HOSPITALS

ENGLEWOOD HEALTH

350 Engle St. Englewood 201.894.3000 englewoodhealth.org

FRIENDS AND FAMILY CPR (IN-PERSON)

This program was developed to instruct parents, grandparents, babysitters and nursery school personnel on prompt care for a choking infant or child along with CPR skills. Additionally, the course provides instruction on child safety and childproofing the home.

YOGA FOR ADDICTION RECOVERY AND OVERCOMING EATING DISORDERS (VIRTUAL)

Yoga has many mind and body benefits that can aid in recovery from a substance use disorder, such as alcoholism or drug addiction, and in overcoming an eating disorder. The practice can stabilize your mood, help you relax and manage anxiety, allow you to reconnect with your body, increase self-control and coping skills, explore selfcompassion and acceptance and even improve insomnia.

Our area hospitals are our partners in health, whether in-patient or at home. These are a few of the many educational courses and programs, both virtual and in-person, that ensure residents have the knowledge to maintain healthy minds and bodies. For more details and for a more expansive list of offerings, check with the individual hospitals.

MOMMY AND ME/POSTNATAL YOGA (VIRTUAL)

Meet other moms, bond with your baby and enjoy light physical activity in a supportive and safe environment.

* HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH PALISADES MEDICAL CENTER

7600 River Rd. North Bergen 201.854.5000 palisadesmedical.org

FRESH START SMOKING CESSATION (IN-PERSON)

This four-session program is available to help you to quit smoking. The decision to quit smoking is a fresh start to a new life. The sessions will teach you how to stop and how to stay stopped, how to cope with urges and withdrawal, medication options and many other tools to help you quit.

PREPARATION FOR BREASTFEEDING (VIRTUAL)

This class provides mothers-to-be and their partners the opportunity to learn more about the art and science of breastfeeding. Although breastfeeding is a natural process, it is not instinctive. This one-night class will provide information and support needed for a positive nursing experience.

KUNDALINI YOGA (VIRTUAL)

Learn how to relax your mind and body through the practice of yoga. All experience levels welcome.

HACKENSACK UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER

30 Prospect Ave. Hackensack 551.996.2000 hackensackumc.org

BREASTFEEDING CLASS (VIRTUAL)

This course will teach you the basics of breastfeeding, provide answers to your questions and prepare you for breastfeeding. It’s ideal for women who are about eight months pregnant.

MARVELOUS MULTIPLES

This prenatal program is for parents who are expecting more than one baby. It is specialized in that it will provide information not covered in standard prenatal classes.

THE HAPPIEST BABY ON THE BLOCK

Learn the techniques of Dr. Harvey Karp, a world-renowned pediatrician, in this two-hour class. You’ll discover how to soothe a fussy infant and how to help him or her sleep longer—plus you'll get a Happiest Baby on the Block DVD and a Soothing Sounds CD to take home.

FAMILY AND FRIENDS CPR

The Family and Friends® CPR class is for family members who want to learn rescue skills for loved ones. This course is perfect for new and expectant parents, grandparents, relatives and seniors. These classes present information and teach the skills for adult, child and/or infant CPR and first aid for choking for all ages.

HACKENSACK UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER AT PASCACK VALLEY

250 Old Hook Rd. Westwood 201.383.1035 pascackmedicalcenter.com

PREPARED CHILDBIRTH

This class provides mothers-to-be and their partners with the opportunity to learn about the care of their newborn. Topics include the birthing process, comfort techniques for labor, the role of the labor support person and so much more.

WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY WEBINARS

You've tried it all, so you know that dieting and exercise often provide only temporary solutions for losing weight. Learn about options for safe, reliable weight control from our supportive team of bariatric healthcare professionals who understand your struggle and will be there beside you long term.

* Not located in Bergen County

HOLY NAME MEDICAL CENTER

718 Teaneck Rd. Teaneck 201.833.3000 holyname.org

BARIATRIC SUPPORT GROUPS (VIRTUAL)

Considering weight-loss surgery? There’s a lot to learn and many questions to be answered. Join others who have had or will have gastricband, bypass or sleeve-gastrectomy procedures.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT AND DISCUSSION GROUP (VIRTUAL)

A bereavement counselor can help you deal with your grief and the many emotions that accompany loss.

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT AND DISCUSSION GROUP (VIRTUAL)

Breast cancer patients and survivors come together on Zoom to provide mutual encouragement, feedback and support.

QI GONG POSITIVE ENERGY (VIRTUAL)

These courses are open to anyone impacted by cancer who's interested in learning how to release stress and negativity and experience deep relaxation through meditation, mantra and gentle fluid movement. These courses may help boost immunity and promote well being by advancing the free flow of Qi, the body's innate energy.

THE VALLEY HOSPITAL

223 N. Van Dien Ave. Ridgewood 201.447.8000 valleyhealth.com

ALL ABOUT WEIGHT-LOSS SURGERY (IN-PERSON)

Deciding whether weight-loss surgery is for you? This informative presentation by a bariatric physician will discuss medical and surgical options for treatment of obesity.

DIABETES – ADULT DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP (VIRTUAL)

This four-week course with weekly two-hour meetings—open to people with diabetes and their families and friends—will show you how to best manage this condition.

THRIVE! WINTER MOMMY & ME WALKING GROUP (IN-PERSON)

Thrive! provides health education with a fun twist for women of all ages to support themselves and their families. At this event, you will connect with local moms (bring your little ones!) and get moving this winter.

NEWBORN CARE: TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF/TAKE CARE OF YOUR BABY (IN-PERSON)

This class details all the basics of newborn care for expectant parents. Topics include bathing, bath products, diapering, cord care, temperature taking and sleep patterns, as well as your postpartum care.

EPILEPSY SUPPORT GROUP (VIRTUAL)

This group provides a positive forum for patients and families affected by epilepsy. It will provide mutual support and education. Please call 201.251.3541 to register.

BERGEN NEW BRIDGE MEDICAL CENTER

230 E. Ridgewood Ave. Paramus 201.967.4000 newbridgehealth.org

THRIVE CLARITY VAPING CESSATION

Clinicians work collaboratively with the adolescent population to assist teens in honestly weighing the potential costs of vaping.

EVERGREEN SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT PROGRAM

The program is designed to meet the needs of adults suffering from addiction. The BNBMC Access Center will assess needs and direct admission to the level of care that will provide the most appropriate treatment.

THE HOPE & RESILIENCY CENTER FOR YOUTH

This is a clinic-based mental health program that offers a broad range of treatment services to meet the needs of at-risk adolescents and their families.