Christian Hospital Schedules March Community Programs

Christian Hospital will hold the following programs in March:

Financial Boot Camp: Fitness for Your Finances, March 2, 10-11:30 a.m., at Northwest HealthCare Community Room, 1225 Graham Rd. The Financial Boot Camp is designed to cover a broad array of financial topics. Whether you consider yourself a novice or a professional in the financial arena, you will not only refresh your knowledge, but learn more about ways to reinforce your complex financial needs. Speaker: Travis Freeman, AWMA, Four Seasons Wealth Management Call 314-747-WELL (9355) to register. Free.

Colon Cancer Awareness, March 16, 9-10 a.m., at Jamestown Mall Food Court. Free.

Diabetes Alert Day, free screenings on March 22, from 7 a.m.-3 p.m., at Christian Hospital Diabetes Institute, 11155 Dunn Road, Suite 101N, Christian Hospital Campus, Professional Building 1.

AARP Driver Safety Course, March 15, 8:30 a.m.-12?30 p.m., at Christian Hospital Detrick Bldg, Atrium B. Fee is $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members, payable to AARP the day of training. This four-hour training will help you tune up your driving skills, update your knowledge of the rules of the road, learn about normal age-related physical changes and ways to adjust for these changes and reduce traffic violations, crashes and chances for injuries. Some insurance companies also offer a discount to participants.  Call 314.747.WELL (9355) to register.

BREATHE program is held on Mondays and Thursdays, from 11 a.m.-noon, at Graham Medical Center, 1150 Graham Rd. Suite 104. Cost is $30. Designed for people with pulmonary disease — participants focus on deep breathing, exercises and relaxation. Call 314-953-6090 to register or for more information.

Christian Hospital Breathing Center offers free lung function screenings at Northwest HealthCare, 1225 Graham Rd. Call 314-953-6040.

Center for Senior Renewal provides day treatment programs for older adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, loss and early signs of dementia. The Center for Senior Renewal provides a comfortable, home-like atmosphere staffed with compassionate and experienced mental health professionals. The center is located on the first floor of the Detrick Building. For more information, contact Connie Trunk at 314-653-5123.

STEPS Schizophrenia Support Group meets on Wednesdays, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. This nationally recognized program provides education and support for those with schizophrenia. Group is facilitated by an experienced STEPS nurse. For more information, call 314-839-3171.

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