Presbyterian Offers a Wealth of Health Education

Classes for Seniors
The Presbyterian Senior Connection program offers Free Presentations on Aging Issues twice a month at the Healthplex. Topics are specifically chosen to address common issues of seniors and aging.

The Presbyterian Women's Center
The Presbyterian Women's Center offers a myriad of educational classes for parents and families. Offerings include Baby Basics and Beyond, Big Brother/Big Sister, Birthing Basics, Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding and Returning to Work, Fathers in Training, Doula Chats, Infant CPR, Infant Massage, Maternity Tour, and Prep for Birthing. Click on the "educational classes" link above for times, locations, and cost.

Prenatal and Postpartum Exercise
Exercise Specialists at the Presbyterian Healthplex will develop specific exercise plans for Prenatal/Postpartum members.  Their plans will guide you through safe exercise leading up to the birth of baby as well as the weeks following the birth to help you get in and stay in shape.  Make an appointment with a Healthplex Exercise Specialist for your Prenatal and Postpartum Fitness Prescription.

Healthy Pathways Health Promotion Classes
Meditation, Joyful Relaxation, Cancer, Arthritis, Weight Loss and Diabetes management classes are available to all adults seeking health promotion education. Contact and registration information is provided with each of the class descriptions below.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction

Location: Presbyterian Healthplex

Address: 6301 Forest Hills Drive NE

Class Description: If you truly want to reduce stress in your life and improve your health, this is the class to take. Overcome stress, sleep better, lose weight, reduce pain, fatigue and much more so you can live a happier, healthy life. Michelle DuVal is now leading the workshop for her father and previous workshop leader who studied with Deepak Chopra and Dr. Dan Brown of Harvard Medical School. Ms. DuVal offers the class monthly. Continuing education credits are available upon completion of the class.

Date:  TBD

When: 10:00 AM-12:15 PM, Saturdays

Contact: Make your reservation by calling 615-1547.

Cost: $45
 

Joyful Relaxation with Restorative Hypnosis

Location: Presbyterian Healthplex

Address: 6301 Forest Hills Drive NE

Class Description: Learn to reduce stress as you focus on supporting healthy living and lifestyle choices. In this practical, straight forward program you will learn to use the effective techniques of progressive relaxation and guided imagery, along with the hypnotic experience. These techniques have helped participants to feel more relaxed, be more positive, make healthier choices, and sleep and feel better. Learn to work with simple, easy to follow tools for home use.

Included: Home reinforcement CD, unlimited free reinforcement and success support.

When: Monthly from 10:00-12:00 PM

Contact: Jolene Mills to register at 291-0333 or e-mail healthprograms@yahoo.com.

Cost: $45 (plus tax) for Healthplex members and Presbyterian employees, $55 (plus tax) for the public. The first 45 minutes is a free orientation.
  

Taking Charge: A Cancer Support Group

Location: Presbyterian Kaseman, Sandia Room

Address: 8300 Constitution Avenue NE

Class Description: An education program for persons with Leukemia, Lymphoma, Hodgkin's Disease, or Myeloma and the families and friends of those persons. This is a collaborative offering with the Leukemia/Lymphoma Society. Class facilitators are Jamie McDonald, MSW, LISW and Frida Bauer, RN

When: Call for day, time and directions

Contact: Jamie McDonald, MSW, LISW at 291-2006
To register call: 291-2006
Cost: No Charge
 

Look Good/ Feel Better

Location: Kaseman Presbyterian - Presbyterian Kaseman MD Anderson Center

Address: 8300 Constitution Avenue NE

Class Description: Topics include effects of chemo and radiation treatments, how to enhance appearance, and make-overs. Participants will receive a free cosmetic kit. This is a collaborative offering with the American Cancer Society

Contact: Jamie McDonald, MSW, LISW at 291-2006.

To register call: 291-2006
Cost: Free

Notes: Call for day, time and directions. 

Arthritis Management Class

Location: Presbyterian Healthplex

Address: 6301 Forest Hills Drive NE

Class Description: Topics include: Introduction to various types and treatments for arthritis, medications and supplements, joint protection, pain and stress management, how Rheumatoid/Osteoarthritis affects the hands, and joint adaptive aids to increase independence. Osteoporosis treatment and management are also covered.

Duration: 3 weeks

To register call: Susan Lawit, RN at 823-8374

Cost: $10 per class or $25 for the 3 class series
 

Weight Loss Programs 

Nutrition for Living Well

Location: Presbyterian Healthplex

Address: 6301 Forest Hills Drive NE

Class Description: In this commonsense approach to eating and weight management, you can learn to combine calorie controlled eating and exercise to meet your health goals. Nutrition topics include portion control, recipe modification, and skills for making healthy food choices when dining out. Most importantly, you will complete assignments and track your progress between sessions. This class is a great place to meet people, develop and practice skills, receive support and encouragement, and have a little fun!

Duration: 8 weeks

To register call: 823-8399

Cost: $60
 

Lose Weight Through Hypnosis

Location: Presbyterian Healthplex

Address: 6301 Forest Hills Drive NE

Class Description: The Wellness Seminar for weight reduction is a two hour session that combines standard behavior modification techniques with the power of a relaxing hypnotic experience. During the first 45 minutes learn how hypnosis can help you to control portion size, eat healthier foods and increase activity. This popular seminar has been held in over 65 hospitals since 1990 and at the Presbyterian Healthplex since 2001.

Included: Home reinforcement CD or audio tape, behavior modification booklet, and unlimited free repetitions.
When: 3 times monthly- Call Jolene for dates and times

Contact: Jolene Mills to register at 291-0333 or e-mail healthprograms@yahoo.com.

Cost: $45 (plus tax) for Healthplex members and Presbyterian employees, $55 (plus tax) for the public. The first 45 minutes is a free orientation. 
 

Taking Control of Your Diabetes - Type II Diabetes Management Series

Location: Presbyterian Healthplex

Address: 6301 Forest Hills Drive NE 

Class Description: Class participants with type II Diabetes will learn how to successfully manage their blood sugars through exercise, healthy eating, and correct medication. Topics include nutrition, preventing complications, eating out healthfully, and stocking your kitchen for success.  The class is taught by a Registered Dietitian. 

When: Tuesdays, 4:00-6:15 PM for 3 weeks

To register call: 823-8399

Cost: $60