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Community Mercy Health Partners Wellness Check Calendar of Events
Community Mercy Health Partners cares about your health. Keep your health in check by taking part in one of our free or low-cost classes, seminars, health fairs or support  groups. Just click on one of the following categories to learn more!
Alcohol and Drug Treatment
Alzheimer's Disease
Cancer
Childbirth
Diabetes
Fitness
Grief Support
Heart
Quit Smoking
Senior Health
Stroke
Sports
Weight Loss & Bariatrics
ALCOHOL AND DRUG TREATMENT
Community Mercy REACH provides adults and adolescents outpatient alcohol and drug treatment programs at Mercy Memorial Hospital in Urbana and Springfield Regional Medical Center - Fountain Blvd. campus (MercyCrest Building, Suite 204) in Springfield. Treatment is provided based on the individual needs and client's diagnosis. Treatment is provided by qualified, licensed therapists who are experienced in addictions therapy. Community Mercy REACH accepts most insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, and works with a sliding fee scale for clients who qualify for assistance. Community Mercy REACH also provides anger management and education programs, a smoking cessation program, and conducts Drug-Free Work Place Training required by the Bureau of Workers Compensation program.
For more information, call 653-3001 (Urbana) or 390-5338 (Springfield).
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ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
Alzheimer's Support Group
Second Thursday of each month.
4 – 5 p.m.
Mercy St. John's Center
1st. Floor Conference Room
100 W. McCreight Ave., Springfield
Call for information: 399-9910
FREE
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CANCER
All cancer classes/programs meet at the Springfield Regional Cancer Center, 148 W. North St., Springfield. Call 323-5001, ext. 5567 for more information.
Pink Ribbon Society
This group, facilitated by breast cancer survivors, provides a caring atmosphere in which women in all stages of survival can reach out to each other, offer help in coping and have the opportunity to openly discuss their experience with breast cancer.
Meetings are held on the the 1st Tuesday of the month.
7 p.m.
FREE
Man to Man
A national program developed by the American Cancer Society, this group offers presentations and discussions on topics related to prostate cancer. The group is facilitated by a cancer survivor.
Meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month. No meetings scheduled during the months of June, July, August or December..
7 p.m.
FREE
Caring Friends
Caring Friends provides cancer information and support in a caring and comfortable setting. This group is open to anyone who has a past or present diagnosis of cancer as well as family and friends.
Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month.
12 p.m.
FREE
Look Good...Feel Better
In this national program offered by the American Cancer Society, women learn how to cope with skin and hair changes during cancer treatments. Each patient receives a free make-up kit.
Programs are held on the 4th Tuesday of the month.
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Call the American Cancer Society to register: 1-888-227-6446
FREE
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CHILDBIRTH
Childbirth Education Classes
The Birthing Center at Springfield Regional Medical Center (High St.) offers a variety of classes for soon-to-be-parents including childbirth preparation, breastfeeding, infant CPR, infant massage and baby care. We even offer programs for grandparents and siblings! For more information, call 328-9747.
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DIABETES
Diabetes Self Management Classes
Morning, afternoon, and evening classes are available to help adults with diabetes live an active, healthy life. A nurse and dietitian will provide information about meal planning, medications, glucose monitoring, foot and dental care, psychosocial adjustment and the prevention/detection of acute and chronic complications. A physician's order is required. This is an American Diabetes Association Education Recognized Program.
Classes are offered at the Springfield Regional Imaging Center, 1343 N. Fountain Blvd., Springfield.
Call for class dates/times and to register: 328-9746, 328-8100; 328-8140 (fax)
Medicare/Medicaid accepted; most insurances cover education.
Diabetes Self Management--Follow-up Course
This two-hour refresher course is available after completion of the initial Diabetes Self Management Class. It focuses on increased emphasis on self management skills and nutrition. This is an American Diabetes Association Education Recognized Program.
Classes are offered at the Springfield Regional Imaging Center, 1343 N. Fountain Blvd., Springfield
For more information call: 328-9746, 328-8100; 328-8140 (fax)
Gestational Diabetes Education Classes
If you have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes, these classes will help you learn how to manage your diabetes while you are pregnant. This is an American Diabetes Association Education Recognized Program.
Classes are offered at the Springfield Regional Imaging Center, 1343 N. Fountain Blvd., Springfield
Meets every Monday or as scheduled.
9 - 11 a.m.
Call for location and to register: 328-9746, 328-8100; 328-8140 (fax)
Medicare/Medicaid accepted; most insurances cover education.
Diabetes Support Group
Topics include self management, nutrition, blood glucose monitoring, medication, exercise, lifestyle and complications.
Meets every 2nd Thursday of the month
6 - 7 p.m.
Clark County Combined Health District
529 E. Home Road, Springfield
This support group is made possible through the consolidated efforts of CMHP, Clark County Combined Health District and the Clark/Champaign County Diabetes Association.
Call for information: 328-9746, 390-5600 or 322-9529
E-mail for information: dyeley@yahoo.com
FREE
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FITNESS
Zumba Exercise Class
Zumba® is aerobic exercise fused with Latin dance moves. Participants can burn up to 450 calories in an hour class all while having a lot of fun. The music is upbeat, composed of salsa, merengue and cumbia. The choreopgraphy involves easy steps that are repetitive. Zumba is for all ages. Ditch the workout and join the party!
Tuesdays
5 – 6 p.m.
Covenant Presbyterian Church, Springfield
Thursdays
5 p.m.. - 6 p.m.
CTC Career Tech Center, Springfield
Cost: $50 for a 10 class universal punch card, which is valid at all classes.
For more information, call 399-9910, ext. 6900.
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GRIEF SUPPORT
2009 Adult Grief Support Groups (6-week sessions)
2010 Schedule
Jan. 27, Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24 and March 3 (Wednesdays), 2:30 - 4 p.m., Springfield Office
March 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28 and May 5 (Wednesdays), 6:30 - 8 p.m., Springfield Office
May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24 and July 1 (Thursdays) 6:30 - 8 p.m., Mercy Memorial Hospital, Urbana
Sept. 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20 (Wednesdays) 6:30 - 8 p.m., Springfield Office
Call 390-9665 to register and confirm meeting locations, dates and times.
FREE
Children's Grief Support Group
Grief support groups for children who have experienced the loss of a loved one.
Every third Monday, September - May (throughout the school year)
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church
1801 St. Paris Pike, Springfield
Call 390-9665 to register and confirm meeting dates and times.
FREE
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HEART
Mended Hearts
Support group for adults with heart disease and their families.
Third Tuesday of the month from November 2009 - June 2010 (no meetings in July and August 2010)
Springfield Regional Medical Center - High St.
Education Center, Classrooms A,B,C
2615 E. High St, Springfield
Call 328-9304to register.
FREE
Free Heart Check Center
Next time you are at the Upper Valley Mall, stop by the Heart Check Center kiosk for a free blood pressure reading, courtesy of CMHP!
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QUIT SMOKING!
Smoking Cessation Classes
A unique 6-week tobacco treatment program which incorporates support, nutrition counseling/weight control, a supervised exercise program and a team of healthcare professionals. Employer-based group therapy is provided on location of the employer.
Call to register: 390-5338
Tobacco Education
A 4-session tobacco education program for youth who violate school or community tobacco policies. The program provides youth with opportunities to evaluate their own tobacco use, explore healthier options with an emphasis on the benefits of quitting tobacco.
Call to register: 390-5338
Community Mercy REACH promotes education of the community regarding 100% tobacco-free policies and worksites. Community Mercy REACH presents to local groups and organizations to educate, publicize available services, and to assist in resolving issues facing the public regarding tobacco use and abuse.
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SENIOR HEALTH
Community Mercy Health Partners, the Region's Care Network, promotes healthy lifestyles and living for today's seniors. Health and wellness presentations for seniors are regularly held monthly at Elderly United, 101 S. Fountain Ave., Springfield.
Third Thursday of each month.
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
For more information on the "Topic of the Month," call 323-4948 or 390-9000, ext. 8429
FREE
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STROKE
CMHP Stroke Club
Monthly support group for stroke survivors and their families. Patients recovering from or living with traumatic brain injury, brain tumors and brain surgery/resection are also welcome to attend.
First Wednesday of each month.
3 p.m.
Community Mercy Rehab Center
2nd floor, 2600 N. Limestone St., Springfield
Call for information: 390-5075 or 390-5093
FREE
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SPORTS
Need a Sports Physical?
Sports physicals for area students are now available at:
Community Mercy Occupational Health & Medicine
2501 E. High St., Springfield
328-8700, ext. 1
904 Scioto St., Urbana
484-6142
Cost: $30
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WEIGHT LOSS & BARIATRICS
Weight Loss Surgery Support Group
For anyone who has had or is considering weight loss surgery.
Meetings are held on the last Thursday of each month.
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Springfield Regional Medical Center - High St.
Education Center, Classrooms A, B, C
2615 E. High St., Springfield
Call for information: 620-3788 or 325-0531, ext. 9102
FREE
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