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Children’s Health and Weight Management Program
Wednesdays, October 1, 8, 15 and 22 from 4 – 5 pm
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 16 percent of kids between 6 and 19 years of age – over 9 million young people – are overweight. The Children’s Health and Weight Management Program is designed to help children who are more than 20 pounds overweight lose the excess weight, and learn to incorporate positive lifestyle and behavioral changes that will help them keep the weight off. This four-session program is available to children ages 6 to 16. Parents are asked to accompany their child for the weekly sessions and are encouraged to participate. The program will be held at Kimball’s Institute for Rehabilitative and Occupational Health Services located on the Kimball Campus at 500 River Avenue in Lakewood. A physician’s prescription for medical clearance is necessary to participate in the four-week program. Space is limited to six children per session and registration is required. For more information or to register, please call David Terlizzi at 732-942-5900.
Childbirth Education Classes
Thursdays, October 2, 9 and 16 from 6:30 to 9:30 pm
Learn about the process of labor, birth and delivery, and postpartum. You’ll learn to master relaxation techniques and breathing methods to help you progress through each stage of labor and birth. Fee is $75 for three-session program. Free tours of the maternity unit are available also. The program will be held at Kimball Medical Center. Pre-registration is requested by calling the Saint Barnabas Health Care LINK at 1-888-724-7123.
Drive Defensively
Monday, October 6 from 8:30 am from 5 pm
Join Roden Lightbody, Safety Engineer for Ocean County for a National Safety Council refresher course. This seminar is ideal for drivers of all ages who need to sharpen their driving skills. By completing this course, you can eliminate two points from your New Jersey State Driver’s record. The charge for this course is $8.00 payable to the County of Ocean. For point reduction, bring an additional $10.00 payable by money order only, to the NJ State Safety Council. The program will be held at Kimball Medical Center’s Center for Healthy Living located at 198 Prospect Street, Lakewood. Pre-registration is requested by calling the Saint Barnabas Health Care LINK at 1-888-724-7123. Free.
Meter Madness Day
Wednesday, October 22, 1 from 3 pm
For those diagnosed with diabetes, regular blood glucose (sugar) testing is a part of your normal routine. And getting your all-important glucose level has become easier.
Today's glucose meters are more sensitive, and require less blood -- which likely equates with less pain. Meter Madness Day is an excellent opportunity for individuals with diabetes to meet and speak with meter vendors, home care suppliers, a Registered Dietitian and registered nurse so you can learn about the latest diabetic treatments and equipment to help you manage your diabetes. In addition, Dr. Vince Moss, Kimball cardiothoracic surgeon, will be discussing the effects of smoking on diabetics. The program will be held at Kimball Medical Center’s Center for Healthy Living located at 198 Prospect Street, Lakewood. Pre-registration is requested by calling the Saint Barnabas Health Care LINK at
1-888-724-7123. Free.
Smoking Cessation Introductory Session
Tuesday, October 28 at 7 pm
It’s your choice. Quitting Smoking is difficult to do alone. Did you know that you can double your chances of quitting successfully by joining a support program? Register today to attend this free introductory session and take your first steps to a healthier, happier lifestyle. This program will be held at Kimball Medical Center’s Center for Healthy Living located at 198 Prospect Street, Lakewood. If you are interested in registering or would like more information, please call the Quit Center at 732-914-1688. Free.
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