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Bellingham
Mended Hearts
Mended Hearts Bellingham chapter will meet at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 1. This session will feature elder service providers in Whatcom County. It will be held at PeaceHealth St. Luke's Health Education Center (HEC) 3333 Squalicum Parkway in Bellingham. Join virtually on Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84468535997 Or on YouTube, tap "Live" then search MH Chapter 382 Bham.
Drop-in for Diabetes Answers
On the first Wednesday of every month from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., PeaceHealth is offering a new resource for anyone who has or is concerned about diabetes or prediabetes. Stop by to get your questions answered by a certified diabetes care and education specialist. No registration required. Just show up at PeaceHealth Cordata Main, Conference Room 1 at 4545 Cordata Parkway on the lower level in Bellingham. Questions? Call 360-752-5206.
Advance Directive Workshop for Cancer Patients
The PeaceHealth St. Joseph Cancer Center hosts a monthly advance care planning session specifically geared toward patients experiencing cancer. The class meets at 3 p.m. on the second Thursday at the Cancer Center, 3301 Squalicum Parkway in Bellingham. Participants discuss the process of completing an advance directive and durable power of attorney and have a chance to complete these documents at the workshop. The class is reserved for patients with cancer. For questions or to reserve a spot at the next meeting, June 13, call 360-788-8232 or send an email to sclough@peacehealth.org.
Centering Pregnancy Program
If you're expecting a baby, consider joining the Centering Pregnancy Program at the Cordata South clinic in Bellingham. The prenatal care program combines expert healthcare with group support in 10 fun, interactive group appointments with others who are pregnant. Ask your OB-GYN about the Centering program so you can find your community today.
Sedro-Woolley
United General Hospital District #304 offers the following courses online:
Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR)
Thursday, June 6, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Friday, June 14, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tuesday, June 18, 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Friday, June 21, 9 to 10:30 a.m.
We all have a role in promoting health and preventing suicide, and anyone can gain the skills to help save a life. People ages 16 and older will learn and practice the proven QPR method to support someone in a mental health or suicide crisis with confidence and compassion. Register here: https://unitedgeneral.org/classes/#mhp-classes
Overdose Response
Monday, June 3, 11 a.m.
Tuesday, June 11, noon
Anyone who uses opioids, including prescriptions, can be at risk for an overdose. Learn how to recognize an overdose and go through the steps to respond effectively to an overdose crisis by calling 911 and administering naloxone (aka Narcan) in this short online training. Register here: https://unitedgeneral.org/classes/#health-and-safety
Family Play and Grow Drop-In Group
Every Thursday at 11 a.m.
Play and Grow is designed for parents/caregivers and their babies. This one-hour drop-in group will include songs, playtime with baby and discussions on development, feeding, sleep, and other related topics. Come connect with other parents and share the joys and challenges of parenting. Sessions meet at Heartwood House, 136 Highway 20, Sedro-Woolley.
Skagit Nature Prescription Program
Spend time in local parks and out on trails with other active adults from the Skagit area with our community walks or bring your children aged 0-5 to Family Treks! All community members are welcome. Every walk includes time to connect with other participants and learn about resources for your health and wellbeing.
Community Walks
Family Treks
Register here: https://unitedgeneral.org/nature-rx/
Volunteer Training – Rooted: Growing and Grieving Together Youth Bereavement Program
Are you interested in supporting young people who have experienced the death of someone close to them or another type of loss? Peer-based grief services for youth aged 5-18 are resuming and United General District 304 seeks compassionate individuals interested in co-leading groups this summer and/or fall. Attend a training and orientation to Rooted (formerly called The Landing) from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 25 at the newly renovated Heartwood House on the hospital campus. If interested, reach out to Avry.Richter@UnitedGeneral.org | 360-420-9390
See all classes and offerings from United General Hospital District.
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Virtual
Advance Care Directive Classes
Now is a good time to complete or update your advance directive. You can use this plan to let others know ahead of time the kind of care you want to receive should you not be able to speak in the future. Watch the on-demand video or call 360-752-5267 to ask about in-person classes near you.
Childbirth Center Tour
Tour the PeaceHealth St. Joseph Childbirth Center from the comfort of your home. Watch the video to learn what to expect and how to prepare for the arrival of a little one.
Virtual Cancer Support Group
If you have cancer, you're not alone on this journey. Drop into this weekly virtual support group at 10 a.m. every Monday for emotional and practical support. For more information, call 360-788-8232 or email sclough@peacehealth.org.
Note: Classes and events may be subject to change.
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