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      HEALTHLINK'S March 2008 CALENDAR       COMMUNITY HEALTH & WELLNESS SINCE 1989!          All programs are open to the general public ~ Call 736-1120 to enroll

Topic	Date-Time	Place	Details
T'ai Chi Chuan  ~ Yang Style	3/3-4/7 4-5 p.m.	HealthLink Littauer Johnstown Mall	6 sessions (Mondays). Ancient form of slow movement and exercise reduces stress, develops energy and strength without becoming fatigued, improves blood circulation, flexibility, balance and mental focus. Sheila Habla, Instructor (20+ years)! $60 fee payable in advance to reserve your space. Call 736-1120
Yoga	3/3-4/7 or  3/4-4/8 5:30-7 p.m.	HealthLink Littauer Johnstown Mall	6 sessions (Mondays or Tuesdays). Benefits of the regular practice of yoga include improved strength and flexibility, relaxation, and a positive effect on internal organs and systems.  Sheila Habla, certified yoga instructor (35+ years). $60 fee payable in advance to reserve your space. Call 736-1120
NEW... 'Scream-Free' Parenting	3/5 6-7:30 p.m.	HealthLink Littauer Johnstown Mall	1 session (Wednesday). Raise your kids and keep your cool! Positive parenting program focused on learning to control your emotional responses. Darlene Rose, MSW, educator. $10 fee per person (scholarships available). Call 736-1120
Snowshoe Hike	3/8 Meet at 10 a.m.	Irving Pond Easy-Moderate 3 miles RT	1 session (Saturday). Experience the physical and mental benefits of the great 'snowy' outdoors. Limited number of snowshoes available for loan to those who want to try-out. NYS Licensed Outdoor Guide Susan Hendler, RN BA.  $5 fee payable in advance to reserve your space. Call 736-1120
NEW... Enhancing Wellness & Creativity Through Photography	3/11-4/8 1:30-3:30 pm  or  6:30-8:30 p.m.	Nathan Littauer Auditorium	5 sessions each (Tuesdays). Experience the relationship between creativity and wellness. Learn new (or improve) existing digital photography skills, nurture your creativity, and have fun!  Requirements: digital camera, computer with imaging software, CD/DVD burner or portable drive. Darla Oathout, photographer. $50 fee to benefit Hospital and Hospice. Call 736-1120
NEW... The Joy of Stress!	3/11 & 3/18 6:30-8 p.m.	Littauer's  Perth Primary Care Center 4104 St. Hwy 30	2 sessions each (Tuesdays). Learn to manage stress and live a 'mindful' life! Participants will learn about stress and its effect on our physical, mental and emotional health; the latest stress management and relaxation techniques. Carol Tomlinson, RN BS, Littauer's Community Health Educator. $10 fee includes both sessions. Call 736-1120
NEW... How to be a Parent Who Listens	3/12 6-7:30 p.m.	HealthLink Littauer Johnstown Mall	1 session (Wednesday). The #1 complaint from teenagers.... Positive parenting program focused on how to talk so your kids will listen....and how to listen so your kids will talk.  Darlene Rose, MSW, educator. $10 fee per person (scholarships available). Call 736-1120
Childbirth Preparation Classes	3/12-4/9 6:30-8:30 p.m.	Nathan Littauer Nursing Home	5 sessions (Wednesdays). Prepares expectant parents mentally and physically for the childbirth experience. Tour of Maternity (birthing rooms) and Nursery included. Certified Childbirth Educator, Sarah Burgess, RN, Littauer's Maternal-Child Health  Department. $40 fee (scholarships available). Call 736-1120.
Sibling Preparation Class	3/15 10-11:30 a.m.	Nathan Littauer New Vision Classroom	1 session (Saturday). Prepares children ages 4-12 for their mother's upcoming hospitalization and helps them adjust to a newborn in the home.  A tour of Maternity, Birthing Rooms, and Nursery is included. Sue Cridland, Littauer's Director of Community Education. FREE! Call 736-1120
Winter Fitness~ Winter Fun	3/17 9 a.m.-4 p.m.	Lapland Lake Benson  (Northville)	1 session (Monday). Cross-country skiing or snowshoeing ~ Join us for a few hours or stay all day! Open to the public (any age-beginners welcome) Sue Cridland, RN BSN, Littauer's director of community education. $9 pass with our group (rentals available with- lessons with prior notice). Call 736-1120
Diabetes Group "What is a Mediterranean Diet"	3/17 10 a.m.	Nathan Littauer Auditorium	1 session (Monday). For anyone with diabetes, their family members, and friends. Learn what you need to know about this popular, delicious healthy diet! Registered Dietician Sandra Baldwin MSRD, of Littauer's Nutritional Services. FREE! No enrollment necessary.
Freedom from Smoking	3/17-5/5 7-9 p.m.	Nathan Littauer Conference Room B	8 sessions (Mondays). Unique step-by-step American Lung Association quit smoking program.  Littauer's Smoking Cessation Specialist, Don Bennett RRT.  $20 fee (100% refundable after attending ALL sessions). Call 736-1120
Blood Pressure Screening	3/19  9 a.m.-1 p.m.	HealthLink Littauer Johnstown Mall	1 session (Wednesday). One in four people have high blood pressure, which increases their risk of heart attack and stroke!  Get it checked! FREE! No appointment necessary.
Diabetes  Alert!	3/19 9 a.m.- 1p.m.	HealthLink Littauer Johnstown Mall	1 session (Wednesday). Is diabetes in YOUR future? A diabetes risk assessment, blood glucose (sugar) level test (fasting of at least 3 hours is suggested), and prevention education. Immediate test results. FREE! No appointment necessary.
Cholesterol + HDL Screening	3/19 9 a.m.-1 p.m.	HealthLink Littauer Johnstown Mall	1 session (Wednesday). Are YOU at risk for heart disease? Professional blood test results in 5 minutes! No fasting required Cholesterol $8, Cholesterol + HDL $15.  No appointment necessary
NEW... How to Talk to your Children...	3/19 6-7:30 p.m.	HealthLink Littauer Johnstown Mall	1 session (Wednesday). About the diagnosis of a serious illness... Positive parenting program on helping families who are having difficulty discussing illness. Darlene Rose, MSW, educator. $10 fee per person (scholarships available). Call 736-1120
"Moonlight" Snowshoe Hike	3/21 Meet at  7:30 p.m.	Rockwood State Forest Rated Easy 2 miles RT	1 session (Saturday). Join us as we snowshoe under the full moon in the forest.  Limited number of snowshoes available for loan to those who want to try-out. NYS Licensed Outdoor Guide Susan Hendler, RN BA.  $5 fee payable in advance to reserve your space. Call 736-1120
ViP Luncheon: "Save Your Back"	3/26 11:30 a.m.– 1 p.m.	Nathan Littauer Auditorium	1 session (Wednesday). Especially for Adults 50+…Enjoy a buffet-style luncheon followed by our guest speaker, Maria Gardiner, RPT, Littauer's Rehab Medicine Dept.  Learn what you need to know to prevent back pain and injury.  $4 ViP Members ($5 Non-Members). Call 736-1120 by 3/21.
NEW.... Constructive  Consequences	3/26 6-7:30 p.m.	HealthLink Littauer Johnstown Mall	1 session (Wednesday). Vs. Destructive Discipline!  Positive parenting program focused on 'Super Nanny' techniques for changing problem behavior!  Darlene Rose, MSW, educator. $10 fee per person (scholarships available). Call 736-1120