New Grandparents Class
Tuesday, September 7, 2010, 7:00-9:00 PM
Tuesday, December 7, 2010, 7:00-9:00 PM 
Lakeview Hospital
$20 per couple - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4510
Learn about "today's baby" and current guidelines for infant care and safety. Discussion will include changes in birthing practices and how grandparents can help during pregnancy, birth and after baby is born.

Straight Talk (Erectile Dysfunction)
Monday, September 13, 2010, 6:30-7:30 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
ED (erectile dysfunction) does not discriminate in age; it can affect both younger and older men. In this class you will learn what ED is and how it can sometimes be an early sign of a more serious underlying medical problem. Bring your questions for Stillwater Medical Group urologist Dr. Thomas Stormont and urology PA-C Chris Kaye -- providers specializing in men's health. You will also hear from a patient who successfully treated his ED.

Mind-Body Skills
Tuesdays, September 14-October 19, 2010, 7:00-9:00 PM - SORRY, THIS SESSION IS FULL
Tuesdays, November 9-December 14, 2010, 7:00-9:00 PM
Stillwater Medical Group Main Campus
$90 - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4510
Transform the physical, emotional, social and spiritual dimensions of your life with mind-body skills. Learn empowering skills - such as meditation, guided imagery, breath work and movement - to help reduce stress, increase resistance to disease and improve self-awareness. Instructors are Stillwater Medical Group providers.

Elder Law 101
Thursday, September 23, 2010, 6:00-8:00 PM
FamilyMeans (1875 Northwestern Ave., Stillwater)
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 789-4007
This class, presented and hosted by FamilyMeans, will show how to make the best of the worst for aging adults and those who care about them. Creating positive outcomes for hard situations depends on good planning. Join FamilyMeans Caregiver Support Program and Elder Law Attorney Mark Anderson to learn more about power of attorney, guardianship and conservatorship; healthcare directives; and long term care payment options. Take preventive measures - plan ahead - gain peace of mind.

Kids & Teens in Grief
Six Thursdays, September 30-November 4, 2010, 6:00-7:15 PM
Boutwells Landing (5600 Norwich Pkwy., Oak Park Heights)
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4586
For kids and teens (K-12) who have experienced the death of a loved one. Trained volunteer facilitators provide a caring, safe and confidential environment in which youth are encouraged to freely express their grief through art, music, photographs and group discussion. The program also offers support and education for the young person's parent or guardian, enabling them to better understand their own grief as well as their child's.

Quit Smoking...for Life
8 sessions (7 weeks)
October 5, 12, 19, 26, 28, November 2, 9, 16, 7:00 PM
Lakeview Hospital
$60 (payable at first session) - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4655
Have you tried to quit before? Do you think smoking is bad for your health? Do you have other personal reasons for wanting to stop smoking? If you said yes to any of these questions, you could benefit from the Freedom from Smoking® program offered at Lakeview Hospital, in association with the American Lung Association and the SHIP program. Freedom from Smoking® provides a supportive and structured approach in a small group setting, based on the latest research. It is facilitated by a trained facilitator who is also a respiratory therapist. The ultimate goal of the program is to help individuals overcome their smoking addiction and enjoy the benefits of better health. Participants will receive a workbook and CD to take home.

Cholesterol Screening
Wednesday, October 6, 2010, 7:00-9:00 AM
Lakeview Hospital
$15 - No registration required
Fasting is required from midnight the evening before. Please wear short sleeves. A blood glucose screening will also be available.

New Brother/Sister Class
Thursday, October 7, 2010, 6:30-7:30 PM
Thursday, December 9, 2010, 6:30-7:30 PM
Lakeview Hospital
$20 per family - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4510
This special class helps children prepare for mom's hospital stay, a new baby in the family, and the role of being a big brother or sister. A short tour of the Lakeview Hospital Birth Center is included. For children ages 3-8.

Finding Your Way through Cancer
Thursdays, 7:00-8:15 PM
October 7, 14, 21, 28, 2010
January 6, 13, 20, 27, 2011
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
A series for individuals and their families who are dealing with a cancer diagnosis. Each week will address an issue that most people confront at one time or another during their journey through cancer, including the "new normal". Facilitator: Julie Edstrom.

What a Pain! Getting to the Bottom of Plantar Fasciitis
Tuesday, October 19, 2010, 6:30-7:30 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common orthopedic complaints relating to the foot. The pain in the bottom of the heel can increase after walking or after waking up. In this class, Stillwater Medical Group podiatrist Dr. Christina Knutson will discuss what causes plantar fasciitis, what you can do to prevent it, and available treatment options.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Tuesdays, October 19-November 23, 2010, 9:30 AM-12:00 PM
$75 (scholarships available) - Advance registration required, (651) 789-4007
An educational program designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for another person. If you are helping a parent, spouse or child with special needs, or a friend, you'll benefit from this class whether the person lives in your home, a nursing home or across the country. Class size is limited.

Advance Directives Workshop for Wisconsin Residents
Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 6:00-7:00 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
Lakeview Hospital social services staff will provide a one-hour overview of what an advance directive is, what the document can do for you and what happens if one does not exist. Forms, literature and instructions for completion will be provided to Wisconsin residents.

New Hope for Depression
Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 6:30-7:30 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
Depression is a treatable serious medical condition. Stillwater Medical Group family medicine physician, Dr. Jeffrey Virant, will discuss what depression is, how it feels, what we understand about brain chemicals, how it affects a person and their loved ones, and what can be done to treat it. Participants will also be introduced to Stillwater Medical Group's DIAMOND Program, which uses a team-based approach to offer more support to patients.

Health Screening
Thursday, October 28, 2010, 7:00-8:30 AM
Stillwater Medical Group Somerset Clinic (700 Rivard St., Somerset, WI)
$15 for cholesterol screening - No registration required
Cholesterol screening, blood glucose and blood pressure measurements will be available. Fasting is required from midnight the evening before for the cholesterol test. Please wear short sleeves.

Perimenopause and Menopause
Tuesday, November 2, 2010, 6:30-7:30 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
Many physiological changes occur in women from ages 45-50. Knowing what to expect and how to live healthy during the midlife years is important. Stillwater Medical Group's Fern Aspen, RN, CNM, will talk about perimenopause, menopause, hormone replacement options and osteoporosis prevention.

Benefits and Risks of Hormone Treatment for Prostate Cancer
(Prostate Cancer Support Group)
Wednesday, November 3, 2010, 11:30 AM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - No registration required
Testosterone is a male hormone that helps prostate cancer grow. Lowering testosterone levels is a common treatment for men with prostate cancer. Stillwater Medical Group urologist Dr. Thomas Stormont will explain how this hormonal therapy works, how effective it is and some common side effects.

Healthcare Directives Workshop
Wednesday, November 3, 2010, 6:00-7:00 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
Lakeview Hospital social services staff will provide a one-hour overview of what a healthcare directive is, what the document can do for you and what happens if one does not exist. Forms, literature and instructions for completion will be provided for Minnesota residents.

Finding Solutions for Painful Knee Arthritis
Wednesday, November 3, 2010, 6:30-7:30 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
By 2030, it is projected that nearly 3.5 million people in the United States will have total knee replacement surgery. Join Dr. Nicholas Weiss, St. Croix Orthopaedics, as he discusses innovative treatment options for knee arthritis.

Healthy Eating on a Budget
Monday, November 8, 2010, 6:30-7:30 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
A healthy diet can help you keep medical costs down, but eating healthy doesn't have to wreck your budget. Lakeview Hospital dietitian Kathy Mead, RD, MPH, will help you learn how to plan family meals to meet nutrition needs as well as fit into your budget. You will find out how to read labels and get shopping tips to help you get more bang for your buck.

Look Good...Feel Better
Tuesday, November 9, 2010, 4:00-6:00 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, call toll-free 800-227-2345.
Look Good...Feel Better teaches beauty techniques to women cancer patients in active treatment to help them combat the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. Look Good...Feel Better is a collaboration between the American Cancer Society; the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association Foundation; and the National Cosmetology Association.

Is My Hearing Normal?
Thursday, November 11, 2010, 6:30-7:30 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
Hearing loss is a normal part of aging, but the process can be accelerated by exposure to loud noises. Dr. Jennifer Reynolds, Stillwater Medical Group audiologist, will discuss what is considered "normal" hearing, how to prevent hearing loss, and available options to help your hearing.

Therapeutic Effects of the Reverie Harp
Tuesday, November 16, 2010, 6:30-7:30 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
The reverie harp is a relaxing and soothing new therapy tool that does not require music ability and can be used by anyone. This class will introduce you to the harp and what it offers patients and their families. Participants will also have an opportunity to try out the harp, which was designed and invented by Musicmakers in Stillwater in collaboration with an Australian music therapist.

Preparing for a Marathon
Tuesday, January 11, 2011, 6:00-8:00 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
Do you have a desire to finish a marathon, or are you thinking about trying one for the first time? Matthew Sedgley, MD, Stillwater Marathon Medical Director invites you to join Dr. Kathy Vidlock and running coach Kim Maxwell, MS, RRCA, as they discuss training plans, running gear, nutrition, injury prevention/treatment, realistic goal setting and more.