The Health calendar is published weekly. Information to be included can be mailed to the Record-Eagle, P.O. Box 632, Traverse City, MI 49685; faxed to 946-8632; e-mailed to sbeach@record-eagle.com or delivered to: 120 W. Front St. Traverse City.
MICHIGAN COMMUNITY BLOOD CENTERS
Alba, 1-5 p.m. April 17, Alba School, 5935 Elm St., bus.
Benzonia, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. April 17, Benzie Central High School, 9222 Homestead Road..
Empire, 4-7 p.m. April 21, St. Philip Neri Church, 11411 LaCore, bus.
Frankfort, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. April 20, Frankfort High School, 534 11th St., bus.
Kingsley, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. April 24, Kingsley High School, 7475 Kingsley Road, bus.
Manistee, 12:30-4:30 p.m. April 16, 23 and 30, West Shore Outreach Lab, 332 First St.; noon-4 p.m. April 16, Oaks Correction Facility, 1500 Caberfae Highway, bus.
The Main Donor 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; 935-3030, (866) MIBLOOD (option six) or www.miblood.org.
AMERICAN RED CROSS
Bellaire, noon-5:45 p.m. April 16, St. Luke's Catholic Church, 3038 S. M-88.
Boyne City, 8:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m. April 20, Boyne City High School, 1035 Boyne Ave.
Gaylord, noon-5:45 p.m. April 24, Evangelical Free Church, 1649 M-32 East.
Petoskey, 2-7:45 p.m. April 17, Ottawa Elementary School, 871 Kalamazoo Ave.; 7:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m. April 23 Community Health Education Center, 360 Connable.
Wolverine, noon-5:45 p.m. April 20, Wolverine Community Center, 5716 E. Main.
For details about these drives, call 347-5984 or (800) 582-2240, ext. 109; for information on American Red Cross drives in northern Michigan, visit www.redcrossmichigan.org.
CLINICS/screenings
Grayling Senior Center, blood pressure and sugar checks 4-5 p.m. April 21 and 28; 308 Lawndale, Grayling; (989) 348-7123 or www.crawfordcoa.org.
Events/Programs
Month of the Young Child Diaper Drive, through April, sponsored by Great Start Grand Traverse Pre-natal to 6 Work Group and Grand Traverse Baby Pantry, special need for larger sizes (4s, 5s, 6s), diapers distributed by the GT Baby Pantry, drop-off sites -- all Traverse City Area Public Schools' elementary schools; St. Francis Catholic Church, 1025 S. Union; Northwest Michigan Human Services, 3963 Three Mile Road; Tom's Food Stores Acme, Cherryland Centre, West Bay, Munson Avenue and 14th Street locations; Oleson's Food Stores, 3850 N. Long Lake Road and 1100 Hammond Road; Glen's Market, 905 E. Eighth St.; Save-A-Lot, 1101 S. Garfield; Rite-Aid, 511 S. Garfield; and The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster; for details, call Sally Hanley, 941-0655.
Michigan Association of Community Mental Health Boards' "Creative Minds Changing Minds" traveling art show, schedule -- through April 19 during library hours, Charlevoix Public Library, 220 W. Clinton, Charlevoix; April 21-28, North Central Michigan College's Student and Community Resource Center lobby, Petoskey; free, public invited, statewide exhibit of original works by 32 artists who access Community Mental Health services in Michigan, sponsored by North Country Community Mental Health; (800) 83403393 or www.norcocmh.org.
Grayling Senior Center, Tone & Tubes 10 a.m. April 17, 21, 24, and 28; line dancing 10 a.m. April 22 and 29; 308 Lawndale, Grayling; (989) 348-7123 or www.crawfordcoa.org.
Weight Loss Challenge/Nutrition Classes, start at noon April 17 or 9 a.m. April 18, participants pay $29 each which is split between two top percentage losers; Nourish, 1545 S. Division St., in Kids Creek Market Place, TC; for details or to register, call Kathy Newton, 421-3401 or visit www.noursih-tc.com.
Heart Healthy Cooking: Heart Smart Meals, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. April 18, $59, learn new cooking methods to eat better and live longer; Northwestern Michigan College's Oleson Center, main campus, TC; 995-1700.
Free massages for cancer patients, noon-4 p.m. April 19, by Sue Beckstrom, CMT, LPN; Betsie Hosick Health and Fitness Center, 102 Airport Road, Frankfort; interested cancer patients should call 352-9661.
Open house, Fitness for Life Enrichment Centers, Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 1040 E. Front St., in the lower level of the Prout Financial Design Building; call 218-2556.
"Navigating the Primary Issues of Aging Gracefully" three-part workshop, 12:30-2:30 p.m., topics/dates: April 19 "The Neurology of Aging," April 26 "The Five Wishes," and May 3 "Insurance Options As Time Marches On"; free-will offering accepted, reservations due the Wednesday before each program; Unity Church, 3600 Five Mile Road, TC; for details or to register, call 938-9587.
Knitting and Crocheting for Stress Therapy, 6-8 p.m. April 21, Horizon Books, 115 S. Mitchell St., Cadillac.
"Stress and Heart Disease: Understanding Your Control" cardiac lecture, 1:30-3 p.m. April 23, free, learn why stress is a risk factor for heart disease, how it impacts health, the influence on exercise and daily activity, the relaxation response and stress reduction techniques; Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave., TC; 935-8565.
Dementia Caregiver Conference, 8:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m. April 23, non-refundable registration fee due April 16, $30 for public and AFC providers, $60 for nurses, social workers and nursing home administrators requesting continuing education contact hours, sponsored by Catholic Human Services; Waterfront Conference Center, 2061 U.S. 31 North, TC; for a brochure, to register or for details, contact Tina Schichtel, 929-7070 or tschichtel@catholichumanservices.org.
"When Kids Sleep (Or Don't): Sleep Concerns in Children and Adolescents," 6-7:30 p.m. April 23, Cynthia Nichols, a pediatric and adolescent sleep specialist will discuss common sleep issues affecting children, free; Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave., TC; 935-9265.
AARP Eight-Hour Driver Safety Program, April 25, call for times, classroom refresher course for drivers age 50/older, $12/AARP members, $14 non-members; Munson Medical Center, Sixth Street, TC; for details or to register, call 935-6767.
Registered Nurses Association in Michigan "When Nursing Care Makes All The Difference" mini-conference, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 25, advance registration deadline April 17, participants may register at the door if space is available, open to RNs, LPNs and nursing students, three continuing education hours granted for $5 for nursing students and $10 for nurses, Munson Medical Center's Conference Center, Sixth Street, TC; for a registration form, go to www.rn-aim.org or call 946-2469.
"Tools R Us," 1-3 p.m. April 26, fill your personal growth tool box with seven easy, practical, effective tools, led by Jennifer Tavana; Higher Self Bookstore, 328 E. Front, TC; 941-5805.
Free "Make a Memory" workshop, 4-8 p.m. fourth Wed. of each month, for grieving children, teens, adults and families, bring pictures and/or items of clothing from loved ones to make a scrapbook, memory box, pillow, stuffed animal, quilt or movie in their memory, other materials provided; Michael's Place Family Support Center, 1055 Carriage Hill Dr., suite 4, TC; 947-6453.
Free child passenger safety inspections, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. second Friday of month, AAA, U.S. 31 North, TC; and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. fourth Friday of month, Grand Traverse Metro Fire Station #11, TC; sponsored by Safe Kids North Shore Coalition, call for appointment, 922-4843.
Classes/Seminars
Free therapeutic harp classes, use of the harp for relaxation and tranquility April 19, participants will use small lap harp, for times or to register, call 223-4895; "Harps for Hope" class, 1-3 p.m. five Sundays starting April 26, designed for people dealing with a cancer diagnosis, Celtic harp will be used, registration encouraged, to register, call 313-8811; no musical experience is required for either class; both classes meet at 13795 Seven Hills Road, Suite D., TC.
Blood-borne Pathogens: Preventing Disease Transmission, 8-10 p.m. April 22; American Red Cross Northern Lower Michigan chapter, 2350 Mitchell Park Drive, Petoskey; 348-7666 or www.arcnlm.org.
Bariatric Surgery Educational Seminar, 6-8 p.m. April 23, registration required, $25; Munson Medical Center, Sixth Street, TC; for details or to register, call 935-8900.
"Parenting With Love and Logic" class, 5-7 p.m. April 23 and 30, May 7 and 14, $40 per person or couple includes materials, for parents of toddlers, teens and in-betweens; Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services' Traverse City Clinic, 1050 Silver Dr., TC; for details or to register, call 947-2255 or visit www.pinerest.org/traversecity.
"It Takes a Village: Effective Practices in Family & Community Building in Northern Michigan" conference, April 23-24, cohosted by Northern Family Intervention Services and Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services; Holiday Inn, 615 E. Front St., TC; for details or to register, call 947-2255 or visit www.ittakesavillage.info.
Free fitness class, 6:15-7:30 p.m. Tues. and Thurs. through May, bring mat, water, two one-pound and one 5- to 10-pound hand weights; Mill Creek Elementary School, 9039 Old M-72, Williamsburg; Sandi Wills, 267-5236.
Nourish, drop-in Pilates class 7 a.m. Wed.; 1545 S. Division St., Kids Creek Market Place, TC; 421-3401 or www.nourish-tc.com.
Ho'ola Cancer Exercise Wellness Program, registration under way, class will meet noon-1 p.m. twice a week for 10 weeks, free for newly diagnosed cancer patients, individuals undergoing chemo and radiation therapy and survivors up to two years in remission; Anytime Fitness, Copper Ridge Market Place, off Silver Lake Road, TC; for details or to apply for the program, call Karen Merrill, (808) 284-5150.
Group exercise class, 10:15 p.m. each Thurs., public welcome, free; Hope Village activities room, 4354 Mount Hope Road, Acme; for details or to sign up, 938-4673.
Family Forum, 6-7:30 p.m. Tues., topics run on an ongoing four-week cycle, open dialogue, mutual skill building and self-help skills for individuals and couples, $5 per person includes materials, facilitated by Gary Vann, PhD, marriage and family psychologist; Center for Wellness & Relationships, 3491 Hartman Road, TC; for details or reservations, 947-2990.
"Partners on the PATH" workshop, chronic disease self-management program to give participants skills and knowledge to better manage chronic diseases such as diabetes, arthritis, depression, COPD and others, $5 per person, open to any adult in Grand Traverse region, for details on upcoming workshops, call TC Senior Center, 801 E. Front, TC, 922-4911.
Meetings
Cancer Support Group meeting, 5-6:30 p.m. April 20, Biederman Cancer Treatment Center, TC; 935-6921.
Diabetes Support Group meeting, 2-3 p.m. April 23, Munson Medical Center, Sixth Street, TC; 935-8200 or (800) 809-8127.
Lymphedema Network of Northern Michigan, April 28, call for times, meets quarterly, topics vary; Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave., TC; 935-6691.
First AID/CPR Training
American Red Cross Of Northern Lower Michigan
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, contact Tom Ritchie, 348-7666 or tomr@arcnlm.org.
CPR Skills for Adults, Children and Infants, 6-10 p.m. April 21.
Challenge Class for Professional Rescuer and Health Care Provider, noon-4 p.m. April 21.
First Aid Skills, 6-8 p.m. April 22.
First Aid/CPR/AED Challenge Class, 10 a.m.-noon, noon-2 p.m. or 2-4 p.m. April 23, two-hours class for those who have taken CPR/First Aid training for years.
Community CPR and First Aid Skills, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. April 28.
American Red Cross West Shore Chapter
For details or to register, 757-3069 or toll-free (888) 241-3433; classes held at the Red Cross office, 1644 W. U.S. 10, Scottville, prepaid registration is required, send check to American Red Cross, 1644 W. U.S. 10, Scottville, MI 49454, along with name, address, phone number and the date and name of the class.
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, 6 p.m. April 22-23, must attend both nights, $45, mask required, some soft-seal masks available, $15.
Munson Healthcare
Following classes at Munson Regional EMS Education, 3664 U.S. 31, across from Meijer, TC; for details or to register, call 935-7841.
BLS/CPR for the Health Care Professional, 6-10:30 p.m. April 21, $65.
BLS Health Care Provider CPR Renewal, 6-9 p.m. April 28, $30.
Cadillac
Heartsaver CPR/First Aid, 6-10 p.m. fourth Mon. of month, 6-10 p.m. $50 registration for program expenses and not distributed to the American Heart Association, registration required; Mercy Hospital auditorium, 400 Hobart St., Cadillac; 876-7149.
SELF-HELP
Munson Community Health Library, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (closed noon-12:30 p.m.) Mon.-Thurs., 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fri., consumer lending health library, books, magazines, videos, models and Web resources to help consumers understand health and make informed decisions with their physician; Munson Community Health Center south entrance, 550 Munson Ave., TC; 935-9265 or e-mail LibraryMCHCCommunityHealth@mhc.net.
Adult grief support group, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mon., Munson Hospice House, TC; 10-11:30 a.m. Tues., TC Senior Center, 801 E. Front, TC; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tues., The Gathering Place Benzie Senior Center; and 1-2 p.m. Wed., the Village at Bay Ridge, off Silver Lake Road, TC; 935-8491.
Alcoholics Anonymous, AA hotline 946-8823 or email district11aa.org.
Support group for those dealing with Alzheimer's, dementia and other memory loss issues, 2 p.m. fourth Thurs., for family, caregivers and others, free respite care provided, public welcome, sponsored by Alzheimer's Association; Village at Bay Ridge Assisted Living Center, 3825 Scenic Ridge, TC; 995-9385.
Bereavement support group, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tues., The Gathering Place, Honor Plaza, Honor; 935-8491.
Bereavement support group, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wed., facilitated by Thomas McClellan and Rev. Kay Coones, free-will offering accepted; First Congregational Church, Benzonia; 935-8491.
Breastfeeding support group, 3-4:30 p.m. Mon.; Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave., TC; 935-2591.
Caregiver Support Group, 7:15-8:15 p.m. third Mon., informal get-together for all care givers; The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster, TC; 935-8491.
Children's Grief: Art Therapy Program, call for times/dates, Munson Hospice House, TC; for details or to register, 935-8492.
Dakoske/Phoenix Addiction Treatment Services, 940 E. Eighth St., TC; for individuals or those with family members struggling with alcohol or drug problems; (800) 622-4810.
Families in Touch play/support group, Wed., 10:30 a.m.-noon, crawlers to toddlers, 1-2:30 p.m. newborns to crawlers; Munson Community Health Center, classroom D, 550 Munson Ave., TC; 922-4843.
Family Recovery Continuing Care Group, 6:30-8 p.m. Wed., free; Munson Behavioral Health Services, TC; 935-6382 or (800) 662-6766.
Fibromyalgia Support Group, 1-3 p.m. fourth Saturday of each month, Dr. William Kitti Education Center, next to Kalkaska Memorial Health Center, South Coral Street, Kalkaska; 258-4829.
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous, 6 p.m. Thurs., 10 a.m. Sat., Munson Community Health Center Classroom G, 550 Munson Ave., TC; 929-3047.
Gamblers Anonymous of Frankfort, open meetings 6-7 p.m. Fri., Frankfort United Methodist Church, 537 Crystal Ave., e-mail gafrankfort@yahoo.com or write P.O. Box 326, Frankfort, 49635; call 651-0251 or 882-2186, ask for Kim; for online support at Yahoo groups, type in gamblenomore2007 to access the link, or e-mail gamblenomore2007@yahoogroups.com.
Grand Traverse Parkinson's Support Group, 10:30 a.m. fourth Wed., TC Senior Center, 801 E. Front St., TC; 947-1946.
Hospice of Michigan grief support groups, 1-2:30 p.m. second Tues., Hospice of Michigan office, 932 N. Mitchell, Cadillac, 799-9570; 5-6:30 p.m. third Mon. and 1-2:30 p.m. third Tues., Hospice of Michigan office, 900 E. Front, suite 150, TC, 799-9570; 7-8:30 p.m. third Tues., Tendercare Health Center of Leelanau, 124 W. Fourth, Suttons Bay, 799-9570; 5:30-6:30 p.m. third Tues., Lakeview Manor chapel, Cadillac, 779-9570.
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