Classes & Events


Outpatient Diabetes Education Program (765) 646-8178 Diabetes self-care survival skills, instruction provided by Saint John's educators. A physician's order will be needed.	By Appointment

Grief Support Group (765) 646-8834 Those who have completed the Saint John’s Hospice Grief Workshops are invited to attend a "graduate" grief support group. The group meets on the third Tuesday of each month at the Education Center, 1912 Jackson Street, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call 646-8334.	Call for more information.

Childbirth Preparation Class (765) 646-8117 Saint John’s Birthing Center offers a free six-week course designed to prepare couples for the childbirth experience. Relaxation, breathing and concentration techniques are taught to enhance the labor and delivery process. Course runs from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Saint John’s Birthing Center Education Center. For more information, call 646-8117.	Call for class dates.

Cesarean Section Classes (765) 646-8117 The Cesarean Section Class will help prepare the patient and family for a Cesarean Section, including pre-and post-operative expectations. Please call the Saint John’s Birthing Center to schedule a class at 646-8117.	By Appointment.

Sibling Class (765) 646-8117 The Birthing Center of Saint John's offers a sibling class for new brothers and sisters. The class includes a tour of the birthing center, a video about newborn characteristics, and information about what to expect when Mom comes home with baby. Siblings should be at least 3 years old and are encouraged to bring their own doll or stuffed animal so they can practice diapering skills. Class is from 6-7 p.m. For more information, call 646-8117.	Call for class dates.

Breastfeeding Class (765) 646-8117 Class covers various breastfeeding topics, including getting started, what to do when you have to be away, and how to add solid food to baby's diet. Class is held at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 646-8117.	Call for class dates.

Anger Control Group to Begin September 1 (765) 644-1414 The Anderson Center will be offering an 8-week Anger Control Group beginning September 1 at 5 p.m. Jeffrey Valerio, LCSW, a specialist in anger control and domestic violence, will facilitate the group. The group is open to individuals age 18 and over whose lives are negatively affected by their anger issues. These issues include but are not limited to road rage, anger issues with work, and domestic violence. Anger issues can impair relations with family members and diminish how an individual feels about themselves. Adults with unresolved anger issues will often treat others poorly. This is especially detrimental to those with children; they can damage the self-esteem of the children through their actions and verbal insults. Valerio will focus on determining and understanding the underlying cause of the anger and then on managing, preventing, and controlling that anger. Other areas that will be covered are gaining understanding of what triggers one's anger and changing one's way of thinking. To register for the anger control group, call the Anderson Center at 765-644-1414.	September 1

Saint John's Hospice Offers Grief Workshop for Children (765) 646-8334 Saint John's Hospice is presenting a workshop series for children dealing with grief. "When Someone Very Special Dies" is a program for children, ages 5 to 12. It is designed to help children recognize and express feelings of grief, encourage open communication, and dispel any misconceptions they may have about the death of a loved one. The six-week course uses stories, activities, and coloring to help children begin coping with the loss. Each child will complete a memory book that will be his or hers to keep. There is no fee for this program. Participants must register by Jan. 28 by calling Judy Jackson at Saint John’s Hospice, 646-8334. The series will meet at Saint John's Medical Center on Tuesdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. beginning Feb. 2. Parents are welcome to attend a parent’s support group that will meet at the same time.	Register by Jan. 28. Workshop begins Feb. 2.

Addiction "The Family Disease" Lunch and Learn (765) 646-8444 Steve Creel, LCSW, will discuss addiction and the effects on the family at the free November 18 Lunch and Learn program. The Lunch and Learn program will take place noon to 12:50 p.m. at the Anderson Center Auditorium, 2210 Jackson Street. Lunch is provided and discussion time will follow the presentation. To register for this free program, call the Anderson Center at (765) 646-8444.	November 18

Saint John's on 1240AM WHBU October 13 Representatives from the Carl D. Erskine Rehabilitation Center will be the guest on WHBU from 7 - 8 a.m. discussing their Low Vision Rehabilitation Program.	October 13

Saint John's on 1240AM WHBU Anita Razor from the Saint John's Birthing Center will be the guest on WHBU from 7 - 8 a.m. discussing SIDs education.	October 20