These free seminars are made available by generous gifts made to the HealthEast Foundation. All are held at Woodwinds Health Campus in the Auditorium.
Please call HealthEast Care Connection at 651-326-CARE (2273) to register.
Diabetes: Can it affect you?
Monday, February 11, 7 to 8:30 pm
Presented by Thomas Smith, MD, HealthEast Woodbury Clinic and
Sara Bernstein, RD, certified personal trainer, Woodwinds Ways to Wellness
Many millions of Americans have diabetes, and almost half don’t know it. At this free seminar, learn from an endocrinologist what diabetes is and the various treatment options. A registered dietitian and certified personal trainer will also discuss what you can do to prevent its damaging effects and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Blood glucose screening will be available by certified diabetes educators from 6 to 7 pm. Appointments are limited, please call to schedule a time.
Dying: A guide for Beginners
When it comes to the end of life, we're all beginners. This series explores life's greatest mystery.
Understanding Death (part 1)
Monday, April 7, 7 to 8:30 pm
Presented by Carol Entwistle, MD, Medical Director HealthEast Hospice
Sr. Marian Louwagie, Chaplain, Woodwinds Spiritual Care
How do we die and what are some of the common features in most deaths? In a body, mind and spirit approach, a physician will explain the physical process of dying and a chaplain will address the spiritual process. The Advance Medical Directive, 5 Wishes will be made available to participants.
Managing the End (part 2)
Monday, April 14, 7 to 8:30 pm
Presented by C. Richard Guiton, MD
Who decides how and when a life should end? A physician will sort through the issues that a dying person and family members often confront. He will also explore the practical steps involved in making our medical wishes known by completing an Advance Medical Directive known as the 5 Wishes.
Developing your end of life care plan (part 3)
Monday April 21, 7 to 8:30 pm
Make an appointment to receive personal assistance from professionally-trained volunteers as you develop an easily understood Advance Medical Directive. There will be a focus on understanding how to initiate conversation regarding end of life with your family, your proxy and your medical provider. Appointments are limited; please call HealthEast Care Connection at 651-326-CARE (2273) to schedule a time.
If you are unable to attend this session, you can make a free appointment by calling 651-232-0064.
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