June community education opportunities at the Kathryn Weil Center for Education

‘Small Space Gardens’ is June ‘Lunch and Learn’ topic
Rosie Lerner, Purdue Extension consumer horticulture specialist and Master Gardener state coordinator, will present “Small Space Gardens” at the June “Lunch and Learn.”

Lerner will discuss container and raised bed gardening, tips for making gardening easier for those with limited mobility and how small space gardening can work well for one or two people.

“Lunch and Learn” is a monthly program offered by the Kathryn Weil Center for Education – this session will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, June 4.

Lunch is available for $6 at 11:30 a.m. with the free educational program starting at noon. The program will be held at the Kathryn Weil Center for Education located inside the Medical Arts Building at 415 N. 26th St., Suite 400 in Lafayette.

Seating is limited and reservations are required; reservations must be received by Monday, June 1. To register, or for more information, call the Kathryn Weil Center for Education at (765) 449-5133.


Neonatal resuscitation certification course offered by Kathryn Weil Center for Education
The Kathryn Weil Center for Education will provide neonatal resuscitation certification programs in 2009. This course is designed to teach an evidence-based approach to newborn resuscitation.

A certification class will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3 at the Kathryn Weil Center for Education. Cost is $75 per person, and class size is limited.

To register or for more information, please call the Kathryn Weil Center for Education at (765) 449-5133. Books may be picked up at least one week prior to taking the class from the Kathryn Weil Center for Education, which is located in the Medical Arts Building, 415 N. 26th St., Suite 400 on the campus of Home Hospital.


‘New Baby Day Camp’ for siblings set for June 6
A new addition to the family affects everyone, especially the new baby’s older brother or sister. New Baby Day Camp, a program from the Spirit of Women, is a specific class for siblings. Open to children ages 3 to 9, this class assists in preparing the “expectant” sibling for the arrival of a new family member, changes that might occur, and how to discuss feelings regarding the new baby.

Seated around a “campfire,” children will listen to a story about what it means to be a big brother or big sister, discuss ways to help with their new sibling, and have hands-on practice in order to prepare for the baby’s arrival. Children will have the opportunity to create a keepsake certificate announcing their new status as a big brother or big sister.

Children and parents will be given a tour of the Mother/Baby Unit. Information about visiting mom and the new baby at the hospital will be included. Children will receive a souvenir backpack with birth announcements and other goodies to prepare them to visit their new sibling in the hospital. At least one parent is expected to attend; however both are welcome.

The Kathryn Weil Center for Education and St. Elizabeth Regional Health are members of Spirit of Women, a national coalition of hospitals and health care providers that pledge to provide the highest standards of excellence in women’s health, education and community outreach.

The program is set for 10:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 6 at the Kathryn Weil Center for Education. Cost is $15, with additional siblings $5 each.

The Kathryn Weil Center for Education is located in the Medical Arts Building, 415 N. 26th St., Suite 400 on the campus of Home Hospital. For more information or to register, please call the center at (765) 449-5133.


‘Motion for Moms’ starts June 9
The summer sessions for “Motion for Moms” will start at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9.

Motion for Moms is a light exercise and fitness program for expecting moms, as well as for moms who have recently delivered and is sponsored by St. Elizabeth Regional Health’s Physical Therapy Department.

Motion for Moms will include traditional strengthening, stretching, endurance activities including yoga and Pilates, as well as resistive exercises to prepare the new mom for her childbirth experience and for caring for her newborn. An educational component will be a part of each section. Topics that will be covered will include nutrition, pain management during pregnancy, postpartum recovery, relaxation techniques, posture, foot care and safety information.

This session of Motion for Moms is set for 5 to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning on Tuesday, June 9 and going through July 16. Cost is $40 for the 12 sessions. Medical clearance from your doctor is required prior to participation. A release form can be obtained by calling the Kathryn Weil Center for Education at (765) 449-5133.

Classes will be held at the Kathryn Weil Center for Education, which is located in the Medical Arts Building, located at 415 N. 26th St., Suite 400 in Lafayette on the Home Hospital campus.

For more information or to register, please call the center at (765) 449-5133.


Cholesterol screenings scheduled at Kathryn Weil Center for Education
The Kathryn Weil Center for Education will offer cholesterol screenings from 7:30 a.m. to noon on Thursday, June 11 at the center. The price is $30 and registration is required. The screening includes checking total cholesterol, HDL, total cholesterol/HDL ratio, triglycerides, LDL and glucose levels. Fasting is recommended as it provides more accurate results, but not required. We encourage you to drink water prior to your test; black coffee and black tea are also acceptable. A staff member will discuss your individual results.

The Kathryn Weil Center for Education is located on the fourth floor of the Medical Arts Building, 415 N. 26th St., Suite 400 in Lafayette on the campus of Home Hospital. For more information or to schedule your screening, call the center at (765) 449-5133.


St. Elizabeth Regional Health hosts Indiana Perinatal Network’s regional training events in Lafayette
St. Elizabeth Regional Health and the Kathryn Weil Center for Education will host two regional training events for the Indiana Perinatal Network on Wednesday, June 17.

The first, “Breastfeeding: Putting Expertise into Action,” will be from 9 a.m. to noon and feature discussion on how to transfer expertise into increasing Indiana’s breastfeeding rates. Topics will include workplace lactation support, breastfeeding disparities and social marketing (particular attention paid to the needs of African-American and Hispanic populations), safe sleep and breastfeeding.

By the end of the session, participants will be able to: list the four components to a successful worksite lactation program; explore the breastfeeding and safe sleep relationship; discuss local breastfeeding efforts, challenges and coalition building ideas; and discuss plans for expansion of community breastfeeding partnerships.

The second, “Something’s Not Right: Exploring Perinatal Mood Disorders” will be from 1 to 4 p.m. and feature a comprehensive perinatal mood disorders (PMD) presentation, including a review of the types of perinatal mood disorders, available screening tools and how to use them, as well as treatment options. The discussion will include information on medication use and choices for the pregnant and breastfeeding mother, Indiana resources for PMD screening and treatment and a discussion of the development and use of support groups for treatment. There will also be time for interactive problem-solving and dialogue.

By the end of the session, participants will be able to list the prenatal and postpartum risk factors for PMD; discuss the differences between prenatal and postpartum depression, anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, PTSD and psychosis; review consequences of untreated PMD on the mother, baby and family; and identify social support and community resources, including how to set up support groups and offer social support.

Both training events will be at the Kathryn Weil Center for Education, which is located on the fourth floor of the Medical Arts Building, 415 N. 26th St., Suite 400 on the campus of Home Hospital.

For more information or to register, please call the Indiana Perintal Network at 1-866-338-0825 or visit www.indianaperinatal.org.


Smoking cessation programs scheduled
The Kathryn Weil Center for Education will present several smoking cessation programs during 2009 utilizing the Cooper Clayton Method for smoking cessation.

The program consists of 13 one-hour sessions. Sessions are scheduled for Wednesday, June 24 to Wednesday, Sept. 16 from 6 to 7 p.m.

The course fee is $60 and includes a take-home handbook. The Cooper Clayton Method is a safe and effective way to help people stay smoke-free for the rest of their lives. The Cooper Clayton Method is a comprehensive behavioral smoking cessation program, based on science utilizing proven methods, which include education, skills training and social support. It was started more than 20 years ago by two faculty members at the University of Kentucky. Thomas Cooper, DDS, a dentist and former heavy smoker developed the program with Richard Clayton, Ph.D., an expert on drug addiction.

The Kathryn Weil Center for Education is located on the fourth floor of the Medical Arts Building, 415 N. 26th St., Suite 400 on the campus of Home Hospital.

For more information or to register, call the Kathryn Weil Center for Education at (765) 449-5133.


Kathryn Weil Center for Education schedules basic tuberculosis course
The Kathryn Weil Center for Education will offer a basic tuberculosis course from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 25. Cost for this program is $60, which is non-refundable.

This course teaches participants how to identify populations to be tested and how to administer, read and record the Mantoux Skin Test.

The Kathryn Weil Center for Education is located in the Medical Arts Building, 415 N. 26th St., Suite 400 on the campus of Home Hospital.

For more information or to register, call the Kathryn Weil Center for Education at (765) 449-5133.