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Golf Benefit 2013

FATHER Project


First Tuesday health screenings & vaccinations


ACTIVITIES

Unless otherwise indicated, all activities are held at St. Joseph's Area Health Services, 600 Pleasant Ave., Park Rapids, MN.

For information on surgical weight-loss support groups, check the Center for Weight Management Calendar.


May 2013

FOOT CARE CLINIC
May 2, 11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Community Health Office, 323 South Main Avenue, Park Rapids
Cost: $25; Please bring your own basin and towel.
Call 218-237-5478 for appointment.

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP - PARK RAPIDS
For anyone who has experienced the death of a friend, family member, or loved one
May 2, 2-3:30 p.m., South Lobby Conference Room
Call 218-237-5744 for more information.

FIRST THURSDAY
Adult Health Screenings & Immunizations for adults 19+ years
May 2, 2:00-4:00 p.m., St. Joseph’s Community Health Office, 323 South Main Avenue, Park Rapids
No appointment necessary

WEIGHT-LOSS SUPPORT GROUP LEADER TRAINING
May 3, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room A
Arlys Hess, 218-237-5588 or 218-616-3377

FOOT CARE CLINIC
May 7, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Summerfield Apartments, Park Rapids
By appointment only, 218-732-0730

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP - WALKER
For anyone who has experienced the death of a friend, family member, or loved one
May 7, 2-3:30 p.m., Hope Lutheran Church, Walker, MN
Call 218-237-5744 for more information.

Y WEIGHT? SUPPORT GROUP
May 9, 4:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Rooms B & C
“The Physiology of Addiction” - Joel Kirchner, PsyD.
Arlys Hess, 218-237-5588; Leah Walters, 218-237-5757

FOOT CARE CLINIC
May 14, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Park Villa Apartments, Park Rapids
Residents only

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP - “How to Have an Effective Office Visit”
May 14, 9-10 a.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Tia Koeka, 218-255-3684

SIBLING CLASSES
Education and activities for expectant new sisters and brothers held in a party atmosphere.
May 15, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room A
To register, call Lisa at 218-616-3345.

HEADWATERS STROKE SUPPORT GROUP
For stoke survivors, family members, friends, and caregivers.
May 16, 1:30-3:00 p.m., South Lobby Conference Room
Call 218-237-5744 for more information.

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Classes are designed for the seventh, eighth, and ninth months of pregnancy
May 16, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Registration: $45; Lisa, 218-616-3345.

FATHER PROJECT WORKSHOP
May 17, 8:30 a.m. (registration), Northern Pines Assembly Grounds
Cleo Hartung, 218-237-5475

FREE WEIGHT-LOSS INFORMATION SESSION
May 20, 6-8 p.m., Ramada Plaza Suites, Fargo, ND
To register, call Stacey at 218-732-2837

CAREGIVERS DISCUSSION GROUP
May 22, 2-3:30 p.m., South Lobby Conference Room
Call 218-237-5744 for more information

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP - PARK RAPIDS
For anyone who has experienced the death of a friend, family member, or loved one
May 23, 6:30-7:30 p.m., South Lobby Conference Room
Call 218-237-5744 for more information.

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Classes are designed for the seventh, eighth, and ninth months of pregnancy
May 23, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Registration: $45; Lisa, 218-616-3345.

12TH ANNUAL ST. JOSEPH’S FOUNDATION GOLF BENEFIT
May 29, Blueberry Pines Golf Club, Menahga
Call 218-237-5711 or email GolfBenefit@sjahs.org for more information.

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Classes are designed for the seventh, eighth, and ninth months of pregnancy
May 30, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Registration: $45; Lisa, 218-616-3345.

June 2013

FOOT CARE CLINIC
June 4, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Summerfield Apartments, Park Rapids
By appointment only, 218-732-0730

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP - WALKER
For anyone who has experienced the death of a friend, family member, or loved one
June 4, 2-3:30 p.m., Hope Lutheran Church, Walker, MN
Call 218-237-5744 for more information.

FOOT CARE CLINIC
June 6, 11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Community Health Office, 323 South Main Avenue, Park Rapids
Cost: $25; Please bring your own basin and towel.
Call 218-237-5478 for appointment.

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP - PARK RAPIDS
For anyone who has experienced the death of a friend, family member, or loved one
June 6, 2-3:30 p.m., South Lobby Conference Room
Call 218-237-5744 for more information.

FIRST THURSDAY
Adult Health Screenings & Immunizations for adults 19+ years
June 6, 2:00-4:00 p.m., St. Joseph’s Community Health Office, 323 South Main Avenue, Park Rapids
No appointment necessary

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Classes are designed for the seventh, eighth, and ninth months of pregnancy
June 6, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Registration: $45; Lisa, 218-616-3345.

FOOT CARE CLINIC
June 11, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Park Villa Apartments, Park Rapids
Residents only

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP - What is the Glycemic Index? Jennifer Skoog RD, LD, CDE
June 11, 9-10 a.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Tia Koeka, 218-255-3684

Y WEIGHT? SUPPORT GROUP
June 13, 4:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Rooms B & C
“How much should I weigh? Measures of success.”
Arlys Hess, 218-237-5588; Leah Walters, 218-237-5757

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Classes are designed for the seventh, eighth, and ninth months of pregnancy
June 13, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Registration: $45; Lisa, 218-616-3345.

FOOT CARE CLINIC
June 18, 9-11:30 a.m., Akeley United Methodist Church
By appointment only, 218-237-5478

HEADWATERS STROKE SUPPORT GROUP
For stoke survivors, family members, friends, and caregivers.
June 20, 1:30-3:00 p.m., South Lobby Conference Room
Call 218-237-5744 for more information.

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Classes are designed for the seventh, eighth, and ninth months of pregnancy
June 20, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Registration: $45; Lisa, 218-616-3345.

CAREGIVERS DISCUSSION GROUP
June 26, 2-3:30 p.m., South Lobby Conference Room
Call 218-237-5744 for more information

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP - PARK RAPIDS
For anyone who has experienced the death of a friend, family member, or loved one
June 27, 6:30-7:30 p.m., South Lobby Conference Room
Call 218-237-5744 for more information.

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Classes are designed for the seventh, eighth, and ninth months of pregnancy
June 27, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Registration: $45; Lisa, 218-616-3345.

July 2013

FOOT CARE CLINIC
July 1, 11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Community Health Office, 323 South Main Avenue, Park Rapids
Cost: $25; Please bring your own basin and towel.
Call 218-237-5478 for appointment.

FOOT CARE CLINIC
July 2, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Summerfield Apartments, Park Rapids
By appointment only, 218-732-0730

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP - WALKER
For anyone who has experienced the death of a friend, family member, or loved one
July 2, 2-3:30 p.m., Hope Lutheran Church, Walker, MN
Call 218-237-5744 for more information.

FOOT CARE CLINIC
July 9, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Park Villa Apartments, Park Rapids
Residents only

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP - Problem Solving
July 9, 9-10 a.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Tia Koeka, 218-255-3684

Y WEIGHT? SUPPORT GROUP
July 11, 4:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Rooms B & C
“Developing a Healthy Self-Esteem”
Arlys Hess, 218-237-5588; Leah Walters, 218-237-5757

FREE WEIGHT-LOSS INFORMATION SESSION
July 15, 6-8 p.m., Ramada Plaza Suites, Fargo, ND
To register, call Stacey at 218-732-2837

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Classes are designed for the seventh, eighth, and ninth months of pregnancy
July 11, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Registration: $45; Lisa, 218-616-3345.

HEADWATERS STROKE SUPPORT GROUP
For stoke survivors, family members, friends, and caregivers.
July 18, 1:30-3:00 p.m., South Lobby Conference Room
Call 218-237-5744 for more information.

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Classes are designed for the seventh, eighth, and ninth months of pregnancy
July 18, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Registration: $45; Lisa, 218-616-3345.

ST. JOSEPH’S ANNUAL FOUNDATION CHICKEN DINNER
Feast and fundraiser to benefit St. Joseph’s Hospice and Area of Greatest Need
July 19, 4:30-7:00 p.m., Park Rapids American Legion Club

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Classes are designed for the seventh, eighth, and ninth months of pregnancy
July 25, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Registration: $45; Lisa, 218-616-3345.

August 2013

FOOT CARE CLINIC
Aug. 1, 11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Community Health Office, 323 South Main Avenue, Park Rapids Cost: $25; Please bring your own basin and towel.
Call 218-237-5478 for appointment.

FIRST THURSDAY
Adult Health Screenings & Immunizations for adults 19+ years
Aug. 1, 2:00-4:00 p.m., St. Joseph’s Community Health Office, 323 South Main Avenue, Park Rapids
No appointment necessary

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Classes are designed for the seventh, eighth, and ninth months of pregnancy
Aug. 1, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Registration: $45; Lisa, 218-616-3345.

FOOT CARE CLINIC
Aug. 6, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Summerfield Apartments, Park Rapids
By appointment only, 218-732-0730

Y WEIGHT? SUPPORT GROUP
Aug. 8, 4:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
“Exercising with Therabands” - Missy Lindow, PTA
Arlys Hess, 218-237-5588; Leah Walters, 218-237-5757

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Classes are designed for the seventh, eighth, and ninth months of pregnancy
Aug. 8, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Registration: $45; Lisa, 218-616-3345.

FOOT CARE CLINIC
Aug. 13, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Park Villa Apartments, Park Rapids
Residents only

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP - “Picking the Right Foods” meet at J&B Grocery Store (Front Entrance)
Aug. 13, 9-10 a.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Tia Koeka, 218-255-3684

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Classes are designed for the seventh, eighth, and ninth months of pregnancy
Aug. 15, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Registration: $45; Lisa, 218-616-3345.

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Classes are designed for the seventh, eighth, and ninth months of pregnancy
Aug. 22, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Registration: $45; Lisa, 218-616-3345.

SIBLING CLASSES
Education and activities for expectant new sisters and brothers held in a party atmosphere.
Aug. 28, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room A
To register, call Lisa at 218-616-3345.

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Classes are designed for the seventh, eighth, and ninth months of pregnancy
Aug. 29, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Registration: $45; Lisa, 218-616-3345.

September 2013

FOOT CARE CLINIC
Sept. 5, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Summerfield Apartments, Park Rapids
By appointment only, 218-732-0730

FOOT CARE CLINIC
Sept. 5, 11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Community Health Office, 323 South Main Avenue, Park Rapids
Cost: $25; Please bring your own basin and towel.
Call 218-237-5478 for appointment.

FIRST THURSDAY
Adult Health Screenings & Immunizations for adults 19+ years
Sept. 5, 2:00-4:00 p.m., St. Joseph’s Community Health Office, 323 South Main Avenue, Park Rapids
No appointment necessary

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION - Session 4
Sept. 5, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room A
Registration: $45; Lisa, 218-616-3345.

FOOT CARE CLINIC
Sept. 10, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Park Villa Apartments, Park Rapids
Residents only

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP - Yes I can! Arlys Hess MSW, LGSW
Sept. 10, 9-10 a.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Tia Koeka, 218-255-3684

Y WEIGHT? SUPPORT GROUP
Sept. 12, 4:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
“Probiotics and Other Supplements” - Karie Lindow, RN, CBN
Arlys Hess, 218-237-5588; Leah Walters, 218-237-5757

FOOT CARE CLINIC
Sept. 17, 9-11:30 a.m., Akeley United Methodist Church
By appointment only, 218-237-5478

October 2013

FOOT CARE CLINIC
Oct. 1, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Summerfield Apartments, Park Rapids
By appointment only, 218-732-0730

FOOT CARE CLINIC
Oct. 3, 11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Community Health Office, 323 South Main Avenue, Park Rapids
Cost: $25; Please bring your own basin and towel.
Call 218-237-5478 for appointment.

FIRST THURSDAY
Adult Health Screenings & Immunizations for adults 19+ years
Oct. 3, 2:00-4:00 p.m., St. Joseph’s Community Health Office, 323 South Main Avenue, Park Rapids
No appointment necessary

FOOT CARE CLINIC
Oct. 8, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Park Villa Apartments, Park Rapids
Residents only

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP - Eye Health Dr. Westberg
Oct. 8, 9-10 a.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Tia Koeka, 218-255-3684

Y WEIGHT? SUPPORT GROUP
Oct. 10, 4:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
“Lifestyle Balance During the Holidays” / Support Group Survey
Arlys Hess, 218-237-5588; Leah Walters, 218-237-5757

SIBLING CLASSES
Education and activities for expectant new sisters and brothers held in a party atmosphere.
Oct. 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room A
To register, call Lisa at 218-616-3345.

November 2013

FOOT CARE CLINIC
Nov. 5, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Summerfield Apartments, Park Rapids
By appointment only, 218-732-0730

FOOT CARE CLINIC
Nov. 7, 11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Community Health Office, 323 South Main Avenue, Park Rapids
Cost: $25; Please bring your own basin and towel.
Call 218-237-5478 for appointment.

FIRST THURSDAY
Adult Health Screenings & Immunizations for adults 19+ years
Nov. 7, 2:00-4:00 p.m., St. Joseph’s Community Health Office, 323 South Main Avenue, Park Rapids
No appointment necessary

FOOT CARE CLINIC
Nov. 12, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Park Villa Apartments, Park Rapids
Residents only

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP - “Diabetes, The Silent Disease” Jan Simon
Nov. 12, 9-10 a.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Tia Koeka, 218-255-3684

Y WEIGHT? SUPPORT GROUP
Nov. 14, 4:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
“Portion Sizes” / Group Discussion
Arlys Hess, 218-237-5588; Leah Walters, 218-237-5757

December 2013

FOOT CARE CLINIC
Dec. 3, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Summerfield Apartments, Park Rapids
By appointment only, 218-732-0730

FOOT CARE CLINIC
Dec. 5, 11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Community Health Office, 323 South Main Avenue, Park Rapids
Cost: $25; Please bring your own basin and towel.
Call 218-237-5478 for appointment.

FIRST THURSDAY
Adult Health Screenings & Immunizations for adults 19+ years
Dec. 5, 2:00-4:00 p.m., St. Joseph’s Community Health Office, 323 South Main Avenue, Park Rapids
No appointment necessary

FOOT CARE CLINIC
Dec. 10, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Park Villa Apartments, Park Rapids
Residents only

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP - Open Discussion/Healthy Holiday Eating
Dec. 10, 9-10 a.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Tia Koeka, 218-255-3684

Y WEIGHT? SUPPORT GROUP
Dec. 12, 4:30 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room
Christmas Gathering for both Y Wt. Support Groups and the Graduate Group
Arlys Hess, 218-237-5588; Leah Walters, 218-237-5757