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July 1 – Journey of Hope: Bereavement Support Group; 6-8 p.m. Support for spouses/partners who lost their loved one to a brain tumor. Share stories, tears, laughter and together find hope. At the David S. Zocchi Brain Tumor Center at Monmouth Medical Center; For details, call Wendy Berk, LCSW at 732-972-3451 July 1-31 – 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. Convenient appointment times are available. The Center for Diabetes Education at Monmouth Medical Center; For information and/or to schedule an appointment, call 732-923-5025 July 2 – Children/Adolescents Experiencing Loss; 6-7 p.m. Free; 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 July 2 – Pediatric Insulin Pump Support Group; 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free; Professionally run support group for children using an insulin pump and family members or caregivers; Meets bi-monthly at Monmouth Medical Center; Registration is required 732-923-6990 July 2 – 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 July 2 – Diabetes Insulin Pump Support Group; 7:30-9 p.m. Free; If you wear an insulin pump or your physician has suggested you begin to use one, please join us to discuss insulin pump therapy. This professionally run support group for people with diabetes, their family members and friends will offer education and mutual support; Meets bi-monthly at Monmouth Medical Center; Registration required 732-923-5025 July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 – 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 July 2 & 16 – 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 Center for Diabetes Education at Monmouth staff; At Monmouth Medical Center, Alexander Wing, Room A001; Registration required 732- 923-5025 July 3 – 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 July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 – 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 July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 - Tobacco Dependence Treatment Program; 3-4 p.m. and 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 July 4 – Oceanfest; 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Join Monmouth Medical Center, a corporate sponsor of Oceanfest, in the biggest Independence Day Celebration at the shore on the promenade in Long Branch. Free blood pressure screenings and information about our programs and services will be available. This event will include entertainment, food, a wide range of crafters, master sand sculpting exhibitions, giant fireworks display, free giveaways and more; At the Long Branch Boardwalk July 7 – 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 July 7, 14, 21 & 28 – Mother to Mother Support Group; 11 a.m.-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 July 8 – Newly Diagnosed? Coping with Breast Cancer; 5:30-7 p.m. Free; 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; Pre-registration required. Call 732-923-7582 July 8 – 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; Women and Children’s Specialty Center, 1 Route 70 West, Lakewood; Registration required, contact Lisa Ball-O’Brien, LSW 732-901-0211 July 9 – Health Information on the Internet: The Good, The Bad, The “Don’t Go There”; 1-3 p.m. Presented by Frederic C. Pachman, AHIP, Director of Altschul Medical Library, Monmouth Medical Center; There is a lot of health-related information on the Internet. How do you access reliable, trustworthy and accurate information? How can you evaluate a new website that you’ve found before you start believing the content? With all the health news that is splashed across the headlines, where do you go to find the original source and story? Join us for a lecture and discussion and bring your favorite story and URL. At SCAN (Age 50 and over) Learning Center, Monmouth Mall, Routes 34 & 36, Eatontown; Registration required by calling 732-542-1326 July 9 – 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 July 9 – Childbirth Update/VBAC; 7:30-9:30 p.m. $40/couple; Childbirth preparation review program teaching latest breathing exercises and newest aspects of obstetrics. For those planning a VBAC, discussion will also include criteria, contra-indications, preparation and more; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration 732-923-6990 July 9, 16, 23 & 30 – 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 July 10 – 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 and location contact Helene Henkel 732-923-7653 July 10 - 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 July 10 & 17 – Baby Care Basics; 7:30-9:30 p.m. $80/couple; Program focusing on infant care including growth, development and safety issues; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration 732-923-6990 July 11 – “To Your Health Showcase” at Monmouth Mall; 11 a.m.-1 p.m. “Exercise for Health” Learn about the many health benefits provided by regular physical activity at any age. We’ll also have information about programs and services offered by Monmouth County Park System. Free blood pressure screenings will be available. At Monmouth Mall near the Food Court, Routes 35 & 36, Eatontown July 11 – 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 July 11, 18, 25 & August 1 – 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 July 12 & 19 – 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 July 13 – 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 July 14 – Grandparents Program; 7-9 p.m. $30/person, $40/couple; During this program, grandparents have the opportunity to meet with a prenatal educator and discuss current trends in childbirth and infant care so that they can help support their own children as they become parents. A tour of The Eisenberg Family Center is included; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration 732-923-6990 July 14, 21, 28 & August 4 – 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 July 15, 22, 29, August 5 & 12 - 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 July 19 – Free Child 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 July 19 – Becoming a Big Brother/Big Sister Program; 10-11:30 a.m. $40/family; This program is specially suited for children ages 6 and up who are preparing for the arrival of a new sibling; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration 732-923-6990 July 20 – 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 July 20 – Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Epstein Barr Virus & Fibromyalgia Support Group; 10-11:30 a.m. Support group for persons with these syndromes and their families, friends, significant others; At Monmouth Medical Center; Registration required 732-923-6990 July 21 - 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 July 22 – 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. Jacqueline M. Wilentz Comprehensive Breast Center Library, Monmouth Medical Center; Registration required. Call 732-923-7582 July 22 – 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 July 23 – The Importance of Having an Advance Directive/Living Will; 1-3 p.m. Presented by members of the Patient Satisfaction Department, Monmouth Medical Center; An Advance Directive/Living Will is an effective means of maintaining control over your medical care if you become unable to make decisions. Attendees will receive information on Advance Directives/Living Wills and have the opportunity to execute an Advance Directive/Living Will free of charge; At SCAN (Age 50 and over) Learning Center, Monmouth Mall, Routes 35 & 36, Eatontown; Registration required by calling 732-542-1326 July 23 – Prescription Medications: Better Understanding; 1:30 p.m.; Presented by Joseph DiCubellis, RPh, MPH, Administrative Director, Pharmacy, Monmouth Medical Center; Today’s prescription medications can cure infections, treat chronic diseases and alleviate pain. However, all medications have risks as well and benefits. Learn what you need to know to ensure that you’re getting the most benefit with the least risk by better understanding your prescription medications; Lunch will be provided; At Care One At Wall Township, 2621 State Highway No. 138; Registration required by calling 732-556-1060 July 24 – 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 July 24 – 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 July 26 – 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 July 26 – 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 July 27 – 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 July 27 & August 3 - 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 July 29 – Lifetime and Estate Planning; 11-11:45 a.m. Presented by Laura Tennenbaum, JD, LLM, Saint Barnabas Health Care System Foundation Director of Planned Giving; This seminar will review the documents you need to protect yourself and your family in the event of a major illness. Wills, probate and gifting of assets during your lifetime will be discussed. At the Howell Senior Center (Age 60 and over), 251 Preventorium Road; Registration is required by calling 732-938-4500, Ext. 2554 July 29 – 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 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; Bereavement support helps those in mourning to better cope with the overwhelming thoughts, emotions and stresses people experience after the loss of a loved one. This group is for those who have lost a loved one in the past year. Meets for 6 consecutive weeks. Though the program is free, registration is required. For more information, dates for next session or to register, call 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 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 and next session call 732-923-6080 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 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 (732) 923-6990.
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