Caring Connection | spring 2010

Upcoming Events

Leona VanDyke, daughter of Sage and Jessica VanDyke

Registration is required for all programs. For more information, or to register, please call the NRMC Community Education Department at 417-448-3622 or email swilson@nrmchealth.com.

La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group

Designed for women currently breastfeeding or pregnant women who want to learn more. Led by a certified instructor. Children welcome!
Dates and Times: April 20, May 18, 6:30 p.m.
Location: NRMC Third Floor Classroom
Free admission!

Coffee Talk

A different health care topic will be discussed each month. A variety of NRMC professionals will be available to answer health-related questions.
Dates and Times: March 23, April 27, May 25, 9 to 10 a.m.
Location: Mezzanine Conference Room
Free admission!

FREE Colon Cancer Screening

Are you 50 or older? Consider getting tested for colon cancer, the second-leading cause of cancer death for men and women. It’s easy, painless and private, and it could save your life. FREE colon health kits also available for in-home testing.
Date and Time: March 26, 4 to 6 p.m.
Location: NRMC Main Lobby

Healthy Weight, Healthy You — Lunch and Learn


Date and Time: March 26, noon
Location: Mezzanine Conference Room
Free to attend! Lunch costs $5 — you can also bring your own.

Sibling Celebration

Designed for children ages 2 to 6. Helps kids celebrate becoming a big brother or sister. Class includes a tour of the OB department.
Date and Time: April 13, 3:30 to 4:15 p.m.
Location: Medical Arts Conference Room
Free admission!

Caregiver’s Support Group

Discussion meeting for family members and caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. To learn more, call Barone Care Center at 417-448-3999.
Dates and Times: April 14, May 12, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Location: Barone Care Center
Free admission!

Childbirth Class

Intended for women in the last trimester of pregnancy. Class includes a tour of the NRMC OB department.
Date and Time: April 17, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Third Floor Classroom
Free admission!

6th Annual Community Health Fair!

Featuring a wide variety of FREE health screenings presented by health care professionals, safety information, and much, much more! A two-hour fast is required for some screenings.
Date and Time: April 17, 8 a.m. to noon
Location: Osage Prairie YMCA
Free admission!

HeartSaver CPR

Learn the basics of CPR.
Date and Time: April 19, 1 to 4 p.m.
Location: Third Floor Classroom
Class costs $20.

Day Care Provider’s Education

Educational credits are offered to help licensed day care providers obtain their required class time.
Date and Time: April 27, 6:30 p.m.
Location: Third Floor Classroom
Free admission!

Stress: You Can Handle It! — Lunch and Learn

Date and Time: April 30, noon
Location: Mezzanine Conference Room
Free admission! Lunch costs $5—you can also bring your own.

Infant/Child CPR

Parents and caregivers can learn how to perform CPR on an infant or small child. Registration required.
Date and Time: May 11, 6:30 p.m.
Location: Third Floor Classroom
Free admission!

Taking Control of Your Asthma — Lunch and Learn

Date and Time: May 14, noon
Location: Mezzanine Conference Room
Free admission! Lunch costs $5—you can also bring your own.