Columbia Memorial | Health Compass | Winter 2019

This six-week evidence-based workshop is for anyone living with any chronic condition(s). If you would like, your caregiver/support person can attend also. This workshop provides the tools, skills and support needed to make lasting lifestyle and behavior changes. Topics include: better breathing, healthy eating, pain and fatigue management, and many more. STRONG WOMEN STRONG BONES Y Mondays and Wednesdays, Jan. 7 through Jan. 30, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Clatsop Community College (Patriot Hall) 1651 Lexington Ave. $20 Y Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 15 through Feb. 21, 10 to 11 a.m. or 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Clatsop Community College (Patriot Hall) 1651 Lexington Ave. $30 Y Mondays and Wednesdays, March 11 through May 29 (no class on Memorial Day, May 27), 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Clatsop Community College (Patriot Hall) 1651 Lexington Ave. $60. Free to those age 60-plus. 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 . 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 WEEKEND FAST-TRACK COURSE Y Friday, Jan. 25, 6 to 8:30 p.m., and Saturday, Jan. 26, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. CMH Y Friday, March 15, 6 to 8:30 p.m., and Saturday, March 16, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. CMH Free if delivering at CMH; otherwise $75 This fast-track course is designed to provide the basics of labor, comfort measures, infant care and lactation education. A tour of the Maternity Department is included. CMH HEALTH ANDWELLNESS CANCER: THRIVING & SURVIVING (CTS) Y Tuesdays, Jan. 22 through Feb. 26, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. CMH-OHSU Knight Cancer Collaborative– Cancer Center Activity Room, 1905 Exchange St., Astoria Free This six-week evidence-based workshop is offered to anyone living with cancer. If you would like, your caregiver/support person can attend also. This workshop is designed to enhance regular treatment. Topics include: fatigue, pain, isolation, frustration and many more. LIVING WELL WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS Y Thursdays, Feb. 14 through March 21 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. CMH-OHSU Knight Cancer Collaborative– Cancer Center Activity Room, 1905 Exchange St., Astoria Free DIABETES EDUCATION 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 or email list to get information, call 503-338-4012 or visit columbiamemorial.org/diabetes-ed . SUPPORT GROUPS GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP Y Third Thursdays of the month 4:30 to 6 p.m. This is a free support group open to anyone who has experienced a loss. CMH Columbia Center–Chinook Room 2021 Marine Drive, Astoria Please contact Lower Columbia Hospice at 503-338-6230 with any questions. 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 behavior 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. 2019 © 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 Galina Gandy Vice President, Health Information Services Constance Waisanen President, Board of Trustees COLUMBIAMEMORIAL.ORG WINTER 2019 7