| June 1 & 8 - Two-Day Marvelous Multiples; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; $150/couple (includes continental breakfast); This two-day childbirth education program for those expecting twins, triplets or more is to be attended early in the second trimester of pregnancy. Class will cover nutrition, labor and delivery, anesthesia options, cesarean section, relaxation techniques, risks and complications of multiple pregnancy, recovery and caring for multiples. There will also be a tour of the Regional Newborn Center; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration 732-923-6990 June 2 - New Babies, New Emotions Support Group; 11am-noon; Support for Moms-to-be and new Moms with any kind of postpartum-related depression and/or baby blues; Babies 12 months and under are welcome; Sponsored by Regional Perinatal Consortium of Monmouth and Ocean Counties; At Monmouth Medical Center, Ronald McDonald Family Room, 300 Second Ave., Long Branch; To register call Patricia Vena, MSW, LCSW at 732-363-5400, Ext. 22 June 2-30 – Gestational Diabetes Education Program; Fee; One-session class for women who develop gestational diabetes during pregnancy. Participants will learn how gestational diabetes develops, the link between diet and blood glucose, how to plan healthy meals and how to use a blood glucose meter for home monitoring. A free blood glucose meter starter kit will be provided. Appointments are scheduled Monday through Friday as needed. The Center for Diabetes Education at Monmouth Medical Center; For information and/or to schedule an appointment, call 732-923-5025 June 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 – Mother to Mother Support Group; 11-noon; Free; Once your baby arrives, join with other new mothers to talk about what you’re experiencing. Discussions will be led by a registered nurse on topics such as your baby’s behavior, feeding, sleeping patterns and crying as well as your recovery from childbirth. There will be time for information sharing and questions; New moms, newborns to 6 mo. of age and fathers are welcome, but no older children, please; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration required 732-923-6990 June 3, 10, 17, 24 & July 1 - Preparation for Childbirth; 7:30-9:30 p.m. $125/couple; Tuesday evenings; Five sessions of childbirth education including lectures on relaxation and breathing techniques; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration 732-923-6990
June 4 – Humor and Healing; 1-3 p.m. Presented by Laura Zimmerman, RN, MA, CLL, Monmouth Medical Center; Humor is a natural tool to assist your body in dealing with the stresses of everyday life. It can also speed the healing process after surgery or an injury. Learn various ways to incorporate humor into your daily life through this program. At SCAN Learning Center (Age 50 and over), Monmouth Mall, Routes 35 & 36, Eatontown; Registration required by calling 732-542-1326 June 4 – Children/Adolescents Experiencing Loss; 6-7 p.m.; Professionally led support group for children and adolescents dealing with grief over the loss of a loved one; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration is required 732-923-6990 June 4 – Kids Need Support, Too; 7-8 p.m.; Free; Support group for children and adolescents who have family members diagnosed with cancer or other serious illnesses. This professionally run group will allow children to share their thoughts, feelings and experiences with others in similar situations to help decrease their feelings of isolation and encourage coping skills; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration required 732-923-6990 June 4, 11, 18 & 25 - Breastfeeding Support Group; 11am-12:30pm; Free; Mutual support and education for women who are breastfeeding their infants. Meet with Monmouth Medical Center’s certified lactation consultants to discuss your questions and concerns. Goldsmith Wellness Center, 4th floor, Monmouth Medical Center. Call 732-923-6857 to register June 4 & 18 – Diabetes Support Group; 6-7 p.m.; Free; Through support and education, people with diabetes learn how to become self-sufficient in the daily management of the disease; Facilitated by Monmouth Medical Center’s Center for Diabetes Education staff; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration required 732- 923-5025 June 5 – Us Too: Prostate Cancer Support Group; 7-9 p.m.; Free; Mutual support, information and education for prostate cancer patients and their partners; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration required. For registration, location and directions contact the Cancer Center 732-923-7269 June 5 - Breastfeeding Today; 7-9:30 p.m. $50/couple; An introduction to breastfeeding for prospective mothers and fathers focusing on the process and techniques of breastfeeding - includes advantages, preparation, concerns of working mothers and the role of the family; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration 732-923-6990 June 5, 12, 19 & 26 – Pediatric Pre-operative Tour; 3-4 p.m.; Tours for all pediatric patients having a surgical procedure in the Cranmer Ambulatory Surgery Center at Monmouth Medical Center. Tours are designed to reduce anxiety by giving children a hands-on experience with real medical equipment and visitation to areas they will encounter on the day of surgery. Meet in the playroom of the Cranmer Ambulatory Surgery Center; Registration is required by Tuesday for Thursday tours 732-923-6525 June 5, 12, 19 & 26 – Tobacco Dependence Treatment Program; 3-4 p.m. or 6-7 p.m.; $15/session (free initial assessment); Six-week program for individuals who wish to quit smoking and consent to a free nicotine dependence assessment and NRT counseling. Offered by the Saint Barnabas Institute for Prevention at Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Ave., Long Branch; To schedule a free assessment appointment, contact Anna Larotonda at 732-232-2833 June 6 – Marlboro Township Senior Program Health and Wellness Day; 8:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m.; Educational day begins with morning stretch, light breakfast followed by morning and afternoon lectures, lunch, local vendors and health screenings; Registration and membership required. For details call 732-617-0100 June 7 & 14 – Two-Day Preparation for Childbirth; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; $150/couple (includes continental breakfast); Two Saturdays; A complete childbirth education program in two-sessions including lectures on relaxation and breathing techniques; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration 732-923-6990 June 10 – Newly Diagnosed? Coping with Breast Cancer; 5:30-7 p.m.; Supportive and educational time-limited (6 mos.) group offering information on diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. Provides opportunity to share concerns, fears, questions and experiences in a caring environment. Jacqueline M. Wilentz Comprehensive Breast Center Library, Monmouth Medical Center; Registration required by calling 732-923-7582 June 10 – Pediatric Diabetes Support Group; 6 p.m. Professionally run support group for parents and children to discuss issues, concerns and questions regarding children living with diabetes; Monmouth Medical Center, Maysie Stroock Pavilion, Center for Diabetes Education Classroom, (Use Alexander entrance off Second Avenue), Long Branch; Registration required, contact Lisa Ball-O’Brien, LSW 732-923-6085 June 10 – An Update on Diabetes Management; 6-9 p.m. $55 general/$45 MU Students and MMC employees (includes light dinner); Presented by Sudha Ganne, MD, Endocrinology, Autumn Dempsey, RN, Diabetes Educator and Lauren Dorman, MS, RD, Certified Diabetes Educator: Program for health care professionals will explore the growing impact of diabetes in both children and adults with focus on identifying risk factors and pre-diabetic conditions. Strategies for dietary and pharmaceutical approaches to disease management will be presented; MMC is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by NJSNA, an accredited approver by the AACN’s Commission on Accreditation #(P91-12/2007-2010). Cosponsored by the Marjorie K. Unterberg School of Nursing and Health Studies and Monmouth Medical Center; At Monmouth University, Club 107, 108, Magill Commons, West Long Branch; On-line registration at Monmouth University website. Go to “Continuing Education Online Registration Form”.
June 11 – Shore Area Stroke Survivors; 2-4 p.m.; Support and education for stroke patients, their families and friends. Monthly speakers on stroke-related topics; Cosponsored by Monmouth Medical Center and The Rehabilitation Hospital of Tinton Falls; At The Rehabilitation Hospital of Tinton Falls Cafeteria, 2 Centre Plaza; For information and registration contact Lara Latzsch at 732-460-5377 June 11, 18, 25 & July 2 - Diabetes Self-Management Series; 2-4 p.m. Fee; Four-session diabetes education program focusing on diet, nutrition, glucose monitoring, medications, meal plans, prevention and treatment of diabetes complications, dining out and benefits of exercise. Program is taught by a registered nurse and a registered dietitian/certified diabetes educator; The Center for Diabetes Education at Monmouth Medical Center; For information and/or to register for classes, call 732-923-5025 June 12 – Cleft Palate Support Group; Support group for parents of children with cleft palates or cleft lips providing a forum for discussing shared concerns and exploring resources; For registration, time and location contact Helene Henkel 732-923-7653 June 12 – Support for People with Oral, Head and Neck Cancer (SPOHNC); 6-7 p.m.; Patient-directed, non-profit, self-help organization dedicated to meeting the emotional, physical and humanistic needs of oral, head and neck cancer patients and their caregivers. Monthly meetings offer information, support and encouragement to newly diagnosed patients, survivors, family members and friends; Goldsmith Wellness Center at Monmouth Medical Center; For registration and information call The Leon Hess Cancer Center at 732-923-6575 June 12 - Baby Fair; 7-9 p.m.; Free; Is there a baby in your future? Whether you’re already pregnant or plan on becoming a parent someday, you are invited to this free community event for expectant and prospective parents. Here’s your chance to talk with health care professionals about the childbirth experience, maternity choices or any other topics that are important to you. Join us for a tour of theEisenberg Family Center and nursery; Refreshments and free gifts; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration required by calling 1-888-724-7123, then choose prompt #1 to register June 13 – “To Your Health Showcase” at Monmouth Mall; 11 a.m.-1 p.m. To celebrate National Men’s Health Week we’ll provide valuable information to increase your awareness about preventable health problems and to encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men. Free blood pressure screenings will be available. At Monmouth Mall near the Food Court, Routes 35 & 36, Eatontown June 13 – Free Blood Pressure Screening; 11 a.m.-1 p.m. High blood pressure can be a warning sign for a variety of health problems. Have your blood pressure checked through this free screening to be conducted by health care professionals from Monmouth Medical Center; At Monmouth Mall near the Food Court, Routes 35 & 36, Eatontown June 13, 20, 27 & July 11 - Diabetes Self-Management Series; 9-11 a.m. Fee; Four-session diabetes education program focusing on diet, nutrition, glucose monitoring, medications, meal plans, prevention and treatment of diabetes complications, dining out and benefits of exercise. Program is taught by a registered nurse and a registered dietitian/certified diabetes educator; The Center for Diabetes Education at Monmouth Medical Center; For information and/or to register for classes, call 732-923-5025 June 16 – Cardiac Support Group; 7 p.m.; Provides mutual support, encouragement and education for people who are coping with cardiac disease and their families. The group combines educational topics on heart healthy lifestyles with discussion and sharing of personal heart disease related experiences; Cardiac Rehab Dept. at Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Ave., Long Branch; Registration required 1-888-724-7123, then press prompt #1 to register June 16, 23, 30 & July 7 - Diabetes Self-Management Series; 6-8 p.m. Fee; Four-session diabetes education program focusing on diet, nutrition, glucose monitoring, medications, meal plans, prevention and treatment of diabetes complications, dining out and benefits of exercise. Program is taught by a registered nurse and a registered dietitian/certified diabetes educator; The Center for Diabetes Education at Monmouth Medical Center; For information and/or to register for classes, call 732-923-5025 June 18 – Cesarean Birth Education; 7:30-9:30 p.m.; $40/couple; Educational program for couples with explanations of what to expect if Cesarean delivery is indicated for first time or repeat Cesarean deliveries; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration 732-923-6990 June 21 – Free Child Car Seat Inspections; 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; In New Jersey, all children under age 8 who weigh less than 80 lbs. are required to be in an appropriate child restraint in the rear seat of a vehicle. Free child seat inspections will be conducted by a Certified MONOC Child Passenger Safety Technician. The inspections are sponsored by The Children’s Hospital at Monmouth Medical Center; At Galaxy Toyota, 700 State Highway No. 36 East, Eatontown; Appointments are required by calling MONOC Child Passenger Safety Hotline at 1-800-287-3515, Ext. 1107 June 21 - Safe Sitter; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $50/child; Presented by certified Safe Sitter instructors, this program teaches 11- to 13-year-olds to be responsible, creative babysitters with special emphasis on how to handle emergencies; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration 1-888-SBHS-123, then choose prompt #1 to register June 21 – Make Room for Baby; 10-11 a.m.; $40/family; Program for siblings ages 3 to 5 years to acquaint them with the hospital setting and prepare them for the new baby; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration 732-923-6990 June 21 & 28 – Baby Care Basics; 12 noon-2 p.m.; $80/couple; Program focusing on infant care including growth, development and safety issues; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration 732-923-6990 June 22 – One-Day Childbirth Program; 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; $179/couple (includes continental breakfast and lunch); A complete childbirth preparation course in one day geared for highly motivated participants with busy lifestyles or fluctuating schedules unable to commit to a five week program; At Monmouth Medical Center; Outside reading and pre-registration required 732-923-6990 June 24 – When Breast Cancer Returns; 1-2:30 p.m.; Supportive and educational time-limited (6 mos.) group for people whose breast cancer has recurred or spread beyond the primary site. Provides opportunity to share concerns, fears, questions and experiences in a caring environment; Monmouth Medical Center, Jacqueline M. Wilentz Comprehensive Breast Center; Registration required by calling 732-923-7582 June 24 - Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group; 2-3:30 p.m. Offers support to caregivers and family members coping with Alzheimer’s disease; Geriatric Conference Room at Monmouth Medical Center’s Maysie Stroock Pavilion, Corner of Pavilion and Second Avenues, Long Branch; Registration required. Contact Robin DeNucci, CSW at 732-923-7560 June 24 - SHARE Support Group; 7:30 p.m.; Free support group for parents who have experienced a loss due to miscarriage, stillbirth or neonatal death as well as grandparents and other adults close to the parents. Also provides information on how to help children cope with the loss of a sibling. Stanley Wing, Room 206, Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Ave., Long Branch; Registration required, contact Jennifer Pawlak, APN, 732-923-7344 June 25 – Monmouth Medical Center’s Community Health Fair: Holistic Health; 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Explore some complimentary alternative practices such as aromatherapy, meditation and yoga to balance the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of your life; At Monmouth Medical Center, Ground floor lobby, 300 Second Ave., Long Branch June 25 – Free Blood Pressure Screening; 11 a.m.-1 p.m. High blood pressure can be a warning sign for a variety of health problems. Have your blood pressure checked through this free screening to be conducted by health care professionals from Monmouth Medical Center; At Monmouth Medical Center, Ground floor lobby, 300 Second Ave., Long Branch June 26 – Inflammatory Bowel Disease Support Group; 7 p.m.; The only support group in New Jersey for parents of children with IBD cosponsored by Monmouth Medical Center and the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) – NJ Chapter. This is a meeting for children with IBD and their parents. Meeting will be facilitated by Jonathan E. Teitelbaum, MD, Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Charles D. Katz, Ph.D., Psychologist and Lisa Ball-OBrien, social worker; At Monmouth Medical Center, Dr. Teitelbaum’s Office, Steinam Housman Room 210, 255 Third Avenue, Long Branch; For information call 732-923-6080 June 26 – Bariatric Surgery Support Group; 7-9 p.m.; Free; Professionally run support group open to individuals who have undergone bariatric surgery or to those who are anticipating/planning a bariatric procedure. At Monmouth Medical Center; Pre-registration is required 1-888-SBHS-123, then choose prompt #1 to register June 26 – Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) Adult Support Group; 7:30-9 p.m.; Free; Support group for ADD adults and their significant others; At Monmouth Medical Center; For information contact Dr. Robert LoPresti 732-842-4553 June 29 – Eisenberg Family Center Tour; 1:30 p.m.; Free; Tour theEisenberg Family Center, which offers a comfortable, homelike environment for expectant mothers in our expanded labor, delivery and recovery unit, and spacious postpartum rooms for women recovering from childbirth. Tours will be conducted by a staff member who will answer your questions; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration 732-923-6990 Adoptive Parenting; $150/couple; Program for those planning an adoption to help you prepare for your child’s arrival. Classes include information on infant care, feeding and formula preparation, baby equipment, safety and child growth and development during the first year of life. For information call 732-923-6990 Bereavement Support Group; Mutual support and education for persons bereaving the death of a loved one. Group runs for six-week sessions; meets periodically; For information on next session contact Gila Lux at 732-923-6463 Family Support Group; 6-7:30 p.m.; Free support group for family members of patients age 18 and over with a psychiatric diagnosis; Meets twice monthly; At Community Connections Bldg., 72 N. Bath Ave., Long Branch; Registration required call Ron Collier 732-923-5226 Look Good, Feel Better; A special program sponsored by the American Cancer Society for women cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation. Learn to cope with the side effects of treatment and feel comfortable with changes in your appearance by receiving a personal make-over by cosmetology professionals; For next date, time, location and to register 732-758-8220 Orthopaedic Pre-Operative Program; Program for orthopaedic patients having a surgical procedure at Monmouth Medical Center to decrease anxiety and explain what will occur during the hospital stay. Tour the orthopaedic unit, meet the staff and bring your questions; At Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Ave., Long Branch; Private 30-45 minutes classes can be scheduled by calling 732-923-6603 or 732-923-7971 NOTE: ALL PROGRAMS MEET AT MONMOUTH MEDICAL CENTER, 300 SECOND AVENUE, LONG BRANCH, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. For questions or more information, contact The Community Health Education Department at Monmouth Medical Center at (732) 923-6990.
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