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SUMMER 1995 ISSUE
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SINAI HOSPITAL
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Sinai Hospital Health and Fitness Programs,
Support Groups and Special Services
S
inai Hospital offers a variety of health
education programs, support groups
and services. There is no charge for
the following programs and services
unless otherwise noted. Programs and
services are held at locations throughout
metropolitan Detroit.
Please note the location and address of
the program of interest to you.
Health and Fitness
Support Programs
Health and Wellness Program
NICU Parents Support Group
This program is designed for those who don't
have heart disease and want to get started on
a plan to improve their overall fitness. For fee
and other information, contact the Cardiovas-
cular Fitness Center at (313) 493-6333.
This support group is directed to parents of in-
fants in Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive
Care Unit (NICU).
Location: Sinai Hospital Neonatal
Conference Room
Time and Dates: 6 p.m., Mondays
Contact: Terri Schaller, (313) 493-5200
Support Groups
Pregnancy Loss Support Group
Adult Caregiver Support Group
Co-sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation and
Sinai's Department of Physical Medicine and
Rehabilitation, ASHC is a six-week program
for individuals with arthritis and others close
to them. Topics covered include energy conser-
vation, exercise, pain control, relaxation and
nutrition. A $20.00 fee supports the Arthritis
Foundation. For more information, call Mary
Kay Currie, OTR, at (313) 493-5231.
This group offers support to adult caregivers
who are caring for a loved one who is sick or dis-
abled. Meetings are held from 34:30 p.m. at the
the Jewish Community Center (JCC) Maple/
Drake Bldg., Functional Recovery Program
classroom, second floor, 6600 West Maple,
West Bloomfield, and at Sinai Hospital in
the West Conference Room (near Zuckerman
Auditorium).
Location: JCC Maple/Drake Building
Date: Second Thursday of each month
Location: Sinai Hospital West Conference Room
Date: Fourth Thursday of each month
Contact: Social Work Office, (313) 493-5200
Cancer Education Programs
Heart to Heart
For information on cancer education programs
contact Linda Diaz at (313) 493-6507.
This support group offers topical information
on healthy lifestyles for heart patients and their
families.
Location: Sinai Hospital Zuckerman
Dining Room
Time: 7 p.m.
Date: Third Wednesday of each month
Contact: Marlene Mullin, (313) 493-5000
Arthritis Self Help Course (ASHC)
Cardiac Rehabilitation Program
This state-of-the-art rehabilitation program has
been developed for those who have had bypass
surgery, a heart attack or have been diagnosed
for heart disease. This ongoing program is held
at Sinai's Blumberg Health Center and is cov-
ered by most insurance programs. For infor-
mation, call (313) 493-6333.
Cardiovascular Fitness Evaluation
The Cardiovascular Fitness Evaluation has been
developed for individuals who want to find out
their overall fitness level. The evaluation in-
cludes blood work, medical history, body fat
analysis, treadmill fitness test and exercise
prescription. The program is held at Sinai Hos-
pital's Cardiovascular Fitness Center in the
Blumberg Health Center. For fee and other in-
formation, call (313) 493-6333.
Childbirth and Family Life Education
Sinai Hospital offers numerous classes in child-
birth and family life education both at Sinai
Hospital and at various settings in the com-
munity. Among the classes offered are: Pre-
pared Childbirth, VBAC (Vaginal Birth After
Caesarean), CPR, Parenting and many others.
To receive a brochure with complete class
descriptions, call 1-800-248-3627.
Diabetes Education
The Diabetes Outpatient Education Program
will help the person with diabetes, their fami-
ly, and significant others learn about diabetes
and needed self-management skills. The pro-
gram fee is covered-by Medicare, Medicaid,
HAP, and several other insurance programs.
Professionals can participate in this program
and receive CEU credit. For more information
or to register for the Diabetes Outpatient
Education Program, call (810) 646-9898.
Freedom from Smoking
Sinai Hospital co-sponsors "Freedom from
Smoking," a program of the American Lung
Association of Michigan. The eight-week pro-
gram begins with a free orientation. Partici-
pants who wish to continue with the program
pay $65 following orientation. To register or to
find out the date of the next orientation session,
call SinaiSource at 1-800-248-3627.
Pregnancy Loss Support Groups will be held at
the Bloomfield Township Library. For more
information, call Ramona Rukstele at (313)
493-5455.
Pregnancy After Loss Support Group
The Pregnancy After Loss Support Group is
available by request and meetings are held when
enough families are interested. For information,
please call Ramona Rukstele, (313) 493-5455.
Schizophrenics Anonymous
This support group is directed to schizophrenic
individuals. For information, call (313) 493-6850.
Location: Sinai Hospital Gargaro Building,
corner of McNichols and Greenfield
Time: 34 p.m.
Date: Tuesdays
Stepping Stones Stroke Club
The Stepping Stones Stroke Club is directed at
individuals who have had a stroke.
Location: Sinai Hospital Unit 24 Dining Room
Times and Dates: 6:30 p.m. on the first
Tuesday of the month and 1:30 p.m. on the
third Wednesday of the month.
Contact: Renee Blesch-Hill, (313) 493-5346
Living with Cancer
This support group is directed to individuals
with a diagnosis of cancer, their families and
friends. A series of six weekly sessions with
guests speakers is offered quarterly. There is
no charge, however, preregistration is required.
Contact: Linda Diaz, (313) 493-6507
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Cancer Counseling
Contact: Linda Diaz, (313) 493-6507
Outpatient Diabetes Counseling
Contact: Micki Juip, (313) 493-6037
Fee: Consultation charge may be covered by
insurance
Premarital Counseling Classes
Monthly classes are offered at a variety of sub-
urban locations. Attendance at this class meets
the requirements for the certificate needed for
a Michigan marriage license. HIV and other
sexually transmitted diseases will be discussed.
Couples will receive some free gifts and infor-
mation about Sinai services during the class.
Registration is available by telephone at
1-800-248-3627 and then choose the Childbirth
Education option. There is a $20 fee per couple
for this class.
Lactation (Breastfeeding) Services:
Contact: (313) 493-5241
These are support services
offered at Sinai. Hospital.
For a referral to a Sinai
physician, call
-800-248-3627
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HealthNews Quiz
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Low Vision Support Groups are held at two
locations: Jewish Community Center of Met-
ropolitan Detroit Maple/Drake Building, 6600
West Maple Road, West Bloomfield, and the
Jewish Community Center Jimmy Prentis
Morris Building, 15110 West 10 Mile Road,
Oak Park.
Location: Jewish Community Center Maple/
Drake Building
Contact: Margo Weitzer, (810) 661-1000
ext. 314
Location: Jewish Community Center
Jimmy Prentis Morris building
Contact: Elaine Roman, (313) 493-5514
Address
City
State
1. Ulcers are caused by eating spicy
or irritating foods.
a. true
b. false
With the controversy around sili-
cone breast implants, a woman
no longer has reconstruction
options should a breast need
removal because of cancer.
a. true
b. false
3. Things which affect blood sugar
levels include:
a. diet.
b. exercise/activity level.
c.
d. diabetes.
e. a and c only
f. all of the above
4. Eyesight can only be corrected by
eyeglasses.
a. true
b. false
Manic-depressive & Depressive
Association (MDDA) Support Group
This support group is directed at individuals
who have manic-depressive and depressive
disorders. Support group sessions are offered
in Sinai Blumberg Health Center at the Sinai
Hospital Day Hospital located at the Jewish
Community Center, Maple/Drake Building,
6600 West Maple Road, West Bloomfield.
Location: Sinai Blumberg Health Center,
Ste. 200
Time: 3:30- 5 p.m.
Dates: First and third Wednesday of
every month
Contact: (313) 493-6295
Location: Jewish Community Center/
W. Bloomfield, Room 316
Time: 3 p.m.
Dates: Third Wednesday of every month
Contact: Joanne Zussman, (810) 661-8444
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without surgery.
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7. Some forms of diabetes
a. are inherited.
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injected insulin.
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