FALL 1995 ISSUE Sinai Hospital Health and Fitness Programs, Support Groups and Special Services Sinai Hospital offers a variety of health educa- tion 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 pro- gram of interest to you. Health and Fitness Support Programs Arthritis Self Help Course (ASHC) 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 nu- trition. A $20.00 fee supports the Arthritis Foundation. For more information, call Mary Kay Currie, OTR, at (313) 493-5231. Cancer Education Programs For information on cancer education programs contact Linda Diaz at (313) 493-6507. 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 with heart disease. This ongoing program is held at Sinai's Blumberg Health Center and is covered by most insurance programs. For in- formation, call (313) 493-6333. Cardiovascular Fitness Evaluation The Cardiovascular Fitness Evaluation has been developed for individuals who want to deter- mine their overall fitness level. The evaluation includes blood work, medical history, body fat analysis, treadmill fitness test and exercise pre- scription. The program is held at Sinai Hospi- tal'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 Hos- pital and at various settings in the community. Among the classes offered are: Prepared Child- birth, 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. Profes- sionals can participate in this program and receive CEU credit. For more information or to register for the Diabetes Outpatient Educa- tion Program, call (810) 646-9898. Freedom from Smoking Sinai Hospital co-sponsors "Freedom from Smok- ing," a program of the American Lung Associ- ation of Michigan. The eight-week program begins with a free orientation. Participants who wish to continue with the program pay $65 fol- lowing orientation. To register or to find out the date of the next orientation session, call SinaiSource at 1-800-248-3627. Health and Wellness Program 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 Cardiovascular Fitness Center at (313) 493-6333. Support Groups Adult Caregiver Support Group This group offers support to adult caregivers who are caring for a loved one who is sick or disabled. Meetings are held from 3-4:30 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 Heart to Heart 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 Living with Cancer Location: Sinai Hospital Neonatal Conference Room Time and Dates: 6 p.m., Mondays Contact: Terri Scheifier, (313) 493-5200 ■ SINAI HOSPITAL Special Services Cancer Counseling Contact: Linda Diaz, (313) 493-6507 Pregnancy Loss Support Group Hospice Care Pregnancy Loss Support Groups will be held at the Bloomfield Township Library. For more in- formation, call Ramona Rukstele at (313) 493- 5455. Hospice care is available for patients with life- limiting illnesses. Contact: Stephanie Watson, (810) 443-7644 Pregnancy After Loss Support Group Contact: Micki Juip, (313) 493-6037 Fee: Consultation charge may be covered by insurance 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, cor- ner of McNichols and Greenfield . Time: 3-4 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 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 Outpatient Diabetes Counseling 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. REV and other sex- ually 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 Edu- cation 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 r Low Vision Support Group YOU WILL RECEIVE;THE CORRECT ANSWERS AND A GIFT FOR PARTICIPATING! Low Vision Support Groups are held at two lo- cations: Jewish Community Center of Metro- politan Detroit Maple/Drake Building, 6600 West Maple Road, West Bloomfield, and the Jewish Community Center Jimmy Prentis Mor- ris 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 Name Address State City 1. Parkinson's Disease is fatal. a. True b. False Manic-depressive & Depressive Association (MDDA) Support Group 2. Parkinson's Disease a. occurs in the elderly. b. can occur in people in their 30s. c. is fatal. d. all of the above. e. a & b only. This support group is directed at individuals who have manic-depressive and depressive dis- orders. Support group sessions are offered in Sinai Blumberg Health Center and at the Sinai Day Hospital — West Bloomfield, 6016 West Maple Road. 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: Sinai Day Hospital — West Bloomfield, Suite 700 Time: 3:30 p.m. Dates: Third Wednesday of every month Contact: Joanne Zussman, (810) 661-8444 3 Alzheimer's disease a. is another name for Parkinson's. b. is treatable. c. disables the brain. . 4. Most people at age 95 have Alzheirner's. a. True b. False NICU Parents Support Group This support group is directed to parents of in- fants in Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). • smai ft • >1 ‘i•••, • !;, Zip 5. Autoimmune diseases are easily diagnosed. a. True b. False 6. Examples of authimniune diseases include: a. diabetes. b. measles. c. rheumatoid arthritis, d. all of the above. e. a & c only. 7. Autoimmmie diseases are treatable. a. True b. False