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HOSPITALS
from Bergen Guide 2022
ENGLEWOOD HEALTH
350 Engle St. Englewood 201.894.3000 englewoodhealth.org
FRIENDS AND FAMILY CPR
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
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 committed to your well-being during a stay and at home. Here is a sampling of the many educational courses and programs that ensure residents have the knowledge to maintain healthy minds and bodies. For more details, check with the individual hospitals.
MOMMY AND ME/POSTNATAL YOGA
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
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
This is a virtual class that 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 onenight class will provide information and support needed for a positive nursing experience.
KUNDALINI YOGA
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
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.
HEALTHY FUTURES
Bring your kids (between ages 8 and 18) to learn about a healthy diet in this 12-week program. Topics include coping with social pressures, self-esteem and emotional and social eating.
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.
250 Old Hook Rd. Westwood 201.383.1035 pascackmedicalcenter.com
PREPARED CHILDBIRTH
This class provides mothers-tobe 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
ALL CLASSES ARE OFFERED VIRTUALLY UNLESS STATED OTHERWISE 718 Teaneck Rd. Teaneck 201.833.3000 holyname.org
BARIATRIC SUPPORT GROUPS
Considering weight-loss surgery? There’s a lot to learn and many questions to be answered. Join others who have had or will have gastric-band, bypass or sleevegastrectomy procedures.
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT AND DISCUSSION GROUP
A bereavement counselor can help you deal with your grief and the many emotions that accompany loss.
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT AND DISCUSSION GROUP
Breast cancer patients and survivors come together to provide mutual encouragement, feedback and support.
INFANT AND CHILD CPR
Provided through Holy Name’s Institute for Simulation Learning, certified instructors teach parents and caregivers to recognize when a child is in respiratory or cardiac arrest, unconscious or choking, and how to correctly perform CPR and activate the 911 system. For more information, visit holyname.org/birthplace or call the Parent Education Department at 201.833.3153.
THE VALLEY HOSPITAL
223 N. Van Dien Ave. Ridgewood 201.447.8000 valleyhealth.com
ALL ABOUT WEIGHT-LOSS SURGERY
Deciding whether weight-loss surgery is for you? This informative presentation by a bariatric specialist will discuss obesity and your options.
DIABETES SUPPORT SERVICES
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! Thrive! provides health education with a fun twist for women of all ages to support themselves and their families—and best of all, you get all the 411 via email.
NEWBORN CARE: TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF, TAKE CARE OF YOUR BABY
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
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.
WOMEN’S YOGA
This is a virtual, mixed-level yoga flow class for non-pregnant women, which includes strength and flexibility for a complete mind/body practice.
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 persons over the age of 18 who are suffering from the disease of addiction to drugs and/or alcohol. The Access Center will assess needs and direct admission to the level of care that will provide the most appropriate treatment.
THE HOPE & RESILIENCE CENTER FOR YOUTH
This class is for individuals, with their families, from ages 13 to 17 experiencing issues interfering with their ability to function in family, school or community.
