NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID 1221 Whipple St. EAU CLAIRE, WI Eau Claire, WI 54703-5200 PERMIT NO. 1557 CONNECT WITH US May–August 2018 CLASSES AND EVENTS Table of Contents Commitment to Health Community 4-9 Fitness & Weight 10-13 Mayo Clinic Health System is a nonprofit Education Management organization committed to improving the quality of life, health and well-being of our communities. We host and co-support health education programs, wellness classes, events and support groups that provide community members with information and resources on a variety of health topics. We actively partner with community organizations and agencies to create an environment that promotes the physical, emotional and spiritual well-being of those who live, work and play here. Get Wellness Information Via Email Text mayoclinichealth to 22828 to get started. Message and data rates may apply. Screenings 14-15 Support Groups 16-20 Extreme Weather Policy If a school district cancels school or evening activities, most Mayo Clinic Health System classes or events in that community also will be canceled. Look online for cancellations. Life Support Community Partners Contact one of our community partners for information related to life support certifications, such as CPR and first aid. Chippewa Valley Technical College cvtc.edu/continuing-education Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College Youth & Family Parenting Resources: witc.edu/continuing-education-and-training Programs 21-24 Pregnancy & Beyond 25-26 Community Garden Plot Bloomer Mayo Clinic Health System $20. Plots available on a first-come, first- Get a hands-on experience growing your own produce, served basis. which is great for your nutritional and physical health. Go to chippewa.uwex.edu or submit a paper application to apply. Call 715-726-7950 for Community Education more information. Family Day in Downtown Eau Claire Saturday, June 30 2–8 p.m. Swing in to this Downtown Eau Claire, Inc. event Phoenix Park, 330 Riverfront Terrace Menomonie Advance Care Planning: A Guide for fun fitness and health education activities. Friday, May 4 Free to Arranging Your Personal & Co-supported by Mayo Clinic Health System. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. | Register by April 27 Legal Affairs Check in begins at 9:30 a.m. Room 54, Dunn County Community Services Building, 3001 U.S. Highway Are you looking to take charge of your aging journey Barron 12/29 E. Friends & Family CPR and learn how to make your final wishes known? Get Wednesday, June 6 Free; includes Final Affairs Guide, resource to know your options before you need them. Meet 5–7:30 p.m. | Register by May 30 materials, light lunch and door prizes. local professionals to learn about supportive living This class is for anyone age 10 and older who is Lower Level Conference Room, To register: Call 715-232-4006. options and talking with your family about your interested in learning a simplified version of CPR but Mayo Clinic Health System desires. Advance care planning counselors, physicians does not need a course completion card in CPR for his Eau Claire and legal advisors will discuss how to express and or her job. Monday, June 4 document your health care, personal and legal wishes. 5–7:30 p.m. | Register by May 28 Hosted by the Care Solutions Network of Dunn County; Auditorium, Luther Campus, hospital co-supported by Mayo Clinic Health System. entrance, Mayo Clinic Health System Osseo Tuesday, June 5 Barron American Red Cross Blood Drive 5–7:30 p.m. | Register by May 29 Monday, May 7 Conference Room A, Mayo Clinic Health Noon–6 p.m. System Barron Area Community Center, Donating blood is a simple thing to do, but it can 800 Memorial Drive make a big difference in the lives of others. If you can, Free Eau Claire please give. To register: Search the Classes & Events Wednesday, June 27 page at mayoclinichealthsystem.org or call 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m. 1-866-375-7464 (toll-free). Education Center, Luther Campus, hospital entrance, Mayo Clinic Health System Menomonie Grief, Loss and New Beginnings Eau Claire Thursday, June 7, and Monday, Aug. 6 Monday, June 18 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 6:30–8:30 p.m. Education Center, Mayo Clinic Health System The death of a family member, significant other, Auditorium, Luther Campus, hospital relative or friend changes who we are. This program entrance, Mayo Clinic Health System Osseo Thursday, May 17, and Monday, July 2 examines transitions and what brings them about, the Free wisdom that comes from exploring our dark emotions 1–7 p.m. To register: Search the Classes & Events and relearning our world. Co-supported by University Osseo Evangelical Lutheran Church, page at mayoclinichealthsystem.org. 50351 Harmony St. of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Free To register: Go to redcross.org. Community Education | 4 5 | Community Education Eau Claire Half Moon Dragon Boat Festival Living Well with Chronic Altoona Saturday, Aug. 4 Thursdays, May 3–June 7 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Conditions 3–5:30 p.m. | Register by April 26 Half Moon Beach, 615 Randall St. Join the excitement, cheer on the paddlers, and River Pines & Prairie Pointe, support cancer-related services and charities in the Free This six-week workshop is for adults who have, or live 206 N. Willson Drive region, including Joshua's Camp, CVTC Wig Bank, with someone who has, a chronic condition, such as Free For information: Go to American Cancer Society and Albert J. and Judith A. diabetes, heart disease, arthritis or another long-term halfmoondragonboat.org. Go to adrcevents.org or call Dunlap Cancer Center at Mayo Clinic Health System. To register: problem. Learn about managing the condition to 715-839-4735. In addition to the dragon boat races, the festival will maintain an active and fulfilling life. Course requires include music, activities and food. Co-supported by a minimum of eight participants to be held. Co- Eau Claire Wednesdays, Aug. 8–Sept. 12 Hope In the Valley. supported by the County Aging and Disability Resource 5–7:30 p.m. | Register by Aug. 1 Center. Visit your local center's website for additional The Wellness Shack, 505 S. Dewey St. offerings. Suite 101 Altoona Healthy Living with Diabetes Wednesdays, May 2–June 13 Free 1–3:30 p.m. | Register by April 25 To register: Go to adrcevents.org or call This multiweek workshop is for people 18 and UW-Extension, 227 First St. W. 715-839-4735. Free older who have diabetes or prediabetes or live with someone who has diabetes. Learn about self- Menomonie To register: Go to adrcevents.org or call management in order to maintain an active and Wednesdays, May 2–June 6 715-839-4735. 4:30–7 p.m. | Register by April 25 fulfilling life. Topics include medications, sick days, North Conference Room, Mayo Clinic Health Menomonie monitoring blood sugar, and skin and foot care. Course System Fridays, May 4–June 15 requires a minimum of eight participants to be held. 9–11:30 a.m. | Register by April 27 Co-supported by the County Aging and Disability Free Education Center, Mayo Clinic Health System Resource Center. To register: Search the Classes & Events Free page at mayoclinichealthsystem.org or call 1-866-375-7464 (toll-free). To register: Search the Classes & Events page at mayoclinichealthsystem.org or call 1-866-375-7464 (toll-free). National Diabetes Prevention Barron Program Thursdays, starting May 3 7:30 a.m.—weigh-in Eau Claire Imagine Lecture 8–9 a.m.—class Thursday, Sept. 6 Register by April 30 7 – 8 p.m. Do you have prediabetes and want to reduce your risk Barron Area Community Center, Auditorium, Luther Campus, hospital Join Timothy J. Nelson, M.D., Ph.D., internationally- for developing Type 2 diabetes? Learn skills to make 800 Memorial Drive entrance, Mayo Clinic Health System recognized Mayo Clinic physician-scientist, for the healthy lifestyle changes. Class is open to adults with prediabetes and elevated body mass index. Must $20/yearlong program Free presentation "New Hearts For Old Problems." His research focuses on cardiovascular regeneration using meet class eligibility guidelines. Class meets weekly To register: Go online or call 1-866-375- To register: Search the Classes & Events bioengineered stem cells. for 16 weeks followed by bi-weekly and then monthly 7464 (toll-free). You will be contacted to page at mayoclinichealthsystem.org or call meetings for a one-year evidence-based program. determine eligibility. 715-464-3017 to reserve your seat. Eau Claire Joint PREP Steering Into the Skid Eau Claire Orthopedic Conference Room, Tuesday, May 1 (Patient Resource & Education Programs) Luther Campus, clinic entrance, 5:30–7:30 p.m. | Register by April 23 Join us for a one-act play that showcases the ups and Mayo Clinic Health System Bethesda Lutheran Church, downs of a caregiving relationship. Come to know Tim 123 W. Hamilton Ave. Is joint pain slowing you down? Are you considering Free and Amanda, and bear witness to the early progression a joint replacement? Learn how to get moving again. Free To register: Call 715-838-6161. of dementia. Event includes light dinner, the play and Discuss the benefits and risks of joint replacement To register: Search the Classes & Events discussion about memory loss. Co-supported by the Hip replacement: Offered twice a month surgery. page at mayoclinichealthsystem.org or call County Aging and Disability Resource Center. Knee replacement: Offered twice a month 715-839-4735. Shoulder replacement: Offered once a month Community Education | 6 7 | Community Education Eau Claire Stepping On: Fall Prevention Class "The Kids Menu" Eau Claire Wednesdays, July 25–Sept. 5 Documentary Screening Thursday, May 24 9–11 a.m.