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BY MARGE KULLERSTRAND
margek@nwitimes.com
219.933.3244 | Monday, September 15, 2008 | (No comments posted.)
BLOOD DRIVE | Crown Point
A Heartland Blood Center blood drive will be held from noon to 4 p.m. Sept. 25 at Crown Point Fire Rescue, 126 North East St. Call to schedule an appointment; walk-ins are also welcome. Every donor will receive a gift card with five free music downloads.
FYI: (708) 342-9721
FREE PROGRAMS | Munster
The Cancer Resource Centre offers free education programs and support groups for those with a cancer diagnosis and their families at 900 Ridge Road, Suite J. Call to register for any educational or networking group.
* 10 a.m. Monday and 6:15 p.m. Wednesday is Yoga. For beginners or accomplished meditators.
* 5:30 p.m. Monday is Empowerment Drumming. Drumming has been found to reduce stress, increase energy and overall well being. No previous music experience necessary.
* 6 p.m. Tuesday is the Blood Cancers Support Group.
* 10 a.m. Wednesday Healing Hearts Grief Support Group.
* 9:30 a.m. Wednesday is Enjoy the benefits of a 15 minute chair massage! Massage will physically relax the body, reduce mental stress, anxiety and may promote better sleep. A prescription is required from your physician prior to attending.
* 2 p.m. Wednesday is Look Good…Feel Better. This program is for women undergoing chemotherapy and/or radiation. Session will include skin, nail care and makeup advice. Klassic Wraps, Inc. and Bunny’s Beaute Salon demonstrate working with scarves, headwraps and wigs. Seating is limited.
* 10 a.m. Thursday is Chi Gong, the precursor of Tai Chi.
* 5 p.m. Thursday is Reiki is a technique that aids the body in releasing stress and tension by creating deep relaxation and inner balance. Reiki restores energy, balance and vitality. A prescription is required from your physician prior to attending.
* 9:30 a.m. Friday is Tai Chi, the art is considered "meditation in motion."
FYI: (219) 836-3349
EDUCATE BEFORE YOU VACCINATE SEMINAR | Hobart
2 p.m. Oct. 12 at the Paragon Restaurant Banquet Center,1701 E. 37th Ave. Food will be available to purchase. The pros and cons of vaccinations, the impact of vaccines on a child's immune system, the autism risk, the concerns about the safety of vaccines will be addressed with a speaker from Florida,
president of vacinfo.org, who travels the country to educate parents about factual information pertaining to vaccinations. Come ask your questions, express your concerns, feel confident in your choices concerning this issue. Families and professionals are encouraged to attend! No pre-register
required.
FYI: (219) 462-1976
5TH ANNUAL “ROMP & ROLL” | Munster
The Cancer Resource Centre has begun planning for its 5th annual event - 1 or 2.5 mile family-style Walk and a 5k Fun Run. Registration is at noon with the walk and fun run at 1 p.m. Oct. 5 at Munster High School Football Field. Registration begins at noon. T-shirts for all participants turning in a minimum $25 donation. Picnic for all after the celebratory Walk/Fun Run. Awards for teams and individuals raising most donations. Time to form your teams n individual walkers and runners welcome, too.
FYI: (219) 836-3349 or cancerresourcecentre.com
VENDORS NEEDED | Munster
To provide free promotional items at the Cancer Resource Centre’s 5th annual “Romp & Roll” family-style Walk/Fun Run on Oct. 5, 2008. A $100 donation/fee is required. More than 1200 walkers and runners will be part of the event from noon to 3 p.m. at the Munster High School Football Area. Space is limited. For more information about “Vendor Alley,” please call the Cancer Resource Centre.
FYI: (219) 836-3349 or cancerresourcecentre.com
ONLINE BILLING CENTER OPEN | Merrillville/Gary
Online Billing Center Available at Methodist Hospitals Methodist Hospitals has created an online billing center to improvecustomer service. The service available 24 hours a day at MethodistHospitals' Web site allows people access to pay medical bills online,create online accounts, develop payment plans, and view financialassistance options. The self-serve billing office provides flexibilityand convenience for patients, particularly those unable to reach thebilling office during business hours. Information is also availableabout financial assistance programs, including Hoosier Healthwise,Healthy Indiana Plan, and Senior Health Insurance Information Program.
methodisthospitals.org/HospBilling/index.asp
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