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choices. Classes will include understanding
dietary guidelines, grocery shopping, meal
prep and cooking, and more!
Living Well with
Chronic Conditions
Tuesdays, Oct. 11 to Nov. 15,
1 to 3:30 p.m.
CMH Columbia Center
Free
This six-week workshop was developed by
Stanford University to help participants learn
how to manage their chronic conditions
and still continue to live fulfilling lives.
Topics include nutrition, appropriate use
of medications, decision-making, and
communicating effectively with family,
friends and health professionals. People with
any chronic condition, such as arthritis,
asthma, diabetes and heart disease, are
encouraged to attend.
A Matter of Balance: Managing
Concerns about Falls
Thursdays, Oct. 6 to Dec. 22,
1 to 3 p.m. (no class on Thanksgiving Day)
CMH Columbia Center
Free
This eight-week, award-winning program
is designed to manage falls and increase
activity levels. This class focuses on practical
strategies to manage falls. Exercises to
increase strength and balance start in week
3. Anyone concerned about falls; interested
in improving their balance, flexibility and
strength; who has fallen in the past; or who
has restricted activities because of falling
concerns is encouraged to attend.
Strong Women Strong Bones
10-week class: Mondays andWednesdays,
Oct. 17 to Dec. 21, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
CMH Columbia Center
$50
This program is a national, evidence-based
community exercise program tailored for
women in midlife and older. The program
assists women in maintaining muscle mass,
strength and function by using hand and
ankle weights and mat exercises.
Trying to Quit Tobacco?
Tobacco Cessation Services
CMH Columbia Center
A certified tobacco treatment specialist
is available Monday through Friday for
individual tobacco-cessation appointments
to help you quit tobacco. The addiction
to nicotine, the habit of tobacco use and
behavior change are addressed, and support
is provided. Treatment plans are tailored for
each individual. The program is billable to
nearly all insurance plans. Call 503-325-4321,
ext. 5758, for more information or to
schedule an appointment.
DIABETES EDUCATION
CMH offers an American Diabetes
Association-recognized Diabetes Self-
Management Education Program. Group
classes and individual appointments
are available with our diabetes nurses
and clinical dietitians. Free support
groups are held throughout the year.
Contact us to be put on our mailing list
or email list to get information before the
meetings. Call 503-338-4012 or visit our
website,
for more information.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Bereavement and Grief Support
First Thursday of the month, 2 to 4 p.m.
Bob Chisholm Community Center,
Room 1, 1225 Ave. A, Seaside
Third Tuesday of the month,
4:30 to 6 p.m.
CMH Columbia Center Chinook Room,
2021 Marine Drive, Astoria
Please contact Lower Columbia Hospice at
503-338-6230 with any questions.
Ostomy Support Group
Contact Lisa Harris, RN, at 503-338-4523.
WomenHeart
of North Oregon Coast
Third Wednesday of the month,
6:30 to 8 p.m.
CMH Columbia Center–Coho Conference
Room, 2021 Marine Drive, Astoria
Contact Michele Abrahams at 503-338-8435.
Call 503-338-7564, email
or visit to learn more about
the exciting opportunities at CMH.
Check out our new calendar online at .
CHILDBIRTH/FAMILY
PREPARATION
CMH offers a full line of labor preparation
courses with weekly and weekend options.
Six-Week Course
Wednesdays, Oct. 5 to Nov. 9,
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
CMH
Free if delivering at CMH; otherwise $75
Weekend Fast-Track Course
Friday, Dec. 9, 6 to 8:30 p.m., and
Saturday, Dec. 10, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
CMH
Free if delivering at CMH; otherwise $75
CMH HEALTH
ANDWELLNESS
Get a Grasp on Medicare 2017
Tuesdays , Oct. 11, Nov. 22, 3 to 5 p.m.
CMH Columbia Center–Coho Conference
Room, 2021 Marine Drive, Astoria
This class will cover the A, B, C and Ds
of Medicare benefits, including new 2017
updates. We will also discuss the options
available for additional coverage and how
to determine what coverage is best for you.
In addition, we will review low-income
programs and how to avoid health care fraud.
Healthy Eating for
Successful Living
Tuesdays, Oct. 11 to Nov. 15,
10 a.m. to noon
CMH Columbia Center
Free
This six-week class is designed to increase
your understanding of healthy nutrition
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