Cancer Support Lectures in November
These lunchtime seminars, part of the "All About Living Lecture Series," offer participants the convenience of the lunch hour to gain practical information for managing cancer. The FREE seminars include a box lunch for pre-registered participants. Space is limited.
Tuesdays, November 11, 18, and 25, noon
Hederman Cancer Center
No Cost
To register, call 601-948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262.
In the Desert, but Not Alone
This seminar, sponsored by Baptist Adult Day Health Services and First Baptist-
Jackson Summit Counseling, is designed to help caregivers cope with the constant demands on their lives. Presenters include Molly Meeks, M.S., N.C.C., and Andy Wimberly, President and C.E.O. of Wimberly & Associates. A free continental breakfast will be served at 8:15 a.m., and the conference will begin at 9 a.m. Social work continuing education units (SWUs) have been applied for through the National Association of Social Workers.
Thursday, November 6, 9 a.m.
First Baptist Church, Fellowship Hall East
FREE for caregivers; $40 for social workers applying for SWUs
To register, call 601-948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262.
Bless This Stress
Is it possible to juggle your children, your home, your career, your car pool—and your sanity? Yes! Find out how to manage your life and reduce your stress in this free seminar featuring OB/GYN Valerie Short, M.D., of OB-GYN Associates, and clinical psychologist Bufkin Moore, Psy.D.
Tuesday, November 11, 6 p.m.
Colonnades Medical Office Building
No Cost
To register, call 601-948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262.
Nip It in the Bud: You Can Prevent Diabetes
Is it possible to delay or even prevent Type 2 diabetes? Yes it is, according to the American Diabetes Association. Join professionals from Baptist’s Diabetes Learning Center for this free seminar, where you’ll learn how you can prevent this incurable disease through good food choices and physical activity. You’ll also receive a free glucose screening (nonfasting) while supplies last.
Tuesday, November 11, Baptist Madison Campus
Thursday, November 13, Baptist Healthplex-Clinton
11:45 a.m
To register, call 601-948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262.
Cash In on the Changes of Life
Midlife changes—kids leaving home, career and body changes, and marital complexities—can often lead to grief, anxiety, and depression. Join us as OB/GYN Virginia Jones, M.D., and clinical psychologist Bufkin Moore, Psy.D., discuss these changes, teach us how to avoid these difficulties, and view this season of life as an opportunity for growth.
Friday, November 14, 11:45 a.m.
Baptist Madison Campus
Optional $5 per person for lunch
To register, call 601-948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262.
ON-GOING SUPPORT MEETINGS:
Free Caregivers Support Group Held at Baptist Adult Day in Clinton
Baptist Adult Day Health Services and the Alzheimer’s Association will host an Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting the third Tuesday of each month from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. The meetings are free and will be held in the conference room next to Baptist Adult Day Health Services-Clinton at 503 E. Northside Drive. For more information contact Baptist Adult Day Health Services at 601-926-1222
Baptist Hosts Free Creative Arts Program for Cancer Patients
Editors please NOTE NEW dates for ART THERAPY FOR CANCER PATIENTS
Baptist Cancer Services offers a creative arts program, including knitting, and art therapy for cancer patients at no cost. All events take place in the Hederman Cancer Center. Call the Baptist Health Line to register at 1-800-948-6262 or 601-948-6262.
* "Knit Together" is held every third Tuesday of the month at noon.
* "Art Therapy" will be held at noon each Wednesday
Free Cancer Support Group - HOPE (Helping Others Providing Empathy)
Editors please remove this support group from your calendars until further notice. Thank you.
Baptist Offers Free Cancer Rehab Classes
Baptist's Cancer Rehab Program is offered Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2:00 p.m. every week at no cost in the Activity Room of the Hederman Cancer Center, 1227 North State Street, Jackson, Miss. To register, call the Baptist Health Line at 1-800-948-6262 or 601-948-6262. The class helps cancer patients enhance cardiovascular strength and endurance and immune system and bone density. It helps to increase overall strength and stamina, decrease fatigue, weight loss and improve digestion.
Diabetes Support Group
The Diabetes Support group meets the first Thursday of the month at 10:00 a.m. in Suite 410 of the Medical Arts Building West on State Street. To register, call the Baptist Health Line at 601-948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262.
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