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

PACE (People with Arthritis Can Exercise)

This class is an exercise program designed specifically for people with arthritis. This program will help participants keep their joints flexible, maintain muscle strength and build overall stamina.
Dates and Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning Jan. 2, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Moore-Few Community Room
Class fee is $10 for a two-month session.

Tai Chi

This exercise class helps people gain balance and mobility while participating in a form of stress reduction exercise.
Dates and Time: Wednesdays beginning Jan. 3, 11 to 11:45 a.m.
Location: NRMC Third Floor Classroom
Class fee is $10 for a five-week session.

Alzheimer’s Assistance and Support

This is open to anyone with an interest or concern about Alzheimer’s disease. If this is not a convenient time for you or if you prefer a private discussion, call Maureen Short, BSN, LNHA, administrator at the Barone Care Center, 417-448-3999.
Dates and Times: Thursday, Jan. 4, 1 to 2 p.m.,
Jan. 18, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.,
Feb. 1, 1 to 2 p.m.,
Feb. 15, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Barone Care Center
No fee to attend.

Operation Fit Kids

Class helps children ages 6 to 12 learn how to live a healthy lifestyle.
Dates and Time: Mondays beginning Jan. 8, 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Location: Osage Prairie YMCA
Class fee is $15 for a four-week session, includes t-shirt and healthy snacks.

PACE Aquatics

This warm water class is designed for people with arthritis to help improve their mobility. Participants do not need to be swimmers to join.
Dates and Times: Mondays and Wednesdays beginning Jan. 8, 8 to 9 a.m. and 3 to 4 p.m.
Location: Cottey College
Class fee is $10 for an eight-week session.

Arthritis Self-Help Support Group

Dates and Time: Tuesdays beginning Jan. 9, 2 to 3 p.m.
Location: Medical Arts Conference Room
Class fee is $15 for a six-week session.

Childbirth Class

Intended for women in the last trimester of pregnancy. It is important to attend the entire series to get the most benefit for you and your baby.
Dates and Time: Tuesdays beginning Jan. 9, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Location: NRMC Third Floor Classroom
No class fee for a five-week session.

Mom’s Group

Dates and Times: Tuesday, Jan. 9, or
Tuesday, Feb. 6, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Location: NRMC Third Floor Classroom
No fee to attend.

Infant/Child CPR

Parents and caregivers can learn how to perform CPR on an infant or small child.
Dates and Times: Tuesday, Jan. 9, or
Tuesday, Feb. 13, 6:30 p.m.
Location: Medical Arts Conference Room
No class fee.

Sibling Celebration

Designed for children ages 2 years to 6 years. Helps children celebrate becoming a big brother or big sister. Class includes a tour of the OB department.
Date and Time: Thursday, Jan. 11, 6 to 6:45 p.m.
Location: Medical Arts Conference Room
No class fee.

Day Care Provider’s Education

Educational credits are offered to help licensed day care providers obtain their required class time.
Dates and Time: Monday, Jan. 22, or
Monday, Feb. 26, 6:30 p.m.
Location: Mezzanine Conference Room
No class fee.