Columbia Memorial | Health Compass | Summer 2018

TAI CHI: MOVING FOR BETTER BALANCE Y Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 21 through Oct. 4 (no class Sept. 20), 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Clatsop Community College (Patriot Hall) 1651 Lexington Ave. $32.50 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. 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, Aug. 24, 6 to 8:30 p.m., and Saturday, Aug. 25, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. CMH Free if delivering at CMH; otherwise $75 CMH HEALTH ANDWELLNESS LIVING WELL WITH CHRONIC PAIN Y Wednesdays, Aug. 15 through Sept. 19, 9:30 a.m. to noon CMH Columbia Center, 2021 Marine Drive FREE This evidence-based workshop assists people in managing their chronic pain. People who can benefit from this self-management workshop include those with: • fibromyalgia • neuropathic pain • Crohn’s disease • chronic neck, shoulder and back pain • any other primary diagnosis of chronic pain. Exercises start in week three and can be modified for those with mobility difficulties. STRONG WOMEN STRONG BONES Y Mondays and Wednesdays, Aug. 27 through Oct. 31 (no class Sept. 3 or the week of Sept. 17), 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Clatsop Community College (Patriot Hall) 1651 Lexington Ave. $42.50 Y Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 21 through Oct. 4, (no class on Sept. 20), 10 to 11 a.m. Clatsop Community College (Patriot Hall) 1651 Lexington Ave. $32.50 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 . 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 . 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. 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 . CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Y First Tuesday of the month, 4 to 5:30 p.m., CMH–OHSU Knight Cancer Collaborative, 1905 Exchange St., Astoria Contact Mari Montesano at 503-338-4589 . 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. 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 COLUMBIAMEMORIAL.ORG SUMMER 2018 7