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BLOOD DRIVES
MICHIGAN COMMUNITY BLOOD CENTER
Bear Lake, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. March 8, Saddle-Up Store & Gas Station, 13 Mile Road & US-31, bus.
Buckley, 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. March 7, Buckley Community School, 305 First St.
Frankfort, 1:30-6:30 p.m. March 6, Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital, 224 Park Ave.
Manistee, 12:30-4:30 p.m. Feb. 28 and March 6, West Shore Outreach Lab, 332 First St.; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Feb. 28, Little River Casino, 2700 Orchard Hwy., bus; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. March 4, Casman Alternative Academy, 225 Ninth St.
Traverse City, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Feb. 29, Grand Traverse Academy, 1245 E. Hammond Road; 2-7 p.m. March 3, Central United Methodist Church, 222 Cass St.; 2-6 p.m. March 4, The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster; 2-7 p.m. March 5, First Congregational Church, 6105 Center Road; 2-7 p.m. March 5, Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere Ave.; 2-6 p.m. March 6, Immaculate Conception Church, 720 Second St.
Wellston, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. March 8, Wellston Community Center, 1273 Seaman Road.
The Blood Center, 2575 Aero Park Drive, TC; 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to noon first Saturday of each month.
AMERICAN RED CROSS
Alpena, noon-5:45 p.m. March 12, First Presbyterian Church, 1600 W. Chisholm.
Boyne City, 1-6:45 p.m. March 10, Concord Academy, 00401 E. Dietz Road.
Boyne Falls, 8 a.m.-1:45 p.m. March 13, Boyne Falls School, 01662 M-75 S.
East Jordan, 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Feb. 29, Grandvue Medical care Facility, 1728 S. Peninsula Road.
Frederic, noon-5:45 p.m. March 6, Frederic Elementary School, 6470 Manistee.
Gaylord, 8:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m. March 5, Gaylord High School, 90 Livingston Blvd.
Grayling, 8:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m. March 4, Grayling High school, 1135 North Old 27; 9 a.m.-2:45 p.m. March 11, Grayling Mercy Hospital, 1100 Michigan ave.
Lewistown, noon-5:45 p.m. March 6, St. Francis Church, 3060 W. Casey.
Mio, 1-6:45 p.m. March 17, Mio AuSable School, 1110 W. Eighth St.
Petoskey, noon-5:45 p.m. March 7, American Red Cross, 2350 Mitchell Park Drive; 10 a.m.-3:45 p.m. March 10, North Central Michigan College, 1515 Howard ST.
FREE CLINICS/SCREENINGS
AuSable Free Clinic, 1250 E. Michigan Ave., Building D, Grayling, (989) 348-3311.
Cadillac Community Clinic, 5-7:30 p.m. each Wednesday, 521 Cobbs St.; free health clinic providing limited diagnostic and treatment services to those who have no health insurance and are unable to pay for health care; assistance with free or low-cost medications through Medication Access Program for individuals lacking insurance; 876-7818.
Free Sugar and Blood Pressure Screenings through Mercy Hospital Grayling, call (989) 348-0455.
Pregnancy Care Center, 121 S. Garfield, Suite C, TC: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday; after-hour appointments available, free pregnancy testing and confirmation, resources and referrals available, free ultrasound to qualifying women in a safe, private, compassionate setting. Walk-ins welcome. 929-3488 or www.know4sure.org.
SEMINARS
"Gluten-Free Breads," 10 a.m.-1 p.m. March 1, Northwest Michigan College Oleson Center; learn fundamentals of the gluten-free baking process; $59; 995-1700.
"The Autistic Spectrum Disorders: Autism, Asperger's, and Pervasive Development Disorder NOS," 6:30 p.m. March 11, Traverse City Central High School Library, 1150 Milliken Dr., TC; Northern Michigan Psychiatric Services' Teacher and Parent Educational Series presented by Dr. Sander Weckstein, free; 935-0355.
"Facts and Myths of Thyroid Disorders," noon-1 p.m. March 12, Dr. Jill E. Vollbrecht discusses common thyroid disorders, free; 935-9265.
"What is Astanga Yoga," noon-1 p.m. March 18, Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave., TC; yoga instructor Jessica Sharry explains Astanga Yoga for better health, free; 935-9265.
Northwest Michigan Human Services Agency Financial Fitness Workshop "Budgeting," 6-8 p.m. March 25, 3963 Three Mile Road, TC, free; 947-3780.
"We Need to Talk," family conversations with older drivers, 6-7:30 p.m. March 24, Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave., TC; free, 935-2027, ext. 00135.
"Getting Tough on Angina," 1:30-2:30 p.m. March 25, Munson Ave., TC; Registered Nurse Cheryl Barnes offers ways to enhance the quality of life for those with angina; free; 935-8565.
"The Diabetic Foot-Don't Lose Yours," 6:30-7:30 p.m. March 25, Munson Medical Center, 1105 Sixth St., TC; Dr. Jeff Szczepanski offers ways to take an active role in preventing diabetic foot problems, free; 935-8200.
EVENTS
"Pie for a Cure," Grand Traverse Pie Company, TC, donating 50 cents of every 9-inch pie sold through Mother's Day to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research Fund, 922-7437.
Free Tax Preparation Services, for those with low-to-moderate income, including seniors, persons with disabilities or limited-English proficiency, Northwest Michigan Human Services Agency offices in Traverse City, Cadillac and Petoskey, Goodwill Industries and Michigan Works offices in Traverse City, local Commission on Aging and several Michigan department of Human Services offices in the area, (800) 632-7334 or 922-4688.
Sleep Awareness Week, March 3-9, Dr. David Walker with Sleep Diagnostics of Northern Michigan will provide free information about sleep issues and health from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. all week at their office; Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave., Suite 202, TC; 935-9275.
Jane Iredale mineral-based cosmetics open house, 6-8 p.m. March 18, Grand Traverse Ophthalmology Clinic, 929 Business Park Drive, TC; 947-6246.
MEETINGS
Fibromyalgia Support Group, 10 a.m.-noon March 8, Cafeteria Dining Room 2, Munson Medical Center, 1105 Sixth St.., TC; 938-1928; 929-7969.
Caregiver Support Group, 7 p.m. March 17, The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster, TC; Pastor Becky Chamberlain, 946-5680.
Kalkaska Fibromyalgia Support Group, 1-3 p.m. March 22, Dr. William Kitti Education Center, 258-4829.
First AID/CPR Training
American Red Cross
2350 Mitchell Park Drive, Petoskey; for details about classes or for those whose certification is set to expire and feel they can perform required skills without taking a class, call Tom Ritchie, 348-7666.
Blood-borne Pathogens: Preventing Disease Transmission, 4-6 p.m. March 8; 8-10 p.m. March 20.
Community CPR and First Aid Skills, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. March 8; 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. March 27.
CPR Skills for Adults, Children and Infants, 6-10 p.m. March 18.
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and Lay Responder and First Aid/CPR/AED Red Cross Instructor Training, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. March 5, 1-5 p.m. March 12 and March 19.
First Aid Skills, 6-8 p.m. March 20.
Safe Baby Presentation, 10-11 a.m. March 4.
American Red Cross of Northwest Michigan
735 S. Garfield Ave., Suite B-100, TC; for information or to register, call 947-7286.
Adult, Child and Infant CPR and First Aid, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. March 1; 5:30-10 p.m. March 4 and 5:30-9 p.m. March 6 or 5:30-10 p.m. March 10 and 5:30-9 p.m. March 12; $55.
Adult, Child and Infant CPR Recertification; 1-4 p.m. March 15; 5:30-8:30 p.m. March 18 or 5:30-8:30 p.m. March 26; $40.
AED Essentials (must possess a current CPR certification), 3:30-5:30 p.m. March 12; $15.
Babysitting Training, (ages 11-15), 9 a.m.-3 p.m. March 8 or 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 26; $30.
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Recertification, 8:30 a.m.-noon March 15; $50.
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. April 24; $80 (includes CPR mask).
CPR Challenge, 1-99 a.m. and 4-7 p.m. March 19.
Pet First Aid, 5:30-8 p.m. March 13; $30.
Munson Healthcare
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Renewal Course, 8:30-11:30 a.m. March 15, Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital; $35; 352-2281.
Basic Life Support/Healthcare Provider CPR Renewal, 6-9 p.m. March 25, Munson Regional EMS Education; $30; 935-7841.
Basic Life Support/CPR for the Healthcare Provider, 6-10 p.m. March 27, Munson Regional EMS Education; $65; 935-7841.
Heartsaver CPR with AED for Adults, Children and Infants; 6-10 p.m. March 18, Munson Regional EMS Education; $40; 935-7841.
Heartsaver AED and CPR, 5:30-8:30 p.m. March 20, Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital; $50, 352-2281.
Heartsaver First Aid, 6-10 p.m. March 20, Munson Regional EMS Education; $45; 935-7841.
SELF-HELP
Alcoholics Anonymous, AA hotline 946-8823 or email district11-aa.org.
Alcoholics Victorious, 8-9 p.m. Sundays, Benzie Community Drop-In Center, 76 Airport Road, Frankfort; contact Virgil P., Monday through Thursday through the Benzie Drop-In Center, 352-5052 or at 352-6301.
Dakoske/Phoenix Addiction Treatment Services, 940 East Eighth St., TC; for individuals or those with family members struggling with alcohol or drug problems; (800) 622-4810.
Dental Clinics North, partnership of local health departments, schedules dental appointments for low-income children and adults. Clinics accept Medicaid, Healthy Kids Dental, MI Child and Northern Dental Plan, locations in Traverse City, Manistee, Mancelona, East Jordan, Petoskey and Gaylord, (877) 321-7070.
Gamblers Anonymous of Frankfort, open meetings 7-8 p.m. Fridays, Frankfort United Methodist Church, 537 Crystal Ave., E-mail gafrankfort@yahoo.com or write P.O. Box 326, Frankfort, 49635. Contact numbers: 651-0251 or 882-2186; ask for Kim. Online support available at Yahoo groups, type in: gamblenomore2007, to access the link or e-mail gamblenomore2007@yahoogroups.com.
Healthy Choice Support Group, 11 a.m.-noon, fourth Monday of each month, Kando Island, 3003 Garfield Road, TC; for those wishing to improve their diet choices, includes swapping health recipes for diabetics; Jeremy Wolfe, 922-0903 or 645-4884.
LaLeche League, mother-to-mother breastfeeding support, alternate morning and evening meetings the third Tuesday of each month, Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere Ave., TC; phone support available anytime; Jessica, 935-3077 or Nessa, 267-6201.
Laugh for the "Health" of it with Judy Sheffer, "Friday Night Laugh" 6-7 p.m. every Friday; "Saturday Funnies" 9-10 a.m. every Saturday with the exception of the first Saturday of each month when class is offered from 5-6 p.m.; sessions held at MIGUN of Northern Michigan, 1425 S. Airport Road, TC (behind Shell and Taco Bell); 929-8140.
Laughter Sessions, 4-5 p.m. first and third Sunday of each month, The Friendship Center, 201 Broadway, Suttons Bay, free, laugh to reduce stress sessions offered by Gail Robinson, a Dr. Madan Kataria Laughter Yoga Leader, 256-3477.
NAMI Connection, recovery support group meetings 1:30 p.m. every Friday, Kandu Island Center, 3003 Garfield Ave., TC; for adults with mental illness regardless of diagnosis, free, 932-1590.
Panic Attack and Anxiety Program, Panic Relief Inc., a nonprofit educational corporation located in Monmouth Junction, NJ holds teleconference calls at 7 p.m. each Monday and Wednesday dealing with managing and controlling panic attacks, anxiety and stress; (732) 940-9658 or visit www.panicreliefinc.com.
SMART Recovery, (Self Management and Recovery training) 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Center for Wellness & Relationships, 3491 Hartman Road, TC; structured group encouragement and training for those seeking to develop skills to abstain from addictive behaviors in a confidential setting; $5-$10 donation, 947-2990.
START NEW Series For Healthful Living, Cadillac Seventh-day Adventist Church at 801 E. Division in Cadillac. Community health professionals aid in teaching God's eight laws of health in everyday lifestyles. Programs begin at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays and feature a hands-on cooking class, nutritional presentation, spiritual nugget and keynote speaker, free, reservations not required.
TOPS, (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 10 a.m. Tuesdays, Kings Court Community Center, off LaFranier Road, TC; 947-6176 or (800) 932-8677; TOPS #308, 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays, Carmelite Monastery, 3501 Silver Lake Road, TC; 946-5804 or 943-8077.
MUNSON MEDICAL CENTER
Munson Medical Center, 1105 Sixth St., Traverse City, Patient Education, 935-8200 or (800)-809-8127.
Advance Care Planning, ongoing offering, making treatment preferences for medical care at end of life known, 935-6176.
Aquatic Community Classes and Therapy, Monday through Thursday, no swimming skills needed, Premier Health and Fitness, 935-7331.
Massage Therapy, ongoing offering, 935-6926.
Navigator Program, outreach and support to women with breast cancer, 935-8216.
The Pediatric Walk-In Immunization Clinic, Munson Specialty Clinics Building (106 Madison St.). 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays only; 6-9 p.m. Mondays; Bring immunization records; 935-6270.
Splash, a water therapy fun class for children and teens with disabilities in a warm water therapy pool, Premier Health and Fitness, 1209 S. Garfield Ave., TC, $20 a month, 935-7331.
MUNSON COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave., Traverse City, 935-9265.
A Time To Be Born-Childbirth Preparation, call for dates and times, $80 or voucher, 935-8219.
Better Breathing, 1:30-3 p.m. Mondays, eight weekly classes with information on lung diseases, medications, breathing techniques and nutrition; 935-6736.
Breastfeeding Preparation, 6-9 p.m. March 26; $30, 935-8219.
Cesarean Birth Preparation, 6:30-8 p.m. March 5; $25, 935-8219.
Massage Therapy, 935-6926.
WOW (Working Off Weight) Orientation, 6-8:30 p.m. March 3, four-month program for those with an interest of losing at least 25 pounds. Orientation cost is $20; 935-8533.
Yoga Classes for Cancer Patients, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays, gentle stretching and breathing for relaxation and healing, call 228-4067.
BENZIE-LEELANAU HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Benzie-Leelanau Health Department, 6051 Frankfort Hwy., Suite 100, Benzonia, call 882-2126 in Benzie County or 256-0200 in Leelanau County.
Women's health, family planning/reproductive health clinics; breast and cervical cancer screening.
Maternal Child Health, Maternal Support Services/WIC for pregnant women and children; Infant Support Services, Immunization clinics, Healthy Futures.
General Health, Confidential and anonymous HIV counseling and testing; immunizations for children and adults.
GRAND TRAVERSE BAND
Grand Traverse Band, Health Building, 2300 N. Stallman Road, Suttons Bay, 271-5256.
Breast and Cervical Cancer, Screening Program, for American Indian women aged 40 and older; 534-7859.
GT HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Grand Traverse Health Department, 2325 Garfield Road N., Traverse City, 922-4831.
Blood Borne Pathogen Training, by request; 922-2729.
Healthy Kids/MIChild, provides comprehensive insurance for pregnant women and children under 19 years, Applications available for MIChild, call 922-2730.
Immunization Clinics, held daily, $7 charge per injection for children's vaccines; 922-4831.
Maternal Support Services, assists pregnant women and infants, for appointment, 922-2730.
Munson Medical Center Specialty Clinic, 106 S. Madison St., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 6-9 p.m. Monday, appointments not needed, take child's immunization record to each visit.
Pregnancy Tests, 922-4630.
Reproductive Health Services, initial and annual exams, pap smears, pregnancy tests and treatment for sexually transmitted infections and HIV testing. Birth control, no fees for teens, sliding fee scale for adults; Medicaid accepted, Breast and cervical screenings for those over 40, 922-4630.
WIC, (Women, Infants and Children) food coupons and nutrition education for pregnant and lactating women and children under 5; 922-2720 or (800) 946-4599.
Youth Health and Wellness Center, school based health-wellness center at TBA Career Tech, 880 Parsons Road, TC; limited medical care and counseling, 922-6416.
Health department of northwest Michigan
Locations in Bellaire, Mancelona, Charlevoix, Petoskey/Harbor Springs and Gaylord. Call (800) 432-4121.
Family Planning, initial and annual exams, Pap tests, pregnancy tests, treatment for sexually transmitted diseases and HIV counseling and testing.
Support for pregnant women and new mothers, includes home visits from public health nurses and Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Nutrition program.
Children's screening, tests for vision hearing, lead.
Free/low-cost health insurance for children up to age 19 and pregnant women.
Immunizations, for infants and children, adolescents and adults. Cost varies by shot, many qualify for free immunizations.
Ironmen Health Center, primary care services for youth age 10-21 including mental health counseling.
Free mammograms and Pap tests, for women age 40 to 65 within certain income guidelines who have no health insurance coverage or who do not have coverage for mammograms.
Testing kits, for drinking water and radon gas.
Free consultations on indoor air issues, includes lead paint, mercury spills and mold.
Home care and hospice services, certified by Medicaid and CHAP.
PLANNED PARENTHOOD
Planned Parenthood Northern Michigan, 1003 Spring St., Petoskey, 347-9692; 1135 E. Eighth St., Traverse City, 929-1844; Confidential health services for women and men including: Annual gynecological exams, breast, pelvic and pap tests; birth control; emergency contraception; sexually transmitted and other infection screening and treatment; anonymous HIV testing and counseling; pregnancy testing and non-judgmental options counseling, Extended hours include some evenings, 929-1844 or (800) 230-PLAN.
CADILLAC
Mercy Hospital Cadillac, 400 Hobart St., Cadillac, 876-7200.
Support Groups, for information, 876-7326.
Advance Care Planning, for help with decisions about end-of-life care, Monday-Saturday, call for times, Mercy Hospital, 876-7355.
Cancer Support Group, 3:30 p.m. second Wednesday, Reva, 775-3550.
Cardiac Rehab, 876-7825.
Diabetes Support Group, first Tuesday, in Dublin Room of the McAuley Center, 1-3:30 p.m. 876-7183.
Heartsaver CPR/First Aid, fourth Monday of each month, 6-10 p.m. auditorium, $50 registration fee is for program expenses and not distributed to the American Heart Association, registration required, 876-7149.
Tour of Family Birthing Center, 5-8 p.m. first Wednesday; meet at fourth-floor nurses station. No registration.
Health Clinic, 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, District Department No. 10; bring verification of income. 876-7818.
CHEBOYGAN
Cheboygan Memorial Hospital, 748 S. Main St., Cheboygan, 876-7200.
Childbirth Preparation, 6-8:30 p.m. Mondays, call 627-1357 for exact dates.
Pulmonary Rehab Support Group, 3-4 p.m. Tuesdays, hospital cafeteria, free.
Phase III Cardiac Rehab, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, at the Cheboygan Fitness Center, $10 per session or $35 per month; 627-1458.
Breastfeeding Support Group meetings, 1 p.m. every Tuesday, in CMH Obstetrics Unit.
FRANKFORT
Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital, 224 Park Ave., Frankfort, 352-9621.
Alzheimer's Support Group, 2-3 p.m. first Wednesday, 352-2357.
Caregiver Resource Center & Library, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily, easy access to caregiving and general health information. Internet access available, 352-2312.
CPR Classes, Wednesdays and Saturdays, call for times, 352-2257.
Grief and Loss Support Group, 10-11:30 p.m., first and third Wednesdays, 935-8491.
Parkinson's Support Group, 2-3 p.m. third Thursday.
GAYLORD
Otsego Memorial Hospital, 825 N. Center Ave., (989) 731-2344.
Breastfeeding class, expectant parents can learn basics, classes offered throughout the year, (989) 731-2124.
Childbirth Education Class, "Journey to Parenthood," Weekday and Saturday courses available, call Childbirth Education Coordinator, (989) 731-2124 to register.
Freedom From Smoking, offered several times a year, six-week sessions each last about 90 minutes, cost $40 per person, call (989) 731-2193 for information on next session or for a Smoker's Quit Kit.
Infant Care Class, for expectant parents, learn basics such as bathing, diapers, skin care, immunizations, (989) 731-2124.
Yellow Ribbon Chapter of Gaylord, community meetings, first Tuesday, Gaylord High School (in the event of a school closing, Otsego Memorial Hospital), call Linda Hoffman, 584-3503.
GRAYLING
Mercy Hospital Grayling, 1100 E. Michigan Ave., Grayling, (989) 348-0314.
Better Breathing Classes, free classes for those with chronic lung disease; learn breathing techniques, nutrition, exercise and treatments. Registration required, call Grayling Asthma Project, (989) 348-0779.
Diabetes, Self-management Program, three locations; (989) 348-0380. For program questions, call Rhonda Haske, (989) 348-0455.
Free Sugar and Blood Pressure Screenings, (989) 348-0455.
Heart Health/Fitness Program, Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, $5.50 per session; (989) 348-0371.
Nutrition Education, meet with a registered dietitian to discuss nutrition needs and healthy eating, (989) 348-0380.
KALKASKA
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center, 419 S. Coral St., Kalkaska, 258-7500.
Better Breathing, 1:30-3 p.m. Mondays, eight weekly classes with information on lung disease, medications, breathing techniques, nutrition and exercise for those with chronic lung disease; $40, 258-7525.
Living With Cancer Video Series, available for viewing at any time, free, 258-7781.
MANISTEE
West Shore Medical Center, 1465 E. Parkdale Ave., Manistee, 398-1000.
Childbirth and Breastfeeding Classes, 398-1414.
Sit and Get Fit, exercise class for seniors, 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Senior Center, Manistee; $2 for drop-ins; 723-8282.
Diabetes Self Management, program and support group, 398-1033.
PETOSKEY
Northern Michigan Hospital, 416 Connubial Ave., Petoskey, 487-7777.
Health screening, 8-10 a.m. and 5-6 p.m. first Thursday of every month; $15, $10 for Senior Advantage members, no registration; Community Health Education Center, (800) 248-6777.
