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CLASSES

To register for any of the following classes, call the Faith Regional Health Resource Center at (402) 644-7348.

Look Good … Feel Better

January 18, 2 to 4 p.m.
March 16, 9 to 11 a.m.
May 17, 2 to 4 p.m.
Faith Regional Health Resource Center This American Cancer Society program for women undergoing cancer treatment offers participants an opportunity to learn about makeup techniques, skin care, nail care, and options related to hair loss such as wigs, turbans, and scarves. Each participant receives a free cosmetics kit for use during and after the workshop.
Cost: FREE

Tai Chi

February 15–May 5
Noon to 1 p.m., East Campus
Would you like to enhance balance, reduce stress, and increase strength? Join us for this 12-week series (24 sessions) to learn tai chi. Anyone can perform tai chi, which is especially beneficial for seniors or those who need to enhance balance. Classes will be held Mondays and Wednesdays and are taught by certified tai chi instructors.
Cost: $48 or $2 per session

Positive Discipline — Parents 1, 2, 3, 4 Education Series

March 2, 9, 16
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Faith Regional Health Resource Center This educational series is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers of children ages 1 to 5. Learn about strengthening the bonds you have with your children and how choices, routines, and positive interactions can increase your child’s school readiness and self-control. Must commit to all three sessions. Book and refreshments included.
Cost: $15

“I Can Cope” Cancer Education Series

April 8, 15, 22, 29
Noon to 1 p.m.
Faith Regional Health Resource Center This American Cancer Society educational program teaches adults with cancer and their families about different aspects of cancer, including managing the effects of illness and treatment, and keeping well in mind, body, and spiritual reflections. Complimentary lunch provided. Call and register for one or all dates.
Cost: FREE

Health Trek

April 19–May 31
This friendly team competition is open to all businesses, organizations, and individuals. Points are earned for exercising and making other healthy lifestyle choices. It’s a fun and easy way to get in shape for summer with the encouragement of a team! Participants receive a T-shirt and weekly team standings, and are eligible for randomly drawn prizes.
Cost: $10 per person

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OB CLASSES

Childbirth Education

Available dates: January 9, February 6, March 6, April 10, May 1
8 a.m. to 4 p.m., West Campus
This class will help prepare the expectant mother for the process of labor and delivery of her newborn. Stages of labor and breathing and relaxation techniques are presented and practiced. Educational handbook is provided for each participant/couple.
Cost: $50

Childbirth Education Refresher

Available dates: January 27, March 24, May 26
7 to 9 p.m., West Campus
This refresher course for expectant mothers who have completed the childbirth education class reviews the labor process and relaxation and breathing techniques. Educational handbook is provided for each participant/couple.
Cost: $30

Child, Infant, and Adult CPR and First Aid

Available dates: January 13, February 10, March 10, April 14, May 12
7 to 10 p.m.
Faith Regional Health Resource Center Learn to perform adult, child, and infant CPR and pediatric first aid. Ideal for daycare providers, parents, grandparents, and anyone interested in learning lifesaving skills!
Cost: $30

Breastfeeding

Available dates: January 20, February 24, March 17, April 21, May 19
7 to 9:30 p.m., West Campus
Learn techniques for successful breastfeeding, including infant cues and breastfeeding positions. Ideal for expectant and new mothers. Handbook is provided to each participant.
Cost: $30

Sibling Class

Available dates: January 12, March 9, May 11 7 to 8 p.m., West Campus This class is designed for siblings expecting to be a new big brother or big sister. An overview of newborn needs is presented. Cost: $5 per child

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EVENTS

Faith Regional Foundation Annual Gala “Dreams to Reality”

April 10
Divots DeVent Center
Enjoy an elegant evening of dining including silent and oral auctions and raffle. Tickets are $100 per person with corporate sponsorships available. Call the Faith Regional Foundation at (402) 644-7302 or e-mail pwidner@frhs.org for tickets, sponsorships, or to donate an auction item.

American Heart Association Start! Heart Walk

April 7
Be inspired to make changes in your daily life to reduce your risk for heart disease and stroke by joining the American Heart Association’s Start! Heart Walk. Many participants are heart disease and stroke survivors; others walk in honor or memory of a friend or family member who has or had heart disease or stroke. For more information, visit www.startwalkingnow.org.

Landon Bos Memorial Bicycle Rodeo

May 22
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
West Campus employee parking lot Children from kindergarten through sixth grade can learn about bike safety and the rules of the road.

Relay for Life

June 4 and 5
Opening ceremony at 6 p.m.
Norfolk Senior High, Johnny Carson Track Join the fight against cancer and help support cancer research. Register your team for the 15th anniversary Norfolk Area Relay for Life online at www.relayforlife.org/norfolkareane.

Faith Regional Foundation Pro-Am

June 11
Enjoy 18 holes of golf with a golf pro, lunch, dinner, and awards while benefitting the Faith Regional Foundation. Call (402) 644-7302 for more information.

“In the Spirit of Children” Fish and Chip Tournament

June 12 and 13
Willow Creek State Recreation Area and Pierce Community Golf Course
Northeast Nebraska’s only combined fish and golf event includes fishing on Saturday and golfing on Sunday. All benefits go to the Northeast Nebraska Child Advocacy Center. To register or to learn more, call (402) 644-7402.

Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspections

Third Tuesday of each month, 3 to 7 p.m., Norfolk Fire Division, 701 Koenigstein Ave.
First Tuesday of each month, 5 to 8 p.m., Norfolk GM Auto Center, 1123 S. 20th St.

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SUPPORT GROUPS

Faith Regional Health Services maintains a listing of local and area support groups. To inquire about the availability of a support group, please contact our Health Resource Center at (402) 644-7348 or visit www.frhs.org/hrc_classes.html for more information.

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