Witham Health Services will host support groups and community education classes alongside scholarship opportunities and an upcoming fundraiser led by its volunteer organization.
Support Groups and Education
Witham will host the following support groups and community education classes in March. The support groups are free unless indicated. For more information on Witham’s support groups and classes, visit www.witham.org/classes-and-support-groups.
- TheBreastfeeding Support Group meets weekly on Mondays (except holidays) from 10-11 a.m. in the VIP Dining Room (2605 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon) and gives mothers the opportunity to meet and discuss their breastfeeding needs in a group setting with other mothers. Meetings are facilitated by a board-certified lactation consultant. Individual breastfeeding support is available with a lactation consultant is also available. For individual pricing and to schedule an appointment, call 765-485-8411.
- TheAlzheimer’s Support Group for those who care for Alzheimer’s patients will meet on Tuesday, March 17, at 6 p.m. in the VIP Dining Room (2605 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon).
- TheCancer Support Cooking for Wellness class will be held on Tuesday, March 17, at 1 p.m. at the Boone County Cancer Society (1208 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon). Participants will receive recipes that are focused on using fresh, nutritionally dense ingredients and samples of every delicious dish. Please call the Boone County Cancer Society at 765-482-2043 to RSVP.
- TheCancer Support Group is for patients living with cancer and for those supporting a loved one with cancer. The group will meet on Monday, March 23, at 6 p.m. at the Boone County Cancer Society (1208 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon). Please call the Boone County Cancer Society at 765-482-2043 for more information.
- Witham’sDiabetes Self-Management Class is designed for people with pre-diabetes, diabetes or gestational diabetes. Call the Diabetes Education Department at 765-485-8256 for individualized classes, scheduling and pricing.
Wellness Classes
The Witham Wellness Center will host the following wellness classes in March. Classes are held in the Witham Wellness Center in the South Pavilion on the Witham Main Campus at 2505 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon. Payment can be made in person at the start of class by cash or check. Call the Wellness Department at 765-485-8126 or visitwww.witham.org/our-services/wellness for more information.
- BeMoved Dance is a dance fitness program for people of all ages and abilities. It’s held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-7 p.m. Cost is $10 per class.
- Flow Yoga is a great way to center your day with movement and mindful breathing. It’s held weekly on Wednesdays from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Cost is $15 per class.
- The freeindoor cycling and stretching program is designed to reduce the risk of any chronic disease you may be facing or help manage your weight. It’s held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10-10:45 a.m.
- Restorative Yoga is a gentle and slow style of yoga that encourages physical, mental and emotional relaxation. It’s held weekly on Mondays from 6-7 p.m. Cost is $15 per class.
- Rock Steady Boxing 1 & 2 is a non-contact boxing program for people with Parkinson’s Disease. It’s held weekly from 9-10:15 a.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays and is $30 per month for unlimited sessions.
- Rock Steady Boxing 3 & 4 is a non-contact boxing program for people with Parkinson’s Disease. It’s held weekly from 10-11 a.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays and is $30 per month for unlimited sessions.
- SilverSneakers Classic, a free class designed for those 65 or older, uses a chair for seated support while listening to music, moving and having fun. It’s held weekly from 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m. on Mondays.
- SilverSneakers Chair Yoga, a free class designed for those 65 or older, calms the mind and body with seated mediation and gentle stretching. It’s held weekly from 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m. on Wednesdays.
- SilverSneakers Cardio Circuit, a free class designed for those 65 or older, increases cardiovascular and muscular endurance with a seated/standing circuit workout. It’s held weekly from 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m. on Thursdays.
- Tai Chi for Health (Beginners and Advanced) improves flexibility, muscular strength, fitness and balance. It’s held weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9-10 a.m. at the Witham Health Services South Pavilion Wellness Center. Cost is $5 per class.
Scholarships
The Witham Health Services Foundation is offering two scholarship opportunities for graduating seniors from Lebanon High School and Western Boone High School who will pursue a degree in a medical field. Applications are available through the guidance offices at Lebanon and Western Boone High Schools and online atwww.witham.org/scholarships. Completed applications must be returned to the applicant’s guidance office by 3 p.m. on March 20.
The Witham Health Services Volunteer Organization is offering three $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors from any of Boone County’s four high schools who are pursuing a degree or continuing education in a health-related field. Applications are available through each high school’s guidance counselor’s office. Completed applications must be submitted to the applicant’s guidance counselor’s office by March 6.
Volunteer Organization Fundraiser
The Witham Volunteer Organization is hosting a fundraiser with Jawbone BBQ on Wednesday, March 11, from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the ER entrance (2605 North Lebanon Street). Jawbone BBQ will donate 10% of all sales from the event to the Witham Volunteer Organization.