Ongoing Events

A.L.S. (Lou Gehrig's Disease) Support Groups

A.L.S. (Lou Gehrig's Disease) Support Group

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: 3rd Saturday
Time: 1 - 3 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Education and support are provided for those with A.L.S. as well as for their family members and friends.

Cancer Support Groups

Lymphedema Support Group

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: 2nd Saturday
Time: 10 a.m.
Phone: (925) 674-2125

Support is provided for lymphedema patients and their families as well as caregivers and practitioners.

Diabetes Support Groups

Diabetes Support Group

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: One Saturday each month
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 372-6947

Lymphedema Support Groups

Lymphedema Support Group

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: 2nd Saturday
Time: 10 a.m.
Phone: (925) 682-8200

Support is provided for Lymphedema patients and their families as well as caregivers and practitioners. Meets at John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus.

Senior Services Support Groups

A.L.S (Lou Gehrig's Disease) Support Group

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: 3rd Saturday of every month
Time: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

The A.L.S. Support Group provides education and support for those with A.L.S., as well as their families and friends.

Future Events

Asthma Support Groups

Asthma Education/Support Group

Location: John Muir Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program, Concord
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2351

This class is designed to assist individuals and their families in understanding asthma. This three-hour course will be provided quarterly. Participants will learn how to spot asthma triggers, manage the disease, call their doctor when necessary and review the correct way to use inhalers. It will focus on ideal drug regimens and optimal medication delivery, as well as control techniques and assessment skills.

Behavioral Health Support Groups

After Care

Location: John Muir Behavioral Health Center
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-4100

Continued support after completing an inpatient program is offered, including weekly support groups, outpatient visits with mental health professionals and referrals to local community resources.

NAMI Speakers Meeting

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: Third Thursday
Time: 7 p.m.
Phone: (925) 465-3864

Brighton has created an exclusive Power of Pink Bracelet and Badge Clip. For each of these pieces of jewelry purchased, they will donate 10 dollars to support John Muir Breast Health Services and one lucky guest will win one of these special bracelets!

Intake and Assessment Services

Location: John Muir Behavioral Health Center
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-4100

An assessment team is available 24 hours daily to provide evaluation for admission and to help identify programs and services that meet individual needs.

Mental Illness Family and Caregivers Support Group

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Third Monday
Time: 7:15-9:15 p.m.
Phone: (925) 957-5146 or (925) 932-9673

An educational support and resource group for families, friends and caregivers of the mentally ill with information about resources, treatment, medications, social security, conservatorship and other important topics. Meets at John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek in the Sterns Conference Room. Sponsored by NAMI aka The Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Contra Costa. Co-facilitated by a board certified psychiatrist.

Cancer Classes

Navigating Your Way Through Chemotherapy Nutrition Counseling and Treatment Strategy

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: First Tuesday of the month at the Walnut Creek Campus
Time: For Walnut Creek Campus call 947-3322
Phone: For reservations at the Walnut C

A class for newly diagnosed cancer patients and their families provides information about chemotherapy, what to expect during treatment and strategies to manage potential side effects. Nutritional issues while undergoing treatment are addressed by a regis

Navigating Chemotherapy and Nutrition

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campuses
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-3322

Orientation to Chemotherapy. A class for newly diagnosed cancer patients and their families facing chemotherapy treatment and its potential side effects presented by an Oncology Nurse. A nutritionist focuses on dietary concerns in the second hour. Reservations are needed.

Navigating Chemotherapy and Nutrition

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek and Concord Campuses
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2190

Orientation to Chemotherapy. A class for newly diagnosed cancer patients and their families facing chemotherapy treatment and its potential side effects presented by an Oncology Nurse. A nutritionist focuses on dietary concerns in the second hour. Reservations are needed.

Navigating Your Way Through Chemotherapy Nutrition Counseling and Treatment Strategy

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campuses
Date: Third Tuesday of the month at Concord Campus
Time: For Concord Campus call 674-2190
Phone: For reservations for the Conco

A class for newly diagnosed cancer patients and their families provides information about chemotherapy, what to expect during treatment and strategies to manage potential side effects. Nutritional issues while undergoing treatment are addressed by a regis

Cancer Events

Relay for Life

Location: Please call
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 934-7640, #3

Relay for Life Fundraiser for the American Cancer Society at Mt. Diablo High School. This fun event includes activities for the whole family and honors survivors of cancer.

Community Education Speaker Series: Recent Advances in Prostate Cancer

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center - Tice Valley/Rossmoor Campus
Date: Friday, October 9
Time: 11a.m.
Phone: (925) 939-1220

A review of the newest therapeutic modalities including surgical, radiation and medical treatments for prostate cancer. The discussion will cover PSA screening for early detection and possible preventative interventions. The speaker is Matthew Sirott, M.D. of Diablo Valley Oncology/Hematology. Reservation Required.

Cancer Programs/Services

Genetic Couseling and Risk Assessment

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-4092

The John Muir Cancer Institute offers an individualized genetic risk assessment, genetic counseling and additional testing services. Covered by most insurance plans.

Lymphema Program

Location: John Muir Physician Rehabilitation at Rossmoor and Concord campuses.
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2125

Offered at John Muir Physical Rehabilitation, Rossmoor and Concord campuses. Physician referral required

Outpatient Infusion Center

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-4404

Comprehensive outpatient services are offered including hydration, chemotherapy administration, blood product administration, central venous access care, dressing changes, injections and patient education. Available at John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus. Services available seven days a week.

Pediatric Oncology Services

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-5272

Comprehensive pediatric oncology services, including a pediatric oncologist and a clinical nurse, are available at John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus. Available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Nutrition During and After Cancer Treatment

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-5313

Classes are offered by a registered dietitian for people with cancer and their caregivers. Discussion focuses on nutritional issues while patients are undergoing treatment.

Second Opinion/Consultative Tumor Board

Location: Please call
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2001

A multidisciplinary panel of medical experts reviews the cases of patients diagnosed with breast and lung cancer, and follows up with treatment recommendations. Available by appointment on both the Walnut Creek and Concord Campuses. For information, call 947-3322 (Walnut Creek) or 674-2001 (Concord).

Radiation Oncology

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek and Concord Campuses
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-3250 or (925) 674-252

Radiation oncology services are available to both inpatients and outpatients at John Muir Medical Center, Concord and Walnut Creek Campuses. Physician referral required. Treatment modalities available include: external beam, brachytherapy (prostate seed implants) intravascular brachytherapy, stereotactic radiosurgery and radiotherapy for brain, spine and body, and Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)

Cancer Clinical Trials

Location: John Muir Clinical Trials/East Bay Clinical Trial Center
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 687-8860

Patients are provided with an opportunity to receive promising new therapies by participating in research studies that seek to identify new and better treatments for cancer. More than 30 cancer research protocols are currently open for patient accrual.

Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer Education for Couples

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord and Walnut Creek Campuses
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-3322 or (925) 674-2001

This course addresses the medical, physical, social and psychological effects of breast cancer. Meets alternately at John Muir Medical Centers, Walnut Creek or Concord campuses. Pre-registration required

Nutrition During and After Cancer Treatment

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2190

Classes are offered by a registered dietitian for people with cancer and their caregivers. Discussion focuses on nutritional issues while patients are undergoing treatment.

Breast Health Referral & Information Service

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord or Walnut Creek Campuses
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2100 or (925) 947-3322

Nurse Educators are available to provide individualized support and education as well as connection to available community resources and assistance in navigating through John Muir Health.

Cancer Clinical Trials

Location: John Muir Clinical Research Center, Concord
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2580

Patients are provided with an opportunity to receive promising new therapies by participating in research studies that seek to identify new and better treatments for cancer. More than 30 cancer research protocols are currently open for patient accrual.

Cancer Library and Resource Centers

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord and Walnut Creek Campuses
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-3322

Open to the public, both campuses offer a wide selection of books, videotapes and other educational materials (including Internet access) about cancer, as well as a nurse educator to answer questions, provide information and present classes to individuals and groups.

Apheresis Service

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-3322

A treatment program that involves removing disease-producing components from the blood and safely returning remaining blood products to patients with various diseases is offered at both hospitals. Physician referral required.

Breast Health Awareness Instruction

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord or Walnut Creek Campuses
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-3322

Breast health nurses are available to provide one-on-one or group breast health awareness instruction

Cancer Genetic Counseling and Cancer Risk Assessment/Testing Service

Location: Please call
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-3322

An individual assessment of hereditary and non-hereditary risk factors is provided as well as information that can be used to make decisions about follow-up and genetic testing.

Neuro-Oncology Novalis Shaped Beam Surgery

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-2050 or 866-941-2050

Neurosurgery and Radiation Oncology collaborate on the delivery of stereotactic radiosurgery and radiotherapy utilizing Novalis, BrainLAB's dedicated system for non-invasive radiosurgery and radiotherapy. This leading-edge technology provides highly precise treatments of primary and metastatic brain tumors as well as other head and neck tumors, and certain functional disorders.

Cancer Screenings

Every Woman Counts Breast Cancer Early Detection Program

Location: John Muir Breast Health Services, Walnut Creek and Concord
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2001

Central/East Contra Costa County low-income, uninsured or underinsured women who are over 40 are offered access to mammograms, clinical breast examinations, medical diagnosis and education. Offered through John Muir Breast Health Services, Concord Campus for the clinics.

Cancer Support Groups

East County General Cancer Support Group

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center, Brentwood
Date: Third Tuesday of the month
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Phone: (925) 933-0107

Pediatric Support Group - For Families with Children Diagnosed with Cancer

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: 1st Monday
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-5272

At 6PM, everyone meets for eating and socializing, at 7pm the parents meet with Susan Bucher LCSW while the kids have art to paint contributed by Art for Life in a separate room. Sponsored by John Muir Pediatric Oncology and co-sponsored by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Spanish Speaking Support Group

Location: John Muir Cancer Institute, Concord Campus
Date: Third Thursday
Time: noon - 2 p.m.
Phone: (925) 933-0107

Support group for younger breast cancer patients. Meets 4th Wednesday of each month at JMMC-Walnut Creek Campus. Facilitated by a Breast Health Nurse Educator.

Cancer Support Group

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center, Brentwood
Date: Third Tuesday
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Phone: (925) 674-2190

Offers support for patients and families facing any cancer diagnosis. Facilitated by a MFCC and an Oncology Nurse.

Advanced Breast Cancer Support Group

Location: The Wellness Community, 3276 McNutt Ave., Walnut Creek
Date: 2nd Tuesday, every other month
Time: 2-4 p.m.
Phone: (925) 933-0107

Second Tuesday of each month from 2-4pm at The Wellness Community, 3276 McNutt Ave, Walnut Creek. Call 933-0107 to attend the group.

Leukemia/Lymphoma/Multiple Myeloma Support Group

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: 1st Thursday
Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Phone: (925) 952-2797

The Contra Costa Family Support Group for patients dealing with Leukemia, Hodgkin's Lymphoma, Lymphoma and Multiple Myeloma. Sponsored by Leukemia Society. Group is free and meets the first Thursday of every month from 7-8:30. Call Sarah Leonard, Oncology Resource Nurse, (925) 952-2797.

Look Good...Feel Better

Location: Please call
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 934-7640

Cosmetology and hairstyling for patients affected by cancer. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society.

Life After Cancer

Location: The Wellness Community, 3276 McNutt Ave., Walnut Creek
Date: Second and Fourth Wednesdays
Time: 6-8 pm
Phone: (925) 933-0107

For families with school-age children who have a parent with cancer, with an activity-based group for children, a support group for teens and a group for parents.

Kids Circle and Teen Talk

Location: The Wellness Community, 3276 McNutt Ave., Walnut Creek
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 933-0107

For families with school-age children who have a parent with cancer, with an activity-based group for children, a support group for teens and a group for parents.

Kids' Support Group - Living with Illness

Location: 2540 Charleston Street, Oakland
Date: Every other Monday
Time: 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Phone: 510-531-7551

Support is provided for children, ages 5 to 16, who are coping with the serious illness of a loved one.

Cancer Support Group in East Bay

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center, Brentwood
Date: Third Tuesday
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Phone: (925) 933-0107

Offers support for patients and families facing any cancer diagnosis.

Wellness Community

Location: The Wellness Community, 3276 McNutt Ave., Walnut Creek
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 933-0107

Comprehensive program focuses on the fight for recovery and improving the quality of life. Psychosocial and educational support groups for people and families affected by cancer. 3276 McNutt Avenue, Walnut Creek. Call 925-933-0107 for any classes listed or check out their website at www.twc-bayarea.org.

Cancer Support Group

Location: John Muir Cancer Institute, Concord Campus
Date: First Tuesday
Time: 7-8:30 p.m.
Phone: (925) 674-2190

Offers support for patients and families facing any cancer diagnosis. Facilitated by a MFCC and an Oncology Nurse.

Couples and Cancer

Location: Please call
Date: Third Tuesday
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Phone: (925) 933-0107

Meets every 3rd Tuesday 6-8 PM. A program for couples dealing with a cancer diagnosis. Facilitated by Ron Ellis, PhD. At The Wellness Community .Call 925-933-0107 for more information.

Young Women with Breast Cancer

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-3322

Support group for younger breast cancer patients. Meets 4th Wednesday of each month at John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus. Call John Muir Breast Health Services, Walnut Creek (925) 947-3322

Cardiac Care Classes

Cardiac Nurse Education Appointment

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-7965

At this appointment, our cardiac nurse educator will help you understand what your lab numbers mean-which is critical to maintaining cardiac health-and develop a personalized care plan for keeping your heart healthy. Bring your recent (within 45 days) cholesterol lab results and meet with our nurse educator. She'll help you understand your numbers and make plans to keep your heart healthy.

Stress Reduction for a Healthy Heart

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-5254

A 4-week program designed to assist cardiac patients in living a more stress-free life. Offered at John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus.

Cardiac Care Screenings

Coronary Artery Calcium Screening

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2257

This is a safe, easy heart scan procedure used for cardiac risk assessment. A state-of-the-art CT scanner is used to identify calcifications in the coronary arteries. The scan takes only minutes. Physician referral required.

Cardiac Care Support Groups

Mended Hearts Visitors

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek or Concord Campus
Date: Second Thursday
Time: 7 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-5206

This national organization affiliated with the American Heart Association provides support to patients and family members who are dealing with heart disease. Volunteers in the John Muir chapter are people with heart disease, their spouses, family members, medical professionals and other interested individuals. Their personal experiences with heart disease help assist and support other heart patients and their families. Meetings alternates between Walnut Creek and Concord campuses.

Clinical Services Screenings

Mobile Health Clinic

Location: 633 Village Drive, Brentwood
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 313-6250

The Mobile Health Clinic operates the first four Saturdays of the month in Brentwood to provide free preventative and urgent medical care for those who are uninsured or unable to pay for care.

Comprehensive Breast Health Services Classes

Breast Self-Examination Instruction

Location: John Muir Breast Health Services
Date: Call for appointment
Time:
Phone: (925) 947-3322

Breast Health Nurse at John Muir Medical Centers, Walnut Creek Campus and Concord Campus is available to provide one-on-one breast self-examination instruction. Appointment needed

Comprehensive Breast Health Services Programs/Services

Breast Cancer Second Opinion Panel

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek and Concord Campuses
Date: Call for Dates
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-3322

A multidisciplinary panel of medical experts reviews the cases of women diagnosed with breast cancer and offers treatment recommendations. Available by appointment.

Comprehensive Breast Health Services Screenings

Mammography Screening

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: By appointment only
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-5320

Mammography screenings are offered at the Women's Health Center on an outpatient basis, by appointment. Physician referral required.

Mammography Screening

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: By appointment only
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-5320

Outpatient mammography screenings utilizing state-of-the-art computer assisted detection (CAD), is offered by appointment at multiple sites. A physician's referral is required. Digital mammography is only offered at the John Muir Outpatient Center, Brentwood

Mammography Screening

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center, Brentwood
Date: By appointment only
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 308-8123

Outpatient mammography screenings utilizing state-of-the-art computer assisted detection (CAD), is offered by appointment at multiple sites. A physician's referral is required. Digital mammography is only offered at the John Muir Outpatient Center, Brentwood

Mammography Screening

Location: John Muir Medical Group
Date: By appointment only
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 677-0510

Outpatient mammography screenings utilizing state-of-the-art computer assisted detection (CAD), is offered by appointment at multiple sites. A physician's referral is required. Digital mammography is only offered at the John Muir Outpatient Center, Brentwood

Mammography Screening

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: By appointment only
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2250

Outpatient mammography screenings utilizing state-of-the-art computer assisted detection (CAD), is offered by appointment at multiple sites. A physician's referral is required. Digital mammography is only offered at the John Muir Outpatient Center, Brentwood

Mammography Screening

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center - Tice Valley/Rossmoor Campus
Date: By appointment only
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 988-7547

Outpatient mammography screenings utilizing state-of-the-art computer assisted detection (CAD), is offered by appointment at multiple sites. A physician's referral is required. Digital mammography is only offered at the John Muir Outpatient Center, Brentwood

Comprehensive Breast Health Services Support Groups

Breast Cancer Support Group for Younger Women

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: 4th Wednesday
Time: 7 - 9 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3322

Call for more information.

Breast Cancer Support Group of East Contra Costa County

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center, Brentwood
Date: 4th Tuesday
Time: 2-4 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3322

For women diagnosed with breast cancer, receiving treatment or having received treatment. Meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month, 2-4 p.m. at John Muir Outpatient Center, 2400 Balfour, Brentwood.

Corporate Health Speaker's Bureau

Speaker's Bureau (Corporate)

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-4031

Dr. Lesley Martin, John Muir Health Medical Oncologist

Diabetes Classes

Diabetes Education

Location: John Muir Diabetes Center, Concord
Date: Physician Referral Required
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2077

Classes and one-on-one consultation are available at both hospitals' diabetes centers to help individuals better manage their diabetes. Physician referral required.

Diabetes Exercise Program

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center, Brentwood
Date: Physician Referral Required
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2351

The John Muir Diabetes Center in conjunction with the John Muir Cardiac Rehabilitation Department offers an exercise program for stable diabetics. Individualized exercise plans are established under the guidance of an exercise physiologist. Exercise is done using a variety of equipment including treadmills, stationary bikes, step machines, seated steppers, rowers, and weight equipment. A physician referral is required.

Diabetes Exercise Program

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: Physician Referral Required
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2351

The John Muir Diabetes Center in conjunction with the John Muir Cardiac Rehabilitation Department offers an exercise program for stable diabetics. Individualized exercise plans are established under the guidance of an exercise physiologist. Exercise is done using a variety of equipment including treadmills, stationary bikes, step machines, seated steppers, rowers, and weight equipment. A physician referral is required.

Diabetes Education

Location: John Muir Diabetes Center, Walnut Creek
Date: Physician Referral Required
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-5076

Classes and one-on-one consultation are available at both hospitals' diabetes centers to help individuals better manage their diabetes. Physician referral required.

Insulin Pump Program

Location: John Muir Diabetes Center, Walnut Creek
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-5076

Individual instruction in an insulin delivery system that assists in providing improved blood glucose levels and a flexible lifestyle.

Sweet Success - Diabetes and Pregnancy Program

Location: John Muir Diabetes Center, Concord
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2077

The John Muir Diabetes Center, Concord is a regional perinatal program

Diabetes Care and Management

Location: John Muir Diabetes Center, Concord
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2077

Education is provided to help those with diabetes better manage their disease. The programs help individuals with diabetes learn about diet, oral medication or insulin.

Diabetes Exercise Program

Location: John Muir Diabetes Center, Walnut Creek
Date: Physician Referral Required
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-4452

The John Muir Diabetes Center in conjunction with the John Muir Cardiac Rehabilitation Department offers an exercise program for stable diabetics. Individualized exercise plans are established under the guidance of an exercise physiologist. Exercise is done using a variety of equipment including treadmills, stationary bikes, step machines, seated steppers, rowers, and weight equipment. A physician referral is required.

Insulin Pump Program

Location: John Muir Diabetes Center, Concord
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2077

Individual instruction in an insulin delivery system that assists in providing improved blood glucose levels and a flexible lifestyle.

Diabetes Care and Management

Location: John Muir Diabetes Center, Walnut Creek
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-5076

Education is provided to help those with diabetes better manage their disease. The programs help individuals with diabetes learn about diet, oral medication or insulin.

Intensive Insulin Therapy

Location: John Muir Diabetes Center, Concord
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2077

This program combines individual and group sessions for individuals who want to improve control of their blood sugar levels and adjusting insulin dosage, including intensive therapy and the use of an insulin pump.

Insulin Start

Location: John Muir Diabetes Center, Concord
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2077

Education is provided for individuals newly diagnosed with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes mellitus who require insulin therapy. Offered at both centers. Physician referral required.

Intensive Insulin Therapy

Location: John Muir Diabetes Center, Walnut Creek
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-5076

This program combines individual and group sessions for individuals who want to improve control of their blood sugar levels and adjusting insulin dosage, including intensive therapy and the use of an insulin pump.

Insulin Start

Location: John Muir Diabetes Center, Walnut Creek
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-5076

Education is provided for individuals newly diagnosed with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes mellitus who require insulin therapy. Offered at both centers. Physician referral required.

Diabetes Screenings

Screening for the Diabetes Prevention Trial

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: 650-725-0497

Diabetes screening is available to people under 45 with a relative with Type 1 diabetes (juvenile type - diagnosed before age 40).

Screening for the Diabetes Prevention Trial

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: 650-725-0497

Diabetes screening is available to people under 45 with a relative with Type 1 diabetes (juvenile type - diagnosed before age 40).

Diabetes Support Groups

Insulin Pump Support Group

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: 1st Tuesday of every other month
Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Phone: (925) 941-5076

Support is provided to individuals using an insulin pump and anyone interested in learning more about the pump. Meets at John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus.

Diabetes Support Group

Location: John Muir Diabetes Center, Concord
Date: Fourth Tuesday
Time: 7:30 - 9 p.m.
Phone: (925) 674-2077

Flexibility and Movement Classes

The Lebed Method

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Please call
Time: 9:15-10:15 a.m.
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Master techniques that will improve your mental and physical well-being over a six-week series. This therapeutic exercise program benefits those living with chronic conditions or who are cancer survivors.

Osteoporosis Movement and Exercise

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Wednesdays
Time: 9:15- 10:45 a.m.
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Drop in to learn exercise techniques and safeguard against falling, which can be extremely beneficial in managing osteoporosis. All you'll need to bring is a mat; wear comfortable clothes.

Grief Support Support Groups

Grief Support Group - Evening Drop-In Group

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: 2nd & 4th Mondays
Time: 6:30 - 7:45 p.m.
Phone: (925) 674-2132

Call for more information.

Crisis and Grief Intervention

Location: Call for more info
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: 800-833-2900

Contra Costa Crisis Center offers crisis/grief intervention, referral and resources for people in distress. Crisis line 800-833-2900. Grief Line 800-837-1818.

Headache Support Groups

Headache Support Group

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: 2nd Tuesday, every other month
Time: 7:30 - 9 p.m.
Phone: (925) 938-5252

Support is provided for headache sufferers and their families.

Healthy Woman Screenings

Osteoporosis Screening

Location: John Muir Osteoporosis Center
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-7990

Advanced bone densitometry screenings are offered at both John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus and the John Muir Osteoporosis Center, at the John Muir Women's Health Center in Walnut Creek, by appointment. Physician referral required.

Osteoporosis Screening

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord, Walnut Creek and Brentwood campuses
Date: Please call
Time: Please call

Low-dose screening, hip and spine bone densitometry exams are offered at multiple John Muir Medical Imaging sites located in Brentwood, Concord and Walnut Creek. Physician referral is required. Please ceck with your insurance company before scheduling your exam. Call Brentwood at (925) 308-8123, Concord at (925) 674-2250 or Walnut Creek at (925) 947-5320 to schedule an appointment. Call (925) 674-2878 for information on fees.

Healthy Woman Support Groups

Massage Therapy for Women

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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The benefits of massage are applicable to women of any age. Our certified massage therapists provides therapeutic massages at the John Muir Women's Health Center.

Heart Healthy Woman Resources Classes

Comprehensive Women's Heart Risk Assessment

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-7965

This unique, private, one-hour appointment gives you a comprehensive screening typically not given by a health-care provider. Get one-on-one education regarding your customized fitness reports and risks for heart disease. Copies of your results are sent to your primary care physician to assist with continuing your preventive care.

• Full lipid and glucose screening (must be fasting)
• Blood pressure (including peripheral)
• Physical Activity Index
• Abdominal measurements
• Women and Heart Questionnaire, with a five-page custom report
• Education session with a cardiac nurse

HIV/AIDS Classes

Navigating a Positive Course

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2190

An educational series is offered to provide information for those newly diagnosed as HIV-positive or with AIDS, as well as their partners, families and friends.

HIV/AIDS Speaker's Bureau

HIV/AIDS Speakers Bureau

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2190

Topics regarding symptom management and survivorship issues

HIV/AIDS Support Groups

HIV/AIDS Support Group

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: Third Thursday
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2190

Support is provided for patients and their partners, families and caregivers.

HIV/AIDS Warmline

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: Monday - Friday
Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone: (925) 674-2190

A nurse educator is available to answer questions, provide information and make referrals.

Injury Prevention Program Classes

Injury Prevention Program

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-5224

Various classes are offered to educate individuals on how to reduce preventable injuries, both unintentional and intentional, including classes in car seat safety, bike safety and violence prevention.

John Muir Neurosciences Institute Classes

Vestibular Rehabilitation

Location: John Muir Physical Rehabilitation, Walnut Creek
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-5300

This includes evaluation and treatment for vestibular and balance dysfunction. The program requires a written referral from a physician, and is covered by most insurance plans. Evaluation includes testing specific for assessing the degree of balance deficits, such as postural control and motion sensitivity. The interpretation of these tests are discussed with the patient. Treatment is based on the findings of the testing, and is directed toward improving balance with daily functional activities. An individualized home program is included as part of the treatment.

Vestibular Rehabilitation

Location: John Muir Physical Rehabilitation, Rossmoor
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-5300

This includes evaluation and treatment for vestibular and balance dysfunction. The program requires a written referral from a physician, and is covered by most insurance plans. Evaluation includes testing specific for assessing the degree of balance deficits, such as postural control and motion sensitivity. The interpretation of these tests are discussed with the patient. Treatment is based on the findings of the testing, and is directed toward improving balance with daily functional activities. An individualized home program is included as part of the treatment.

Brain Injury Program

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-5050

Specialized, multidisciplinary, rehabilitation staff provide a continuum of care and treatment to patients who have sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI), Components include education, information and referral, task force, trauma protocol, brain injury protocol, TBI research group, community education, Brain Injury Survivor Group, "On-Track"collaboration with Mt. Diablo School District's community-based day program.

Cerebral Aneurysms and Arteriovenous Malformations (AVMs)

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-5050

These conditions are evaluated and treated by a team of neurosurgeons and neurointerventional radiologists. The appropriate treatment strategy may include endovascular techniques such as embolizations or coiling and/or neurosurgical procedures. Treatment is always available on an emergency basis. For emergencies call 911.

Neuropsychology/Memory Clinic

Location: Please call
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-4296

Neuropsychology and speech pathology collaborative, comprehensive, outpatient clinical evaluations of cognitive functioning to identify areas of cognitive deficits and strategies for coping and/or remediation.. Assists in patient and family education in the course of their response to disability.

John Muir Neurosciences Institute Programs/Services

Pituitary Program

Location: Please call
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-5050

Medical and surgical evaluation of complex pituitary tumors and problems. Call 941-5050 for more information.

John Muir Neurosciences Institute Support Groups

Brain Injury Survivor Group - Newlift II

Location: John Muir Physical Rehabilitation, Walnut Creek
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-4466 ext. 31806

Education and support is provided for individuals who have experienced a brain injury. Meets at the John Muir Physical Rehabilitation, Walnut Creek. Physician or rehabilitation counselor referral is required. Call Sheri Scarborough, Ph.D., at the John Muir John Muir Neurosciences Institute, 947-4466 ext. 31806, for dates, times and more information.

Liver Support Groups

Liver Support Group

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Third Thursday
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Phone: (925) 820-4644

Support is provide for liver patients and their families. We are affiliated with the American Liver Foundation and welcome patients with all liver diseases. For more information e-mail LiversupportWC@aol.com

Nutrition and Weight Management Classes

Nutrition Counseling

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Weekdays
Time: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-5313

A registered dietitian is available for individual counseling and development of a diet and menu plan that takes into consideration your food preferences, lifestyle and medical needs. Physician referral required.

Nutrition Counseling

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: Weekdays
Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone: (925) 674-2518

A registered dietitian is available for individual counseling and development of a diet and menu plan that takes into consideration your food preferences, lifestyle and medical needs. Physician referral required.

Weight Loss Center: The Doctors Answer Program

Location: 2700 Grant Street, Concord
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 933-3438

Physician supervised program offered by the John Muir Physician Network offered to help overweight people reach and maintain a healthy weight.

Nutrition Education Screenings

Personal Nutrition Assessment

Location: 2700 Grant Street, Concord
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 685-7300

Occupational Health Services Classes

Corporate Health

Location: John Muir Corporate Health and Wellness Service
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-4031

Customized corporate wellness programs, including speakers, health fairs, screenings, smoking cessation, CPR and first aid classes are offered through the Corporate Health and Wellness service.

Ergonomic Training

Location: John Muir Health & Fitness Institute
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 685-1779

Customized corporate wellness programs, including speakers, health fairs, screenings, smoking cessation, CPR and first aid classes are offered through the Corporate Health and Wellness service.

Centers for Occupational Medicine

Location: Centers for Occupational Medicine
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 685-7744

Provides employers with a cost-effective and comprehensive program for reducing and controlling worker's compensation costs, while providing employees with comprehensive health services.

Occuptional Health Services Screenings

Return to Work Program

Location: Call for more info
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 685-1779

Individualized program to return the injured worker to his or her job. Includes work capacity evaluations, work hardening and functional capacity assessments.

Ergonomic Evaluations

Location: John Muir Health & Fitness Institute
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 685-1779

Worksite evaluations and comprehensive ergonomic training are available by physical and occupational therapists with extensive ergonomic education and experience.

Orthopedics Classes

Preoperative Total Joint Replacement Surgery Education

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2505

This class is designed to answer questions for the person who is scheduled to have total hip or total knee replacement surgery. It provides an overview of the preparation and recovery process.

Back/Neck Class

Location: John Muir Physical Rehabilitation, Rossmoor
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 988-7595

This 1 - 1 1/2 hour class reviews good movement patterns for home and work. Participants learn ways to protect their backs from injury while bending, lifting, carrying and reaching overhead, as well as when driving and sitting at a computer. Opportunity to explore solutions to individual situations. Physician referral required.

Back/Neck Class

Location: John Muir Physical Rehabilitation, Walnut Creek
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-5300

This 1 - 1 1/2 hour class reviews good movement patterns for home and work. Participants learn ways to protect their backs from injury while bending, lifting, carrying and reaching overhead, as well as when driving and sitting at a computer. Opportunity to explore solutions to individual situations. Physician referral required.

Preoperative Spine Surgery Class

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 952-2736

This class is designed to answer questions for the person who is scheduled to have spine surgery. It provides an overview of the preparation and recovery process.

Back/Neck Class

Location: John Muir Physical Rehabilitation, Danville
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 831-1414

This 1 - 1 1/2 hour class reviews good movement patterns for home and work. Participants learn ways to protect their backs from injury while bending, lifting, carrying and reaching overhead, as well as when driving and sitting at a computer. Opportunity to explore solutions to individual situations. Physician referral required.

Preoperative Total Joint Replacement Surgery Education

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 952-2736

This class is designed to answer questions for the person who is scheduled to have total hip or total knee replacement surgery. It provides an overview of the preparation and recovery process.

Osteoporosis Screenings

Osteoporosis

Location: John Muir Osteoporosis Center
Date: Physician Referral
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-7990

The Osteoporosis Center, part of the John Muir Physician Network, provides comprehensive services for the diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis. Bone densitometry testing of the spine and hip is offered in addition to peripheral bone density screening of the heel. A resource center with educational materials is available. Physician referral required for spine and hip scans.

Parenting Classes

Baby Basics

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Call or go online for dates
Time: Call or go online for times
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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In this session, you'll explore the essential information and skills you'll need to feel confident and prepared for your newborn's care. Learn basic diapering, feeding and bathing techniques.

Childbirth- Brentwood Personal Class

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Call or go online for dates
Time: Call or go online for times
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Our signature childbirth classes are offered in a variety of options to best suit your style and comfort. From in-class instruction to online interactive learning, get the expert instruction and compassionate counsel you're looking for, structured to meet your family's specific needs.

Playgroups: Roly Poly (3-6 months)

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Call or go online for Dates
Time: Call or go online for times
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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This popular 5-week series is designed specifically for mothers and their new babies. Share your thoughts in a safe, nurturing atmosphere*Form lasting friendships in a special small-group environment*Get the support you need and deserve to be the best Mommy to your new bundle of joy*Brainstorm solutions to an easier transition to your new role...Mother

Sibling Celebration

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Call or go online for dates
Time: Call or go online for times
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Here's an opportunity for your children, age 2 to 6, to discover the fun of becoming a big brother or sister. They'll get hands-on practice with lifelike newborn dolls. Register for a Sibling/Family Tour for an afternoon that celebrates their new role in the family.

Infant & Child CPR and Safety

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Call or go online for Dates
Time: Call or go online for times
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Learn basic infant and child CPR (birth to 8 years), treatment for airway obstruction, and safety.

Car Safety Seat Fitting Stations

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Four out of five child safety seats are installed incorrectly, experts say. To help safeguard your children, the Fitting Station's certified technicians check safety or booster seat installation, provide one-on-one instruction on proper installation techniques, and answer your child passenger safety questions. Registration required.

Mom and Baby Playgroups

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Call or go online
Time: Call or go online
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Share the joys of parenthood in these five-week sessions. Make new friends during the discussions, enjoy weekly lunches and take walks with the babies and other parents.

Playgroups: Itsy Bitsy (0-3 months)

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Call or go online for Dates
Time: Call or go online for times
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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This popular 5-week series is designed specifically for mothers and their new babies. Share your thoughts in a safe, nurturing atmosphere*Form lasting friendships in a special small-group environment*Get the support you need and deserve to be the best Mommy to your new bundle of joy*Brainstorm solutions to an easier transition to your new role...Mother

Surviving Your First Weeks at Home with Your Baby

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Call for Dates
Time: Call for times
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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New parents face challenges when they bring their baby home from the hospital. This class will help you deal with sleepless nights, exhaustion and communication hurdles. Learn practical skills and vital resources for surviving—and thriving—during those crucial first weeks with your new baby.

Build Successful Study Skills

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Please call or visit online
Time: Please call or visit online
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Helping and adolescent become an independent and responsible adult has it joys and challenges. Our Parenting Adolescents classes and resources can assist you and other parents in overcoming many of the typical hurdles. Learn everything from healthy communication skills, to academic strategies, to dealing with some of the more serious behaviors you may face.

Parenting Support Groups

Breast is Best (Brentwood): Drop in Breastfeeding Support Group

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center, Brentwood
Date: Mondays
Time: 10:30 a.m.- noon
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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This weekly drop-in class, facilitated by a lactation specialist, is a great opportunity for breastfeeding mothers to get basic education about feeding, supplementing, pumping and storing. Basic questions are answered with an opportunity to make individual appointments with the Lactation Consultant if needed.

Breast is Best: Drop in Breastfeeding Support Group

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Wednesdays
Time: 10:30 a.m. -noon
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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This weekly drop-in class, facilitated by a lactation specialist, is a great opportunity for breastfeeding mothers to get basic education about feeding, supplementing, pumping and storing. Basic questions are answered with an opportunity to make individual appointments with the Lactation Consultant if needed. Now available in Brentwood

Perinatal Grief Support Group/Miscarriage Support

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: 510-273-9548

Call (510) 273-9548 for dates and times. Support groups available at the John Muir Women's Health Center.

The Dad's Club

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Monthly, Thursdays; Please call
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Introducing our newest addition for postnatal support: This exclusive for-dads-and-babies group was created to give moms a night off and allow fathers and infants time to bond. A different topic is covered each night.

Postpartum Depression/Anxiety Group

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Call for Dates
Time: Call for times
Phone: (510) 273-9548

Rachelle Portner, BSN, RN, Survivorship Advocate

Breastfeeding Support Line

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date:
Time: 941-7900, option #2
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Answered regularly, this telephone support line was created to help you receive direct services from the comfort of your home.

Breastfeeding Supplies and Products Basics

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Call or go online for dates
Time: Call or go online for times
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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This fun, interactive class teaches when, why and how to pump and store breast milk. Learn which products and supplies support breastfeeding success for you and your baby.

New Parents Group

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Weekly, Thursdays
Time: Call or go online for times and topics
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Discuss baby and parenting issues and connect with others at these welcoming and enjoyable drop-in sessions. A new topic is covered every week.

Breastfeeding Support Services

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center/Birth Center
Date: Please call for more information
Time: Please call for more information
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option#3
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This is a comprehensive breastfeeding program offering a full range of services and support. The program is staffed by International Board Certified Breastfeeding Consultants and certified breastfeeding educators. Private breastfeeding consultations are available to address concerns such as low milk supply, slow or low weight gain, latching problems, and multiples. Other services include: classes and support groups, a phone support line, nursing bra fitters, baby scales, and Medela® breast pump sales and rentals.

Pastoral Care Services Support Groups

Pastoral Care Services

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-5281

John Muir Health offers pastoral care services to our patients, their families, and staff members. In-house chaplains and community clergy are available to see patients every day, and are on-call 24 hours to provide spiritual care for all patients – including those in the Emergency Departments and at the John Muir Trauma Center – regardless of religious tradition. John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus and the John Muir Behavioral Health Center offer Clinical Pastoral Education residency programs. John Muir offers clinical pastoral training and CPE equivalency programs. For more information, call the Pastoral Care Services Department.

Pastoral Care Services

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2133

John Muir Health offers pastoral care services to our patients, their families, and staff members. In-house chaplains and community clergy are available to see patients every day, and are on-call 24 hours to provide spiritual care for all patients – including those in the Emergency Departments and at the John Muir Trauma Center – regardless of religious tradition. John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus and the John Muir Behavioral Health Center offer Clinical Pastoral Education residency programs. John Muir offers clinical pastoral training and CPE equivalency programs. For more information, call the Pastoral Care Services Department.

Prenatal Classes

Diabetes in Pregnancy Programs - Sweet Success

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2077

This comprehensive program for pre-pregnant and pregnant women with diabetes is offered at John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus.

Diabetes in Pregnancy

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-5076

The John Muir Diabetes Center, Walnut Creek Campus offers a program for women who have diabetes prior to becoming pregnant and those who develop gestational diabetes during pregnancy.

Pregnancy Packages

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Call or go online for Dates
Time: Call or go online for times
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Our popular Pregnancy Package is an all-inclusive program for families expecting their first baby. Includes: Prepared Childbirth (choose from Brentwood, Convenience, Low Tech or Personal), Baby Basics, Breastfeeding and Infant CPR for two people.

Breastfeeding

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Call for Dates
Time: Call for times
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Learn about benefits of breastfeeding and get tips from a lactation expert. This class is designed for both partners to attend.

Surviving Your First Weeks at Home

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Call or go online for dates
Time: Call or go online for times
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Prepare to make your transition into parenthood during those crucial first weeks with your newborn.

Infant & Child CPR and safety for Grandparents

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Call or go online for Dates
Time: Call or go online for times
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Join other grandparents or soon-to-be grandparent for instruction in CPR and safety skills for infants and children.

Pregnancy Massage

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Call or go online for Dates
Time: Call or go online for times
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Relieve tension and stress related to pregnancy with a massage designed specifically for the pregnant woman. Massages are provided at the Women's Health Center by a certified massage therapist who specializes in pregnancy massage.

Prenatal for Multiples Classes

Marvelous Multiples

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Call or go online for Dates
Time: Call or go online for times
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Marvelous Multiples®, a national program, is now available at the Women's Health Center. This comprehensive prenatal class series offers expectant parents of twins or more with information regarding the aspects of multiple pregnancy including childbirth, newborn care, and breastfeeding.

Prenatal for Multiples Classes Classes

Multiples Breastfeeding

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Call or go online for Dates
Time: Call or go online for times
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Multiples require different feeding regimens, and flexibility is the key to success. Learn how to successfully feed your babies- whether you choose to breast or bottle feed- and maybe even how to get a little sleep.

Pulmonary Rehabilitation Classes

Pulmonary Rehabilitation Maintenance Exercise Program

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-5291

An ongoing exercise program and monthly educational/ support group sessions are offered for graduates of the initial John Muir Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program. Physician referral is required.

Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2351

An intensive six-week educational and exercise program for patients with chronic lung disease. Physician referral is required.

Pulmonary Rehabilitation Maintenance Exercise Program

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 674-2351

An ongoing exercise program and monthly educational/ support group sessions are offered for graduates of the initial John Muir Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program. Physician referral is required.

Pulmonary Rehabilitation Support Groups

Sleep Apnea Patient Support Group

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 935-7667

Support is offered for individuals suffering from sleep apnea and their significant others as well as other interested parties.

Rehabilitation Services Classes

Biofeedback

Location: John Muir Physical Rehabilitation, Walnut Creek
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-3224

Treatment using computer monitoring of muscle tension, skin temperature and other physical signs to retrain movement patterns and decrease pain from repetitive strain and associated injuries. Biofeedback can also be used to treat chronic or migraine headaches, not associated with other disease processes

Basic Pilates Mat Class

Location: John Muir Physical Rehabilitation, Walnut Creek
Date: Wednesdays
Time: 5:45-6:45 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-5300

Class is for former physical therapy patients for safely guiding patients toward rehabilitating an injury and transition into community classes. Taught by Pilates-certified physical therapists. Physician referral required.

Balance Improvement Class

Location: John Muir Physical Rehabilitation, Walnut Creek
Date: Tuesdays and Fridays
Time: 1-2 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-5300

This class is for patients with mild balance impairments who want to continue exercising under the supervision of skilled therapists. Caretakers may need to be present if participants need assistance getting on or off equipment. Participants must meet the following criteria: Medical release signed by an M.D., stable vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, respiration), six months or more after date of stroke (post cerebral vascular accident (stroke), completed treatment in a one-on-one therapy program.

Adaptive Driving Program

Location: John Muir Physical Rehabilitation, Walnut Creek
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-5300

Behind-the-wheel assessment and training is offered for individuals with physical, visual, perceptual and cognitive deficits.

Rehabilitation Services Programs/Services

Swallowing Therapy

Location: Please call
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-5300

Evaluation and treatment of swallowing dysfunction which may result in compromised nutrition, choking or aspiration. Performed by a licensed speech pathologist. Physician referral required

Hand Therapy

Location: Please call
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-3224

Our hand therapy team is led by highly skilled certified hand therapists (CHT). Individualized, comprehensive upper extremity treatment is available for repetitive strain injuries, trauma, industrial injuries and general hand injuries and conditions. Offered at all sites. Physician referral required.

Senior Services Classes

The Wonders of Guided Imagery and Self-Hypnosis

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center, Brentwood
Date: November 12
Time: 9:30 – 11 a.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Gain the ability to become supremely relaxed. In this class, you'll learn simple techniques that will allow for less stressful daily living, better sleep, and an overall improvement in your quality of life.

Welcome to Medicare

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: November 11
Time: 7 – 9:30 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

This course is for those new to Medicare, or soon to enroll, who want to understand the many benefits available. Learn about health benefits, drug coverage and how to supplement your coverage. Medicare & You 2009 booklet and other materials are provided. Presented by the Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) of Contra Costa County. HICAP does not sell or endorse insurance products.

The Changing Brain

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: November 13
Time: 9:30 – 11 a.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Our brains are in a constant state of change and adaptation to our environment. Sometimes these changes enhance our functioning, other times changes are a response to a disease or medical condition that cause a decline in function. This presentation includes information on our changing brains, lifestyle choices that support a healthy brain, diseases and medical conditions that affect our brain, and how to identify differences between normal changes in brain function versus abnormal loss of function.

AARP Driver Safety Training (2-day class)

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: November 10
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Senior Services offers the AARP Driver Safety Training program at JMMC, Concord Campus and JMMC, Walnut Creek Campus. This eight-hour classroom course, designed for motorists over age 50, helps drivers refine existing skills and develop safe, defensive driving techniques. Also offered is the new four-and-a-half hour refresher course for those who have taken the eight-hour course within the last four years. Bring your certificate for verification. The refresher course can be repeated every three years. Classes fill up quickly so please register early!

Managing and Conquering Anger and Frustration

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center - Tice Valley/Rossmoor Campus
Date: December 4
Time: 9:30 – 11 a.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

This is an important component in having a happy and comfortable journey through our older adult years. As we age, we typically become less tolerant of people and may lose patience more easily. Learn the necessary techniques to reverse these tendencies and be a generally happier person.

AARP Driver Safety Training (1-day class)

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: December 12
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Senior Services offers the AARP Driver Safety Training program at JMMC, Concord Campus and JMMC, Walnut Creek Campus. This eight-hour classroom course, designed for motorists over age 50, helps drivers refine existing skills and develop safe, defensive driving techniques. Also offered is the new four-and-a-half hour refresher course for those who have taken the eight-hour course within the last four years. Bring your certificate for verification. The refresher course can be repeated every three years. Classes fill up quickly so please register early!

Who Will Speak for You? Advance Health Care Directives

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center, Brentwood
Date: December 9
Time: 10:00 a.m. – Noon
Phone: (925) 947-3300

All adults, regardless of age, need to understand how they can have control over their own life and death decisions. Suzanne Leib, Geriatric Care Coordinator, provides detailed information regarding the choices you or your family may face due to an accident or serious illness. This is an opportunity to clarify your own choices and make sure they will be carried out should you become unable to make your own health care decisions. Required documents will be provided.

Welcome to Medicare

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Campus
Date: December 9
Time: 7 – 9:30 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

This course is for those new to Medicare, or soon to enroll, who want to understand the many benefits available. Learn about health benefits, drug coverage and how to supplement your coverage. Medicare & You 2009 booklet and other materials are provided. Presented by the Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) of Contra Costa County. HICAP does not sell or endorse insurance products.

Care Coordination - Navigating Your Healthcare

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: November 19
Time: 9:30 – 11 a.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

In today's complex healthcare system, patients interface with a variety of settings and practitioners. Navigating this system is very challenging. An experienced nurse gives you suggestions on how to navigate the system smoothly and effectively and discuss the role of care coordination.

AARP Driver Safety Training (refresher class)

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: November 14
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Senior Services offers the AARP Driver Safety Training program at JMMC, Concord Campus and JMMC, Walnut Creek Campus. This eight-hour classroom course, designed for motorists over age 50, helps drivers refine existing skills and develop safe, defensive driving techniques. Also offered is the new four-and-a-half hour refresher course for those who have taken the eight-hour course within the last four years. Bring your certificate for verification. The refresher course can be repeated every three years. Classes fill up quickly so please register early!

Senior Services Programs

Prescription Medication Assistance

Location: John Muir Senior Services
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Many pharmaceutical companies offer a limited supply of free or low-cost medications to Medicare patients in need through their patient assistance programs. Senior Services staff can identify programs for specific medications and assist with the application process for patients receiving care from a John Muir Health physician.

HICAP - Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program

Location: Senior Services Office
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-3300

HICAP is a volunteer-supported program that provides unbiased information about Medicare, related health care coverage, and long-term care insurance to help Medicare beneficiates make the best choices for their individual health care needs. Senior Services offers private appointments with a HICAP counselor three times a month.

Senior Services Screenings

Blood Pressure

Location: Martinez Senior Center, 818 Green Street, Martinez
Date: 2nd Monday
Time: 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Senior Services recognizes and supports the importance of routine health maintenance activities. Blood pressure screening is provided free of charge at various locations in the community for a one-time check or to assist individuals who monitor their health status on an on-going basis as part of treatment for chronic conditions.

Blood Pressure

Location: Pleasant Hill Senior Center, 233 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill
Date: 1st Monday
Time: 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Senior Services recognizes and supports the importance of routine health maintenance activities. Blood pressure screening is provided free of charge at various locations in the community for a one-time check or to assist individuals who monitor their health status on an on-going basis as part of treatment for chronic conditions.

Blood Pressure

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center, 1220 Rossmoor Pkwy, Walnut Creek
Date: 3rd Monday
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Senior Services recognizes and supports the importance of routine health maintenance activities. Blood pressure screening is provided free of charge at various locations in the community for a one-time check or to assist individuals who monitor their health status on an on-going basis as part of treatment for chronic conditions.

Blood Pressure

Location: Jewish Community Center, 2071 Tice Valley Blvd, Walnut Creek
Date: 3rd Thursday
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Senior Services recognizes and supports the importance of routine health maintenance activities. Blood pressure screening is provided free of charge at various locations in the community for a one-time check or to assist individuals who monitor their health status on an on-going basis as part of treatment for chronic conditions.

Blood Pressure

Location: Antioch Senior Center, 415 West 2nd Street, Antioch
Date: 3rd Monday
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Senior Services recognizes and supports the importance of routine health maintenance activities. Blood pressure screening is provided free of charge at various locations in the community for a one-time check or to assist individuals who monitor their health status on an on-going basis as part of treatment for chronic conditions.

Blood Pressure

Location: Brentwood Senior Center, 193 Griffith Lane, Brentwood
Date: 3rd Wednesday
Time: 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. & 1:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Senior Services recognizes and supports the importance of routine health maintenance activities. Blood pressure screening is provided free of charge at various locations in the community for a one-time check or to assist individuals who monitor their health status on an on-going basis as part of treatment for chronic conditions.

Blood Pressure

Location: Danville Senior Center, 400 Hartz Avenue, Danville
Date: 1st & 3rd Monday
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Senior Services recognizes and supports the importance of routine health maintenance activities. Blood pressure screening is provided free of charge at various locations in the community for a one-time check or to assist individuals who monitor their health status on an on-going basis as part of treatment for chronic conditions.

Memory Screening

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center - Rossmoor, 1220 Rossmoor Parkway, Walnut Creek
Date: December 16
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

If you have concerns about your memory, take advantage of a seven-minute screening provided in conjunction with John Muir Health Neurosciences Institute. All appointments are scheduled for thirty minutes.

Memory Screening

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center - Rossmoor, 1220 Rossmoor Parkway, Walnut Creek
Date: December 15
Time: 9:00 a.m. – Noon
Phone: (925) 947-3300

If you have concerns about your memory, take advantage of a seven-minute screening provided in conjunction with John Muir Health Neurosciences Institute. All appointments are scheduled for thirty minutes.

Memory Screening

Location: John Muir Senior Services, 3480 Buskirk Ave., Suite 100, Pleasant Hill
Date: December 16
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

If you have concerns about your memory, take advantage of a seven-minute screening provided in conjunction with John Muir Health Neurosciences Institute. All appointments are scheduled for thirty minutes.

Memory Screening

Location: John Muir Senior Services, 3480 Buskirk Ave., Suite 100, Pleasant Hill
Date: December 15
Time: 9:00 a.m. – Noon
Phone: (925) 947-3300

If you have concerns about your memory, take advantage of a seven-minute screening provided in conjunction with John Muir Health Neurosciences Institute. All appointments are scheduled for thirty minutes.

Memory Screening

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center - Brentwood, 2400 Balfour Road, Suite 201
Date: December 15
Time: 9:00 a.m. – Noon
Phone: (925) 947-3300

If you have concerns about your memory, take advantage of a seven-minute screening provided in conjunction with John Muir Health Neurosciences Institute. All appointments are scheduled for thirty minutes.

Blood Pressure

Location: Pittsburg Senior Center, 300 Presidio Lane, Pittsburg
Date: 3rd Friday
Time: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Senior Services recognizes and supports the importance of routine health maintenance activities. Blood pressure screening is provided free of charge at various locations in the community for a one-time check or to assist individuals who monitor their health status on an on-going basis as part of treatment for chronic conditions.

Memory Screening

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center - Brentwood, 2400 Balfour Road, Suite 201
Date: December 16
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

If you have concerns about your memory, take advantage of a seven-minute screening provided in conjunction with John Muir Health Neurosciences Institute. All appointments are scheduled for thirty minutes.

Blood Pressure

Location: Lafayette Senior Center, 500 St. Mary's Road, Lafayette
Date: 4th Friday
Time: 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Senior Services recognizes and supports the importance of routine health maintenance activities. Blood pressure screening is provided free of charge at various locations in the community for a one-time check or to assist individuals who monitor their health status on an on-going basis as part of treatment for chronic conditions.

Memory Screening

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center - Brentwood, 2400 Balfour Road, Suite 201
Date: November 17
Time: 9:00 a.m. – Noon
Phone: (925) 947-3300

If you have concerns about your memory, take advantage of a seven-minute screening provided in conjunction with John Muir Health Neurosciences Institute. All appointments are scheduled for thirty minutes.

Memory Screening

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center - Rossmoor, 1220 Rossmoor Parkway, Walnut Creek
Date: November 17
Time: 9:00 a.m. – Noon
Phone: (925) 947-3300

If you have concerns about your memory, take advantage of a seven-minute screening provided in conjunction with John Muir Health Neurosciences Institute. All appointments are scheduled for thirty minutes.

Blood Pressure

Location: First Presbyterian Church, 1965 Colfax, Concord
Date: 2nd Tuesday
Time: 10:00 a.m. – Noon
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Senior Services recognizes and supports the importance of routine health maintenance activities. Blood pressure screening is provided free of charge at various locations in the community for a one-time check or to assist individuals who monitor their health status on an on-going basis as part of treatment for chronic conditions.

Blood Pressure

Location: Concord Senior Center, 2727 Parkside Circle, Concord
Date: 3rd Friday
Time: 10:00 a.m. – Noon
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Senior Services recognizes and supports the importance of routine health maintenance activities. Blood pressure screening is provided free of charge at various locations in the community for a one-time check or to assist individuals who monitor their health status on an on-going basis as part of treatment for chronic conditions.

Blood Pressure

Location: Walnut Creek Senior Center, 1375 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek
Date: 2nd Wednesday
Time: 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Senior Services recognizes and supports the importance of routine health maintenance activities. Blood pressure screening is provided free of charge at various locations in the community for a one-time check or to assist individuals who monitor their health status on an on-going basis as part of treatment for chronic conditions.

Blood Pressure

Location: Alcosta (San Ramon) Senior Center, 9300 Alcosta Boulevard, San Ramon
Date: 4th Thursday
Time: 11:00 a.m. – Noon
Phone: (925) 947-3300

Senior Services recognizes and supports the importance of routine health maintenance activities. Blood pressure screening is provided free of charge at various locations in the community for a one-time check or to assist individuals who monitor their health status on an on-going basis as part of treatment for chronic conditions.

Memory Screening

Location: John Muir Senior Services, 3480 Buskirk Ave., Suite 100, Pleasant Hill
Date: November 17
Time: 9:00 a.m. – Noon
Phone: (925) 947-3300

If you have concerns about your memory, take advantage of a seven-minute screening provided in conjunction with John Muir Health Neurosciences Institute. All appointments are scheduled for thirty minutes.

Memory Screening

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center - Brentwood, 2400 Balfour Road, Suite 201
Date: November 18
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

If you have concerns about your memory, take advantage of a seven-minute screening provided in conjunction with John Muir Health Neurosciences Institute. All appointments are scheduled for thirty minutes.

Memory Screening

Location: John Muir Outpatient Center - Rossmoor, 1220 Rossmoor Parkway, Walnut Creek
Date: November 18
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

If you have concerns about your memory, take advantage of a seven-minute screening provided in conjunction with John Muir Health Neurosciences Institute. All appointments are scheduled for thirty minutes.

Memory Screening

Location: John Muir Senior Services, 3480 Buskirk Ave., Suite 100, Pleasant Hill
Date: November 18
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

If you have concerns about your memory, take advantage of a seven-minute screening provided in conjunction with John Muir Health Neurosciences Institute. All appointments are scheduled for thirty minutes.

Senior Services Support Groups

Grief Support Group

Location: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Campus
Date: 2nd and 4th Mondays of every month
Time: 6:30 – 7:45 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

John Muir Senior Services facilitates a number of support groups for seniors and their families including Adult Caregivers, ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease), Arthritis and Fibromyalgia, Grief Support, and Stroke Support.

Stroke Support Group

Location: John Muir Medical Center - alternates between Walnut Creek and Concord
Date: 2nd Monday of every month
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300

The Stroke Support Group provides a supportive environment in which the stroke survivor can begin reintegration into the mainstream of life. The group also provides emotional and social support for stroke patients, their friends and family.

Stroke Support Groups

Stroke Support Group

Location: Call for more info
Date: 2nd Monday
Time: 7 - 9 p.m.
Phone: (925) 947-3300 or (925) 674-258

Support is provided for individuals recovering from a stroke as well as their family members and caregivers.

Women's Health Center Classes

The Wonders of Guided Imagery and Self-Hypnosis

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Thursday, December 3rd
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Gain the ability to become supremely relaxed. In this class, you'll learn simple techniques that facilitate less stressful daily living, better sleep and an overall improvement in your quality of life.

Managing Stress and Anger Series

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Mondays, October 19th and 26th
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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There are healthy ways to manage stress and anger. Address causes and discover remedies for your life.

Women's Health Center Programs/Services

Wig Source

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 947-5328
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Assists cancer patients by providing complementary wigs. Meets 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month at the Women's Center, 1656 North California Blvd, Walnut Creek.

Women's Health Center Screenings

Comprehensive Health Screening

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-7965
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This private, one-hour session provides a comprehensive screening that is not typically offered in your provider's office. Receive one-on-one education regarding your customized fitness reports and risks for heart disease. Results from your session will be sent to your provider, who will assist in your ongoing preventative care.

Women's Heart Spa Package

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-7965
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This one-stop package provides essential screenings with the added benefit of a spa treatment. It includes a Comprehensive Heart Screening, Mammogram, Bone density screening, and a massage or facial.

Full Lipid and Glucose Screening

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Please call
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-7965
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Receive a full lipid and glucose screening along with a blood pressure check to help identify your risk factors for heart disease. You must fast for 12 hours prior to your scheduled appointment.

Blood Pressure Screening

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Monday- Friday
Time: 9 a.m.-5p.m.
Phone: (925) 941-7965
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Drop in the Women's Health Center and get your blood pressure checked.

Women's Health Center Seminars

The Wonders of Guided Imagery and Self-Hypnosis

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Thursday, December 3rd
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Navigating a Sea of Change after Breast Cancer

Physician Speaker Series

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Please go online or call for topics and dates
Time: Please call
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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Get more information on a variety of health topics from John Muir Health Physicians in our free Physician Lecture Series.