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Deaconess-Nashoba Hospital

Fall 2001 Calendar of Events

Rhoads Lecture Series
Challenges to Creating Safe, Disciplined, and Drug-Free Schools and Communities
Guest Speaker William Modzeleski, director of the US Department of Education’s Safe and Drug Free Schools Program
Monday, October 29, 7:00pm, Groton Performing Arts Center
Deaconess-Nashoba Hospital and the Groton Dunstable Alliance for Youth co-sponsor this year’s Rhoads Lecture Series
It has become increasingly clear that today’s youth are continually at risk for engaging in unhealthy behaviors that can impact their lives. Alcohol and other drug use are on the rise, harassment and violence continue to make headlines, and teenage depression and suicide risk are ever present. It is clear these actions are not only seen in “troubled youth,” but in children from all walks of life. They need support, education and information to engage in healthy behavior.

It takes a concerted and integrated effort by all community members to effectively make a difference in the lives of its youth. Mr. Modzeleski will address the importance of community and school-based initiatives in creating healthy lifestyles and the varied challenges to creating safe, disciplined, and drug-free environments. He will discuss the challenges faced in addressing risky behavior and the important role everyone must play in making a positive difference in the future of our children.

Mr. Modzeleski’s experience includes:

Serving as the executive director of the National Commission of Drug-Free Schools, established by Congress
Serving on the Attorney General’s Task Force on Family Violence, President’s Child Safety Partnership, and the White House’s Conference for a Drug-Free America.
He has over 25 years experience in local and federal criminal and juvenile justice areas designing and developing drug and alcohol and violence prevention programs and activities for schools.
Representing the Department of Education on several committees including the White House Conference on Youth, Drugs, and Violence.
Leading a delegation of health providers to Oklahoma City to assist public schools cope with the psychological effects of the bombing.
Bachelors degree in political science from the University of Bridgeport and masters degree in public health from CW Post College

The Rhoads Lecture Series honors the dedication and community leadership of friends of the hospital, Richard and Margaret Rhoads, formerly of Groton.
Please call (978) 784-9289 to register.

Screenings
Prostate Cancer Screening
Thursday, September 27, 9am-12 noon, Deaconess-Nashoba Hospital Oncology Clinic
Free for men over 50. This screening should not take the place of a routine, complete check-up with your primary care physician. PSA test is optional. Conducted by Dr. Amin Rathore, urologist. Please call 978-784-9289 to schedule an appointment.

Mammogram Screening
Thursday, October 11, Women’s Imaging Center at Deaconess-Nashoba Hospital
To heighten awareness about breast cancer and to make care more accessible, the hospital and MOC ProHealth are teaming up to provide free mammograms for uninsured and underinsured women. Limited time slots are available. Please call Kate Hart at (978) 343-6259 for screening appointments and to see if you qualify.

Flu Clinic
Tuesday, November 12, 4-5pm, Founders Room
The hospital partners with Nashoba Nursing Service and Hospice to offer free flu immunizations. Recommended for those over 50. Supplies are limited. Please call 978-784-9289 to register.

The Challenges of Children and Adolescents Series
You Can’t Win or Can You? - Negotiating the Adolescent Years
Wednesday, September 19, 7-9pm, Founders Room
Any parent knows that adolescence can be a trying time. You will learn the hallmarks of adolescent development including separation from family of origin, realizing strengths and weaknesses, capacity for intimacy and mastery of impulses. Learn hints and strategies for negotiating with your teen to assist in successfully launching your adolescent into adulthood. Presented by Dr. Steven Michelson, clinical psychologist. Free. To register, please call (978) 772-4457 x22.

Mothering Peter Pan
Wednesday, October 24, 7-9pm, Founders Room
Mothers raising children who are considered difficult or have attention deficit disorder experience more stress and negative emotions than the average mom does. She is also often isolated from peers and criticized by family, friends and strangers due to her child’s difficult nature and behavior. Come and learn how to explore the unique needs of mothers raising difficult children ages three to seven, and connect with those dealing with the same day-to-day challenges of motherhood as you are. Presented by Donna Shea, mental health assistant. Free. To register, please call (978) 772-4457 x22.

Non-verbal Learning Disabilities
Wednesday, November 7, 7-9pm, Founders Room
Children with non-verbal learning disabilities (NLD) are under-recognized and poorly understood. NLD causes problems in the development of motor, visual, spatial, organizational and social skills. Because these children have such strong verbal skills, their significant challenges often go undetected. Find out the signs of NLD, how it is diagnosed, and strategies on dealing with it. Presented by Brian Iandoli, Psy.D. Free. To register, please call (978) 772-4457 x22.

Workshops and Lectures
Eating Disorders- Signs and Symptoms
Wednesday, October 3, 6-7pm
Youngsters deal with many outside influences, including peer pressure and the media that portray the image that it is good to be thin and thin is healthy. Children are suffering from negative body images and engaging in unhealthy behaviors. This program is aimed to help parents, coaches, teachers and anyone else who works with children understand eating disorders, what the signs and symptoms are, and what can be done to help someone who you think is anorexic or bulimic. Children will also benefit from this program. Presented by Chris Bechara, MD, family practitioner. Free. To register, please call 978-784-9289.

Can Type 2 Diabetes Be Prevented?
November is American Diabetes Month. Celebrate with a Brunch and Lecture
Sunday, November 18, 12:30-3pm, Founders Room
If you have one blood relative with Type 2 diabetes, your chances of developing it are increased. Find out what those chances are and what you can do about them in this free lecture offered by the hospital’s Joslin Clinic. Presented by Andrea Hebert, RD, Joslin Clinic dietician and Judith Pentedemos, RN, Joslin Clinic diabetes educator.
To register, please call (978) 784-9534.

Apple Valley’s Monthly Alzheimer’s and Dementia Workshops
Held monthly at Apple Valley Nursing & Rehab Center
Each interactive workshop addresses issues pertaining to the caregiver of an individual with memory loss. Facilitator: Gary Davis, Alzheimer’s Program Director at Apple Valley, 400 Groton Road, Ayer. Free and open to the community. Please call Gary Davis at (978) 772-1704 for more information.

Healthy Breakfast Forums
Sponsored by Apple Valley Nursing & Rehab Center and Deaconess-Nashoba Hospital
LASIK Eye Surgery: Enjoy Reduced Dependency on Corrective Lenses
Thursday, September 20, 2001, 9:30-11:00am continental breakfast and presentation
Speaker: Dr. Tad Baum, ophthalmologist
Apple Valley Nursing & Rehab Center, 400 Groton Road, Ayer, MA
Free. Call (978) 772-1704 to register.

Five Wishes: Assistance in Providing Direction to Family Members and Doctors, in Advance, on How You Want to be Treated
Thursday, November 15, 2001, 9:30-11:00am continental breakfast and presentation
Speaker: Patty Keane, social worker/director of the Respite Companion Care Program at the Chelmsford Senior Center
Apple Valley Nursing & Rehab Center, 400 Groton Road, Ayer, MA
Free. Call (978) 772-1704 to register.

Classes
Strength Training for Seniors
Thursday, October 18, 9-10am, Founders Room
Learn the benefits of exercise and proper techniques in doing so. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Sponsored by the physical therapy department. Free. Please call 978-784-9289 to register.

Babysitter Training
Saturday, October 13, and Saturday, October 20, 9 a.m.-12 noon, breakfast provided or
Saturday, November 17, 9 a.m-3 p.m., lunch provided or
Saturday, January 12, 9 a.m-3 p.m., lunch provided
Founders Room
For boys and girls in the 6th grade and older, this nursing-supervised course covers safety issues, care and handling of infants, and babysitter ethics. Fee: $20. Advanced registration required. Please call (978) 784-9289.

Childbirth Education
A 6-week course covering everything from breathing techniques, including the Lamaze method, through the phases and stages of labor and delivery (including Cesarean section), and post-partum. Refresher classes also offered. Instructor: Reilly Hutchinson, ICEA certified. Please call (978) 448-6463.

Weight Watchers Program
The hospital is holding a Weight Watchers Community Workshop for those interested in losing weight and staying healthy. A representative from Weight Watchers instructs this 12-week prepaid program. The cost of $130 includes weigh-ins and meetings. Please call (978) 784-9289 for dates.

Heartsaver Adult CPR Course
Saturday, October 27, 9am-3pm, Founders Room
This course consists of one-rescuer CPR and foreign body airway obstruction management for adults. The course will consist of lectures and practice on mannequins. Upon completion of this course, students will receive a course-attendance card.

Our CPR courses follow the guidelines and recommendations of the American Heart Association. Look for our Heartsaver Pediatric CPR Course to be offered in the spring. Advanced registration and payment are required. Cost: $35 (with a study guide). To register, please call (978) 784-9289.

EMT Basic Course
Classes start in January
Cost $600 (includes classes, labs, textbook, stethoscope, blood pressure cuff and facemask). Prerequisite: 18 years of age or older and AHA Heartsaver Provider Level CPR or equivalent. For information and application, call Teri Sears, EMS coordinator (978) 784-9244. Non-refundable $100 is due with application, balance is due the first class. Please make checks payable to N.V.E.M.S. Inc.

Support Groups
Alcoholics Anonymous
•Weekly, Saturday, 7 p.m., Conference Room B

Arthritis Support Group
• Monthly, 3rd Wednesday, 10:15 a.m., Founders Room
Advisors: Kara LeSiege
Please call for more information: (978) 784-9350

Breast Cancer Support Group
• Monthly, 1st Thursday, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Conference Room B
Facilitator: Nancy Shepard, LICSW
Please call for more information: (978) 784-9255

Cancer Support Group
• Monthly, 3rd Thursday, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Conference Room B
Facilitator: Barbara Davison, R.N.
Please call for more information: (978) 784-9255

Lyme Disease
• Monthly, last Sunday, 7 p.m., Founders Room
Please call Dawn Paradis for more information: (978) 587-2726

Sponsored by the Deaconess-Nashoba Hospital Auxiliary
Safe Medication Use in the Elderly
Robert L. McCarthy, R.Ph., PhD. Professor of Pharmacy Administration Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Services Thursday, October 11
10:15am Founders Room
Speaker and Luncheon ($5) Please call 978-784-9209 to register.

Greens Sale
Saturday, December 1, 10am-2pm
Congregational Church, Main Street, Groton

Physician Referral Line (978) 784-9257

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