Calendar
Screenings
Diabetic Foot Screenings
Wednesday, September 15: 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
All screenings will take place at the Long Neck Health Center and are free to persons with diabetes who do not see a foot doctor or a podiatrist. Foot exams are performed by an advanced practice nurse to evaluate circulation and nerve sensation, as well as evaluation of footwear to determine correct fit comparison to foot shape. To register: 302-947-2500.
Free glucose screenings
Every Wednesday at Three Locations
1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Free, finger-stick glucose screenings are offered every Wednesday at three locations. No appointments are necessary. The results of these screenings can indicate whether a patient needs to see a physician for evaluation for diabetes. These screenings are not intended for diabetes management.
- Beebe Lab Express: 302-645-3568
Beebe Medical Center, 1st Floor, East Entrance
- Beebe Lab Express: 302-645-3010 ext. 2444
The Beebe Health Campus, Route 24
- Beebe Lab Express—Milton: 302-684-8579
Beebe's Community Health Department supports our charitable mission
to encourage healthy living and prevent illness among residents and
visitors to our community. Beebe provides a range of free health screenings throughout our community, including blood pressure, cholesterol, osteoporosis, and skin and prostate cancer screenings. To schedule screenings for your group or event, please contact Beebe Medical Center's Community Health Department at 302-645-3337.
Classes
CPR
Beebe Medical Center offers CPR, ACLS (advanced cardiac life support), and PALS (pediatric advanced life support) classes. For further information and to sign up, please call the Education Department at
302-645-3248.
Diabetes and Wound Care
The Wound Care Services/Diabetes Management Department offers educational and management services for people with diabetes, as well as outpatient wound care. Diabetes educational programs are offered three times each month for persons newly diagnosed and those who need a refresher course for managing their disease. A diabetes self-management education series is presented at various days and times on a rotating basis. Individual sessions are available for specific needs. A new insulin pump education program designed to help people with diabetes better manage their disease also is available. For information, call 302-947-2500.
Hawaiian Healing and Forgiveness
September 21, 2010
2:00 – 4:00 p.m., no fee
Learn a simple technique for laying-on-hands and forgiveness for use
with family and friends. Cheyenne Luzader, MS, teacher of Uhane School
Call Epworth Methodist Church - 227-7743 x107 19285 Holland Glade Rd
Sleep, Dreams and Health
October 5, 2010
3:00 – 4:00 p.m., no fee
Explore methods to enhance dreams and sleep and improve health.
Cheyenne Luzader, MS taught a college class on dreams for many years.
Call Epworth Methodist Church - 227-7743 x107 19285 Holland Glade Rd
Drumming Meditation
October 19, 2010
3:00 – 4:00 p.m., no fee
Learn the ancient art of drumming to relieve stress.
Limited number of drums available or bring your own.
Cheyenne Luzader, MS, Certified meditation instructor and Sound Healer
Call The Wellness Community - 645-9150 Rt 24 campus, 3rd fl
Balancing Your Energies
November 2, 2010
3:00 – 4:00 p.m., no fee
Learn to recognize and balance your body's biofield energies (chakras,
meridians and more) for health and vitality.
Cheyenne Luzader, MS Certified Energy Practitioner
Call The Wellness Community - 645-9150 Rt 24 campus, 3rd fl
Reiki Meditation for Self-Care
November 16, 2010
3:00 – 4:00 p.m., no fee
Learn a Japanese-based daily self-meditation technique for beginners to
help with pain and stress. Cheyenne Luzader, MS, Reiki Master/Teacher
Call The Wellness Community - 645-9150 Rt 24 campus, 3rd fl
Acupressure Self-Care for Pain and Stress
December 7, 2010
3:00 – 4:00 p.m., no fee
Using principles of Chinese medicine, acupressure activates the body's
natural self-healing process. C Luzader, MS, Acupressure Institute of America
Call The Wellness Community - 645-9150 Rt 24 campus, 3rd fl
Mindfulness Mandala Meditation
December 14, 2010
3:00 – 4:00 p.m., no fee
Learn to create intricate circular designs while achieving a state of peace
and relaxation. Cheyenne Luzader, MS, Mindfulness (MBSR) instructor
Call The Wellness Community - 645-9150 Rt 24 campus, 3rd fl
Support Groups
Caregivers' Support Group
Third Thursday of Each Month
A support group for caregivers of those with Alzheimer's disease and related diseases meets at The Gull House (Bay Mart Shopping Center, opposite Spring Lake, Rehoboth). For further information, please call Kathleen Graham Frey at 302-226-2160.
Fibromyalgia Support Group
First Friday of Each Month at 1 p.m.
Integrative Health sponsors a support group with a
positive approach to help with lifestyle, exercise, cooking,
and networking. The group meets at Lewes Senior
Center in Nassau. Contact Sherry McGoldrick for
more information at 302-644-8181.
Diabetes Insulin Pump Support Group
If you wear an insulin pump or are interested in learning about wearing a pump, come join us. A support group provides an opportunity to meet others who also live with diabetes and share concerns. Beebe Medical Center's Certified Diabetes Educators will be available to answer questions. For further information, please call 302-947-2500.
Mended Hearts Support Group
Third Tuesday of Each Month at 2 p.m.
A support group for those who have had open-heart surgery meets at the McCurry Conference Center in the Medical Arts Building, next to the Tunnell Cancer Center on
Route 24. Call 302-645-3514 for more information.
Parkinson's Disease Support Group
A Parkinson's Disease (PD) support group has formed to help those with PD, their caregivers, and anyone else who may be afflicted with body movement
disorders. The group meets monthly at the McCurry Conference Center in the Medical Arts Building, next to the Tunnell Cancer Center on Route 24. For more information, call Dennis Leebel at 302-644-3465.
Stroke Support Group
Fourth Thursday of Each Month at 5 p.m.
A stroke support group meets at Tunnell Cancer Center, 18947 John J.
Williams Highway in Rehoboth Beach. The group provides support to stroke survivors, care partners, spouses, and friends. It provides education and resources to maximize participation in home and community. The instructor is Holly Sullivan, Speech/Language Pathologist at Beebe Medical Center. Call
302-645-3100, ext. 2436 for more information.
Better Breathers Club
Third Wednesday of Each Month at 1:30 p.m.
A support group for those with pulmonary diseases.
Information on pulmonary disease and treatments is
presented by respiratory therapists, physicians, dietitians,
and pharmacists. Attendees suggest topics to
discuss. The group meets at the McCurry Conference
Center in the Medical Arts Building in the Beebe
Health Campus on John J. Williams Highway (Route
24). For information, call the Beebe Medical Center
Respiratory Department at (302) 645-3245.
Events
Inaugural “TREAT the BEAT” 5k Walk
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Lewes, DE
For more information, please call (302) 644-2900 or visit www.beebemedicalfoundation.org.
11th Annual "JEAN & JOAN" Golf Tournament
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Kings Creek Country Club, Rehoboth Beach, DE
For more information, please call (302) 644-2900 or visit www.beebemedicalfoundation.org.
Save The Date
23rd Annual BEEBE BALL
Saturday, November 6, 2010
15th Annual HOLIDAY OF LIGHTS
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Beebe Medical Center Front Lawn/Sunshine Cafe
Lewes, DE
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