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Medical Milestones 2021 • Issue 1
New Head Man Page 10
Innovations Page 4
Thespian Doctor Page 12
From The Foundation Page 16
2021 Officers and Members of the Board of Trustees Mitch Adrian, PhD Chairman Neil Aspinwall, PhD
Chairman-Elect/Vice Chairman & Secretary
Joe Miller, Jr.
Past Chairman
Devon Hyde
President/CEO & Assistant Secretary
Dawn Johnson-Hatcher Treasurer Jason Langhofer, DO
Medical Staff President
Daniel Hall, MD
Medical Staff President-Elect
Cliff Courville, MD
Medical Staff Past President
Judge Gene Thibodeaux William “Randy” Condos, MD Richard Martinez, MD J. Gregory Lugo, MD Denise Emerson Rau Louis Todd, Sr.
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Medical Milestones First in Louisiana 4 Using soundwaves to clean arteries
Increased Risk
Meet Deanna Daigrepont, MD
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Colon cancer showing up in younger adults
ScART 8 New art therapy helps cancer patients
New Head Man
Thespian Doctor 12
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Devon Hyde takes over
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Lake Charles Memorial Health System and its related entities comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.
Lake Charles Memorial Health System offers language translation service free of charge to our patients and families, as well as assistance for those with visual or hearing impairments. Our House Supervisor can assist in connecting patients and families with assistance. Call 1-337-480-8430.
Lake Charles Memorial Health System respecte les lois fédérales en vigueur relatives aux droits civiques et ne pratique aucune discrimination basée sur la race, la couleur de peau, l'origine nationale, l'âge, le sexe ou un handicap. Lake Charles Memorial Health System cumple con las leyes federales de derechos civiles aplicables y no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, nacionalidad, edad, discapacidad o sexo. Lake Charles Memorial Health System tuân th lu t dân quy n hi n hành c a Liên bang và không phân bi t i x d a trên tu i, khuy t t t, ho c ch ng t c, màu da, ngu n g c qu c gia, gi i tính.
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1 in Louisiana: Heart Team Uses st
Shockwave - a novel application of lithotripsy
was granted FDA approval for use in the coronary arteries in February and we began using it right away,” says Memorial Medical Group Interventional Cardiologist Edward Bergen, DO
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital is the first hospital in Louisiana to use a new treatment option for patients with severely calcified coronary artery disease. The new technology, Shockwave, is a novel application of lithotripsy, an approach that uses sonic pressure waves in the past to safely break up kidney stones. It’s now available to treat problematic calcium in the coronary arteries that can reduce blood flow in the heart.
Dr. Bergen was the first physician at the Heart & Vascular Center at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital to use this device. His partners, interventional cardiologists Hari Bogabathina, MD, Clay Hammett, MD, Christopher Thompson, MD, J. King White, MD, and Kevin Young, MD, will also use the new technology to treat patients.
“We have actually been using this technology on the peripheral arteries in the body since last year with great success. It recently
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New Calcified Artery Treatment Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. Each year, more than 600,000 people in the United States die of heart disease. As people with coronary artery disease age and their disease progresses, plaque thickens on the artery wall, which can narrow the artery. Physicians often use stents to open an artery. Of the approximately one million patients that undergo a stent procedure each year, 30 percent have problematic calcium that increases their risk for adverse events. Calcium makes the artery rigid and more difficult to reopen with conventional treatments, such as a balloon, also known as angioplasty, or an atherectomy. The atherectomy procedure drills through the calcium to open the artery and has been available for several decades. Its use remains low, as it can result in complications for patients who are undergoing stent procedures. The new shockwave technology, also known as intravascular lithotripsy or IVL, allows physicians to fracture the problematic calcium with a balloon and sonic pressure waves. The artery can then be safely expanded and blood flow is restored with the placement of a stent and without unnecessary complications.
Cancer Statistics: Dr.Current EdwardBreast Bergen Dr. Hari Bogabathina
“Our team of doctors at Heart & Vascular Center is steadfast in our commitment to give our patients access to the latest cardiovascular innovations to treat heart disease,” Dr. Bergen says. “It is exciting to be starting a new chapter in the treatment of heart disease in some of our most complex patient cases after using the same tools for the last 30 years – especially one that improves the safety of the procedure for the benefit of the community.”
Breast CancerDr. Statistics: Dr.Current Clay Hammett Christopher Thompson
For more information about the Shockwave treatment or to schedule Current Dr. J. KingBreast WhiteCancer Statistics: Dr. Kevin Young
an appointment with a cardiologist, call 337.494.3278 (337.49HEART) or go to www.lcmh.com/heart.
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Risk on the Rise: More Young Adults With Colon Cancer
For more information or to make an appointment with Dr. Fontenot, call 337.494.4785 or go to www.lcmh.com where you can
With this new upward trend in younger people being diagnosed with colorectal cancer, the recommended age for having a colonoscopy has dropped from 50 to 45.
view Dr. Fontenot’s seminar on early onset colorectal cancer. 6
Colon cancer is one of the very few cancers that may be truly preventable and colonoscopy is the only true preventative screening option.
Dr. Eric Fontenot “With this new upward trend in younger people being diagnosed with colorectal cancer, the recommended age for having a colonoscopy has dropped from 50 to 45,” Dr. Fontenot says. “This shows the seriousness of this trend. It will also prompt more people to get screened to either prevent the cancer from spreading or prevent it from happening all together.”
Historically, colorectal cancer is not the most talked about cancer or one that really becomes a thought until a person reaches the age of 50 to 60. Yet, times are changing as this very preventable and treatable disease, if caught early, is showing up more and more in younger people in the prime of their lives. The good news is colon cancer cases in people 50 and older have declined by 35 percent nationwide since 1990, but on the flip side, cases in younger adults has doubled in the same time period. People born in the 1990s have four-times the risk of developing rectal cancer and two-times the risk of developing colon cancer compared to their parents.
Colon cancer survival rate is around 80 percent if it is caught in a localized area. The problem is once symptoms begin in people, the cancer could already be advanced. That is why prevention and timely screenings are so important. Colon cancer is one of the very few cancers that may be truly preventable and colonoscopy is the only true preventative screening option. That preventative benefit of colonoscopy is often lost amidst the noise of the less glamorous aspects – bowel prep, sedation and the low, but real risk of complications. Some protective factors include a diet high in fiber, lean meats, no smoking, limited alcohol and regular physical activity.
“We call this new colorectal cancer trend in people under the age of 50 Early Onset Colorectal Cancer or EOCRC,” says Memorial Medical Group Gastroenterologist Eric Fontenot. “It’s a trend that we need to get in front of, as people ages 20-49 have seen cases with this type of cancer rise by 51 percent since 1994.” The “why” this is happening is hard to pinpoint as up to 80 percent of EOCRC does not appear to occur in those with a high-risk family history. Thus, this upward trend is happening too fast to be explained by genetics alone. However, even with that being true, paying attention to family history remains critically important. There are people who are in a higher risk category if they have a family history of abdomen cancers, particularly before the age of 60, or in multiple relatives.
“We highly recommend people get timely colon cancer screenings, as recommended by your doctor. In a colonoscopy, we’re on the hunt for the colon polyp. In general, colon cancer begins as a colon polyp and polyps may be completely removed at the time of colonoscopy thus preventing the cancer from forming in the first place. That’s an amazing potential-preventing cancer before it can even start. With newer prep options, including an all-pill prep option, the overall experience is improving every day,” Dr. Fontenot says. “If you do have some unexplained symptoms such as passing blood, weight loss or a change in bowel habits, come see us. The earlier we can attack this cancer, the much better the outcomes.”
There is some correlation with inflammatory bowel diseases such as Cohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. Obesity, sedentary lifestyles and diets low in calcium and vitamin D are seen as contributors to EOCRC. Louisiana ranks #7 in new diagnosis for people under 50, and Southwest Louisiana is a hotspot on that list.
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Every scar tells a story.
Traci Gibson (left) gets instruction from local artist and certified ScART instructor Susan Hebert at Memorial’s ScART event.
A painting experience where cancer survivors paint their surgical or emotional scars on canvas in a group setting. 8
explained McKenzie. “ScART provides survivors the opportunity to gather and talk with other survivors, and hopefully help view their scars with a new lens.”
Traci Gibson will never forget March 18, 2020. It’s the day she went in for a routine mammogram — a mammogram that came back questionable. A follow-up biopsy and MRI led to the discovery of stage one invasive, ductal, adenocarcinoma in her right breast.
Memorial held the first ScART event in Southwest Louisiana in March at the Charleston Ballroom. Plans are in the works to continue and grow the program locally, expanding to patients with all forms of cancer. Gibson was one of the participants at the ScART event, painting alongside Dr. Ellington who is a big supporter of the event, and who created her own canvas on the insights she gained treating cancer patients.
“This would come as a shock at first, and then a secret that I could not reveal. My brother Trey had just been brought to ICU at Memorial because his stage 4 colon cancer was back with a vengeance, and I did not want to alarm my parents. I had the incredible support from my husband, J.J., and our children, Molli and Griffin. And, I had my Jesus! He never left my side. He actually carried me the entire way. I was filled with God’s grace, and I found Him everywhere I turned.”
“I found it to be empowering,” Gibson says. “I met many other women with different stages of breast cancer. Some women had just gone through treatment, and others have been cancer free for years. It was thought provoking and a celebration of one of life’s greatest victories.”
On Monday, March 30, Gibson came to Memorial for an appointment with Memorial Medical Group Breast Surgeon Amanda Ellington, MD, to discuss her treatment plan. Due to the recent precautions the COVID-19 pandemic brought on, she had to go alone. When she got out of the car, she looked up and realized that she could see where her brother’s ICU room might be.
Prior to class, ScART participants are asked to complete a simple online homework assignment to prompt their approach to their painting, and to start their healing journey. Part of the homework assignment is to hand-sketch their scar on paper, which they bring with them to class. Once at the event, guests transfer the scar drawing to canvas. Local artist Susan Hebert led the class. She became a certified ScART instructor last year.
“I know that the Holy Spirit put me in the same place as Trey, and I know that we both felt the others presence,” she recalls. “We were there for each other. He passed away that night.”
“It becomes a free-form art class, which allows them to tap into their emotions during the painting experience,” Hebert says. “After the class, ScART guests have the opportunity to discuss their relationship with their scars and share stories with the group if they feel comfortable. The final product is a unique and abstract piece of art with a special meaning.”
Dr. Ellington walked Traci through the treatment plan laid out by her Memorial Medical Group Oncologist Michael Broussard, MD, and Radiation Oncologist James Maze, MD. Elective surgeries were delayed due to COVID-19, and Traci was not able to have a lumpectomy until the end of April. The surgery was a success. Margins looked great, sentinel node was located and very early stage one breast cancer was now gone. She then went through a 10 week course of radiation. Today, she remains cancer free.
For participants that chose to do so, Memorial created a print of their artwork that will be displayed in the breast health center. The original pieces are returned to the participants.
For cancer patients like Gibson, Covington based business owner, Lisa McKenzie, created an empowering group painting experience called “ScART” which stands for “Scar Art”. This is the first-of-its-kind painting experience where participants paint their surgical or emotional scars on canvas in a group setting. The purpose of the program is to bring survivors together so they can support one another while also learning that they are not alone in their journey, and are stronger than they realize.
If you are interested in more information about ScART, and want to get on the list for Memorial’s next event, email Community Outreach Specialist Allie Livingston at
“Emotional healing from surgical scars varies from one cancer survivor to the next and talking about it often feels taboo,”
alivingston@lcmh.com, or call 337.494.2935, or go to www.lcmh.com/scart 9
Cover Story New Head Man
Devon Hyde, President & CEO 10
The Board of Trustees of Lake Charles Memorial Health System named Devon Hyde as the new President and Chief Executive Officer to lead the largest health system in Southwest Louisiana. Mr. Hyde began his journey with Memorial on April 12, and is the fifth CEO to lead Memorial since opening in 1952. Mr. Hyde has 15 years of executive healthcare management experience having led both for-profit and not-for-profit hospitals and medical centers throughout the United States. He recently served as the CEO of Presbyterian Hospital, the largest acute care hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Prior to that, he was the CEO at AllianceHealth Deaconess in Oklahoma City and the Chief Operating Officer at Hillcrest Medical Center in Tulsa, and Valley Hospital Medical Center in Las Vegas, respectively. Mr. Hyde has a degree in business administration from the University of Oklahoma and a Master of Business Administration from Oklahoma City University. He is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives and the Institute of Healthcare Executives and Suppliers. He and his wife, Betsy, came to Lake Charles from Albuquerque.
“We are excited for what Mr. Hyde brings to the table. He has shared some exciting ideas for our health system, and comes with a solid background regarding physician involvement. He has a very outgoing and inclusive personality. Through his leadership, our goal is to not only continue making the Memorial Health System the best choice for health care in our community, but to also make Memorial Health System the best place to work in our community.”
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Mitch Adrian, PhD. Chairman, Lake Charles Memorial Board of Trustees
Physician Spotlight: Dr. Deanna Daigrepont • Thespian Doctor
“Theater is something I fell in love with and offers a great release from reality at times. There is nothing like the energy a live crowd brings to a performance.” 12
lead in a play at age 12. Her passion for the stage would stay with her throughout life. Her local high school offered many opportunities to act and sing, and it is something she carried over into college.
Deanna Daigrepont, MD, knew she wanted to become a doctor at the age of 12 when a scary situation took a lifesaving turn thanks to her. Her best friend’s brother was choking and Dr. Daigrepont sprang into action and saved him using the Heimlich maneuver. Today, she is a family medicine physician with Memorial Medical Group.
She won a scholarship for theatre that led her to receiving double bachelors in theatre, and biological sciences from Louisiana College in Pineville. Her younger sister also attended Louisiana College, and the two of them were able to be in performances together.
“Everyone was telling me I should go to medical school after that,” she recalls. “I had never given it much thought, since no one in my family was in the medical field. I ended up enrolling in classes at my school geared for those interested in going into medicine in the future, and I never looked back.”
“It allowed me to continue to do something I really love, helping me to sharpen my acting skills and give me a break from all the sciences I needed to take to become a doctor,” she says. “Theater is something I fell in love with and offers a great release from reality at times. There is nothing like the energy a live crowd brings to a performance.”
Dr. Daigrepont received her medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans, and then spent three years at the Memorial/LSUHSC Family Medicine Residency Program training to become a family medicine specialist.
Through medical school and residency, there hasn’t been a whole lot of time for performances. Now that she is in a rhythm with her own practice, she hopes to one day get back to her thespian roots.
While no one in her family has a medical background, what is part of her roots is a love for the stage. She, her mom, sister, uncle, and nephew have all been involved in acting, theater, as a singer or performing artist. It is a passion that began at age 6 for Dr. Daigrepoint, when she was living in Hawaii. “I am the third generation of my family to live in Hawaii. I was born there and lived there until I was 17,” she says. “It’s a heck of a place to grow up. It’s beautiful, the weather is always nice, and it’s a place where everyone knows everybody.”
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Dr. Daigrepont’s first time singing was at age 6, her first onstage production was at age 11, and she received her first
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new doctors & NEW LOCATIONS new doctors Eric Fontenot, MD Gastroenterology Gastroenterologist Eric C. Fontenot, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist. He has a degree in English literature from Louisiana College in Pineville. He received his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport. His post-graduate training includes an internal medicine residency at University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center in Memphis, where he served as chief resident. He also completed a gastroenterology fellowship at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans with a focus on therapeutic GI procedures including endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) a procedure used to diagnose diseases of the gallbladder, biliary system, pancreas and liver, and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), a special endoscope that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce detailed images of the lining and walls of your digestive tract and chest. Dr. Fontenot is a Lake Charles native and has been practicing in Lake Charles since 2017. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American Gastroenterological Association, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and the American Board of Internal Medicine. 1890 W. Gauthier Road, Suite 205. Lake Charles. 337.494.4785 www.lcmmg.com.
Ajaypal Singh, MD Hospitalist Hospitalist Ajaypal Singh, MD, is a board-certified family medicine specialist. Dr. Singh serves as a hospitalist, treating and caring for patients admitted to Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. Dr. Singh comes to Memorial from Ascension Providence Hospital in Novi, Michigan. He received his medical degree from Medical University of Lublin in Lublin, Poland. His post-graduate training includes a family medicine residency at the Altru Family Medicine Residency Program in Grand Forks, North Dakota. He is a member of the American Board of Family Medicine, American Academy of Family Physicians and Society of Hospital Medicine.
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new locations Kipp Cryar, MD Orthopedic Surgeon Foot & Ankle Surgeon 4345 Nelson Road, Suite 101. Lake Charles. 337494.4900
Ronald Lewis, Jr., MD & Cristian Romero, MD Internal Medicine Medical Office Building I at Memorial Hospital 1717 Oak Park Boulevard, 1st Floor. Lake Charles. 337.494.6800 Gregory Rubino, MD Neurosurgeon Medical Office Building I at Memorial Hospital 1717 Oak Park Boulevard, 3rd Floor. Lake Charles. 337.494.4720
OB Care is Open Appointments Available #obcarelovesbabies OB Care: 337-562-0510
Armand Grimshaw, MD
Gisele McKinney, MD
Joseph Semien, Jr., MD
Norman Stewart, MD
OB/GYN
OB/GYN
OB/GYN
OB/GYN
In addition to pregnancy care, including fetal monitoring, OB Care prepares patients for labor, delivery and postpartum events through prenatal, breastfeeding and childbirth classes. Our clinic is also affiliated with maternal-fetal medicine specialists for women with high risk pregnancies.
OB Care is a full-service obstetrics clinic that fosters a positive, healthy pregnancy and childbirth experience regardless of your financial situation or lack of health insurance. Serving the residents of Southwest Louisiana, OB Care accepts private insurance, Medicaid or self-pay, working with expectant moms to develop an affordable payment plan. 15
From The Foundation Welcome New Foundation Board Members
Dallas Kingham Stockwell Sievert
Detrick Taylor Entergy
Garrett Stine Stine, LLC
Kevin Melton Chennault Airport
Employee Assistance Fund Donations
Owens and Minor Donates $100,000
Entergy Donates $5,000
Shana Neal, EVP/Chief Human Resource Officer, Owens & Minor (left) and Tamar Thornton, Community Engagement Leader, Owens & Minor (right) hold an actual large check to present to The Foundation for the Employee Assistance Fund.
Memorial Senior Vice President of Philanthropy Leif Pedersen (left) accepts employee fund donation from and Detrick Taylor of Entergy
“We are so appreciative of the work that LCMHS is doing and are honored to help support the recovery efforts.”
For more information on how you can help The Foundation at Lake Charles Memorial, go to www.lcmh.com/giving or call 16
337.494.3226.
Tim Coffey Annual Golf Tournament The Tim Coffey Annual Golf Tournament was held at L’Auberge Casino Resort Contraband Bayou Golf Course on March 19. The funds raised at the tournament go towards The Foundation Cancer Care Fund. Tim served as the chief operating officer for Lake Charles Memorial Health System from 2007-2016 and was instrumental in the growth of our facilities during his tenure. His premature death from pancreatic cancer in July of 2016 left a permanent void in the hearts of many who knew him. The tournament is a tribute to his memory and the game that he loved playing.
Richard R. Roe III Honored with Naming at Memorial Hospital The infusion suites at Memorial Hospital are now known as the Richard R. Roe III Infusion Suites. Mr. Roe was a nurse at Memorial until he passed away after a battle with cancer in 2010. The naming of the infusion suites in his honor was made possible by a donation from his wife, Jackie and son, Dr. Richard Roe IV. Richard R. Roe III was born in Baton Rouge and raised in Jennings by his loving parents, Richard Ratliff Roe, Jr. and Shirley Roe. He was married to Jackie Roe and together they raised two sons, Aaron Woods and Richard Roe IV. His life was filled with family, friends and a love of the outdoors. He found special joy in hunting, fishing and playing golf. He felt the spirit of God in those outdoor spaces and in his home church, Trinity Baptist. He was known to minister to others and many people felt the love and peace of God emanating from Rick until his death on April 21, 2010. Mr. Roe found his life’s calling in nursing. He especially loved tending to patients as he explained, “That’s really why I got into nursing. It’s wonderful when they thank us for being treated so well.” His nursing career took him through several hospitals and departments, but he found his perfect fit at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. Mr. Roe received his cancer diagnosis at Memorial. He knew what the diagnosis would mean in seeking treatments and getting the right care for himself. The options for such care were plentiful, but he knew that his hospital could offer the world class, cutting-edge cancer treatment he needed. He saw that his care plan would be personally crafted to his physical and emotional needs without the need to travel away from people he loved. The Richard Roe III Infusion Suites are donated by Jackie Roe and Dr. Richard Roe IV to celebrate his life, and in remembrance of his love and respect for Lake Charles Memorial Health System. Jackie Roe and Dr. Richard Roe IV are both on the board of The Foundation at Lake Charles Memorial Health System and, as a family, have a passion for philanthropy, especially raising money and awareness about the quality care delivered at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. 17
Support Groups
SARCOIDOSIS SUPPORT GROUP A group for people in our area dealing with this incurable
LA LECHE LEAGUE A breastfeeding group, La Leche League offers a series
disease, to come together to share their stories, health tips and support. For more information, call Sabrina Sonnier at
of meetings consisting of four classes that are helpful for pregnant moms and moms who are already nursing. Meetings
(337) 842-5939.
are free and open to mothers and babies. Contacts: Facebook Page: La Leche of Lake Charles Email: BreastIsBestLC@yahoo.com Courtney 337.540.6179 or Mary Ellen 337.842.9896
Third Tuesday of each month Shearman Conference Room 6pm - 7pm
STROKE SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUP Memorial offers a support group for stroke survivors. We get together each month to learn about local services offered, provide support strategies, share tips for enhancing recovery, and hear stories from fellow stroke survivors. Come and enjoy activities and get to know other stroke survivors. Fourth Thursday of every month • 3-4 pm Shearman Conference Room on the First Floor
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Prenatal and Family Education Classes Registration is required for all classes. For more information or to register, call 480-7243. All classes are held in the education rooms at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital for Women, 1890 W. Gauthier Road. Tours are available after all prenatal classes and at 1:30pm on the first Thursday of each month. ONE DAY PREPARED CHILDBIRTH CLASS
BABY CARE CLASS
Learn comfort, relaxation, positioning, breathing, and massage techniques for increasing the comfort level and enhancing the
The Baby Care Class reviews newborn characteristics, general baby care, early parenting issues and community resources.
birth experience during this condensed version of the Prepared
Recommended during the last 3 months of pregnancy.
Childbirth Series. Recommended for the last 3 months of pregnancy.
June 12 • September 18 • November 13 3-4:30pm • $10/Couple
May 15 • June 12 • August 21 • September 18 October 16 • November 13 8:30-11:30am • $20/Couple
INFANT AND CHILD CPR CLASS FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS Learn and practice rescue for choking and CPR for infants. This is NOT a certifying or credentialing course, but is recommended
BREASTFEEDING CLASS
for expectant parents, new parents and support persons.
Learn positioning, latch-on, early feedings and the importance of assessing baby’s intake during the Breastfeeding Class. Recommended during the last 3 months of pregnancy.
May 12 • September 29 • November 17 5:30-7:30pm • $10/Person
May 15 • June 12 • August 21 • September 18 October 16 • November 13 12:30-2:30pm • $10/Couple
SAFE SITTER The best sitter is a safe sitter! The Safe Sitter® Class is designed for boys and girls ages 11 to 13. Sitters learn safety tips for when they are home alone or working with children, how to recognize a medical emergency, how to perform choking rescue or CPR
SIBLING CLASS This class is recommended during the last three months of pregnancy. Preparing siblings for the arrival of a new baby can be as confusing as it is joyous. This class focuses on the unity of the family. Older siblings ages 2-10 are asked to attend with one or both parents. The children will have hands-on practice with dolls to learn how to interact with a new baby. Parents will receive informative guidelines and everyone will tour the
for children and babies, and how to have fun entertaining children. June 30 • July 21 8:30am - 3:30pm | $40/Sitter
mother/baby unit. May 15 • August 21 • October 16 3:00-4:00pm • $10/Family
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