June 2, 2010 H ealth W atch Lead Poisoning Prevention— Learn how to protect your family from lead poisoning. Ideal for folks in live in older homes with children or preg nant women. Qualified participants receive a free kit o f safety and test ing supplies. Call 503-284-6827. ïln' |Jortlanb ODhsvruer safe, simple screening using ankle and arm blood pressure. The fee is $40. To schedule an appointment, call 503-251-6137. M aternity W ater W o r k o u t- Help ing new moms regain muscle tone, strength, and flexibility, all in the support and freedom o f the water. Call 503-256-4000 for more informa S m o k e-F ree S u p p o rt G rou p — tion. Meets Mondays, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. For information, call 503-256-4000. S en ior A erob ics — A low-impact Page 7 workout geared specifically toward seniors. Call 503-449-0783 for cur rent schedule. C harles Drew Blood Drive - The Am erican Red Cross, 3131 N. Vancouver. Ave., hosts the Charles Drew Blood Drive, Saturday, June Osteoporosis Screening — An ul 12 from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Special trasound bone density screening refreshments provided by Delta with personalized education; fee $30. Sigma Theta. Activities for children. To schedule an appointment, call For more information or to register, 503-261-6611. call 1-800-RED CROSS. P aren tin g C lasses — Newborns don’t come with instruction manu als but parents and parents-to-be can learn about a variety o f topics from pain and c h ild b irth to breastfeeding to infant CPR and much more. For a schedule o f events, call 5 0 3 -5 7 4 -6 5 9 5 or v isit: providence.org/classes. “Desperation...” Cardiac-Rehab Exercises— A medi Feelings of g uilt...” cally supervised exercise program for people dealing with heart condi tions. For information, call 503-251 - 6260. Strok e A lert S creen in g -- Check your carotid arteries with a painless ultrasound to assess your risk. Fee $40. To schedule a screening, call 503-251-6137. “Gambling had a hold on m e..." Em powerm ent through Relaxation — Free informal meditation classes that address breathing techniques, some gentle ancient African yoga poses and mental balancing tech niques— People have left these classes joyful and with a peaceful view o f their lives. We have these sessions bi-m onthly— Call Dr. Marcelitte Failla at 503-228-6140. Heart Talk Support G rou p — Meets 'X> “I got the help I needed and I got my life back on the second Monday o f each month; from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, call 503-251 -6260. F amily C aregiver Support G roup - - This topic-oriented group offers a safe place to discuss the stresses, challenges and rewards of provid ing care to an older relative or friend. Meets the first Thursday o f each month at 3 p.m. at Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital. » C hronic Pain S u p p ort G roup — Meets the first Wednesday at 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and the third Wednes day o f each month, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call 503-256-4000. C holesterol P rofiles — Get the re sources to help you keep an eye on your cholesterol and other indica tors o f heart health. Educational material provided. For more infor mation, call 503-261-661 1. P ow erfulT oolsF orC a regivers—6- week educational series designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for rela tives or friends with chronic illness. Class size is limited, and registration is required. Call 503-413-8018. L eg A lert S creen in g — Check for peripheral arterial disease with this | | | If you need help with a gambling problem, treatment is there for you. It’s free, confidential and it works. • Get your life back 1 877 MY LIMIT or log on io 1877MYLIMIT.org for help? J’