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Wednesday Aug. 1, 2007

Coping with Change and Losses Support Group
Registration Closed
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The support group provides a nurturing, supportive, and confidential environment for participants to share their feelings, thoughts and pain about their individual loss(es). The environment is conducive to learning from others that you are not alone in your journey through the pain.

Meet with Family Members of Other Cancer Patients
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
An opportunity for families of those battling cancer to meet and connect.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Thursday Aug. 2, 2007

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery (Duke)
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

Prepared Childbirth
Registration Closed - Class FULL.....see schedule for other dates.
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
This 4 class series (August 2,9,16,23, 2007) will include information on: signs of labor, stages of labor, comfort measures, pain management options, role of the coach, breathing techniques, vaginal and cesarean births, coping with unexpected outcomes, and hospital routines. Expectant parents are encouraged to complete the series between 33-37 weeks of pregnancy. Register early by calling 919-416-DUKE (919-416-3853). Fee - $80.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Saturday Aug. 4, 2007

Baby Care Class
Registration Closed
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
A class touching on general information for expectant parents regarding the basics of baby care (feeding, bathing, diapering, etc.). A practical demonstration utilizing a baby model will be offered.

Monday Aug. 6, 2007

Getting in Shape After Baby
Cancelled
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Bring baby and practice movements to regain core stability and strength. This 6 week series of classes is targeted to new moms who are just beginning to exercise after pregnancy. Moms should be at least 6 weeks to 3 months postpartum. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise. Join us immediately after for “Motherhood: The New Reality Show”.

Infant and Child Pediatric Life Support
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Participants will receive an introduction to infant and child safety strategies along with being trained by the American Heart Friends and Family CPR standards for Infant and Child CPR. $35 for an individual/$50 for a couple.

Investment and Retirement Planning
Registration Closed - Class FULL
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Learn the basics of investing to reach your financial goals such as retirement. Find answers to questions relating to taxes, portfolio management and asset planning.

Tuesday Aug. 7, 2007

Pre-operative Orthopaedic Surgery Class
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Duke Raleigh Hospital offers a Pre-Operative Orthopaedic Replacement Surgery Class for all patients and family members. The class covers what you can expect before, during and after surgery.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Wednesday Aug. 8, 2007

Meet with Family Members of Other Cancer Patients
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
An opportunity for families of those battling cancer to meet and connect.

Choosing Quality Childcare
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Explore options to help you find affordable, safe child care.

Little Talking Hands: Sign Language and Your Baby
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Reduce frustration and tantrums, build language skills and enter your baby's world with the use of ASL (American Sign Language).

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Thursday Aug. 9, 2007

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery (Duke)
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Pain Relief and Other Helpful Hints
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Discussions with an anesthesiologist and nurses from the Duke Birthing Center cover the pain management options available during delivery at Duke University Hospital; where you will go; what to bring to the hospital and what to expect when you are admitted to the birthing center.

Sunday Aug. 12, 2007

Breastfeeding Class
Registration Closed - Class FULL...see schedule for other dates.
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
A class focusing on the decision to breastfeed including information on: advantages and barriers to breastfeeding; how to establish breastfeeding routines; techniques to accomplish satisfactory breastfeeding; how to recognize and avoid potential challenges. Dad/Support Person encouraged to attend with Mom. Fee - $15

Monday Aug. 13, 2007

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Closed
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Bring baby and practice movements to regain core stability and strength. This 6 week series of classes is targeted to new moms who are just beginning to exercise after pregnancy. Moms should be at least 6 weeks to 3 months postpartum. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise. Join us immediately after for “Motherhood: The New Reality Show”.

Motherhood: The New Reality Show
Registration Closed
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Bring the baby, pack a lunch and join other new moms as we brainstorm tips on surviving motherhood, offer suggestions for transitioning back to work, and share resources for staying at home fulltime. Class targeted to moms who are 3-12 weeks post delivery, however, any new mother is welcome

Stroke Support Group
Registration Closed
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Support and education for patients, family members, and others.

LASIK Seminar in Durham
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
This free educational seminar gives an overview of LASIK and other vision correction procedures. Learn about the newest all-laser Intralase procedure.

Maneuvering Through the Maze of Resources
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Learn what's available and how to expedite community and national resources for cancer patients.

Ten Steps to Financial Success
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Financial success is not always dependent on income; in fact, many people earning an impressive salary struggle to make ends meet because they haven’t followed the 10 basic steps we discuss in this workshop. To achieve success, you have to take a holistic approach to your financial well-being. As you will learn, it’s not what you make, it’s how you use it.

Tuesday Aug. 14, 2007

Breast Cancer Support Group
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
A support group for women with breast cancer

Pre-operative Orthopaedic Surgery Class
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Duke Raleigh Hospital offers a Pre-Operative Orthopaedic Replacement Surgery Class for all patients and family members. The class covers what you can expect before, during and after surgery.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Surviving Change and Losses
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Explore types of losses, the grieving process, and coping with feelings of loss.

Wednesday Aug. 15, 2007

Meet with Family Members of Other Cancer Patients
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
An opportunity for families of those battling cancer to meet and connect.

Osteoarthritis: How Physical Therapy Can Help You!
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Learn more about osteoarthritis and conservative treatment strategies from a physical therapist perspective.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Thursday Aug. 16, 2007

Seeing the Point
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
All You Ever Wanted to Know About Acupuncture

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery (Duke)
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Saturday Aug. 18, 2007

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Baby Care Class
Registration Closed - Location changed....will now be at Teer House
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
A class touching on general information for expectant parents regarding the basics of baby care (feeding, bathing, diapering, etc.). A practical demonstration utilizing a baby model will be offered.

Monday Aug. 20, 2007

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Closed
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Bring baby and practice movements to regain core stability and strength. This 6 week series of classes is targeted to new moms who are just beginning to exercise after pregnancy. Moms should be at least 6 weeks to 3 months postpartum. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise. Join us immediately after for “Motherhood: The New Reality Show”.

Look Good...Feel Better
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
A free American Cancer Society program that teaches women beauty techniques while they undergo chemotherapy and radiation treatments. Participants receive a free cosmetics kit and instruction by beauty professionals.

Tuesday Aug. 21, 2007

Pre-operative Orthopaedic Surgery Class
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Duke Raleigh Hospital offers a Pre-Operative Orthopaedic Replacement Surgery Class for all patients and family members. The class covers what you can expect before, during and after surgery.

Diabetes Support Group
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Join the Duke University Health System’s Diabetes Support Group for monthly topics followed with discussion to learn better management of diabetes.


Diabetes Support Group for Adults
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
This support group dicusses monthly topics to help participants manage their diabetes.

Breastfeeding Class
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
A class focusing on the decision to breastfeed including information on: advantages and barriers to breastfeeding; how to establish breastfeeding routines; techniques to accomplish satisfactory breastfeeding; how to recognize and avoid potential challenges. Dad/Support Person encouraged to attend with Mom. Fee - $15

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Look Good, Feel Better
7:00 p.m.
Look Good, Feel Better
This support group works with cancer patients to improve their outward appearance and therefore, improve their self-confidence and personal perception. Many patients comment on the marked improvement in their mental and physical health once they felt like they looked "normal." This program teaches patients how to work with their appearance to improve their self-esteem.

Wednesday Aug. 22, 2007

Meet with Family Members of Other Cancer Patients
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
An opportunity for families of those battling cancer to meet and connect.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Thursday Aug. 23, 2007

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery (Duke)
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Total Joint Replacement is Not the Total Answer
Registration Closed - 1-888-ASK-DUKE
6:30 p.m.
Join Duke Raleigh Hospital and Dr. David Jones, The Bone & Joint Surgery Clinic, to learn about the difference between total and partial joint replacements and resurfacing procedures. Attendees will also learn who are good candidates for resurfacing and partial replacements as well as other treatment options available.

Prostate Cancer Support Group
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
A support group for prostate cancer patients and their family members

Saturday Aug. 25, 2007

Infant and Child Pediatric Life Support
Registration Closed - Class FULL....see schedule for other dates.
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Participants will receive an introduction to infant and child safety strategies along with being trained by the American Heart Friends and Family CPR standards for Infant and Child CPR. $35 for an individual/$50 for a couple.

Prepared Childbirth
Registration Closed - Class FULL...see schedule for other dates
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
This 2 class series (August 25&26, 2007) will include information on: signs of labor, stages of labor, comfort measures, pain management options, role of the coach, breathing techniques, vaginal and cesarean births, coping with unexpected outcomes, and hospital routines. Expectant parents are encouraged to complete the series between 33-37 weeks of pregnancy. Register early by calling 919-416-DUKE (919-416-3853). Fee - $80.

Monday Aug. 27, 2007

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Closed
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Bring baby and practice movements to regain core stability and strength. This 6 week series of classes is targeted to new moms who are just beginning to exercise after pregnancy. Moms should be at least 6 weeks to 3 months postpartum. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise. Join us immediately after for “Motherhood: The New Reality Show”.

Motherhood: The New Reality Show
Registration Closed
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Bring the baby, pack a lunch and join other new moms as we brainstorm tips on surviving motherhood, offer suggestions for transitioning back to work, and share resources for staying at home fulltime. Class targeted to moms who are 3-12 weeks post delivery, however, any new mother is welcome

Tuesday Aug. 28, 2007

Pre-operative Orthopaedic Surgery Class
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Duke Raleigh Hospital offers a Pre-Operative Orthopaedic Replacement Surgery Class for all patients and family members. The class covers what you can expect before, during and after surgery.

Baby Care Class
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
A class touching on general information for expectant parents regarding the basics of baby care (feeding, bathing, diapering, etc.). A practical demonstration utilizing a baby model will be offered.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Wednesday Aug. 29, 2007

Meet with Family Members of Other Cancer Patients
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
An opportunity for families of those battling cancer to meet and connect.

Breastfeeding Class
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
A class focusing on the decision to breastfeed including information on: advantages and barriers to breastfeeding; how to establish breastfeeding routines; techniques to accomplish satisfactory breastfeeding; how to recognize and avoid potential challenges. Dad/Support Person encouraged to attend with Mom. Fee - $15

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Thursday Aug. 30, 2007

Untangling the Web of Medicare
Registration Closed
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Learn what, when, were, and how to do things when it comes to Medicare.

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery (Duke)
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Untangling the Web of Medicare
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Learn what, when, were, and how to do things when it comes to Medicare.

Friday Aug. 31, 2007

Weight Loss Surgery Seminar
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Learn about weight loss surgery procedures and their results at this free seminar.