The Health calendar is published weekly. Information to be included can be mailed to the Record-Eagle, P.O. Box 632, Traverse City, MI 49685; faxed to 946-8632; e-mailed to gmurray@record-eagle.com or delivered to: 120 W. Front St. Traverse City.
MICHIGAN COMMUNITY BLOOD CENTER
Acme, 3-7 p.m. April 10, Holiday Shopper, US-31 S. & Bunker Hill Road, bus.
Fife Lake, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. April 9, Forest Area School, 7741 Shippy Road.
Frankfort, 1:30-6:30 p.m. April 3, Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital, 224 Park Ave.
Kalkaska, 2-6 p.m. April 10, Kalkaska Memorial Health Center, 419 S. Coral.
Lake Ann, 2-7 p.m. April 7, Lake Ann United Methodist Education Center, First St.
Manistee, 12:30-4:30 p.m. April 3 & April 10, West Shore Outreach Lab, 332 First St.
Suttons Bay, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. April 4, Suttons Bay Area Public Library, 416 Front St., bus.
Traverse City, 3-7 p.m. April 7, First Christian Church, 3686 S. Airport Road; 8 a.m.-noon April 8, Disability determination Services, 315 E. Front St., bus; noon-6 p.m. April 9, Northwestern Michigan College Health & Science Bldg., 1701 E. Front St.,
The Blood Center, 2575 Aero Park Drive, TC; 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to noon first Saturday of each month.
AMERICAN RED CROSS
Alpena, 11:30 a.m.-5:15 p.m. April 9, First United Methodist Church, 167 Ripley.
Bellaire, noon-5:45 p.m. April 10, St. Luke's Catholic Church, 3038 South M-88.
East Jordan, noon-5:45 p.m. April 8, East Jordan Civic Center, 101 Civic Center Lane.
Petoskey, noon-5:45 p.m. April 4, 1-6:45 p.m. April 14, Red Cross, 2350 Mitchell Park Dr.
Traverse City, 1-6:45 p.m. April 14 Elks Lodge, 323, 625 Bay St.
AMERICAN RED CROSS WEST SHORE
Ludington, noon-6 p.m. April 3, City Hall; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 18, Memorial Medical Center.
Manistee, noon-6 p.m. April 9, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.
FREE CLINICS/SCREENINGS
AuSable Free Clinic, 1250 E. Michigan Ave., Building D, Grayling, (989) 348-3311.
Cadillac Community Clinic, 5-7:30 p.m. each Wednesday, 521 Cobbs St.; free health clinic providing limited diagnostic and treatment services to those who have no health insurance and are unable to pay for health care; assistance with free or low-cost medications through Medication Access Program for individuals lacking insurance; 876-7818.
Free Sugar and Blood Pressure Screenings through Mercy Hospital Grayling, call (989) 348-0455.
Pregnancy Care Center, 121 S. Garfield, Suite C, TC: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday; after-hour appointments available, free pregnancy testing and confirmation, resources and referrals available, free ultrasound to qualifying women in a safe, private, compassionate setting. Walk-ins welcome. 929-3488 or www.know4sure.org.
EVENTS
Tri-County Coalition for the Prevention of Child abuse and Neglect "Day of the Young Child," 10 a.m. April 26 City Opera House, TC planned activity day for children.
Tri-County Coalition for the Prevention of Child abuse and Neglect Candlelight Vigil, 6:30 p.m. April 27, Grand Traverse County Courthouse, Boardman Ave., TC; Linda Wood, 929-4166 or 342-4641.
"Pie for a Cure," Grand Traverse Pie Company, TC, donating 50 cents of every 9-inch pie sold through Mother's Day to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research Fund, 922-7437.
Free Tax Preparation Services, for those with low-to-moderate income, including seniors, persons with disabilities or limited-English proficiency, Northwest Michigan Human Services Agency offices in Traverse City, Cadillac and Petoskey, Goodwill Industries and Michigan Works offices in Traverse City, local Commission on Aging and several Michigan department of Human Services offices in the area, (800) 632-7334 or 922-4688.
Seventh Annual Festival of Tables, May 9 & 10, The Mercato at Grand Traverse Commons, Tickets $100 for preview/$50 for luncheon with proceeds benefitting Child and Family Services of Northwestern Michigan; www.FestivalofTables.org.
2008 Christopher & Banks MS Walk, 9 a.m. June 26, Grand Traverse Civic Center; (248) 351-2190, ext. 210.
Seminars
Munson Regional EMS "Family and Friends CPR Class, 5-7:30 p.m. April 8 or April 17, 3644 US-31 S; for those who want to learn CPR but do not need a course completion card; $5, 935-7841.
Credit & Credit Repair Financial Fitness Workshop, 6-8 p.m. April 15, Northwest Michigan Human Services Agency, 3963 Three Mile Road, TC; free, 947-3780.
PSA and Prostate Cancer Update, 6-7:30 p.m. April 17, Munson Medical Center, 1105 Sixth St., TC; Dr. Michael Harris presents a state-of-the-art update on PSA and prostate cancer, early detection and monitoring following treatment, free, 935-9265.
"Tell a Friend: About Women and Heart Disease," 1:30-2:30 p.m. April 22, Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave., TC; symptoms of heart disease, how symptoms may differ in women and importance of cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index and blood sugar numbers, free, 935-8565.
Dementia Caregiver Conference, 8:15 a.m.-4:15 p.m. April 23, Great Wolf Lodge, TC; sponsored by Catholic Human Services; $30 for general audience and AFC providers; $60 for nurses, social workers or those needing continuing education credits; registration deadline April 16; 929-7070.
MEETINGS
Hospice of Michigan Grief Support Group, 1-2:30 p.m. April 8, 932 N. Mitchell St., Cadillac, for anyone grieving a loss, free; 779-9570.
Fibromyalgia Support Group, 10 a.m.-noon April 12, Munson Medical Center Cafeteria Dining Room 2, 1105 Sixth St., TC; 938-1928 or 929-7969.
Caregiver Support Group, 7 p.m. April 21, The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster, TC; for those juggling careers, families and caring for elderly or ill family members; Rev. Becky Chamberlain, 946-5680.
American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Grand Traverse County Team Captain Meetings, 6-7:30 p.m. April 21 and May 19, Central United Methodist Church, 222 Cass St., TC; for those interested in participating in the June 7 event; www.relayforlife.org.
First AID/CPR TRAINING
AMERICAN RED CROSS
2350 Mitchell Park Drive, Petoskey; for details about classes or for those whose certification is set to expire and feel they can perform required skills without taking a class, call Tom Ritchie, 348-7666.
Blood-borne Pathogens: Preventing Disease Transmission, 8-10 p.m. April 17; 4-6 p.m. April 12.
Community CPR and First Aid Skills, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. April 12; 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. April 24.
CPR Skills for Adults, Children and Infants, 6-10 p.m. April 15.
First Aid Skills, 6-8 p.m. April 17.
American Red Cross of Northwest Michigan
735 S. Garfield Ave., Suite B-100, TC; for information or to register, call 947-7286.
Adult, Child and Infant CPR and First Aid, 5:30-10 p.m. April 15 and 5:30-9 p.m. April 17; 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. April 19; 5:30 -10 p.m. April 28 and 5:30-9 p.m. April 30; $55.
Adult CPR and First Aid, 9-3 p.m. April 10 and April 26; $50.
Adult, Child and Infant CPR-Re-certification; 9 a.m.-noon April 12; 9 a.m.-noon April 16, 5:30-8:30 p.m. April 21; $40.
AED Essentials (must possess a current CPR certification), 3:30-5:30 p.m. April 17; $15.
Babysitting Training, (ages 11-15) 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 26; noon-6 p.m. May 18, participants should bring a sack lunch; $30.
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Re-Certification, 1-4:30 p.m. May 10; $50.
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, (includes CPR mask), 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. April 24.
Pet First Aid, 9-11:30 a.m. May 10; $30.
SELF-HELP
Alcoholics Anonymous, AA hotline 946-8823.
Alcoholics Victorious, 8-9 p.m. Sundays, Benzie Community Drop-In Center, 76 Airport Road, Frankfort; contact Virgil P., Monday through Thursday through the Benzie Drop-In Center, 352-5052 or at 352-6301.
Dakoske/Phoenix Addiction Treatment Services, 940 East Eighth St., TC; for individuals or those with family members struggling with alcohol or drug problems; (800) 622-4810.
Dental Clinics North, partnership of local health departments, schedules dental appointments for low-income children and adults. Clinics accept Medicaid, Healthy Kids Dental, MI Child and Northern Dental Plan, locations in Traverse City, Manistee, Mancelona, East Jordan, Petoskey and Gaylord, (877) 321-7070.
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous, 6 p.m. Thursdays, 10 a.m. Saturdays, Munson Community Health Center Classroom G, 550 Munson Ave., TC; Heidi 929-3047.
Gamblers Anonymous of Frankfort, open meetings 6-7 p.m. Fridays, Frankfort United Methodist Church, 537 Crystal Ave., E-mail gafrankfort@yahoo.com or write P.O. Box 326, Frankfort, 49635. Contact numbers: 651-0251 or 882-2186; ask for Kim. Online support available at Yahoo groups, type in: gamblenomore2007, to access the link or e-mail gamblenomore2007@yahoogroups.com.
Healthy Choice Support Group, 11 a.m.-noon, fourth Monday of each month, Kando Island, 3003 Garfield Road, TC; for those wishing to improve their diet choices, includes swapping health recipes for diabetics; Jeremy Wolfe, 922-0903 or 645-4884.
LaLeche League, mother-to-mother breastfeeding support, alternate morning and evening meetings the third Tuesday of each month, Traverse Area District Library, 610 Woodmere Ave., TC; phone support available anytime; Jessica, 935-3077 or Nessa, 267-6201.
Laugh for the "Health" of it with Judy Sheffer, "Friday Night Laugh" 6-7 p.m. every Friday; "Saturday Funnies" 9-10 a.m. every Saturday with the exception of the first Saturday of each month when class is offered from 5-6 p.m.; sessions held at MIGUN of Northern Michigan, 1425 S. Airport Road, TC (behind Shell and Taco Bell); 929-8140.
Laughter Sessions, 4-5 p.m. first and third Sunday of each month, The Friendship Center, 201 Broadway, Suttons Bay, free, laugh to reduce stress sessions offered by Gail Robinson, a Dr. Madan Kataria Laughter Yoga Leader, 256-3477.
Meditation for Health and Healing, 10 a.m.-noon Sunday, Migun of Northern Michigan, 1425 S. Airport Road, TC; Christopher Niem Henley, doctor of Methaphysics, offers tips on relaxation and finding inner peace, donation requested; 929-8140.
Michael's Place, support groups for grieving families, 6-8 p.m. Mondays, Immaculate Conception School, TC, free, separate groups for young children, teens, adults, parents (including parents dealing with miscarriages, stillborn or death of a baby) and survivors of suicide; call Michael's Place, 947-6453.
NAMI Connection, recovery support group meetings 1:30 p.m. every Friday, Kandu Island Center, 3003 Garfield Ave., TC; for adults with mental illness regardless of diagnosis, free, 932-1590.
Overeaters Anonymous, 12:15 p.m. Tuesdays, 900 E. Front St., TC; 6 p.m. Thursdays, King's Court Park Community Room, 2899 LaFranier Road, TC; 10:30 a.m. Saturdays, Suttons Bay Library, 416 Front St., Suttons Bay; call Genie 271-1060, Rose 256-2248 or Dana 935-1453.
Panic Attack and Anxiety Program, Panic Relief Inc., a nonprofit educational corporation located in Monmouth Junction, NJ holds teleconference calls at 7 p.m. each Monday and Wednesday dealing with managing and controlling panic attacks, anxiety and stress; (732) 940-9658 or visit www.panicreliefinc.com.
SMART Recovery, (Self Management and Recovery training) 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Center for Wellness & Relationships, 3491 Hartman Road, TC; structured group encouragement and training for those seeking to develop skills to abstain from addictive behaviors in a confidential setting; $5-$10 donation, 947-2990.
START NEW Series For Healthful Living, Cadillac Seventh-day Adventist Church at 801 E. Division in Cadillac. Community health professionals aid in teaching God's eight laws of health in everyday lifestyles. Programs begin at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays and feature a hands-on cooking class, nutritional presentation, spiritual nugget and keynote speaker, free, reservations not required.
TOPS, (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 10 a.m. Tuesdays, Kings Court Community Center, off LaFranier Road, TC; 947-6176 or (800) 932-8677; TOPS #308, 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays, Carmelite Monastery, 3501 Silver Lake Road, TC; 946-5804 or 943-8077.
MUNSON MEDICAL CENTER
Munson Medical Center, 1105 Sixth St., Traverse City, Patient Education, 935-8200 or (800)-809-8127.
Advance Care Planning, ongoing offering, making treatment preferences for medical care at end of life known, 935-6176.
Aquatic Community Classes and Therapy, Monday through Thursday, no swimming skills needed, Premier Health and Fitness, 935-7331.
Massage Therapy, ongoing offering, 935-6926.
Bariatric Surgery Educational Seminar, 6-8 p.m. April 16; learn about Roux-en-Y and Lap Band weight loss surgery; $25, 935-8900.
Mom & Baby Yoga, 9:15-10:45 a.m. April 10, 17 & 24 or 6-7 p.m. April 11, 18 & 25, Sacred Space, 741 E. 8th St., TC; $69, 995-1700.
Navigator Program, outreach and support to women with breast cancer, 935-8216.
Pre-Natal Yoga, 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. April 11, 18 & 25, Sacred Space, 741 E. 8th St., TC; $69, 995-1700.
The Pediatric Walk-In Immunization Clinic, Munson Specialty Clinics Building (106 Madison St.). 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays only; 6-9 p.m. Mondays; Bring immunization records; 935-6270.
Splash, a water therapy fun class for children and teens with disabilities in a warm water therapy pool, Premier Health and Fitness, 1209 S. Garfield Ave., TC, $20 a month, 935-7331.
MUNSON COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave., Traverse City, 935-9265.
A Time To Be Born-Childbirth Preparation, call for dates and times, $80 or voucher, 935-8219.
Better Breathing, 1:30-3 p.m. Mondays, eight weekly classes with information on lung diseases, medications, breathing techniques and nutrition; 935-6736.
Breastfeeding Preparation, 6-9 p.m. April 15, $30, 935-8219.
Massage Therapy, 935-6926.
Tai Chi for Arthritis, 1-2 p.m. April 16, 23 & 30; $59, Sun style Tai Chi for any fitness level; 995-1700.
Total Body Fitness with NIA, 5:30-6:30 April 8, 15, 22 & 29 or 5:30-6:30 p.m. April 1`0, 17 & 24; martial arts, dance and healing arts; $99, 995-1700.
"Working Off Weight," Orientation, 6-8:30 p.m. April 7, information on Munson's four-month program for those with a BMI of 27 and are interested in losing at least 25 pounds; orientation $20; 935-8533.
Yoga Classes for Cancer Patients, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays, gentle stretching and breathing for relaxation and healing, call 228-4067.
BENZIE-LEELANAU HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Benzie-Leelanau Health Department, 6051 Frankfort Hwy., Suite 100, Benzonia, call 882-2126 in Benzie County or 256-0200 in Leelanau County.
Women's health, family planning/reproductive health clinics; breast and cervical cancer screening.
Maternal Child Health, Maternal Support Services/WIC for pregnant women and children; Infant Support Services, Immunization clinics, Healthy Futures.
General Health, Confidential and anonymous HIV counseling and testing; immunizations for children and adults.
GRAND TRAVERSE BAND
Grand Traverse Band, Health Building, 2300 N. Stallman Road, Suttons Bay, 271-5256.
Breast and Cervical Cancer, Screening Program, for American Indian women aged 40 and older; 534-7859.
GT HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Grand Traverse Health Department, 2325 Garfield Road N., Traverse City, 922-4831.
Blood Borne Pathogen Training, by request; 922-2729.
Healthy Kids/MIChild, provides comprehensive insurance for pregnant women and children under 19 years, Applications available for MIChild, call 922-2730.
Immunization Clinics, held daily, $7 charge per injection for children's vaccines; 922-4831; .
Maternal Support Services, assists pregnant women and infants, for appointment, 922-2730.
Munson Medical Center Specialty Clinic, 106 S. Madison St., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 6-9 p.m. Monday, appointments not needed, take child's immunization record to each visit.
Pregnancy Tests, 922-4630.
Reproductive Health Services, initial and annual exams, pap smears, pregnancy tests and treatment for sexually transmitted infections and HIV testing. Birth control, no fees for teens, sliding fee scale for adults; Medicaid accepted, Breast and cervical screenings for those over 40, 922-4630.
WIC, (Women, Infants and Children) food coupons and nutrition education for pregnant and lactating women and children under 5; 922-2720 or (800) 946-4599.
Youth Health and Wellness Center, school based health-wellness center at TBA Career Tech, 880 Parsons Road, TC; limited medical care and counseling, 922-6416.
Health department of northwest Michigan
Locations in Bellaire, Mancelona, Charlevoix, Petoskey/Harbor Springs and Gaylord. Call (800) 432-4121.
Family Planning, initial and annual exams, Pap tests, pregnancy tests, treatment for sexually transmitted diseases and HIV counseling and testing.
Support for pregnant women and new mothers, includes home visits from public health nurses and Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Nutrition program.
Children's screening, tests for vision hearing, lead.
Free/low-cost health insurance for children up to age 19 and pregnant women.
Immunizations, for infants and children, adolescents and adults. Cost varies by shot, many qualify for free immunizations.
Ironmen Health Center, primary care services for youth age 10-21 including mental health counseling.
Free mammograms and Pap tests, for women age 40 to 65 within certain income guidelines who have no health insurance coverage or who do not have coverage for mammograms.
Testing kits, for drinking water and radon gas.
Free consultations on indoor air issues, includes lead paint, mercury spills and mold.
Home care and hospice services, certified by Medicaid and CHAP.
PLANNED PARENTHOOD
Planned Parenthood of West and Northern Michigan, 1003 Spring St., Petoskey, 347-9692; 1135 E. Eighth St., Traverse City, 929-1844; Confidential health services for women and men including: Annual gynecological exams, breast, pelvic and pap tests; birth control; emergency contraception; sexually transmitted and other infection screening and treatment; anonymous HIV testing and counseling; pregnancy testing and non-judgmental options counseling, Extended hours include some evenings, 929-1844 or (800) 230-PLAN.
CADILLAC
Mercy Hospital Cadillac, 400 Hobart St., Cadillac, 876-7200.
Support Groups, for information, 876-7326.
Advance Care Planning, for help with decisions about end-of-life care, Monday-Saturday, call for times, Mercy Hospital, 876-7355.
Cancer Support Group, 3:30 p.m. second Wednesday, Reva, 775-3550.
Cardiac Rehab, 876-7825.
Diabetes Support Group, first Tuesday, in Dublin Room of the McAuley Center, 1-3:30 p.m. 876-7183.
Heartsaver CPR/First Aid, fourth Monday of each month, 6-10 p.m. auditorium, $50 registration fee is for program expenses and not distributed to the American Heart Association, registration required, 876-7149.
Tour of Family Birthing Center, 5-8 p.m. first Wednesday; meet at fourth-floor nurses station. No registration.
Health Clinic, 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, District Department No. 10; bring verification of income. 876-7818.
CHEBOYGAN
Cheboygan Memorial Hospital, 748 S. Main St., Cheboygan, 876-7200.
Childbirth Preparation, 6-8:30 p.m. Mondays, call 627-1357 for exact dates.
Pulmonary Rehab Support Group, 3-4 p.m. Tuesdays, hospital cafeteria, free.
Phase III Cardiac Rehab, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, at the Cheboygan Fitness Center, $10 per session or $35 per month; 627-1458.
Breastfeeding Support Group meetings, 1 p.m. every Tuesday, in CMH Obstetrics Unit.
FRANKFORT
Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital, 224 Park Ave., Frankfort, 352-9621.
Alzheimer's Support Group, 2-3 p.m. first Wednesday, 352-2357.
Caregiver Resource Center & Library, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily, easy access to caregiving and general health information. Internet access available, 352-2312.
CPR Classes, Wednesdays and Saturdays, call for times, 352-2257.
Grief and Loss Support Group, 10-11:30 p.m., first and third Wednesdays, 935-8491.
Parkinson's Support Group, 2-3 p.m. third Thursday.
GAYLORD
Otsego Memorial Hospital, 825 N. Center Ave., (989) 731-2344.
Breastfeeding class, expectant parents can learn basics, classes offered throughout the year, (989) 731-2124.
Childbirth Education Class, "Journey to Parenthood," Weekday and Saturday courses available, call Childbirth Education Coordinator, (989) 731-2124 to register.
Freedom From Smoking, offered several times a year, six-week sessions each last about 90 minutes, cost $40 per person, call (989) 731-2193 for information on next session or for a Smoker's Quit Kit.
Infant Care Class, for expectant parents, learn basics such as bathing, diapers, skin care, immunizations, (989) 731-2124.
Yellow Ribbon Chapter of Gaylord, community meetings, first Tuesday, Gaylord High School (in the event of a school closing, Otsego Memorial Hospital), call Linda Hoffman, 584-3503.
GRAYLING
Mercy Hospital Grayling, 1100 E. Michigan Ave., Grayling, (989) 348-0314.
Better Breathing Classes, free classes for those with chronic lung disease; learn breathing techniques, nutrition, exercise and treatments. Registration required, call Grayling Asthma Project, (989) 348-0779.
Diabetes, Self-management Program, three locations; (989) 348-0380. For program questions, call Rhonda Haske, (989) 348-0455.
Free Sugar and Blood Pressure Screenings, (989) 348-0455.
Heart Health/Fitness Program, Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, $5.50 per session; (989) 348-0371.
Nutrition Education, meet with a registered dietitian to discuss nutrition needs and healthy eating, (989) 348-0380.
KALKASKA
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center, 419 S. Coral St., Kalkaska, 258-7500.
Better Breathing, 1:30-3 p.m. Mondays, eight weekly classes with information on lung disease, medications, breathing techniques, nutrition and exercise for those with chronic lung disease; $40, 258-7525.
Living With Cancer Video Series, available for viewing at any time, free, 258-7781.
MANISTEE
West Shore Medical Center, 1465 E. Parkdale Ave., Manistee, 398-1000.
Childbirth and Breastfeeding Classes, 398-1414.
Sit and Get Fit, exercise class for seniors, 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Senior Center, Manistee; $2 for drop-ins; 723-8282.
Diabetes Self Management, program and support group, 398-1033.
PETOSKEY
Northern Michigan Hospital, 416 Connubial Ave., Petoskey, 487-7777.
Health screening, 8-10 a.m. and 5-6 p.m. first Thursday of every month; $15, $10 for Senior Advantage members, no registration; Community Health Education Center, (800) 248-6777.
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