Deaconess-Glover Hospital

Life Saving Courses
Blood Drive
Women and Wellness
Health and Wellness Information Series
Wellness Programs
Directions

Life Saving Courses

CPR Training
All classes take place in the Dickerson Room at Deaconess-Glover Hospital. Tuition is $30 per class. Reservations are necessary. Call 781-453-5717 for information and reservations

Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR Recertification for Health Care Providers
The BLS Health Care Provider Course provides participants with a review of CPR skills for victims of all ages (including ventilation with a barrier device, a bag-mask device and oxygen) and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (FBAO). It is intended for participants who provide heath care to patients in a wide variety of settings, including in-hospital and out-of-hospital. For certified or non-certified, licensed or non-licensed health care professionals. To receive a course completion card, participants must pass a written and skills-based exam.

Thursday, February 7 6:30 p.m
Thursday, July 18 6:30 p.m.

HeartSaver CPR for Infants & Children
Heartsaver CPR teaches lay rescuers how to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, including cardiac arrest and choking for children and infant victims. Students also learn to recognize the warning signs of breathing difficulties in children. Heartsaver CPR for Infants and Children also teaches CPR and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction for infants (birth to 1 year of age) and children (1 year to 8 years of age). A written/skills exam is required to receive a course completion card.

Thursday, January 10 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 14 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, August 22 6:30 p.m.

CPR For Family and Friends (Adult)
The CPR for Family and Friends course teaches rescuers skills in CPR and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction. It presents information about the AHA adult Chain of Survival and signs of heart attack, cardiac arrest, stroke and choking in adults. All lay rescuers, such as school children, family members of patients at risk for sudden cardiac death and other laypersons who want to learn rescue skills for loved ones are encouraged to attend. There is no written/skills exam required.

Thursday, April 11 6:30 p.m.

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Blood Drive

American Red Cross Blood Drive
Only a fraction of those who can donate blood actually give. Virtually all of us will need blood at some time in our lives, often unexpectedly. The American Red Cross, in partnership with Deaconess-Glover Hospital, provides the opportunity to give blood to help others in times of need. Blood drives take place in the Dickerson Room at Deaconess-Glover Hospital. Potential donors should call 781-453-3891 for an appointment.

Thursday, May 30 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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Women and Wellness

Women and Wellness Education
Deaconess-Glover Hospital, the Charles River Family YMCA and HealthFit present, Women and Wellness, an health education and preventive health screening series for women of all ages. All programs are offered free of charge, and take place either at Deaconess-Glover Hospital, 148 Chestnut Street, Needham, the Charles River Family YMCA (863 Great Plain Avenue or 380 Chestnut Street), Needham or HealthFit, 73 Chestnut Street, Needham. For further information and to RSVP for any program, please call the phone number associated with each respective program listing.

The Resolution Solution
Tuesday, January 8 at 7:00 p.m.
Jan Pararas
YMCA Fitness Director/Aerobics Coordinator
If there's one virtual certainty about New Year's resolutions, it's that resolutions made in January almost always fail by February. Can you break this cycle? Learn how to identify the factors that result in failed resolutions as well as the elements that can help you to succeed. By making realistic resolutions, you can improve your quality of life and find your personal resolution solution.
YMCA Active Family Center, 380 Chestnut Street, Needham
For reservations, call 781-453-3891

Women's Heart Health
Wednesday, February 13 at 7:00 p.m.
Meena Sundaram, M.D.
Board-Certified Cardiologist
Heart disease is the number one killer of American women. This lecture will explore the special risks that women of all ages must face.
Dickerson Room at Deaconess-Glover Hospital
148 Chestnut Street, Needham
For reservations, call 781-453-3891

Incontinence
Thursday, March 14 at 7:00 p.m.
Karen Hubley, R.N.
Incontinence Nurse Specialist
Incontinence is a sensitive, individual matter. The medical and social issues surrounding incontinence are legion. This presentation will explore the causes of incontinence, the people who are primarily affected by different types of incontinence and what is being done with advances in medicine to move towards a cure for all types of incontinence.
Dickerson Room at Deaconess-Glover Hospital
148 Chestnut Street, Needham
For reservations, call 781-453-3891

Bone Density Screening & Women's Health Exposition
Thursday, April 4, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
A bone density test is a simple, 5-minute diagnostic screening test used to evaluate the probability of low mineral bone density. This test will be offered as part of a larger exposition featuring exhibits and other health screening programs. No appointments are necessary.
Dickerson Room at Deaconess-Glover Hospital
148 Chestnut Street, Needham
No reservations are necessary

Women's Athletic Injuries
May 15 at 7:00 p.m.
Renee Lauritzen, M.D.
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
Social and cultural barriers have limited women's involvement in sports, leaving them vulnerable to injury when they take up physical activity. Women are more likely than men to incur a variety of injuries due to body structure, bone size, joint strength and other factors. Dr. Lauritzen will explore the types of injuries that commonly affect women athletes, and discuss effective preventive measures.
Dickerson Room at Deaconess-Glover Hospital
148 Chestnut Street, Needham
For reservations, call 781-453-3891

A Menu for Healthy Eating
June 5 at 7:00 p.m.
Katie Cavuto
Nutritionist and Chef
Breast cancer. Osteoporosis. Iron deficiency. Weight reduction. What do they have in common? They are either unique, or are more prevalent, in women. They also affect dietary health recommendations. While information on what's good and what's bad seems to surface almost daily, basic guidelines and sound strategies will be explored in this informative presentation.
Dickerson Room at Deaconess-Glover Hospital
148 Chestnut Street, Needham
For reservations, call 781-453-3891

Women and Wellness-Fitness and Exercise

At HealthFit
Throughout the year, Women and Wellness provides four-week exercise education programs at HealthFit. Pre-registration is required. Call 781-449-2332 to register, or for more information.

Living Well with Diabetes
Exercise is important to manage diabetes and should be undertaken with the guidance of professionals. Learn how to exercise safely and feel better everyday. One-hour classes:
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:00 p.m. Begins: 1/8/02, 2/5/02, 3/5/02, 4/2/02, 5/7/02

Osteoporosis: Building Strength for Treatment & Prevention
Keep your bones strong with this low weight-high repetition program. It is never too late to start
strengthening. One-hour classes, Mondays and Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m. Begins: 1/7/02, 3/4/02 and 5/6/02

Living Well with Arthritis
Do you suffer from osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis or degenerative joint disease? Learn how to maintain range of motion with flexibility exercise and protect your joints by increasing strength and stability. One-hour classes: Mondays and Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m. Begins: 2/4/02 and 4/1/02

Weight Management for Young Women Ages 13 - 18
Help control your weight through exercise and nutrition education. Six-week program. Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. Begins: 1/8/02, 3/5/02 and 5/7/02

At the Charles River Family YMCA
The Charles River Family YMCA provides programs of special interest to women as part of the Women and Wellness series. The programs listed below are free of charge. Pre-registration is required. Call 781-444-6400 to register.

Women's Self-Defense
Instructor Colleen Parnell of the Needham Martial Arts Center will present a straight forward, hands-on workshop on basic self-defense for women. Programs will take place on the following dates:
Wednesday, February 13, 2002
Wednesday, April 10, 2002
Wednesday, May 8, 2002
All programs will take place from 8:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the YMCA Active Family Center, 380 Chestnut Street in Needham.

Joint Venture
Using the YMCA's pool, this program is focused upon those who suffer from arthritis. This program helps improve flexibility by using buoyancy and water resistance. Programs will take place on the following dates, both Mondays and Wednesdays, from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. at the YMCA Pool Facility, 863 Great Plain Avenue in Needham:
February dates: 2/4/02, 2/6/02, 2/11/02, 2/13/02, 2/18/02, 2/20/02, 2/25/02 and 2/27/02
April dates: 4/1/02, 4/3/02, 4/8/02, 4/10/02, 4/15/02, 4/17/02, 4/22/02, 4/24/02 and 4/29/02.

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Health & Wellness Information Series
Health and Wellness information presentations take place throughout Needham and neighboring communities

Tuesday, January 15 1 p.m. Needham Senior Center, 83 Pickering Street, Needham
Hearing Your Best
Dayna Weinstein, M.S., CCC-A

Friday, January 25 Noon Westwood Senior Center, 210 Nahatan Street, Westwood
Eye Care for Seniors
George Frangieh, M.D.
Board-certified Ophthalmologist

Tuesday, January 29 11 a.m. Dover Council on Aging, Dover Town Hall, Dover
Acupuncture
Rama Rao, M.D., LICAC, MaAc

Thursday, February 14 12:30 p.m. Pilgrim Church, Route 27, Sherborn
Heart Healthy Living
Sangeeta Pradhan, R.D.

Friday, February 15 10:30 a.m. Wellesley Council on Aging, 219 Washington Street, Wellesley
Acupuncture
Rama Rao, M.D., LICAC, MaAc

Thursday, February 28 1:00 p.m. Needham Senior Center, 83 Pickering Street, Needham
Hearing Screening
Dayna Weinstein, M.D., CCC-A

Friday, March 8 Noon Westwood Senior Center, 210 Nahatan Street, Westwood
Acupuncture
Rama Rao, M.D., LICAC, MaAc

Tuesday, March 19 1 p.m. Needham Senior Center, 83 Pickering Street, Needham
Relief for the Feet
Daniel Rutowicz, D.P.M.

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Wellness Programs

Smoking Cessation: Freedom From Smoking
Deaconess-Glover Hospital offers a six-week, American Lung Association-approved, smoking cessation course emphasizing long-term smoking cessation by using a step-by-step method to change smoking-related behavior. Classes meet from 6 - 7:30 p.m. in Conference Room A at Deaconess-Glover Hospital. Freedom from Smoking is offered as a Wellness Benefit for members of Tufts Health Plans. Blue Cross/Blue Shield members receive a 10% discount. Tuition for all other participants is $75. Reservations are required. Call 781-453-3891.

Upcoming Freedom from Smoking programs:
Wednesday, April 3, 10, 17, 23, 25 and May 1

Fitness: Charles River Walking Club
Co-sponsored by Deaconess-Glover Hospital and the Recreation Departments of Needham, Dedham, Dover, Medfield, Wellesley and Westwood, the Charles River Walking Club is devoted to the promotion of fitness walking and other heart healthy pursuits. The club emphasizes non-competitive exercise as a way to build cardiovascular fitness. Activities are for all ages. Benefits include a bi-monthly newsletter, incentive awards, discounts at area health and fitness centers and retail as well as dining establishments. Special events are scheduled for club members. An experienced fitness expert leads group walks. Corporate and group memberships are available. For information, call Executive Director Susan Hughes at 508-653-8856.

Wellness: Community Wellness Collaborative
The Community Wellness Collaborative is a Deaconess-Glover Hospital-sponsored organization composed of Needham residents and representatives from Needham-based organizations and agencies. The CWC seeks to build a shared understanding of personal wellness and community wellness, and ensure that everyone who lives or works in Needham has knowledge of, access to and capacity to use community resources to achieve personal wellness. The CWC has developed Healthy Needham 2000, an initiative designed to motivate members to make positive, wellness-inspired lifestyle changes. For more information on how you can get involved in Healthy Needham 2000 and/or with the Community Wellness Collaborative, call the Community Relations Department at Deaconess-Glover Hospital at 781-453-3891

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Directions

From the North, West and East:
Take Route 128 South to Exit 19B. Proceed on Highland Avenue for approximately 1.5 miles. Bear right onto Chapel Street. Cross Great Plain Avenue onto Chestnut Street. Follow Chestnut Street for two blocks. Deaconess-Glover Hospital is on the left, past the Fire Station and the intersection with School Street.

From the South:
Take Route 128 to Exit 17. Turn right onto Route 135. Proceed approximately 1.6 miles along Dedham Avenue (Route 135). Bear left onto School Street and follow to end at Chestnut Street. Deaconess-Glover Hospital is on the left.

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Directions:
From the North, West and East:
Take Route 128 South to Exit 19B. Proceed on Highland Avenue for approximately 1.5 miles. Bear right onto Chapel Street. Cross Great Plain Avenue onto Chestnut Street. Follow Chestnut Street for two blocks. Deaconess-Glover Hospital is on the left, past the Fire Station and the intersection with School Street.

From the South:
Take Route 128 to Exit 17. Turn right onto Route 135. Proceed approximately 1.6 miles along Dedham Avenue (Route 135). Bear left onto School Street and follow to end at Chestnut Street. Deaconess-Glover Hospital is on the left.

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