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SINAI HOSPITAL
HealthNews
Sinai Hospital Health and Fitness Programs, Support Groups and Special Services
Health and Fitness Support Programs
Arthritis Aquatics
This Arthritis Foundation Aquatics program is a
recreational program provided in a heated pool.
Participants are led by trained personnel through
a series of specially designed exercises which, with
the aid of the water's buoyancy and resistance, can
help improve joint flexibility and relieve pain and
stiffness. There are two levels — basic and plus.
These courses run two times a week for six weeks
at Sinai Physical and Occupational Therapy at
Crown Pointe, 25900 Greenfield Road, Suite 110,
Oak Park, MI 48237. Class size is limited and the
fee is $50. For more information, please call
810-968-3900.
Arthritis Self Help Course (ASHC)
Co-sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation and
Sinai's Department of Physical Medicine and Re-
habilitation, ASHC is a six-week program for in-
dividuals with arthritis and others close to them.
Topics covered include energy conservation, exer-
cise, pain control, relaxation and nutrition. A $20
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 for
heart disease. This ongoing program is held at
Sinai's Blumberg Health Center and is covered by
most insurance programs. For information, call
313493-6333.
Cardiovascular Fitness Evaluation
The Cardiovascular Fitness Evaluation has been
developed for individuals who want to find out their
overall fitness level. The evaluation includes blood
work, medical history, body fat analysis, treadmill
fitness test and exercise prescription. The program
is held at Sinai Hospital's Cardiovascular Fitness
Center in the Blumberg Health Center. For fee
and other information, call 313-493-6333.
Childbirth and Family Life Education
Sinai Hospital offers numerous classes in childbirth
and family life education both at Sinai Hospital and
at various settings in the community. Among the
classes offered are Prepared Childbirth, VBAC
(Vaginal Birth After Caesarean), CPR, Parenting
and many others. To receive a brochure with com-
plete class descriptions, call 313-493-6086.
Diabetes Education
The Diabetes Outpatient Education Program will
help the person with diabetes, their family and sig-
nificant others learn about diabetes and needed
self-management skills. The program fee is covered
by Medicare, Medicaid, HAP and several other in-
surance programs. Professionals can participate in
this program and receive CEU credit. For more in-
formation or to register for the Diabetes Outpatient
Education Program, call 810-646-9898.
Freedom from Smoking
Sinai Hospital co-sponsors "Freedom from Smok-
ing," a program of the American Lung Association
of Michigan. The eight-week program begins with
a free orientation. Participants who wish to con-
tinue with the program pay $65 following orienta-
tion. 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.
People with Arthritis Can Exercise (P.A.C.E.)
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
This eight week course is open to anyone with
arthritis or muscle and joint stiffness who might
benefit from a well-paced, supervised exercise pro-
gram taught by a certified instructor. This class
combines exercise and health education with top-
ics such as relaxation techniques and pain man-
agement. This course runs from February 20 - April
11, 1996 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday and
Thursday evenings. Classes are held at the Sinai
Physical and Occupational Therapy at Crown
Pointe in Oak Park. The cost of this class is $65
which includes a manual. Pre-registration is re-
quired and class size is limited. For more informa-
tion, please call 810-968-3900.
NICU Parents Support Group
This support group is directed to parents of infants
in Sinai Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
(NICU).
Location: Sinai Hospital Neonatal Conference Room
Time and Dates: 6 p.m., Mondays
Contact: Terri Scheffler, 313-493-5200
Pregnancy Loss Support Group
Pregnancy Loss Support Groups will be held at the
Bloomfield Township Library. For more informa-
tion, call Ramona Rukstele at 313-493-5455.
Sinai "Joint Use Not Abuse" Course
This two hour course will include presentation of
a videotape demonstrating energy conservation
and joint protection principles and how to incor-
porate them into your daily life. Various pieces of
adaptive equipment will be displayed and discussed.
To register for this class, please contact Michelle
Labbe at 810-968-3900. This class is offered free to
the community.
Pregnancy After Loss Support Group
The Pregnancy After Loss Support Group is avail-
able by request and meetings are held when enough
families are interested. For information, please call
Ramona Rukstele, 313-493-5455.
Schizophrenics Anonymous
Support Groups
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: 3-4 p.m.
Date: Tuesdays
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
Stepping Stones Stroke Club
The Stepping Stones Stroke Club is directed at in-
dividuals 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
Special Services
Cancer Counseling
Contact: Linda Diaz, 313 - 493 - 6507
Hospice Care
Hospice care is available for patients with life-
limiting illnesses.
Contact: Stephanie Watson, 810-443-7644
Lactation (Breastfeeding) Services:
Contact: 313 - 493 - 5241
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 subur-
ban locations. Attendance at this class meets the
requirements for the certificate needed for a
Michigan marriage license. HIV and other sexual-
ly transmitted diseases will be discussed. Couples
will receive some free gifts and information about
Sinai services during the class. Registration is avail-
able by telephone at 313-493-6086 and then choose
the Childbirth Education option. There is a $20 fee
per couple for this class.
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Free tests and services offered to anyone 18 or old-
er. Modest fee for some tests.
Date: Friday, March 22, 1996
Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Sinai Hospital, Outer Drive Lobby.
Complimentary parking in Lot A.
Call 1-800-248-3627 for additional information.
These are support services offered at Sinai Hospital.
For a referral to a Sinai physician, call
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
1-800-248-3627
HealthNews Quiz
ICD (Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator)
Support Group
This support group is directed to patients with im-
plantable defibrillators, their families and friends.
There is no cost, however, pre-registration is
required.
Location: Sinai Hospital
Time: 5-6:30 p.m.
Date: Second Monday of every third month
Contact: Regina Jarandilla, RN, 313-493-6395
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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
Low Vision Support Group
Low Vision Support Groups are held at two loca-
tions: Jewish Community Center of Metropoli-
tan Detroit Maple/Drake Building, 6600 West
Maple Road, West Bloomfield, and the Jewish Com-
munity 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
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 Blum-
berg Health Center and at the Sinai Day Hospi-
tal — 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
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1. Diagnosis and treatment of breast
cancer requires the skills of many dif-
ferent medical professionals.
a.True
b. False
4. Hysterectomy is the only effective
treatment for excessive menstrual
periods.
a.True
b. False
2. Infertility is caused by
a. scarring
b. hormone imbalances
c.unknown factors
d. all of the above
e. a and b only
5. Endometrial ablation is performed
using
3. Critical Care Transport Service is
a. a mobile intensive care unit
b.a fancy name for an
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c. a special service for newborns
d.all of the above
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6. Women with diabetes cannot safe-
ly have children.
a. True
b. False
Would you be interested in joining
the Volunteer Staff at Sinai Hospi-
tal?
a.Yes
b. No
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s. PEC IAL ADVE RTIS EMEN
0 inai Hospital offers a variety of health education
programs, support groups and services. There
is no charge for the following programs and ser-
vices unless otherwise noted. Programs and
services are held at locations throughout metro-
politan Detroit.
Please note the location and address of the
program of interest to you.