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Directory of Services for your WellBeing Your Guide to Health and Wellness Offerings through St. Joseph’s/Candler The information provided in this booklet offers a comprehensive list of the various wellness offerings, support groups, community health forums, health education classes and other topics of interest to our community. This information tool encompasses St. Joseph’s/Candler events and classes over a four month period, January through April 2011. Some additional classes or events may be added after this publication’s press deadline. For the most up to date information, please contact the individual departments as noted, or visit our website at www.sjchs.org. It is our hope that you find this resource guide to be useful and timely. As always, we appreciate your feedback and welcome your thoughts. Please let us know how we can continue to serve you better. To access this publication on our website, go to www.sjchs.org, click on the For Your Health Button, then the Prevention & Wellness Link on the right of the page, the Center For WellBeing link, and the For Your WellBeing link. Location Directory Candler Hospital 5353 Reynolds Street Savannah, Georgia 31405 Life Care Center - Reynolds Street Main Entrance Marsh Auditorium - Enter through the Life Care Center Main entrance and proceed through the lobby past the gift shop and turn left; the auditorium is the last door on the left at the end of that hall. Professional Office Bldg. - Derenne Avenue Main Entrance Heart and Lung Bldg. - Entrance is facing Reynolds St. St. Joseph’s Hospital 11705 Mercy Blvd. Savannah, Georgia 31419 Riley Residence - 11806 McAuley Drive • Savannah, Georgia 31419. Entering the main entrance to the hospital turn to the right and follow sidewalk to the right and the building will be on the left on the half moon of the circular drive. Sister Cornile Conference Center - Enter through the Patient Reception Area from Atrium. Take elevator to second floor and look for the sign to the meeting rooms. Mission: Rooted in God’s love, we treat illness and promote wellness for all people. Holistic Wellness 4 Center For WellBeing 4 Massage Therapy 4 Phased Reflex Technique 5 Energy Healing 5 Lavender Body Salt Scrubs 5 Inpatient Massage Therapy 5 Parent-Baby Massage Class 5 Onsite Chair Massage 5 Acupuncture 5 Mindful Fitness 5 Tai Chi 5 Hatha Yoga 6Pilates® 6 Squats n’ Tots 6 WaterBabies Six Week Swim Class 6 Live Stronger, Live Smart – Cancer Exercise Program 6 Center For WellBeing 6 Specialty Packages Memorial Service Fitness 6 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 8 8 St. Joseph’s/Candler Wellness Center Heartworks Waterworks Aerobic Classes Chair Aerobics Circuit Training Personal Training Kidz Fitness Resting Metabolic Rate Testing Silver and Fit Health Screenings Health Promotion and Screening 8 8 8 8 8 Comprehensive Screenings Skin Cancer Screenings Prostate Cancer Screening Program Mobile Mammography Community Health Forums 9 10 Cardiac Rehab 10 Diabetes Self Management 10 Fibromyalgia Self Help Course Foot and Ankle Rehab Occupational Therapy Lymphedema Therapy Pulmonary Rehab SmokeStoppers: 10 10 10 11 11 11 11 Smoking Cessation Program Nutrition Outpatient Counseling Services Vestibular and Balance Rehab Community Outreach 12 SJ/C Health Information Hotline – CareCall 12 African-American Health Information & Resource Center 12 St. Mary’s Community Center Mother’s/Baby’s/ Children’s Health 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 The Telfair Birthplace Prenatal Breastfeeding Classes Prepared Childbirth Classes Infant Care Class Cesarean Birth Classes Telfair BirthPlace: Tea & Tour Prepared Childbirth Class Series - The Weekender Refresher Breathing Class Kidz Fitness Natural Family Planning Class Women’s Health 14 Telfair Pavilion Services 14Mammography 14 Digital Mammography 14CAD 14 Breast Ultrasound 14 Stereotactic Needle Biopsy 14 Cyst Aspiration 14 Ultrasound Core Needle Biopsy 14 Needle Localization 14 Bone density testing 14 Breast Cancer Seminars 14 Breast Self-Exam Classes 14 Osteoporosis Seminars 14 Continence Center 14 Continence Management 14 Urodynamic Testing 14 Pelvic Floor Biofeedback 14 Pelvic Floor Electrical Stimulation 14 Incontinence Screening Table of Contents Table of Contents Healthy Aging 15SmartSenior Support Groups 16 Cancer Support Group 16 Coastal Empire Polio Survivors Association 16 Essential Tremor Support Group 16 Fibromyalgia Group 16 Living Smart Fitness Club 16 “Man to Man” Prostate Cancer Support Group 16 National Alliance for the Mentally Ill Connection Support Group 16 Parkinson’s Disease Support Group 16 Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Support Group 16 Sarcoidosis Support Group 16SmokeStoppers 16 Survivorship Journey: What’s Next? 16 “Teens Nuturing Teens” Support Group St. Joseph’s/Candler reserves the right to cancel any program due to insufficient registration or unforeseen circumstances. A full refund will be given if a program is cancelled. No refund will be given once a class has begun. Community Health Forums Lifestyle 9 9 Aquatic Physical Therapy BackCare for for your your WellBeing 3 Holistic Wellness Holistic Wellness CENTER FOr WELLBEING The Center for Well-Being takes an integrative approach to medicine by treating the entire person with innovative therapies and treatments for the physical, emotional and spiritual parts that make us whole. When one area is not functioning correctly, it can negatively impact other aspects of overall health. Integrative services appeal to the emotionally based aspects of our being, and rejuvenating treatments target psychological improvement and well-being. True health is viewed not only as the absence of disease but also as the harmonious integration of body, mind and spirit. By nurturing the harmony of these elements, we strive to maximize a person’s overall health. Location All services and classes are offered through out St. Joseph’s and Candler campuses. Our scheduling base is Suite 120 located on the first floor of the Candler Heart and Lung Building. For more information regarding dates and times or to schedule/register contact the Center for WellBeing at 819-MIND (6463). Massage Therapy Nationally certified and GA licensed practitioners experienced in clinical, Swedish, prenatal, and sports massage, Reiki as well as reflexology will be available by appointment only. Known benefits of massage therapy include stress reduction, relief of muscle tension, increased circulation, and improved overall health. Cost: 30 minutes - $40 4 One Hour - $65 90 minutes - $100 Add-On Services: Hot Stone - $10 Hand & Foot Paraffin Wax - $10 Raindrop Therapy® - $10 Hand & Foot Lavender Scrubs - $10 Massage Packages 30 minute package (5) - $175 One hour package (5) - $275 90 minute package (5) - $450 Types of Massage Swedish: Traditional relaxation and therapeutic massage of long, gliding strokes and kneading techniques. Deep Tissue: Therapeutic massage that targets the deeper layers of the muscles, using slow movements and deep trigger point pressure to release chronic tightness and tension. Prenatal: Therapeutic bodywork which focuses on the special needs of the mother-tobe as her body goes through the dramatic changes of pregnancy. The Center has two Pre-Natal Massage Tables which makes it finally possible for the mother-to-be to relax comfortably. Parent and Baby Massage: A Massage Therapist will help parents learn basic massage skills for relaxing their babies. The massage helps to increase the health and bonding of the parents and baby. Sports Massage: Invigorating massage increases flexibility, aids in conditioning and promotes the release of toxins responsible for muscle soreness. Reflexology: A pressure technique applied to the hands and feet where all the body’s structure and organs are reflected. HotStone Therapy: Warm, smooth stones are applied to the body using the traditional Swedish massage movements. Raindrop Therapy®: This therapy combines the art of aromatherapy with the technique of light massage along the vertebra and the application of therapeutic grade essential oils dispensed like little drops of rain. The oils are used to help fight viruses, muscle spasms, inflammation, and for circulation. Manual Lymphatic Drainage: Form of massage that is gentle, flowing, and rhythmic. Onsite Corporate Chair Massage: A certified massage therapist will come directly to your office or business, based on per hour. Phased Reflex Technique (PRT) Phased Reflex Technique is a gentle, noninvasive healing modality. This technique provides pain relief, while minimizing the effects of injury or discomfort by soothing the nervous system. PRT incorporates the use of positional release and joint compression to stimulate the “proprioceptive” nerves, which innervate all the joint structures of the body. As these nerves are soothed, the resulting effects will create increased circulation, reduced pain and softened muscle tissue, followed by a deep sense of harmony of mind and body. Clients can remain fully clothed during the session, thus they are advised to wear loose fitting clothing. Cost: 60 minute session $65 30 minute session $40 Energy Healing Energy Healing targets the energy centers of the body where all major organs and glands are located. During a session the practitioner will place their hands over or on those areas of the body where the vital organs are located. This session provides relaxation that is non-invasive and works well for anyone for your WellBeing who desires relief from stress or who may not be able to tolerate a vigorous massage. The client is usually fully clothed during a treatment session. Cost: 30 minute session $40 60 minute session $65 Body Salt Scrubs Feel the stress melt away as your skin is gently exfoliated and massaged using a Salt Scrub. The Body Scrub will remove dead skin cell, stimulate circulation and leave skin hydrated, smooth and radiant. Cost: • Body Scrub (45 minute treatment) $65 • 75 minute Body Treatment (Body scrub & 30 minute massage) $87 • 105 minute Body Treatment (Body scrub & one hour massage) $110 Inpatient Massage Therapy Massage therapy provided in the privacy of your own hospital room by a certified massage therapist. Your nurse must obtain a physician approval/referral and schedule an appointment time. Cost: 30 minutes - $40 One hour - $65 Parent-Baby Massage Class Specially trained massage therapist will take new parents through massage techniques that can be used on your infants to increase health and bonding. Times will be scheduled individually with our massage therapist for each set of parent(s) and baby, in 30 minute time slots. Parents are asked to bring their baby’s favorite blanket and baby lotion, if child has sensitive skin. Cost:$40.00 Acupuncture The Center for WellBeing is pleased to offer Acupuncture services, provided by a Nationally Board Certified Licensed Acupuncturist. Acupuncture is a 4000-year old branch of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is based on the belief that disease and pain are the result of an imbalance of energy in the body called Qi (pronounced “chee”). Acupuncture uses hair-fine needles that are painlessly inserted into points along energy channels, called meridians, to help restore and maintain the balance of Qi. Acupuncture is becoming widely recognized in the US as an complementary form of treatment for many health issues. In 1997, the NIH (National Institutes of Health) confirmed the effectiveness of Acupuncture in treating a wide range of conditions including: • Allergies / Asthma • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome • Digestive Disorders / IBS • Fibromyalgia • Infertility • Osteoarthritis • Sinus problems • Smoking Addiction • Tinnitus / Vertigo • UTI / Incontinence • Anxiety / Depression • Colds and Flu • Facial Rejuvenation • Headache, Migraine • Insomnia • Sciatica • Skin conditions • Stress Management • TMJ • Women’s Wellness Cost: Initial Consult & Treatment - $100 Follow up treatments - $70 Packages Available Mindful Fitness Cost of ALL Mindful Fitness classes: $30 per month or $75 for three months $10 Guest Pass (per class) Please come to Candler’s Heart and Lung Building, Suite 120 on the first floor to pre-register. Tai Chi Holistic Wellness Holistic Wellness Learn to improve your health with Tai Chi, an exercise derived from the ancient Chinese martial arts. Tai Chi’s gentle movements may improve your physical energy, circulation, flexibility, coordination and balance. Tai Chi also can reduce stress, and achieve harmony and tranquility between mind and body. Times: Mondays and Fridays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Hatha Yoga This class will safely introduce you to basic yoga postures, breathing and relaxation techniques. Easy to follow, non-threatening instructions make the class suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners. Whether you are seeking a way to handle stress, become more flexible, increase strength, or bring balance into your life, this class is for you. Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Pilates® This popular exercise program strengthens and revitalizes without building bulk. You will perform strength, flexibility, and range of motion exercises. Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00p.m. Onsite Chair Massage Certified massage therapist will come directly to your office or business. Cost: $65 per hour for your WellBeing 5 Holistic Wellness/Fitness Holistic Wellness Squats n’ Tots This six week class will help you stretch and strengthen overused body parts as well as focus on muscle endurance, low impact aerobics, and abdominal work. Your baby (age 6 weeks to one year) can get in on the fun, too, or simply stay close to you on your mat. Date: Please call for dates. WaterBabies Six Week Swim Class Babies have a real affinity with water and our swimming class helps to improve coordination and balance. Your baby (age 6 weeks to two years) will enjoy our warm swimming pool with a teacher in the water to provide friendly and fun instruction. Date: Please call for dates. Live Stronger, Live Smart Cancer Exercise Program Live Stronger is an exercise program designed to help people tolerate cancer treatment and regain the best possible physical fitness after treatment, as well as improve emotional and mental health. A comprehensive exercise program, Live Stronger addresses the uniqueness of each person’s capabilities. The Live Stronger program is designed to specifically benefit each individual, whether they want to work with a personal trainer, establish a home program with expert advice, or attend a concentrated program with other survivors. Fees: One - on - One Program - please call for pricing. Small Group Program - please call for pricing. Center for wellbeing specialty packages Get Fit - Ninety-minute Health & Fitness Assessment, One Hour Personal Training Session, One Mindful Fitness Class, One Hour Massage. Cost: $150 Relaxation Enhancer - One Hour Massage, Hand & Foot Paraffin Wax Massage, One Mindful Fitness Class. Cost: $72 Pamper Me I’m Pregnant - One hour of Pre-Natal Massage, One class of Hatha Yoga, One class of Pamper Me I’m Pregnant, One parent-baby massage session (one-on-one). Cost: $114 Fitness The St. Joseph’s/ Candler Wellness Center offers a planned program that will include the following: (1) A fitness assessment to evaluate your current fitness levels (2) Individualized exercise program designed to meet your goals and any special medical considerations by our experienced and professional staff. (3) Orientation to the fitness center, strength training equipment (including pin-select stations and free weights) as well as an array of cardiovascular training equipment. Other services and programs offered in the membership include: Aerobic classes (aquatic, chair, and circuit training) blood pressure checks, cardiac rehabilitation maintenance – “Heart works” program, post therapy program and personal training. 6 Hours of Operation: Monday - Thursday: 5:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. Friday: 5:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday: 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sunday: 12 noon - 5 p.m. For additional information on how to join the Wellness Center please call (912) 819-8800. St. Joseph’s/ Candler Wellness Center Services & Programs Cardiac Rehabilitation Maintenance “Heartworks” Program The “Heartworks” program is designed for clients who have a history of cardiac disease and have graduated from a monitored cardiac rehabilitation program. This pro- gram is also designed for clients who are at high risk of developing heart disease due to risk factors such as smoking, high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol and diabetes. waterworks Classes All classes are held in the warm therapy pool located in the Heart and Lung Building, Cardiac Rehab Unit on the first floor. Swimming is not required for any of the WaterWorks Classes. The classes offer nonimpact aerobics in a therapeutic heated pool. A pool lift is available to assist participants into the pool. All classes are 45 minutes in length. Classes include: Easy Warm Up Range of Motion Cardiovascular Endurance Strength training (with water weights) Relaxation for your WellBeing Due to high demand, each participant may only register for one group of classes. Class days and times as follows: 8:45 a.m., Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 a.m., Monday, Wednesday, Friday 12 noon, Monday, Wednesday, Friday 12 noon, Tuesday & Thursday 1:30 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:00 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:00 p.m., Tuesday & Thursday Aerobic Classes All classes are held on the track located in the Heart and Lung Building, Suite 120 on the first floor unless otherwise noted. Must be a current Wellness Center member to participate. Chair Aerobics Classes A 30-minute specialized exercise class including a 10-minute warm-up, 10-15 minutes low intensity calisthenics workout, and a 10-minute cool-down. A chair will be used during the class. Hand held weights are optional. Date: Monday and Wednesday 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Circuit Training A 60-minute class that combines a cardiovascular workout with muscular strength and conditioning. Date: Mondays & Wednesdays 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Zumba Fitness®. Moving the World to a New Beat! Are you ready to party yourself into shape? That’s exactly what the Zumba® program is all about. It’s an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorieburning dance fitness-party™ that’s moving people toward joy and health. Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:45 to 5:30 p.m. for your WellBeing Personal Training Benefits of Personal Training Personal training will help you improve your overall fitness and achieve the results you want. Our personal training team will provide professional assistance to improve your strength, flexibility, endurance, posture, balance, coordination, nutrition and cardiovascular health. Combined with a personal commitment from you, the personal training team will help you to reach your personal health and fitness goals. Personal Training Programs • General populations • Special populations • Sports specific including speed and agility • Fitness for kids • Aquatics • Weight loss • Personal training for runners • Maternal • Yoga and Pilates The personal training staff are a certified multidisciplinary team including: • Exercise Physiologists • Exercise Specialist • Nurses • Registered Dietician Personal Training Fees Individual Training 30 minutes - $25.00 60 minutes - $40.00 10 Pack Sessions 30 minutes - $200.00 60 minutes - $360.00 Buddy Training* 30 minutes - $35.00 60 minutes - $65.00 10-Pack Buddy Sessions 30 minutes - $280.00 60 minutes - $525.00 Fitness Fitness *Buddy training for two clients during one session. Non-Member Packages Fitness Assessment - $75.00 Three one hour sessions @ $35.00 per session A New Weigh of Living The Wellness Center’s 12 week weight management program is designed to help participants make the necessary personal choices to reach their healthy body weight. The cost of this program is $599 and includes the following and is individualized based on weight loss needs: •Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) to evaluate baseline caloric needs; information is used to design a customized plan for that individual. •Detailed dietary analysis by Registered Dietitian, based upon food diaries. •1:1 consultation, education and counseling with registered Dietitian based on quarter visits. •Fitness Performance Test to provide customized and individualized analysis and planning of fitness activities. •1:1 consultation with Exercise Physiologist, with customized exercise prescription, personal training sessions and ongoing evaluation. •3 month membership at Candler Wellness Center. •Monitoring of appropriate lab-work for risk factor analysis and follow-up evaluation. • FitSmart Lecture that counts as a Peer Group 7 Fitness/Health Screenings Fitness Nutrition Outpatient Counseling Services Cost - $30 for 30 minutes $60 for 60 minutes Whether you have specific medical concerns that need addressing – diabetes, cholsterol reduction, hypertension, weight management – or simply want to learn how to improve your health through proper nutrition, you can meet with our registered dietians to discuss your individual needs. Your individual nutrition program will include: nutrition assessment, education, and counseling by licensed, registered dietitian. Please call 8198800 to schedule a consultation and for more information. thinking of starting a weight program or just wanting to know more about their metabolic rate. This test is a quick and easy method of “accurately” determining how many calories your body burns at rest. Once this number is known, activity can be factored in to determine a person’s “total” daily caloric needs. Cost: $75.00 for first testing and $50.00 for any additional follow-up testing. Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) Plus Includes all of the above PLUS • Basic Fitness Assessment • Development of Exercise Prescription •1 hr personal training session to set up exercise program Cost: $170 Kidz Fitness An ongoing fitness class targeting children ages 6-12 with weight concerns. Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays 5 – 5:45p.m. Must be a member of the Candler Wellness Center to participate. Classes held in the Candler Heart and Lung building, Suite 120. For more information contact the Wellness Center at 819-8800. Resting Metabolic Basic Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) A test designed for any individual Performance Lab A test for anyone interested in determining his or her level of cardiorespiratory fitness. The test is similar to a treadmill stress test, but designed for individuals with no prior history of cardiovascular disease. The test will determine an individual’s Maximum oxygen uptake (VO2), which is the gold standard for measuring cardiorespiratory or aerobic fitness. Once this value is determined, a proper individualized training zone and aerobic exercise will be prescribed. The development of an Exercise Prescription and 1 hour person training to get started also included. Cost: $150.00 Performance Lab Plus • Sub Maximum Stress Test •Resting metabolic rate using medgraphics cart •Learn “How many calories used daily and fat vs. carbohydrate burner” •Overview of report and how to use these results Cost: $200 “Add On” Nutritional Counseling to any of the above packages - Refer to Nutrition Outpatient Counseling Services Silver and Fit Silver and Fit is a fully funded fitness benefit for Medicare-eligible members allowing eligible members to enjoy a basic membership at fitness centers nationwide. Insurance members can be identified by their insurance cards, which are presented upon membership enrollment at participating fitness centers. Contact Information: Candler Wellness Center (912) 819-8800. Participating Insurance Carriers: Aetna Health Care, Sterling Life Insurance, Coventry Healthcare of Georgia, Inc. Health Screenings Health Promotion and screening HealthQuest is a comprehensive wellness program that provides health screenings and education to corporate members of our community. The goal of the program is to assist individuals in identifying their personal health practices and history that place them 8 for your WellBeing at risk for the development of chronic disease and associated complications. This goal is accomplished by conducting basic and comprehensive screenings to identify the risks and then providing education in the form of written materials, classes and counseling. Comprehensive screenings take place in a variety of locations. For workplace wellness, the HealthQuest Mobile Unit is available to come to the worksite to conduct health screenings. Comprehensive Screenings include: • A Health Risk Assessment (health questionnaire) • Lipid Profile (total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL “good cholesterol”, LDL “bad cholesterol”, HDT/TOTAL, VLDL, Chol/ HDL ratio) • Fasting Blood Sugar • Height • Weight • Waist/Hip measurements • Blood Pressure Measurement A 12-hour fast is required and participants must be at least 18 years old. Lab results that are considered “alert” values by our health system are called to the participant. For more information call 355-8456. Assistance is also available to women under 40 years of age who have symptoms suspicious for breast cancer. For assistance please call 912-819-7055 prior to scheduling your exam. Mobile Mammography Employers and civic organizations are encouraged to provide on-site mammography. If your worksite or community group is interested in learning about this service please call 912-354-9357. The SJ/C Mobile Mammography Unit is a 40-foot, technologically advanced digital unit that provides easy and timely access to mammography throughout southeast Georgia and the South Carolina low-country. Digital mammography is the most advanced mammography technology which produces mammograms digitally instead of using film Additionally, Computer Aided Detection (CAD) for mammography assists radiologists by digitizing and analyzing mammograms for suspicious areas that may be indicative of cancer. We accept most insurance plans and will file for you electronically. If you do not have insurance, are 40 or older, and meet certain financial criteria, you may be eligible for a mammogram at no cost to you. Health Screenings/Forums/Lifestyle Health Screenings To schedule an appointment on the Mobile Unit, or to learn when the Unit will be near you, call Central Scheduling at 912-819-6800 or 800-395-7873. You may also visit the St. Joseph’s/Candler website at www.sjchs.org and click on “calendars” to view our on-going schedules. Proudly serving South Carolina in Bluffton, Hardeeville, and Sun City; and Georgia in Garden City, Pembroke, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Rincon, Savannah, Skidaway Island, and Wilmington Island. Community Health Forums Health forums will be held in the Marsh Auditorium at Candler Hospital. St. Joseph’s/Candler Community Health Forums are free and open to the public. Refreshments are provided. Registration for the forum or for more information, please call St. Joseph’s/Candler CareCall at 912-819-3368 or 800-5014054. Watch your mail or check our website at www.sjchs.org for details. Lifestyle Aquatic Physical Therapy Offered by individual appointment with a physician referral. For more information, call 819-6176. for your WellBeing 9 Lifestyle BACKCARE Lifestyle More than 80% of the population suffers from back pain at some point. Posture, work habits, and lifestyles are often the cause. The physical therapy centers serve as a resource for all back pain sufferers in the community. Services provided include: • Individualized physical therapy evaluation • One-on-one therapy sessions • Workplace assessments by a Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist • Modalities for decreasing pain. Location: Five convenient locations throughout the region. Contact Angela Thomas, PT for additional information at 819-6176. Appointments are made with a physician referral. Low Back Surgery: Making the Decision & Avoiding Complications This Physical Therapy session is tailored for those contemplating surgery, those who have had surgery in the recent past and are seeking self-care information, or for those suffering from recurring back pain. The session can be pre-operative or post-operative and is approximately 1 hour. Training by a Physical Therapist will include: • Physiology of back pain • Preparing for surgery • Post-operative guidelines • Exercises - pre and/or post operative • Alternatives to surgery Location: Five convenient locations throughout the region. Contact 800-878-5637. Appointments are made with a physician referral. 10 Back Pain and Self-Care One-on-one physical therapy sessions are provided in an outpatient setting. Instruction is provided on coping strategies and lifestyle modification. Posture training and body mechanics are practiced for everyday situations. These therapy sessions empower participants to be in control and stay in control of their back health. Location: Five convenient locations throughout the region. Contact 800-878-5637. Appointments are made with a physician referral. Cardiac Rehabilitation Program Cardiac rehabilitation (rehab) services are designed to help patients with heart disease recover faster and return to full and productive lives. Cardiac rehab includes exercise, education, counseling, and learning ways to live a healthier life. Together with medical and surgical treatments, cardiac rehab can help you feel better and live a healthier life. You can benefit from cardiac rehab if you: have heart disease, such as angina or heart failure, or have had a heart attack, have had coronary bypass surgery or a balloon catheter (PTCA) procedure on your heart or have had a heart transplant. The cardiac rehab team will help you learn how to cope with the stress of adjusting to a new lifestyle and to deal with your fears about the future. A physician’s referral is necessary for admission into our program and that physician is kept informed of the patient’s progress. To arrange for an appointment or tour of the facility, please call (912) 819-7340. Diabetes Self Management The Diabetes Management Center promotes self-care and the preservation of wellness in people with diabetes. Our mission is to provide comprehensive diabetes education by professional diabetes educators including nurses and dietitians. An individualized education plan is designed to meet the unique needs of individuals with diabetes. The American Diabetes Association recognizes our programs, which include self-management instruction in basic diabetes education, juvenile diabetes education, insulin pump education, and gestational diabetes education. To attend Diabetes Management Center program, a physician’s referral is required. For additional information, call (912) 819-6146. Fibromyalgia Self Help Course Group This educational program is a four hour class that meets once a week for two hours. Cost: $25; Contact CareCall 819-3360 for more information. Foot and Ankle rehabilitation and orthotic therapy A large population of individuals suffer from a multitude of foot related injuries and problems. These are often caused by trauma, repetitive overuse syndromes, incorrect shoe wear, and lack of appropriate foot and ankle supports. Our physical therapy centers exist as a resource in the management of all foot and ankle problems through rehabilitation and orthotic intervention. Services include: 1. Physical Therapy Evaluation for your WellBeing 2. Individualized therapy sessions. 3. Pain management via modalities. 4. Therapeutic exercise 5. Fabrication of custom orthotics. Location: Five convenient locations throughout the region. Contact Heidi Prado, PT for additional information at 964-0007. A physician referral is required. Occupational Therapy The Occupational Therapy department within SJ/C provides services to patients of all ages, ranging from the neonatal to the geriatric population. Occupational therapists assist patients in achieving their overall functional independence. There are a wide variety of patients who may benefit from occupational therapy. A few of the commonly referred diagnoses requiring occupational therapy include stroke, hip replacement, cognitive problems, tennis elbow, cerebral palsy, tendon repair, traumatic brain injury, arthritis (pre and post operative) and spinal cord injury. For more information on occupational therapy services please contact one of our occupational therapy departments: SJH: 819-2446 (Outpatient) CH: 819-6176 (Outpatient) Lymphedema therapy Lymphedema Therapy is designed for those who experience swelling associated with cancer-related treatment as well as other causes for swelling. Treatment is provided by a certified lymphedema therapist and can include manual lymph drainage, compression bandaging, fitting for compression garments, home exercise program and patient education regarding maintenance of for your WellBeing therapy results. Participants can experience a decrease in their swelling and pain and will be less susceptible to infections often associated with lymphedema. A physician’s referral is required. For more information, contact Susan Lowery Flaherty, OTR/L, CLT and Mary Felchin, COTA/L, CLT, BA, RYT at 819-6196. Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program A comprehensive treatment plan individualized to each patient’s need is provided. Essential components include: assessment, patient education, patient training, exercise, psychosocial intervention and follow-up. Structured treatment plans help to improve functional status while factors that cause the disease are modified. As a result, pulmonary rehabilitation may prolong life, reduce disability, and raise physical and social functioning to the highest possible level. A physician’s referral is necessary for admission into the program. The patient’s referring physician remains the primary physician during rehabilitation and is kept informed of the patient’s progress. For additional information or to schedule an appointment for a tour of the facility, call (912) 819-7340. SmokeStoppers: Smoking Cessation Program St. Joseph’s/Candler’s group facilitated smoking cessation program. This intensive class (7 sessions over 3 weeks) features a wide range of proven-effective strategies to help smokers control their smoking urges, manage nicotine withdrawal and stress, and avoid unnecessary weight gain. Cost: Please call for pricing. Location: Candler Hospital, Heart & Lung Building, Room 2 For more information and to register: Please go to www.sjchs.org or call 912-819-3368. Lifestyle Lifestyle Nutrition Outpatient Counseling Services Whether you have specific medical concerns that need addressing – diabetes, cholesterol reduction, hypertension, weight management – or simply want to learn how to improve your health through proper nutrition, you can meet with our registered dietitians to discuss your needs. Your individual nutrition program will include: nutrition assessment, education, & counseling by licensed, registered dietitians. The initial one-on-one instruction sessions are scheduled for 1/2 hour or hour appointments. Call (912) 819-6146 to schedule a consultation and for more info. Vestibular and Balance Rehabilitation Vestibular and balance rehabilitation can benefit patients whose symptoms of dizziness and/or imbalance do not resolve spontaneously or only resolve partially following a period of traditional medical or surgical management. Common symptoms of patients in this program include dizziness, lightheadedness, frequent falls, unsteadiness, disequilibrium, and vertigo. * A referral from your physician is required to enroll in the rehabilitation program. For more information call, 912-819-2479. 11 Community Outreach Community Outreach SJ/C Health Information Hotline CareCall CareCall provides a hotline from 9AM – 9PM Monday – Friday. Registered Nurses are available to assess callers’ symptoms, provide them with information and education, and direct them to the appropriate source of care. The Registered Nurses provide triage advice, and other healthcare related information such as: • General Health Information • Audio Health Library - Health Topics • Physician Referral Assistance • Community Service Info Call (912) 819-3360 (OR 1-800-6226877) in GA or SC only. Please use the Registration Line (912) 819-3368 for Classes, Seminars, and Screenings. African-American Health Information and Resource Center The mission of the African-American Health Information and Resource Center is to design programs and implement strategies through the use of information technology and educational resources that 12 will lead to positive health outcomes for African-Americans and the general public. The Center provides the following services to the community: Health Screenings, Wisdom and Gathering Sessions, Internet Access, Training for Computer Classes, Audio-Visual and other Written Materials, a Resource Library, Professional Puppet Shows, Reading & Math Tutorial, a Living Smart Fitness Club, and a Movie Night. Computer Classes Keyboarding, Internet, Email, Word I & II, Excel I, II, & III, PowerPoint, Windows I & II Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. and Fridays 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Contact: 447-6605 Location: 1910 Abercorn Street Living Smart Fitness Club Free and open to the public. Classes include Zumba,, Turbo Kickboxing, Cardio/Strength, and Gentle Stretching which includes Pilates/ Yoga. Participants can pick up an application at AAHIRC. Contact: 447-6605 Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 7:30 p.m. Location: Deleware Center - 1815 Lincoln Street Dates: Tuesdays 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Location: AAHIRC - 1910 Abercorn Street Wisdom & Gathering Sessions Seminars cover various Health Topics. Dates: Thursdays 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Contact: 447-6605 Location: 1910 Abercorn Street Free Reading & Math Tutoring Free reading and math tutoring for students’ grades 1st - 8th. Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. Contact: 447-6605 Location: 1910 Abercorn Street St. Mary’s Community Center This center provides Cuyler-Brownsville residents with resources that meet their current needs. The staff collaborates with many city, public, and private agencies to provide services for the surrounding neighborhoods. The staff consists of a Sister of Mercy and volunteers. Services include: • Emergency Food Pantry – when needed, residents may obtain food from this pantry. Contact: 447-0578 MEMORIAL SERVICE Pastoral Care Services at St. Joseph’s/Candler is offering a Memorial Service to remember patients and the loved ones of our staff and clients who have died in the past six months. Please call for dates. Candler Hospital - Marsh Auditorium at 6:00p.m. St. Joseph’s - Riley Chapel at 7:30p.m. for your WellBeing Location Cesarean Birth Classes Unless otherwise noted, all classes will be held in the Mary Telfair Women’s Classroom, 508A located on the fifth floor of the Professional Office Building. Information is provided on all aspects of Cesarean Birth including indications for Cesarean Birth, what to expect, anesthesia options, and participation by the support person, and recovery. This class is also included in the Prepared Childbirth Class Series as well. Target audience: Expectant parents Cost: $25 (Expectant parents may attend both Infant Care and Cesarean Birth Classes for a combined cost of $30) For more information regarding dates and times or to register contact the CareCall’s registration line at 819-3368. Prenatal Breastfeeding Classes The Mary Telfair Women’s Hospital at Candler Hospital sponsors Prenatal Breast Feeding Classes for expectant mothers and their families. Both expectant parents are encouraged to attend. The classes are taught by a certified lactation consultant and provide participants with an understanding of lactation and breastfeeding. Dates: 1st Saturday of the month Cost: $25 Prepared Childbirth Classes (EVENINGS) This series helps to prepare the expectant couple for their labor and delivery experience. Subjects include anatomy and physiology of the birth process, techniques in coping with labor and emphasis on positive effects of the labor support person. Target audience: Expectant couples Cost: $70 Infant Care Class This class offers discussion regarding after delivery care and basic infant care techniques such as diapering, bathing, feeding, circumcision care, recognition of illness, and adaptation to new parenting roles. This class is included in the Prepared Childbirth Class Series. Target audience: Expectant parents Cost: $25 for your WellBeing prepare the expectant couple for their labor and delivery experience. Subjects include anatomy and physiology of the birth process, techniques in coping with labor and emphasis on positive effect of the labor support person. The infant care class is included but must be registered for separately. Target audience: Expectant parents Cost: $70 Mother’s/Baby’s/Children’s Health Mother’s/Baby’s/Children’s Health Refresher Breathing Class Telfair Birthplace: Tea and Tour Once a month an orientation and guided tour of The Telfair BirthPlace is offered to expectant couples. This includes information on admission procedures, visitation during the hospital stay, educational programs before and after delivery, lactation program, medical equipment, and other related topics. An escorted tour of The Telfair BirthPlace concludes the session. Refreshments are provided. Target audience: Expectant couples Dates: First Sunday of each month from 1:00 and 2:30pm. Cost: Free of charge Location: Candler Hospital’s Marsh Auditorium Prepared Childbirth Class Series - THE WEEKENDER This is a fast paced Prepared Childbirth Series, held in one weekend, designed for expectant parents with scheduling or transportation difficulties. This series helps to Included in the childbirth class series. Cost: $25 Kidz Fitness An ongoing fitness class targeting children ages 6-12 with weight concerns. Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays 5 – 5:45p.m. Must be a member of the Candler Wellness Center to participate. Classes held in the Candler Heart and Lung building. For more information contact the Wellness Center at 819-8800. Natural Family Planning Class This class is offered through the Catholic Diocese of Savannah to educate couples in the method of Natural Family Planning. This method assists couples in reaching their family planning goals of achieving, avoiding or spacing a pregnancy. By appointment only 912-201-4058. 13 Children’s/Women’s Health Women’s Health Telfair Pavilion Services • • • analyzing mammograms for suspicious areas that may be indicative of cancer. Mammography - • Breast Ultrasound Screenings & • Stereotactic Needle Biopsy Diagnosis • Cyst Aspiration Digital Mammography is • Ultrasound Core the most advanced mammography technology which produces mammograms digitally instead of using film. Therefore, images can be manipulated to enhance quality. Needle Biopsy CAD (Computer Aided • Needle Localization • Bone Density Testing • Breast Cancer Seminars Call 819-7008 for information. • Breast Self-Exam Classes Detection) for mammography - This program provides instruction assists radiologists by digitizing and on proper self-breast exam techniques plus an informative discussion on the most current statistics, risk factors and recommendations associated with total breast health. For more information on scheduling group classes, call (912) 819-7008 • Osteoporosis Seminars Learn about the risk factors, treatment, prevention measures and how to slow down the process of osteoporosis. For more information on scheduling group classes, call (912) 819-7008. • Continence Center @ Candler - Incontinence is due to a loss of bladder control. This disorder should not be ignored. It is a medical problem, which has solutions. Incontinence is not natural, nor is it an inevitable part of aging. For more information, please call 819-8488. • Continence Management • Urodynamic Testing • Pelvic Floor Biofeedback • Pelvic Floor Electrical Stimulation • Incontinence Screening An assessment of the participants individual needs and symptoms will be performed during this one on one consult with a continence nurse specialist. Appropriate referrals will be made and a program created with individualized goals for symptom reduction and/or alleviation. Call 819-8488 or 819-6660 to schedule an appointment. 14 for your WellBeing Are you a Smart Senior? Other Programs, Lectures and Events: Discover all the benefits, discounts and social activities that SmartSenior members enjoy, for only $15 a year! • Line Dancing Classes- member benefits: • • • • • • • • • • • • • Monthly Breakfast Bunch Seminars Monthly Lunch & Learn Sessions Free Health Screenings Extensive Merchant Discount Program Free computer sessions. This two-week class will teach you basic terminology, Internet, email and more. Classes meet once a week. Call to register. Free Blood Pressure Checks Special Events: Annual Picnic-in-thePark, Bingo Days, Holiday Dinner and Dance Cafeteria Discounts at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Candler Hospital Travel Club – special travel discounts Medicare Counseling Free faxing and photocopying at our office Free notary services Free line dancing classes Beginner – Thursdays, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Advanced – Tuesdays, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. St. Michael’s and All Angels Episcopal Church, Washington & Waters Ave. • AARP Driving Course Held once a month. No driving required. Receive a discount on your automobile insurance. • SmartSenior Free Blood Pressure Checks - 10:00 a.m. – 12 Noon, Mondays, SmartSenior Office, #8 Medical Arts. No appointment necessary. • Senior Exercise Classes Smart Senior offers exercise classes geared towards seniors on Mondays 9:15 to 10:00 a.m. at their office, # 8 Medical Arts. • Beginner’s Art Classes Learn the basics: Every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. $20 per class, all materials included. • Movie Day for Medicare-eligible members allowing eligible members to enjoy a basic membership at fitness centers nationwide. Contact the Candler Wellness Center (912) 819-8800. • Free Hearing Screening Healthy Aging Healthy Aging First Tuesday of each month; SmartSenior Office, #8 Medical Arts. • Monday Game Day Every Monday at 10:30 a.m. - Scrabble, Canasta, Rummy, Board Games, Kings-in-a-corner, Sets & Runs and many more, #8 Medical Arts. • Craft Day Every first Friday of each month at 10:00 a.m. enjoy making hand crafted cards, stamp & stencil projects, bead projects, ornaments and more, #8 Medical Arts. • Zumba Gold Dance/Exercise Class Every Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at St. Michael’s and All Angels Episcopal Church, Washington and Waters Ave. Join us for a movie at 1:00 p.m. one day a month. Light refreshments. • The Forever Fit Program Forever Fit is a fully funded fitness benefit Becoming A SmartSenior Is Easy! If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a SmartSenior Member, fill out this form, clip out and mail to, SmartSenior at #8 Medical Arts Center, Savannah, GA 31405. Or call our office at (912) 352-4405 to join by phone with a credit card. Name (first, middle, last) Mailing Address City, State & Zip Code Phone NumberBirthdate q Yes q No Does your spouse want to join? Spouse’s NameSpouse’s Birthdate Payment Information: $15 per person. Check payable to SmartSenior or Credit Card (Visa, American Express, Discover, MasterCard) Credit Card Acct # Expiration Date for your WellBeing 15 Support Groups Support Groups St. Joseph’s/Candler sponsors support groups and several other programs that are held regularly for our community. Often, St. Joseph’s/Candler also provides the space in which independent support groups hold meetings. Below is the most current information for the support groups and programs that meet at St. Joseph’s/Candler. To find out more information about groups or programs listed here, contact CareCall at 819-3360 or 1-800-622-6877. Cancer Support Group Meets the first Wednesday of the month from 11 AM to Noon in the conference center located on the 2nd floor of the Nancy N. and J. C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, Reynolds Street, across from Candler Hospital. For information, call 8195704. Coastal Empire Polio Survivors Association Meets on the fourth Saturday of the month from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM in Conference Room 2 of the Candler Heart & Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St. For more information, call 355-1221. Essential Tremor Support Group Meets on the first Thursday of the month from 3:00 to 4:30 PM in in Conference Room 3, Candler Heart and Lung Bldg., 5356 Reynolds Street. This group will discuss issues of managing the disease, new treatments and therapies, and maintaining quality of life. For more information, call Phil Bowden at 352-7921. Sarcoidosis Support Group Meets quarterly on the third Thursday of the month from Noon - 1 PM in Conference Room 2, Candler Heart & Lung Bldg., 5356 Reynolds St. For more information, call 819-8516. Fibromyalgia Support Group Meets on the second Thursday of each month from 5:30 to 6:30 PM in Conference Room 2 of the Candler Heart & Lung Bldg. For more information, contact Patsy Wallace, RN, at 819-6743. “Man to Man” Prostate Cancer Support Group Meets on the second Wednesday of the month at 6 PM on the 2nd floor of the Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion. For more information, call 355-5196. Parkinson’s Disease Support Group Meets the first Thursday of the month from 5:00 to 6:30 PM in the Marsh Auditorium at Candler Hospital. For more information, call Fran McCarey at 819-2224. Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Support Group Meets on second Tuesday of the month in Conference Room 2, Candler Heart and Lung Bldg., 5356 Reynolds Street, at 7 PM. The group welcomes anyone suffering with this disorder as well as family members or caregivers interested in learning more about it. For information, call Martyn Hills at 651-4094 or 398-8877. Savannah Pulmonary Hypertension Support Group Meets every three months on a rotating Monday. This group is intended for both patients and caregivers of this disease. For more information, contact Mary Sisk at 398-4640. SmokeStoppers St. Joseph’s/Candler’s group-facilitated smoking cessation program will offer an intensive class (7 sessions over 3 weeks) featuring a wide range of proven-effective strategies to help smokers control their smoking urges, manage nicotine withdrawal and stress, and avoid weight gain. Orientation and class attendance is mandatory. Cost is $100. Cash, checks, and credit cards accepted. For more information and to register, please go to www.sjchs.org or call 819-3368. Survivorship Journey: What’s Next? This series of classes is designed for patients who have just completed their cancer treatments. Several topics are discussed in order to help survivors find their “new normal”. For more information, call 819-5704. “Teens Nurturing Teens” Support Group Meets on the third Sunday of the month at 3 PM on the 2nd floor of the Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion. This group is for teens who have a family member or loved one impacted by cancer. For more information, call 819-5704. 16 for your WellBeing