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Lourdes Offers Community Outreach Events

Participants are asked to call 1-888-LOURDES (1-888-568-7337) to register for any of these FREE programs

Lourdes Health System is committed to caring for patients - mind, body and spirit. Participants are welcome to register for following programs listed below. Classes are also listed on Lourdes’ website, www.lourdesnet.org

AUGUST

Friday, August 5, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

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Tai Chi Chih—An Introduction

With Michelle Carlino, BA, CYT

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Cherry Hill Public Library

1100 Kings Highway North, Cherry Hill, NJ

Learn stress-relieving movements which make up a meditative form of exercise, providing physical, personal, and spiritual health benefits.

Wednesday, August 10, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

What is Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy?

With Gabrielle Gordon, PT, DPT, CSCS, Strive Physical Therapy & Sports Rehabilitation

LourdesCare at Cherry Hill, 1 Brace Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ

An informative session explaining the causes of dizziness & imbalance. Learn about physical therapy treatment options to improve quality of life.

SEPTEMBER

Thursday, September 1, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

T’ai Chi Chuan—An Introduction

With Xavier Harvey, LMT, CAMT, OBT, CPT

LIFE @ Lourdes, 2475 McClellan Avenue, Pennsauken, NJ

An ancient Chinese internal martial art, consisting of a series of slow, flowing, meditative movements that massage, energize, and balance the internal organs, to promote and restore health. Increase strength and flexibility while improving balance and circulation.

Thursday, September 8, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Understanding Prostate Cancer

With David Horvick, MD, 21st Century Oncology/Lourdes Cancer Program

Cherry Hill Health & Racquet Club, 1820 Old Cuthbert Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ

Support Prostate Cancer Awareness Month by learning about risk factors, prevention tips, and treatment options.

Tuesday, September 13, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Healthy Eating for Seniors: A Key to Good Health

With Kathryn Friedman, BS, CHHC & Retail Dietitians from ShopRite (Ravitz Family Markets)

LourdesCare at Cherry Hill, 1 Brace Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ

An interactive discussion about food labels and key ingredients which aid in supplying the body with more energy, keeping your body strong, and your mind more alert.

Saturday, September 24, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Going Deeper: Is Spiritual Direction for You?

With Marie Mitarotondo, M.A., Certified Spiritual Director

Lourdes Little Portion, 1049 Haddon Avenue, Collingswood, NJ

Spiritual Direction is a way to become more aware of how God is at work in your life, regardless of whether or not you are attached to an established religious tradition.

Wednesday, September 28, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Five Wishes: Advanced Directives

With Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice

LourdesCare at Cherry Hill, 1 Brace Road, Cherry Hill NJ

An informative session to help you and your family make the best decision regarding comfort at the end of life.

OCTOBER

Monday, October 10, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Acupuncture for Breast Cancer Patients

With Sheri Krauss, L.Ac., Ma.Ac

LourdesCare at Cherry Hill, 1 Brace Road, Cherry Hill, NJ

Studies show that acupuncture may help relieve fatigue, control hot flashes, help decrease nausea, reduce vomiting, and lessen pain.

Wednesday, October, 19 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. *weather permitting

Stretch & Revive

With Tina Bortner, BA, ACE®

The Meditation Garden, adjacent to The Little Portion

1049 Haddon Avenue, Collingswood, NJ

Perform gentle range of motion exercises to loosen tight muscles, revitalize your body, and balance your mood in a peaceful outdoor setting.

Wednesday, October 19, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

PAD Screenings

With Dr. Ibrahim Moussa DO, FACC, FSCAI, RPVI

Venus Vein Center, 1101 Laurel Oak Road, Suite 120, Voorhees, NJ

A screening for peripheral arterial disease and venous disease, using a device that checks for the overall blood flow in the lower extremities, and an ultrasound to check for abnormal flow or reflux of blood in the veins.

**Please call for a scheduled appointment time.

Thursday, October 20, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Acupuncture For Pain Management

With Lydia Reese, M.S. L.Ac.

Lourdes Little Portion, 1049 Haddon Avenue, Collingswood, NJ

Wednesday, October 26, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Understanding Breast Cancer

With Alexis Harvey, MD & Malini Iyer, MD, MS, FRCS, FACS, 21st Century Oncology/Lourdes Cancer Program

Cherry Hill Health & Racquet Club, 1820 Old Cuthbert Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ

Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month and learn about current breast cancer guidelines from the American Cancer Society. Understand the facts and treatment options from leading experts in the field.

NOVEMBER

Wednesday, November 2, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Rotator Cuff Disease and Arthritis

With Kristen A. Herbst, DO, Orthopedic Surgeon

LourdesCare at Cherry Hill, 1 Brace Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ

Learn about prevention and treatment options for two common shoulder conditions in the active adult.

Thursday, November 3, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Diabetes Education

With Parveen K. Verma, DO, FACE

LourdesCare at Cherry Hill, 1 Brace Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ

November is American Diabetes Month. Learn what it is like to live with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Understand risk factors, prevention tips, and treatment options.

DECEMBER

Thursday, December 1, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Acupuncture for Balance & Well-Being

With Lydia Reese, M.S. L.Ac.

Lourdes Little Portion, 1049 Haddon Avenue, Collingswood, NJ

Thursday, December 15, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

What is Urgent Care & When Should I Use it?

With Jenice Forde-Baker, MD

LourdesCare at Cherry Hill, 1 Brace Road, Cherry Hill, NJ

Informative session to help determine which medical needs require emergency care vs. urgent care.

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