Columbia Memorial | Health Compass | Spring 2018

STRONG WOMEN STRONG BONES Y Mondays and Wednesdays, June 11 to Aug. 15 (no class on July 4), 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Clatsop Community College (Patriot Hall) 1651 Lexington Ave. $47.50 This program is a national, evidence-based community exercise and nutrition program targeted for midlife and older women. The program assists women with maintaining muscle mass, strength and function. Other sessions are listed at columbiamemorial.org/events . TAI CHI: MOVING FOR BETTER BALANCE Y Please check columbiamemorial.org/ events or call our Community Education number at 503-338-7564 for upcoming tai chi classes. This evidence-based community fall prevention program transforms traditional tai chi movements into therapeutic training for improved balance and daily functions. The movements are simple, continuous and rhythmic. The program is designed for older adults and is traditionally done standing, using coordinated eye, head, hand and body movements. It can be modified for those with mobility difficulties. 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 occasionally throughout the year. To be put on our mailing list or email list to get information, call 503-338-4012 or visit columbiamemorial.org/diabetes-ed . Call 503-338-7564, email cheryl_ham@columbiamemorial.org or visit columbiamemorial.org/events to learn more about the exciting opportunities at CMH. Check out our calendar online at columbiamemorial.org/events . CHILDBIRTH/FAMILY PREPARATION CMH offers a full line of labor preparation courses with weekend options. WEEKEND FAST-TRACK COURSE Y Friday, June 8, 6 to 8:30 p.m., and Saturday, June 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. CMH Free if delivering at CMH; otherwise $75 CMH HEALTH AND WELLNESS A MATTER OF BALANCE: MANAGING CONCERNS ABOUT FALLS Y Wednesdays, May 9 to June 27, 10 a.m. to noon CMH Columbia Center FREE This class is designed to help manage falls and increase activity levels. You will learn to set goals for increasing activity, make changes to reduce fall risks at home, and exercise to increase strength and balance. Anyone who is concerned about falling; has fallen in the past; has restricted activities because of falling concerns; or who wants to improve balance, flexibility and strength should attend. Exercises begin during week three. Nearly all exercises can be modified in a chair. SUPPORT GROUPS BEREAVEMENT AND GRIEF SUPPORT Y First and third Tuesdays of the month -First Tuesday, 5:30 to 7 p.m. -Third Tuesday, 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 Y Third Wednesday of the month, 6:30 to 8 p.m. CMH Columbia Center—Coho Room, 2021 Marine Drive, Astoria Contact Michele Abrahams at 503-338-8435 . SIGN UP TODAY! LOOK WHAT’S HAPPENING 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 be- havior change are addressed, and support is provided. Treatment plans are tailored for each individual. The program is billable to nearly all insurance plans. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 503-325-4321 , ext. 5758 . CMH HEALTH COMPASS is published as a community service by COLUMBIA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, a Planetree- designated Person-Centered Care Facility. 2111 Exchange St., Astoria, OR 97103, telephone 503-325-4321, website: columbiamemorial.org For information about CMH HEALTH COMPASS: Felicia Struve , Marketing & Communication Coordinator Information in CMH HEALTH COMPASS comes from a wide range of medical experts. If you have any concerns or questionsaboutspecificcontentthatmayaffectyour health, pleasecontactyourhealthcareprovider.Modelsmaybeused in photos and illustrations. 2018 © Coffey Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. Erik Thorsen Chief Executive Officer Nicole Williams Chief Operating Officer Zach Schmitt Chief Financial Officer Jarrod Karnofski Vice President, Ancillary and Support Services Trece Gurrad Vice President, Patient Care Services Galina Gandy Vice President, Health Information Services Constance Waisanen President, Board of Trustees SPRING 2018 7