Idaho State Employee Wellness Program

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Classes

Southwest & South Central Idaho Classes

• Stay in Control: Make Your Healthcare Wishes Known Before a Crisis, Boise, 6/13 or 6/20
  We plan for weddings, retirements, babies, school, vacations…so many important events. Unfortunately, few of us plan for end of life events or choices. In Idaho, you can make your wishes known now and have them honored in the future through Advance Directives (Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care). These documents empower someone to speak for you in the event you are unable to communicate your medical treatment wishes. Register now for one of the FREE seminars/lunch in June. Hear a brief presentation on “7 Simple Steps to an Advance Directive”, receive forms, participate in a Q&A session with an attorney, and enjoy a FREE lunch! These FREE seminars/lunches are sponsored by Idaho Quality of Life Coalition and will also be presented for State of Idaho employees in other major cities in 2013.
  Register Now: June 13th Seminar/Lunch, Noon to 1:00 p.m., JRW Building, Boise
  Register Now: June 18th Seminar/Lunch, Noon to 1:00 p.m. JRW Building, Boise New
  Register Now: June 20th Seminar/Lunch, Noon to 1:00 p.m., Correctional Industries, Boise (next to Department of Correction and DEQ)
• No Bullying Allowed! Hailey, 5/1
  Learn about tools and wisdom to help kids become bully-resistant; learn to use compassion and kindness instead of bully behavior in peer interactions. Information will be provided on research based anti-bullying programs that get good results. Location/Time: St. Luke's Hailey Clinic, Carbonate Rooms, 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Read more...
  
  
• Moving On: Life After Breast Cancer, Meridian
  Register for this FREE seven-week program. Open to all breast cancer survivors regardless of where they were treated. Topics: survivorship plan, exercise, nutrition, fatigue, memory, concentration, lymphedema, stress management, hormones and hot flashes, body image, fears of recurrence. To register, call Alicia at 208-706-7286.
  Meridian: 5/1 to 6/12, Wednesdays, 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.
  
  
• Moving for Better Balance, Boise, 5/7
  Register for this new series offered through Boise's Downtown Family YMCA. The classes begin on 5/7 and meet 2x/weekly for three weeks. The program is based on the principles and movements of Yang-style Tai Chi and are taught by certified instructors. If this fall-prevention program is not for you, it may be a good resource for your parents or grandparents. Check it out! Read more...
  
  
• Restorative Spine Class, Boise, 5/7 to 6/13 OR 5/14 to 6/20
  Register now for this six-week class. The series is sponsored by the YMCA, Saint Alphonsus Rehabilitation Services, and the Spine Medicine Institute.
  5/7 to 6/13 Series; Read more...
  5/14 to 6/20 Series; Read more...
  
  
• Autism Today: The Latest News from Local Experts, Twin Falls, 5/9
  Join a local panel of experts as they talk about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of autism. Early intervention is the key! Location/Time: St. Luke's Magic Valley, Oak Rooms (lower level), Twin Falls, 6:00 p.m. Read more...
  
  
• Joint Pain...What Is It?, Caldwell, 5/9
  Has hip or knee pain robbed you of some of life's simple pleasures? This FREE seminar will provide you with information on a variety of options and techniques to help you get back to an active, healthier lifestyle. Topics include common causes, latest technology advancements, and modern treatment techniques. Sponsored by West Valley Medical Center. Location/Time: Kaley Auditorium, 5:30 p.m. Register and. read more...
  
  
• Gluten-free Whole Grains, Boise, 5/9
  Learn about eating a gluten-free diet. Taste baked foods made using gluten-free flours. Some hands-on food preparation will be included in the workshop. To register, read more...
  
  
• Chair Yoga, Ketchum, 5/9
  Chair yoga provides the same benefits as traditional yoga, but is a great alternative when balance or physical limitations are an issue. Learn techniques to stretch and strengthen your spine and release overall tension. Location/Time: St. Luke's Wood River Medical Center, Baldy Rooms, 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Read more...
  
  
• Arthritis Symposium: Practical Tips to Help People and Families Live Well with Arthritis, Boise, 5/11
  Register now for this FREE event. The Symposium includes lunch, a variety of lectures, and information on local resources. Don't miss this event. Read more...
  
  
• Yesterday's Parents - Today's Babies, Boise, 5/21
  Grandparents learn the latest about today's baby care from sleep safety and car seats to immunization requirements. Location/Time: St. Luke's Meridian; 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. Pre-registration required, 208-381-9000; Cost: $20
  
  
• Let's Walk this Talk!, Ketchum, 5/23
  This Brown Bag will get you out along the Big Wood near St. Luke's. Get tips on how to improve your walking with attention to posture, heart rate, and cardio-walking for your fitness level. Bring your walking shoes and a water bottle. Location/Time: St. Luke's Wood River Medical Center, Baldy Rooms, 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Read more...
  
  
• Label Lingo: What's in a Food Label? Ketchum, 5/30
  Understanding what all the ingredients mean when you choose foods to fit specific dietary needs is so important. Learn how to read food labels so you can make informed decisions at your next trip to the grocery store. Location/Time: St. Luke's Wood River Medical Center, Baldy Rooms, 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Read more...
  
  
• Mindfulness for Everyday Health, Hailey, 6/5
  Mindfulness is the specific practice of creating heightened awareness of the present moment and quieting down our inner dialogues. Learn some mindfulness exercises to help you learn how to attend more closely to your body and mind. Location/Time: St. Luke's Hailey Clinic, Carbonate Rooms; 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Read more...
  
  
• Mixed Level Yoga, Hailey/Ketchum April and May
  This nine-week series offers a variety of yoga styles including traditional, gentle low back, restorative, and chair yoga. Beginners and intermediate students are welcome; drop in also welcome. Location/Time: Hailey and Ketchum on Tuesdays and Thursdays; 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Read more...
  
  
• Wisdom Yoga and Yoga for Every Body, McCall and Donnelly
  Yoga can enhance energy levels, increase flexibility, improve balance, reduce stress, and facilitate wellness. Register for a class that works with your schedule and location. Read more...
  
  
• Stressed by Caregiving? Powerful Tools for Caregivers, Boise, May to June
  If you are taking care of a loved one or friend, who is taking care of you? Register for this award-winning program and gain powerful tools for caregivers from resources to problem solving skills. Sponsored by Friends in Action. Read more...
  
  
• Living the Anti-Cancer Life (video)
  View this informative lecture online. Living the Anti-Cancer Life is presented by Dr. Lorenzo Cohen; the video is from his 1/16/13 lecture in Boise. Dr. Cohen addresses simple ways to put the latest scientific research into practice to reduce cancer risk and decrease the risk of recurrence through dietary choices, stress management, and more. Sponsored by The Cancer Connection Idaho.
  

• LiveSTRONG at the YMCA, Boise
  A 12-week small group program for adult cancer survivors who have recently become de-conditioned, or chronically fatigued from their treatment and/or disease. Focus is on building muscle mass and muscle strength, flexibility, endurance, and functional ability. Read the brochure for more info. Call Vicki for info at 208-344-5502, ext. 307

• Community Education & Outreach Services
  Mountain States Tumor Institute provides outreach and education services in cancer prevention and screening in the following communities: Canyon County/Eastern Oregon, Ada County/McCall, Magic/Wood River Valley. Read more...
  

• CPR, AED, First Aid, Diabetes Education, Smoking Cessation, Weight Management, Heart Health, and more...go to Health Links to check your local hospital's website.
  
  
• Join the Weight Management Incentive Program Make money while you lose weight!
  
  
• American Red Cross of Greater Idaho Chapter Statewide CPR, First Aid, and more...
  

North & North Central Idaho Classes

• Boating Safety Class, CDA, monthly
  A FREE boating safety class is offered the 3rd Saturday of every month. Contact Sheriff Bob for more information: phone 208-446-2250 or email rbjelland@kcgov.us
  
  
• Community Cardiac Education Series, CDA, monthly
  Weekly topics include: Stress Reduction, Nutrition, and Medications. This FREE class meets Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Kootenai Heart Center, 3rd Floor Classroom. For more information phone 208-666-2897.
  
  
• Recognizing the Myths and Facts about Diabetes, Lewiston, 5/21
  Make plans now to attend this free education forum sponsored by Public Health Idaho North Central District and the Snake River Community Clinic. Speaker is Susan Rauch from St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. Read more...
  
  
• Diabetes Support Group Meeting, Kamiah (5/21) & Grangeville (5/22)
  This month's topic is Weight Loss Strategies. The Kamiah group meets from 1:00 to 3:00; the Grangeville group meets at Oscars from Noon to 3:00. These are the last Support Group Meetings until August. Contact Becky Ewing at 208-962-3251 with questions.
  
  
• Healthy Horizons: Weight Management & Lifestyle Choices, Kamiah (4/30 & 5/14) & Cottonwood (5/1 & 5/16)
  Program focus is on mutual support, successes, weekly topics, and individual choice of weight loss method/management. Sponsored by St. Mary's Hospital and Clinics. Read more...
  
  
• Living Smart! Lewiston Area (from Moscow to Riggins)
  7 Actions Anyone can Take to Reduce their Risk of Cancer
  Interactive, informative! Schedule a worksite presentation now. Read more...
  
  
• CPR, AED, First Aid, Diabetes Education, Smoking Cessation, Weight Management, Heart Health, and more...go to Health Links to check your local hospital's website.
  
  
• Join the Weight Management Incentive Program Make money while you lose weight!
  
  
• American Red Cross of Greater Idaho Chapter Statewide CPR, First Aid, and more...
  

Southeast Idaho Classes

• Heart Smart Seminars, Idaho Falls, 5/9
  Next class is 5/9 at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center (EIRMC). If you are concerned about your heart’s health, symptoms, or treatment, or just want a better understanding of cardiac health, attend one of these free monthly seminars. Read more...
  
  
• Look Good, Feel Better, Idaho Falls, 5/14
  Workshop helps women diagnosed with cancer to look good and feel better during their treatment. Share hints on choosing wigs and the artful use of hats and scarves. Women receive a make-up bag and beauty tips. EIRMC Cancer Center; 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Read more...
  
  
• Stroke Class, Idaho Falls, 5/23
  Learn about risk factors, signs and symptoms for stroke, as well as the importance of getting an accurate, rapid diagnosis. EIRMC Medical Center; 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Read more...
  
  
• Heart Health Education - Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello has cardiovascular educators available to provide worksite presentations and cholesterol checks at your agency. Learn more...
  

• CPR, AED, First Aid, Diabetes Education, Smoking Cessation, Weight Management, Heart Health, and more...go to Health Links to check your local hospital's website.
  
  
• Join the Weight Management Incentive Program Make money while you lose weight!
  
  
• American Red Cross of Greater Idaho Chapter Statewide CPR, First Aid, and more..