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Today
Shop for Hope – The Inland Northwest Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society will receive five percent of all the gross sales at the Spokane, Sandpoint and Kellogg Yoke’s Supermarkets today. For information, call Candy Weaver at 482-2022.
Communication: The Key to Dementia Care – the Alzheimer’s Association presents this seminar that will discuss tips and strategies to help communicate with those with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia, today from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Guardian Angel Homes, 23102 E. Mission Ave., Liberty Lake. For information, call the Alzheimer’s Association at 483-8456.
Baby Care Basics – For new parents, this class will discuss the first few days and weeks with baby after returning from the hospital. The class meets weekly, starting today from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Holy Family Hospital, 5633 N. Lidgerwood. The cost is $55 and registration is required. For information, call the Community Health Education and Resources office at 232-8138.
Cardiovascular Health: Small Changes, Big Results! – Experts from Sacred Heart Hospital’s cardiac services unit will show you how to take control of your heart health, today at 5:30 p.m. in the Avista Classroom at Sacred Hearth Women’s Health Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave. The cost is $5. For information, call 474-2400.
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Go Red for Women – The Pacers at River Park Square are hosting this health screening, today from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Atrium. Free blood pressure, blood glucose and body fat screenings will be available. For more information, call Bethany Luck-Hutson at 456-3413 or e-mail bethany@riverparksquare.com.
Prepared Childbirth – This five-week class will discuss the stages and management of labor. Begins Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. at Sacred Heart Medical Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave. The cost is $80, and registration is required. For information, call the Community Health Education and Resources office at 232-8138.
Sibling Preparation – This class is designed for children ages 3 and older who are about to get a new baby brother or sister. The class meets on Thursday from 6:30-8 p.m. at Deaconess Medical Center, 800 W. Fifth Ave. The cost is $30 and registration is required. For information, call the Community Health Education and Resources office at 232-8138.
Supermarket Shopping for People with Diabetes – This two-part class will discuss choosing healthy foods, and includes a tour of Rosauers with a dietician. The class begins Thursday at Deaconess Health Education Center, 800 W. Fifth Ave., from 6-8 p.m. The cost is $15 and registration is required. For information, call the Community Health Education and Resources office at 232-8145.
Refresher Prepared Childbirth – This class for parents who have already experienced childbirth, will review information tools and techniques, Saturday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Medical Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave. The cost is $50 and registration is required. For information, call the Community Health Education and Resources office at 232-8138.
Prepared Childbirth – This two-week class will discuss the stages and management of labor. Begins on Saturday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Holy Family Hospital, 5633 N. Lidgerwood. The cost is $80 and registration is required. For information, call the Community Health Education and Resources office at 232-8138.
Yoga: The Tree Pose – The Radha Yoga Center, 406 S. Coeur d’Alene Street, Suite T, presents this class to reflect on where your roots have spread and how you receive nourishment, Saturday from 2-4 p.m. The cost is $10. For information, call the center at 838-3575.
Personal Care: Overcoming Challenges and Adapting to the Needs of Persons with Alzheimer’s Disease – This class will discuss bathing, dressing, toileting, eating and sleeping for those with Alzheimer’s. The class meets next Tuesday at Avalon Care Center at Northpointe, 9827 N. Nevada St. For information, call the Alzheimer’s Association at 483-8456.
Bereaved Parents of the USA, Coeur d’Alene – meets the third Thursday of every month at St. Pius X Church, Room 3, 625 E. Haycraft Road. Contact (208) 765-1705.
Upcoming
Prenatal Yoga Classes – The Radha Yoga Center is offering this weekly class beginning Wednesday from 11 a.m.-noon at Sacred Heart Medical Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave. The cost is $10 per class. For information, call 474-2400.
Other programs
Striders – a community walking and exercise program promoting fitness, fun, friends and health education since 1995. Valley Strider classes are at 8 a.m., Mondays and Wednesdays at the YMCA at Mirabeau Point. Northside Strider classes are at 8 a.m., Wednesdays and Fridays at the Corbin Senior Center, 827 W. Cleveland Avenue. Lake City Strider classes are at 8 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d’Alene. For information, call Carol at 926-1697 or Steve at (208) 571-2729.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) – meets Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. for weigh-in, meeting at 6 p.m. at Opportunity Presbyterian Church, 202 N. Pines. Call Kathy at 928-4328.
Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes – This program offered by TLC Health Services, 10015 N. Division, suite 101, will focus on treating metabolic syndrome and obesity. For an introductory visit call TLC at 467-1739 or e-mail TLCHealth2@aol.com.
TLC Health & Education Services – This clinic, 10015 N. Division Suite 101, is now accepting new patients and offers primary health care, nutrition counseling, massage therapy, family counseling and fitness training. For a free Get Acquainted Visit call 467-1739 or e-mail TLCHealth2@aol.com.
Women’s Group – This ongoing group addresses relationship issues including fear of intimacy, childhood sexual/physical abuse and depression/irritability. Meets weekly, Wednesdays 6-7:30 p.m. Cost: $25/week; for information call Donna Carolyn, Cedar Bridge Counseling, 624-3561.
Cancer Support
Cancer Support – For questions about cancer, call Providence Cancer Center at 474-5490. A nurse will answer questions and give the latest local and national 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 monthly. For locations, time and more information, call Abby Wadlow at 455-3440, option 3.
Cancer Fitness Recovery Program – The Medically Directed Wellness Center at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute is looking for four underinsured or uninsured women to participate in its Cancer Fitness Recovery Program. The program helps cancer survivors deal with the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation. The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation has set aside money for women who cannot afford to join. For more information call 473-6013.
Chiropractic Care
Free Scoliosis Screenings – Liberty Lake Chiropractic Clinic, 1318 N. Liberty Lake Road. Call 891-4088.
Free Scoliosis Screen – Enlist professional expertise to your service group or club. Call Loren C. Miller, at 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 327-8188.
Free Workshop – Bond Chiropractic Health Center offers a free workshop on alternative health-care topics, 307 W. Francis. Call 489-1544 for times and dates.
Drug and alcohol
Daybreak of Spokane – offers residential and outpatient treatment for adolescents with emphasis on family. Downtown outpatient and residential, 628 S. Cowley, 624-3227; Valley outpatient, 11707 E. Sprague, Suite D-4, 960 E. Third Ave., 927-1991.
Parents of Addicted Teens – Group is forming. For information, call 747-6901 and leave a message.
Partners of Addicts – Group is forming. For information, call 747-6901 and leave a message.
Tobacco Cessation Classes – CHER is offering free tobacco cessation classes throughout Spokane. Call 232-8138 or 232-8139.
Tobacco Cessation Classes – These classes will be offered to Group Health members for free. For a list of dates and times, call 459-1086 or visit www.ghc.org.
Parenting/Childbirth
Infant and Developmental Massage Classes - Individual and group classes offered in the Spokane area, call Lori at 466-8435 for more information.
Birth Preparation and Breastfeeding Classes – Group Health is offering these classes. For dates, times and fees call 459-1086 or visit www.ghc.org.
Maternity Center Tour – Free Holy Family Hospital tours, second and fourth Wednesday of each month, 8 p.m. or by appointment. Call 482-BABY for information or appointment.
Parenting and Childbirth Programs – Various classes including child CPR, breast-feeding, infant massage and sibling preparation are offered through Community Health Education and Resources, 715 S. Cowley. For information on times, locations, and dates, call 232-8138.
Parenting Classes – for single parents of children from newborn to 1 year, sponsored by Catholic Charities Childbirth and Parenting Alone Program, Wednesdays 2-4 p.m., CAPA offices, 707 N. Cedar, Suite B. Free; for registration and information, call 325-7667.
Yoga
Low Cost Yoga Class – every Thursday from 12:05-12:50 p.m., West Central Community Center gymnasium, 1603 N. Belt. Learn breathing, stretching, and relaxation techniques. Bring comfortable workout clothing. Cost is a minimum donation of $2. Contact Rick Harris at 326-9540.
Mantra Yoga: Morning Spiritual Practice – This free chanting mantra yoga class will teach you how to transform emotions and provide a sense of inner calm. The class meets every Thursday from 7-7:30 a.m. at the Radha Yoga Center, 406 S. Coeur d’Alene St., Suite T. For more information, call 838-3575.