the fastest growing, most practiced martial arts in the world while developing coordination, balance, strength and flexibility. Four-week class is Tuesdays and Fridays, April 6-30, 6-8 p.m. at Willard Elementary School, 500 W. Longfellow Ave. Cost is $49. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org for more information.

Hypnotherapy Weight Loss Workshop – Eight-week session utilizes hypnotherapy to lose weight effortlessly with long term results. Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m., April 6-May 25, at the Corbin Senior Center, lower South room, 827 W. Cleveland Ave. Cost is $159 for entire session. Call (509) 688-7701 or (509) 270-3161 by Thursday to register.

North Idaho College Spring Series On Health Topics – “Current and Future Approaches to Nutrition and Cancer Prevention” – April 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Presentation covers the role of diet in preventing cancer. “Sleep Apnea” – April 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Presentation on the causes, consequences and cures for sleep apnea. “What Makes Bubonic Plague So Deadly: New Insights from Genomic Studies” – April 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Presentation covers the agent of plague and three recorded pandemics. All presentations are free and open to the public. Held at North Idaho College’s Meyer Health and Sciences Building, Room 106, 1000 W. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Call (208) 769-3495 for more information.

Free Dyslexia Presentation – Features Susan Barton and covers why bright children affected by dyslexia will struggle and what can be done to help them. April 15, 5:30-8:30 p.m., at Mead High School, 302 W. Hastings Road. Visit www.homelink.eventbrite.com to register. Call (509) 468-3350 for more information.

Parkinson’s Support Group – Guest speakers provide valuable information on topics to help participants improve their knowledge of Parkinson’s disease and, in turn, their quality of life. April 19, 2-4 p.m. at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center’s Neuroscience Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave. Cost is free. Call (509) 473-2490 for more information.

BodyTalk Access – One-day course composed of five of the most critical and powerful BodyTalk balancing techniques. BodyTalk is a safe, natural and complimentary system of healthcare that facilitates the body’s natural healing processes and is designed to help people regain and maintain their health. April 21, 9 a.m.-5p.m. at Northwest Noetic School of Massage, 2702 W. Sunset Blvd., Ste. 2. Cost is $100. Call (406) 871-5645 or visit www.bodytalksystem.com for more information and to register.

American Diabetes Association and Shawn Higgins Memorial Fund Family Retreat – For families living with Type 1 Diabetes. Families will learn more about diabetes management, and how it affects the whole family, and will have the opportunity to spend quality time together. April 23-25, begins at 5 p.m. April 23 and runs through 11:30 a.m. April 25. Held at Camp Pinelow, 3806 N. Deer Lake Road, Loon Lake, Wash. Cost is $100 per family. Call (509) 624-7478 or e-mail tduncan@diabetes.org for more information.

“Visualize… a World without ALS” Benefit Luncheon – Second annual event features a keynote speaker and is an opportunity for the community to participate in this fundraising benefit luncheon, learn about the mission of the ALS Association Evergreen Chapter, and learn about local services. April 23, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Mirabeau Park Hotel and Convention Center, 1100 N. Sullivan Road, Spokane Valley. Suggested donation is $150. Preregistration is requested by April 9 by registering online at www.alsa-ec.org; e-mailing jenniferh@alsa-ec.org; or calling (509) 863-4321.

Family to Family Education Course – 12-week course suitable for adult relatives of adults with mental illness, provides education and support. Taught by trained family members. Free. Held Saturdays, through April 24, 9:30 a.m.-noon. Held at Sacred Heart Medical Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave. Call (509) 466-9333 to register and for more information.

“Mealtime Mindfulness” – Mealtime mindfulness for health and weight management reminds us that how we eat is just as important as what we eat. April 24, 1-3 p.m., at the 1912 Center, 412 E. Third St., Moscow, Idaho. Open to ages 18 and older. Cost is $15 for residents, $17 for nonresidents. Call (208) 883-7085 to register.

“What Are You Tolerating?” – Lively session to help participants figure out the tolerations they have for things and situations that continuously drain their energy and prevent them from living at their optimum potential. April 24, 10 a.m.-noon, at the 1912 Center, 412 E. Third St., Moscow, Idaho. Open to ages 18 and older. Cost is $15 for residents, $17 for nonresidents. Call (208) 883-7085 to register.

New listings

Patient Advocacy: Creating a Shared Vision with Lean/Six Sigma Basics – Friday, 4-5 p.m. Discussion on creating a shared vision and learn the basics of Lean Principles and Six Sigma to increase efficiency and improve quality of care. Free. Catered meal provided. Held at Riverpoint Campus, Academic Center Room 20, 600 N. Riverpoint Blvd. RSVP by e-mailing spok.exmet.club@ connect.wsu.edu.

“Be Smoke Free in Seven Weeks” – Seven-week program is held Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Kootenai Medical Center, 2003 Lincoln Way, Coeur d’Alene. Begins April 6. Cost is $50, with a $25 refund upon successful completion of program. Call (208) 666-2893 for more information

Pilgrim’s Natural Market Events - The Power of Proper Breathing: Techniques and Tips: April 7, 6-7 p.m. and April 21, 6-7 p.m. Cost: $10. Participants will learn breathing techniques to help with all of life’s situations, handle stress and anger, learn to fall asleep. Crucial Steps For Your Last 8 Weeks Before Ironman Coeur d’Alene: April 8, 6 p.m. Free. One-hour lecture by triathlon coach Ben Greenfield covers the exact steps necessary for success in the crucial final eight weeks before your Ironman. Learn exactly what you need to do for your nutrition, training and lifestyle management. Happy Healing, Natural Tools to Overcome Stress, Anxiety, Depression and Abuse Issues: April 10, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Mini workshop will teach the skills for overcoming challenging emotional issues naturally as an alternative to taking antidepressant medication and utilizing both laughter and tears to bring about healing and inner peace. For more information, visit www.kari-joys.com. All events are held at Pilgrim’s Natural Market, 1316 N. Fourth St., Couer d’Alene. Call (208) 676-9730 for more information.

Dystonia: Defining and Treating This Disorder – Presentation by David Greeley, M.D., covers the definition of dystonia and the medical therapies available for treatment as well as updates on the latest research. A question-and-answer session will follow the presentation. Free. April 15, 7-8:30 p.m., at St. Luke’s Rehabilition Institute, Room 200, 711 S. Cowley St. Reservations are recommended. Call (509) 891-0790; e-mail denise@designden.com; or visit www.dyscoveries.com.

Cancer support

Breast Cancer Support – Meets Wednesdays from 6-8 p.m. at Providence Cancer Center at Holy Family Hospital, 5633 N. Lidgerwood St. Free. Call (509) 325-8716 for information.

Breast Cancer Support – The group meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month from 6-8 p.m. at the Holy Family Hospital ER Conference Room, 5633 N. Lidgerwood St. Call Kathy Jo Avery at (509) 448-5660 for more information.

Breast Cancer Wellness Group – Support group sponsored by Kootenai Health meets Mondays, noon-1 p.m. at Kootenai Cancer Center, 1440 E. Mullan Ave., Post Falls. For more information, call (208) 619-4138.

Cancer and Community Charities – Meets the second Wednesday of each month, Elks Lodge, 1170 W. Prairie Ave. For time and information, call (208) 659-2064 or e-mail tjgallery@icehouse.net.

Cancer Support – The Providence Cancer Support Services hosts a “telehealth” meeting for the education and support and cancer patients and their caregivers on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 4-5 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Medical Center Doctors Building Suite 120, 105 W. Eighth Ave. Call (509) 474-5490 for more information.

Cancer Support Group – Meets the first, third and fifth Tuesdays of each month, 5:30-7 p.m., Holy Family Hospital, Health Education Center, Room 6, 5633 N. Lidgerwood St. Free. Call Beryl Anderson at (509) 474-5490 for more information.

Look Good … Feel Better – A program offered by the American Cancer Society to help women diagnosed with cancer learn how to apply cosmetics and choose wigs and other head wear. The group meets twice monthly. For locations, time and more information, call Bonnie Abernethy at (509) 455-3440, option 3.

Reiki Healing Arts – Cancer support for patients and caregivers. Meets the third Wednesday each month, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Reiki Healing Arts, 1042 W. Mill Ave., Suite 103, Coeur d’Alene. Free. Call (208) 665-5862 to schedule an appointment or for more information.

Chiropractic care

Free Scoliosis Screening – Enlist professional expertise to your service group or club. Call Loren C. Miller at (509) 327-3393.

Free Scoliosis Screening – The progression of scoliosis can be slowed or stopped and reversed in most cases without surgery. Utilize this opportunity to have your child evaluated. Call Mark Guthrie at (509) 327-8188.

Yoga

Breathing, Relaxation and Meditation – Six-week series for individuals, caretakers and family members living with ALS, cancer, or other chronic conditions, Thursdays, 11:15 a.m.-noon, at Radha Yoga Center, 406 S. Coeur d’Alene St. Donations accepted. Call (509) 838-3575, e-mail radhayoga@comcast.net, or visit www.radhayoga.org.

Center of Calm Yoga – Experience rejuvenating, meditative yoga that calls on the mind and spirit to support the physical postures. Taught by experienced teachers, limited class sizes to enhance personal and individualized instruction. All Levels: Mondays, 4-5:15 p.m.; Tuesdays, 5-6:15 p.m. Gentle Yoga: Thursdays, 9:30-10:45 a.m.; Acu-Yoga: 5-6:15 p.m.; Fridays, 10:30-11:45 a.m. Cost is $36 per month (four sessions) or $10 per drop-in, first class is free. Held at 307 W. Francis Ave. Call (509) 998-1062 or (509) 953-6372 for more information and to register.

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