John Muir Health Events

Cancer Support Group

John Muir Health Events — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:00:00 -0500

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.

The Wonders of Guided Imagery and Self-Hypnosis

John Muir Health Events — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 08:00:00 -0500

Location: John Muir Women's Health Center
Date: Thursday, December 3rd
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
Phone: (925) 941-7900, option #3
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.

Mended Hearts Visitors

John Muir Health Events — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 03:00:00 -0500

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.

Managing and Conquering Anger and Frustration

John Muir Health Events — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 08:00:00 -0500

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.

Mental Illness Family and Caregivers Support Group

John Muir Health Events — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 08:00:00 -0500

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 Support Group in East Bay

John Muir Health Events — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 08:00:00 -0500

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.

Couples and Cancer

John Muir Health Events — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 08:00:00 -0500

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.

Who Will Speak for You? Advance Health Care Directives

John Muir Health Events — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 08:00:00 -0500

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

John Muir Health Events — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 08:00:00 -0500

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.

Spanish Speaking Support Group

John Muir Health Events — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 08:00:00 -0500

Location: John Muir Cancer Institute, Concord Campus, 2720 Grant Street
Date: Third Thursday
Time: noon - 2 p.m.
Phone: (925) 933-0107
This support group is conducted in Spanish and is for anyone dealing with a cancer diagnosis who may or may not be in the midst of treatment. During these drop-in sessions, the group discusses how to sort out emotions and feelings and to develop strategies to cope with cancer better. For information in Spanish please call 1-800-556-0477.

Liver Support Group

John Muir Health Events — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 08:00:00 -0500

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

HIV/AIDS Support Group

John Muir Health Events — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 08:00:00 -0500

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.

NAMI Speakers Meeting

John Muir Health Events — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 03:00:00 -0500

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!

AARP Driver Safety Training (1-day class)

John Muir Health Events — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 08:00:00 -0500

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!

Memory Screening

John Muir Health Events — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 08:00:00 -0500

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.