SAINT BARNABAS WELLNESS INSTITUTE AT THE JCC NEW BABY AND INFANT PROGRAMS
WELCOME TO THE SAINT BARNABAS WELLNESS INSTITUTE Heidi Rinsky Schnapp, MA, CSW is available on site Monday through Friday. Consider her a liaison between you and the extensive roster of physicians, clinicians, and medical services available at the Saint Barnabas Medical Center. Please stop by to visit, call 973-322-5620, or email hschnapp@barnabashealth.org. UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PROGRAMS. Call 973-322-5620 (Option 1) or email hschnapp@barnabashealth.org.
HEALTH SCREENINGS
NEWBORNMOM BREASTFEEDING SOLUTIONS WITH DAWN CEDRONE, RN, MSN, IBCLC NewBornMom Breastfeeding Solutions has provided help to moms and babies for over 20 years. Through private, one-to-one consultation, an IBCLC-certified lactation consultant can help prevent problems and provide new moms with the breastfeeding experience they envision. Daily by appointment To learn more or schedule an appointment, visit www.newbornmomsolutions.com or call 973-740-0400 (fee).
INFANT CPR FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY When performed correctly, CPR can save a child’s life by restoring breathing and circulation until advanced life support can be given by health care providers. This two-hour, entry –level course offers instruction by The CPR Training Center in child an infant CPR as well as foreign body airway obstruction (choking) training.
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING (FREE)
Call for schedule
Knowing your numbers is an important part of maintaining your heart health. Screenings are provided by Barnabas Health Homecare and Holistic Nurse Coordinators from Saint Barnabas Medical Center.
Registration is required by calling the CPR Training Center: 973-926-7407 (fee).
September 18, October 16, December 18; 10:30–11:30am October 23, November 20; 10:00–11:00am
GLUCOSE/ CHOLESTEROL SCREENINGS & STROKE PREVENTION EDUCATION (FREE) Kelly E. Roe, RN, Stroke Clinical Coordinator from The Stroke Center at Saint Barnabas will do an immediate reading of tests as well as individual education. Registration is required. September 16; 10:00am–12:00pm
HEALTHY EATING NUTRITION MINI CONSULTS (FOR JCC MEMBERS) Schedule a 15-minute appointment with Deanna Schweighardt, RD, Saint Barnabas Outpatient Nutritionist. September 16; 3:00–4:00pm October 21; 10:30–11:30am November 18; 3:00–4:00pm December 16; 10:30–11:30am Free of charge, compliments of Saint Barnabas Medical Center. Registration is required: 973-322-5620.
ASK THE NUTRITIONIST Email questions to be answered by Deanna Schweighardt, RD to Heidi Schnapp at hschnapp@barnabashealth.org.
MEET THE DOULA Birth is not something that should be feared, but rather looked forward to with anticipation and excitement. A labor support doula is a knowledgeable and experienced guide for childbirth. Join experienced doulas to learn more about the services and support they provide. Call for schedule Registration is required: 973-322-5360
NEW MOMS’ CIRCLE AND BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT New moms along with their babies are welcome to attend this weekly support group that is led by a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in post-partum adjustment. A Breast Feeding Support Group follows. Mondays, 10:00am–12:30pm Free of Charge, compliments of Women’s Health/ Parent Education at Saint Barnabas Medical Center Registration is required: 973-322-5360 or www.barnabashealth.org/sbmcevents
MOMMIES MOODS This professionally led support group for new moms, focuses on mothercare rather than child-care. Discussions address issues of anxiety, sadness, irritability, and feeling scared and overwhelmed by the transition to motherhood. Fridays, 11:00am–12:30pm Free of charge, compliments of Women’s Health/ Parent Education at Saint Barnabas Medical Center Registration is required by calling Lauren Meisels, PhD; 973-762-4147
Up-to-date program information and monthly calendars can be found on the JCC website: http://www.jccmetrowest.org/wellnessinstitute
SAINT BARNABAS WELLNESS INSTITUTE AT THE JCC COMMUNITY HEALTH EDUCATION Please see our monthly calendars for additional programing. Programs are free of charge, compliments of Saint Barnabas Medical Center. Registration is required: 973-322-5620
SEPTEMBER THE GLUTEN FREE & PALEO DIETS Wednesday, September 10; 7:00–8:00pm
NEW INTERVENTIONS FOR STROKE Wednesday, September 17; 10:00–11:00am
SOLUTIONS FOR CHRONIC LEG PAIN & VARICOSE VEINS Wednesday, September 17; 7:00–8:00pm
HOLISTIC HEALTH AND STRESS REDUCTION
A STRONG START TO A NEW SCHOOL YEAR… AN EVENING WITH ELLIOT A. GROSSMAN, MD
INTEGRATIVE HEALING THERAPIES FOR STRESS REDUCTION
Thursday, September 18; 7:00–8:00pm
Holistic Nurse Coordinators from Saint Barnabas Medical Center will provide monthly sessions introducing the integrative healing therapies beneficial to enhancing quality of life. Each class will include a demonstration and hands on experiential learning.
OCTOBER
Topics include: Reiki, Aromatherapy, Journaling, Acupressure, Meditation, Guided Imagery, and more.
COPD: THE TRIGGERS AND TREATMENTS Tuesday, October 7; 10:00–11:00am
TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR PELVIC FLOOR DISORDERS
October 23, November 20; 11:00am–12:00pm
Wednesday, October 15; 7:00–8:00pm
Registration is required: 973-322-5360
DO YOU HAVE TROUBLE GOING TO SLEEP AND OR STAYING ASLEEP?
SPECIAL PROGRAMMING FEELING STRONGER—FEELING BETTER This program is designed for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease and other neuromuscular/movement disorders. EXERCISE CLASSES WITH SHARON TOBEY, JCC FITNESS DIRECTOR
Wednesday, October 22; 7:00–8:00pm
KNOW THE SKIN YOUR IN Wednesday, October 29; 7:00–8:00pm
NOVEMBER GOING GLUTEN FREE IN STAGES Tuesday, November 4; 11:00am–12:00pm
Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:30–2:30pm
RETURN TO YOUR PRE-INJURY SELF
*The exercise classes are free for JCC members and cost $5.00 for nonmembers.
Tuesday, November 4; 7:00–8:00pm
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP WITH LEE DAGGER, LCSW OF JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF METROWEST NEW JERSEY September 8, October 6, November 3, December 1; 1:30–2:30pm SUPPORT GROUP—PARTICIPANTS CAN TALK, SHARE, AND LEARN FROM EACH OTHER Fridays; September 5, October 17, November 21, December 5; 1:30– 2:30pm
HIGH-RISK LUNG CANCER SCREENING Wednesday, November 19; 7:0–8:00pm
DECEMBER MEN’S HEALTH FROM THE UROLOGIST’S POINT OF VIEW Wednesday, December 3; 7:00–8:00pm
HAND INJURIES; DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT Tuesday, December 9; 7:00–8:00pm
Up-to-date program information and monthly calendars can be found on the JCC website: http://www.jccmetrowest.org/wellnessinstitute