July 2009
Featured Event:
Drive for School Supplies
July 1 - August 1
Underprivileged students in Yuma County need school supplies! You can help by donating: backpacks for all ages, crayons, pencils, rulers, glue, folders, safety scissors, markers, pencil sharpeners, dictionaries, and paper. Donations are accepted at the YRMC Main Lobby and Yuma Regional Corporate Center, 399 W. 32nd St. Your donation is tax deductible. Cash donations can be made through the Foundation of YRMC, Attn: Drive for School Supplies, 2400 S. Avenue A, Yuma, AZ 85364. For more information, call Community Relations at 336-7005.
July 1, Wednesday, 9 am Nutrition Education:
Join the YRMC Cardiac Rehab experts for a dynamic class on healthy eating. Our registered dietitian will teach you how to read food labels and what you can do to make smart food choices. Held at YRMC Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehabilitation - 2550 S. 4th Ave. To register, call 336-1015.
July 1, Wednesday, 6:30 pm Bariatric Support Group:
Provides emotional and moral support to individuals who have had or are contemplating weight loss surgery. This month's topic is "Getting Back on Track." Held at Yuma Regional Corporate Center, 399 W. 32nd St. For more information, call Kathie Brown at 210-9845.
July 7, Tuesday, 6 pm Yuma New Life Society Transplant Support Group:
A support group for patients and their families who have had a transplant or are on a waiting list. Held at Yuma Regional Corporate Center, 399 W. 32nd St. For more information, call Maribel at 210-7943.
July 8, Wednesday, 9 am Flexibility & Strength Training Education: Yes You Can!
You have heard the benefits of weight training and building muscle tone and now's your chance to learn from the experts. Join with the YRMC Cardiac Rehab exercise physiologist to get started today. Held at YRMC Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehabilitation - 2550 S. 4th Ave. To register, call 336-1015.
July 9, Thursday, 1:30 pm Lung Disease Support Group (Huffers & Puffers):
A support group that helps people with respiratory problems live life to the fullest. Held at Yuma Regional Medical Plaza, 1501 W. 24th St. For more information, call 336-2784.
July 9, Thursday, 7 pm Breast Cancer Support Group:
Held at Yuma Regional Medical Plaza, 1501 W. 24th St. For more information, call 726-0366 or 726-7831.
July 13, Monday, 7 pm Cancer Support Group:
A support group for cancer patients and their families. Held at Yuma Regional Corporate Center, 399 W. 32nd St. For more information, call 336-3919 or 336-3881.
July 14, Tuesday, 5:30 pm Amputee Support Group:
A support group for amputee patients and their families. Hosted by Hanger Prosthetics and Yuma Rehabilitation Hospital. Held at Yuma Rehabilitation Hospital, 901 W. 24th St. For information, call Alyssa Leon at 726-5000.
July 15, Wednesday, 9 am Home Exercise Education:
Home Exercise education class teaches people various ways to increase daily activity in and outside their home. Class is taught by an exercise physiologist and examples of exercise programs will be presented. Held at YRMC Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehabilitation - 2550 S. 4th Ave. To register, call 336-1015.
July 16, Thursday, 5:30 pm Stroke Survivors Support Group:
A support group for stroke survivors and their families. Held at Yuma Rehabilitation Hospital, 901 W. 24th St. For information, call 314-8801.
July 16, Thursday, 7 pm La Leche League of Yuma:
Held at Yuma Regional Corporate Center, 399 W. 32nd St. For more information, call Karen at 783-0048.
July 18, Saturday, 9 am-1 pm It's a NICU Graduation Celebration!
Join the YRMC Neonatal Intensive Care team as we celebrate our tiniest patients. Babies and their families who have "graduated" from the YRMC NICU can enjoy a day of educational booths, family networking, entertainment and prizes.
FREE EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR! July 21, Tuesday, 5 pm Weight Loss Surgery:
Candice Jensen, M.D., will present a free educational seminar on the LAP-BAND System for long-term weight loss. Dr. Jensen is a Board certified general surgeon who specializes in laparoscopic and bariatric surgery and is founder of the Bariatric Surgery Program at YRMC. Held at Yuma Regional Medical Plaza Conference Room, 1501 W. 24th St. For more information call 336-LITE (5483).
July 22, Wednesday, 9 am Heart Disease & Cardiac Procedures:
Join the YRMC Cardiac Rehab experts for a dynamic class on the facts about heart disease and the procedures performed. Presented by a YRMC registered nurse. Held at YRMC Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehabilitation - 2550 S. 4th Ave. To register, call 336-1015.
July 29, Wednesday, 9 am Mended Hearts Support Group:
Heart patients and their families are invited to attend. Members are there to listen, share their experiences, and discuss matters relating to lifestyle changes, depression, recovery and treatment. Held at YRMC Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehabilitation - 2550 S. 4th Ave. To register, call 336-1015.
Bereavement Support Group:
A support group to help people cope with the loss of a loved one. Meets Wednesdays from 4 to 5:30 pm for six weeks. Advance registration is required. For more information, call Trina at 336-1529.
No meeting this month: Diabetes Support Group, Yuma Ostomy Support Group, A.W.A.K.E.
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