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Events FEBRUARY EVENTS, SCREENINGS & EDUCATION PROGRAMS AT WHITE PLAINS HOSPITAL CENTER White Plains Hospital Center (WPHC) will be offering the following classes, events and support groups during the month of February . Events are held at White Plains Hospital Center, 41 East Post Road, White Plains, NY, unless otherwise noted. SPECIAL EVENTS Beautiful Hand-Made Knits on Sale Hand-made hats, scarves, mittens, sweaters, afghans, baby blankets, pet sweaters and more will be on sale in the Hospital Lobby on February 10 th, and 24 thfrom 10:00 A.M to 4:00 P.M. All items are created by the Knitwits, the Hospital’s talented volunteer knitting group, and proceeds from the sales will benefit the Hospital. For more information, call 914-681-1225. BLOOD DRIVES Blood Donor Center The Blood Donor Center is open every weekday 8:45 am – 4:00 pm. Saturday hours are available. Donors must be 17 – 75 years of age, in good health and weigh at least 110 lbs. Appointments are recommended. Call 914-681-1056. FREE SCREENINGS Blood Pressure Screening Sponsored by the Auxiliary of WPHC, a free blood pressure screening is available every third Wednesday of the month, February 17 th, from 1:00 – 4:00 pm, in the Hospital Lobby. For further information, call 914-681-1225. Health Check A free screening program makes nurses available to answer health questions and perform free blood pressure and blood sugar testing. Screenings will take place at the following locations:
For additional information, call 914-681-1087. SUPPORT GROUPS New Support Groups New Mother Support Group New mothers may face unexpected challenges, with a variety of emotional and physical changes to deal with. This 5 session support group for new mothers with infants under 3 months of age will be facilitated by an experienced maternity nurse from White Plains Hospital Center, who will lead group discussion on a variety of issues. These topics include the changing role of new mother, family dynamics, sleep deprivation, isolation, and infant development, and additional areas of interest to the group. Come share with other new mothers and make new friends in the community. The 2010 Series will start on Thursday, Feburary 4 th from 1:30pm-3:00pm at Destination Maternity. The cost is $95.00 for the series. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ATTENDANCE. Please call 914-681-1234 to register or for more information. Healthy Living for Life Support Group – “ America on the Move” A FREE Monthly Group for anyone who is having difficulty trying to maintain a healthy weight. All ages are welcome for open and frank discussions about weight loss, diets, meal preparation, exercise, and more. Exchange ideas and resources with others who understand how you feel. A White Plains Hospital Center registered nurse will facilitate these meetings. Also, experts will provide mini-educational lectures on topics related to weight management. Meets 3 rd Tuesday of every month, 6:00-7:00 PM in the White Plains Hospital Center Auditorium unless otherwise noted. February 16 th . Bring a friend and get a FREE Pedometer each! Asthma Workshop A FREE asthma workshop. All your questions will be answered including- What is asthma? How is it treated? What are the triggers? Participating WPHC clinical staff include, Joli Yuknek, MD, Emergency Medicine; Kira Geraci-Ciardullo, MD, Pediatrics; Lyn Harper, Registered Respiratory Therapist and Director Respiratory Care. Meets 1 st Thursday of the month, February 4 th, 4:00pm in the Centennial Room beginning in 2010. Call 914-681-1084 for more information.
Epilepsy Support GroupThis program, sponsored by the Epilepsy Life Links and Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group, provides information and support to individuals who are newly diagnosed, feeling isolated or caring for someone with epilepsy. Please join us on the first Thursday of every month, February 4 th, from 6:30 -7:30 pm, in the Medical Library of WPHC on Davis Ave.-East Post Road in White Plains, NY 10601. Please register with Dawn Brace by phone (914) 428-9213 or email dbrace@epilepsygroup.com. For more information visit the Epilepsy Group’s website: www.epilepsygroup.com. Bereavement Support Groups For more information, call Hospice and Palliative Care (95 S. Broadway, 4 th floor) at 914-682-1484, ext. 118 or ext. 130. Heart Club- The Heart Club meets on the first Tuesday of the month, on February2 ndat 7:00 pm in Jazzman’s Café. The Heart Club provides educational lectures for heart patients, families and friends. Sessions are presented by physicians and other health care personnel. Free blood pressure screenings are available upon request after each meeting. For more information, call 914-681-1037. Huntington’s Disease Caregivers Support Group Exchange ideas and resources with others who understand how you feel. Meets on the last Wednesday of every month, Wednesday, February 24 th and Saturday, February 27 that 6 pm in the WPHC Medical Library. To register or for more information, call Katherine Becker LMSW at 212-360-3711. Ostomy Support Group A support group for ostomy patients and those with related intestinal disorders. All ages are welcome for open and frank discussions of life as an “ostomate” in a casual setting. The group meets on the third Tuesday of every month, February 16 th , at 7:30 pm in the Medical Library. For more information, contact Harold by email at harold422@verizon.net or by phone at 561-499-4919. Parenting Group An interactive group in a supportive atmosphere for parents to discuss the challenges of raising children. Meets Fridays at 10:00 am. Call Betsy Osman, Ph.D. at 914-681-2209 for details. Perinatal Bereavement Support Group Free support group for those who have lost a pregnancy at any stage or have had an infant die. Grandparents are also welcome. Meets in the back of Jazzman’s Café in the Main Lobby . For dates, times and more information, please call 914-681-2LOS (2567). Stroke Support Group The Stroke Support Group will meet every second Thursday of the month ( Thursday February 11 th),from 11:00am – 12:00pm, in the Centennial Room at White Plains Hospital Center. Registration is recommended, and newcomers are always welcome. For meeting dates call 914-681-1160 or our Stroke Hotline (914) 681-2615 for the most up-to-date information.
THE ANXIETY AND PHOBIA TREATMENT CENTER WPHC’s Anxiety and Phobia Treatment center is the first hospital-based center of its kind in the country—providing groundbreaking therapies and programs since 1971. For details on the programs listed below, call 914-681-1038.
Anxiety & Phobia Support Groups Ongoing support groups are held for people with phobias, panic attacks and anxiety disorders. Anxiety and Phobia Support Group meets Wednesdays at 7:00 pm, cost is $30 per meeting; or Wednesday at 12:00 pm, cost is $20 per meeting. Sessions meet in room 4310 at the Hospital. Call 914-681-1038 for registration or additional information.
Freedom to Fly Workshop Six-session program held at Westchester County Airport and led by Martin Seif, Ph.D. Learn to overcome your fear of flying with education and supportive exposure. Group members participate in a graduation flight to Boston. The next workshop will begin to meet Tuesday April 6 th at 7:00 pm. Call 681-1038 for more information.
Health Anxiety Program A six-week program for people with an exaggerated fear of physical illness and who worry constantly about their health. Led by Martin Diner, MD. The program will begin to meet Monday February 8 th at 7:00 pm. Call 681-1038 for more information.
Phobia Workshops Participate in nine weekly group meetings with a professional, and seven one-hour practice sessions with a phobia counselor. The workshop will begin Wednesday, March 17 hat 6:00 pm. Overcome fears and phobias using a cognitive behavioral and supportive exposure approach. Documented 92% success rate. Please call 681-1038 for more information. Public Speaking/Social Anxiety Program Weekly meetings focused on social anxiety and public speaking. Work at your own pace, attempting manageable yet challenging exercises without pressure to perform. With hard work and with our systematic approach, confidence and ability will dramatically increase. Group meets Thursdays at 5:30 pm. Cost is $25 per meeting. Call 914-681-1038 for information regarding location, registration, and fees.
NEW BEGINNINGS - PARENT AND CHILD EDUCATION PROGRAMS For information and up-to-date class schedules please visit our website at www.wphospital.org and click on Classes and Events or call the Baby Talk Hotline: (914) 681-1234. Child Passenger Safety ProgramA program offered by White Plains Hospital Center and the Greenburgh Police Department with the intention to educate parents and caregivers on car seat safety, injury prevention, and health promotion, and to ensure that babies and children are correctly and safely secured while traveling in a motor vehicle. Last year the child seat safety program inspected over 1400 car seats and only 10 were installed correctly!
Parents and caregivers can sign up for this free program- held on the firstTuesday of every month, February 2 nd at 7:00 pmto learn more about child passenger safety and proper installation. Call 914-681-2444 to register.
Experts are available to check your car seat for free on the first and third Saturdays. February 6 thand February 20 th from 11:00 A.M to 2:00 P.M. at the Greenburgh Police Department Child Seat Inspection Station at 11 Hillside Avenue. No appointments are necessary. SENIOR SERVICES 69 East Post Road , White Plains, NY 10601 Mall Walkers Walk for fitness and fun! This group meets three times a week: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday9:00 – 10:00 am, at the Galleria Mall, Fashion Level 2. Participants walk at their own pace in an environment supervised by WPHC health care professionals. This program is free. Newcomers should call 914-681-1249 for more information. Voice Care Emergency Response A two-way emergency response system for your home that offers a direct link to help in case of an emergency, 24 hours a day. Discounts are available to HealthAccess members. Call 914-681-1249 for more information.
DICKSTEIN CANCER TREATMENT CENTER : 2-4 Longview Avenue , White Plains Cancer Genetics Program White Plains Hospital Center offers genetic counseling to individuals with a personal or family history of cancer. The aim is to provide clear, relevant information regarding cancer risks and to identify individuals at risk for hereditary cancers. Counselors are available Monday-Thursday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Call 914-681-2873 for more information and referrals. Beauty techniques for women undergoing chemotherapy and radiation therapy treatments. Meets the first Tuesday of every other month. The next session will begin February 1st. Registration is required- please call 914-681-2701 for more information or to register.
The Men’s Health Forum If you or your spouse has recently been diagnosed with prostate cancer, is currently in treatment, or has completed treatment, this forum is for you. Each month a guest speaker discusses various health topics related to prostate cancer. Following the lecture, spouses meet separately with a volunteer family support person. The group meets on the third Thursday of every month, February 18 th , at 7:00pm. Call 914-681-2727 for dates and times.
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Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer A support group for those who suffer from the consequences of cancer of the head or neck. The group meets on the thirdThursday of every month, February 18th in the third floor conference room, Dickstein Center, 2-4 Longview Ave., White Plains, NY. Call 914-681-2701 for more information. White Plains Hospital Center Piggy Bank Thrift Store Sponsored by the Auxiliary of White Plains Hospital Center, the Piggy Bank sells new and gently-used women’s and children’s clothing at discount prices, and sales benefit various programs at WPHC. The Piggy Bank is located at 261 South Central Avenue in Hartsdale and is open Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, year round. Call 914-682-1882 for more information.
METROCARD VAN MAKES ITS MONTHLY ROUNDS The full-service MetroCard van will make its rounds in Westchester to assist riders interested in purchasing MetroCards.
Monday – January 18, 2010 New Rochelle Mount Vernon Huguenot St./ North Avenue August Petrillo Plaza 10 am – Noon 1 pm - 3 pm
Tuesday - January 19, 2010 Peekskill Tarrytown Peekskill Library Wildey & Cortlandt Streets 10:30 am - 12:30 am (By McDonalds) 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Wednesday - January 20, 2010 Yonkers Yonkers Getty Square Cross County Shopping Center S. Broadway (opposite Sears) 10 am – Noon 1 pm - 3 pm
Thursday - January 21, 2010 Greenburgh White Plains Theodore D. Young Galleria Mall Community Center Main St./MLK Blvd 10 am - 11:30 pm 12:30 pm - 3 pm
Friday - January 22, 2010 Yonkers
Monday – February 15, 2010 New Rochelle Mount Vernon Huguenot St./ North Avenue August Petrillo Plaza 10 am – Noon 1 pm - 3 pm Tuesday - February 16, 2010 Peekskill Tarrytown Peekskill Library Wildey & Cortlandt Streets 10:30 am - 12:30 am (By McDonalds) 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Wednesday - February 17, 2010 Yonkers Yonkers Getty Square Cross County Shopping Center S. Broadway (opposite Sears) 10 am – Noon 1 pm - 3 pm
Thursday - February 18, 2010 Yonkers White Plains Getty Square Galleria Mall S. Broadway Main St./MLK Blvd 10 am - 11:30 pm 12:30 pm - 3 pm
Friday - February 19, 2010 Yonkers
Monday - March 15, 2010 New Rochelle Mount Vernon Huguenot St./ North Avenue August Petrillo Plaza 10 am – Noon 1 pm - 3 pm
Tuesday - March 16, 2010 Peekskill Tarrytown Peekskill Library Wildey & Cortlandt Streets 10:30 am - 12:30 am (By McDonalds) 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Wednesday - March 17, 2010 Yonkers Yonkers Getty Square Cross County Shopping Center S. Broadway (opposite Sears) 10 am – Noon 1 pm - 3 pm
Thursday – March 18, 2010 Yonkers White Plains Getty Square Galleria Mall S. Broadway Main St./MLK Blvd 10 am - 11:30 pm 12:30 pm - 3 pm
Friday - March 19, 2010 YonkersWill Library 1500 Central Park Ave./ Tuckahoe Rd. 9 am - 2 pm SEE WESTCHESTER’S FAVORITE HOLIDAY TREAT - “THE NUTCRACKER” Westchester residents don’t have to travel far to see a first-rate production of everyone’s holiday favorite, “The Nutcracker.” The Westchester Ballet Company’s production of this magical tale of a young girl’s imaginary journey on Christmas Eve rivals the best productions in the New York metropolitan area, and all at a very affordable price, at the Westchester County Center in White Plains. Performances will take place on Friday, December 18, 10 a.m., Saturday, December 19, 12:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m., and Sunday, December 20, 2 p.m. For the past 13 years, the Westchester Ballet Company has been thrilling County Center audiences with its magical production of this holiday classic that has become a tradition for families and captivates audiences of all ages every year. Under the direction of Beth Fritz-Logrea and Jean Logrea, this production features 90 professionally trained student dancers from communities throughout Westchester and neighboring counties, along with professional guest soloists. Add classic choreography, beautiful costumes, magnificent scenery and special stage effects, along with very affordable ticket prices, and it’s a sure-fire hit for your family this holiday season. And, to help make the holiday special for everyone, those attending the 4:30 p.m. show on Saturday are encouraged to contribute to the WHUD radio Toys for Tots collection on that day at the County Center. Bring a new, unwrapped toy and help make the holiday special for a disadvantaged child. Advance ticket prices are $18 for adults, $12 for children (age 2 through 10) and seniors (ages 60-plus);all tickets are $22 on the day of the performance. Buy tickets in person at the County Center box office, open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Or purchase them through Ticketmaster by calling (800) 745-3000, at www.ticketmaster.com or at all Ticketmaster outlets. Discounted group tickets for 10 or more are also available in advance by calling Beth Bricker at (914) 864-7077; a mail-in order form is available at www.countycenter.biz. Deadline for group sales is Monday, Nov. 30, at the County Center box office. The performance is presented by Westchester County Parks and the Friends of the Westchester Ballet Company, and sponsored by The Journal News LoHud.com and radio stations 100.7 WHUD and 107.1 The Peak. The Westchester County Center is located at 198 Central Avenue in White Plains, adjacent to the Bronx River Parkway and Tarrytown Road (Route 119). For more information about “The Nutcracker,” call (914) 995-4050 or log on to www.countycenter.biz. The North White Plains Fire Company will be hosting a Christmas tree sale as a fund raising event. This event will take place at our firehouse located at 621 North Broadway, North White Plains. The first sale date will be Friday, Nov. 27 and continue thru Sunday, Dec. 20 (unless sold out). Details are as follows: Free parking Thursdays & Fridays 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Saturdays & Sundays 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
For additional information; 914-949-3575 or ncsfd1@optonline.net
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