Event Calendar
May 20 Mon
Exercise for Life (May 20) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Taught by Cardiopulmonary Rehab staff, this class provides the “nuts and bolts” of an exercise program by defining the exercise prescription for the cardiac patient and presenting the expected health benefits and necessary information about exercise conditioning. The program is free but registration is required by calling (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

May 21 Tue
The Ins and Outs of Pre-Diabetes (May 21)
9:00 am – 10:00 am

Learn how to keep pre-diabetes from developing into Type 2 diabetes through diet and exercise.  This one-hour session includes tips on reading labels to bring home the healthiest foods, understanding the impact of carbohydrate foods on your blood sugar levels, meal planning suggestion, and portion guidance.  And plenty of time to answer your questions. Taught by our MJH Certified Diabetes Educator Dietitians.

There is a $70 fee for this class. Martha Jefferson will file with your insurance.

The ABCs of Diabetes (May 21)
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Join us for a 90-minute session that will teach you how to manage Type 2 diabetes through healthy food choices, exercise, medications, glucose testing, and goal setting.  Taught by Martha Jefferson Certified Diabetes Educators.

Note: Each session is followed by a 30-minute Glucose Meter Training session. You can obtain a new meter, if needed, and learn how to use one for better diabetes management.

There is a fee for this class. Martha Jefferson will bill your insurance company as appropriate.

Call Health Connection to register: (434) 654-7009 or 1-888-652-6663.

May 22 Wed
Taking Control (Stress Management, May 22) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

This class addresses the physiological, psychological and social impact of chronic and acute stress on the individual and the family. Discussion includes identification of personal stressors, including how we are affected by them and how they relate to heart disease. Taught by Martha Jefferson stress management educators, various strategies are presented with the opportunity for practice.

This class is free; registration required. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

May 28 Tue
Inspirations (Lung Disease Management, May 28, June 4, 11, 18) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
10:30 am – 11:30 am

This educational program helps individuals with chronic respiratory problems understand control and cope with their condition. The program includes four, one-hour sessions. They are:

  1. Lung Disease, Why Me?
  2. Administering Meds
  3. Keeping your Lungs Clear
  4. Coping

Registration is required for this free class. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Calming the Chaos (May 14, 28) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Learn how to use your own heart-centered positive feelings such as appreciation, care and love to create stress relief that not only lasts but may actually reverse the physical damage of stress. This two-part program introduces you to a system of powerful, easy to learn and easy to use tools to improve how you feel. Registration is required for this free class.

For more information or to register, call (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Get Cholesterol Down Now! (May 28)
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

This one-hour seminar will help you learn how to reduce total cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol and triglycerides through your food choices and exercise. Topics covered include label reading, meal planning ideas, food preparation tips, and choices for healthy fats and high-fiber foods that can work to lower your numbers. Taught by Martha Jefferson Registered Dietitians.

There is a fee for this class. Martha Jefferson will bill your insurance company, since many will cover the cost.

Jun 3 Mon
Living Well: How to Prevent Vascular Disease (June 3) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

A discussion of coronary artery disease and other forms of heart and vascular ailments. Topics include exercise, angioplasty, bypass surgery, medications, and cardiac risk factors and ways to reduce their effects.

Jun 4 Tue
Inspirations (Lung Disease Management, May 28, June 4, 11, 18) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
10:30 am – 11:30 am

This educational program helps individuals with chronic respiratory problems understand control and cope with their condition. The program includes four, one-hour sessions. They are:

  1. Lung Disease, Why Me?
  2. Administering Meds
  3. Keeping your Lungs Clear
  4. Coping

Registration is required for this free class. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Jun 5 Wed
The ABCs of Diabetes (June 5)
9:00 am – 11:00 am

Join us for a 90-minute session that will teach you how to manage Type 2 diabetes through healthy food choices, exercise, medications, glucose testing, and goal setting.  Taught by Martha Jefferson Certified Diabetes Educators.

Note: Each session is followed by a 30-minute Glucose Meter Training session. You can obtain a new meter, if needed, and learn how to use one for better diabetes management.

There is a fee for this class. Martha Jefferson will bill your insurance company as appropriate.

Call Health Connection to register: (434) 654-7009 or 1-888-652-6663.

Jun 11 Tue
Inspirations (Lung Disease Management, May 28, June 4, 11, 18) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
10:30 am – 11:30 am

This educational program helps individuals with chronic respiratory problems understand control and cope with their condition. The program includes four, one-hour sessions. They are:

  1. Lung Disease, Why Me?
  2. Administering Meds
  3. Keeping your Lungs Clear
  4. Coping

Registration is required for this free class. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Jun 13 Thu
Get Cholesterol Down Now! (June 13)
9:00 am – 10:00 am

This one-hour seminar will help you learn how to reduce total cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol and triglycerides through your food choices and exercise. Topics covered include label reading, meal planning ideas, food preparation tips, and choices for healthy fats and high-fiber foods that can work to lower your numbers. Taught by Martha Jefferson Registered Dietitians.

There is a fee for this class. Martha Jefferson will bill your insurance company, since many will cover the cost.

The Ins and Outs of Pre-Diabetes (June 13)
9:00 am – 10:00 am

Learn how to keep pre-diabetes from developing into Type 2 diabetes through diet and exercise.  This one-hour session includes tips on reading labels to bring home the healthiest foods, understanding the impact of carbohydrate foods on your blood sugar levels, meal planning suggestion, and portion guidance.  And plenty of time to answer your questions. Taught by our MJH Certified Diabetes Educator Dietitians.

There is a $70 fee for this class. Martha Jefferson will file with your insurance.

Jun 17 Mon
Exercise for Life (June 17) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Taught by Cardiopulmonary Rehab staff, this class provides the “nuts and bolts” of an exercise program by defining the exercise prescription for the cardiac patient and presenting the expected health benefits and necessary information about exercise conditioning. The program is free but registration is required by calling (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Jun 18 Tue
Inspirations (Lung Disease Management, May 28, June 4, 11, 18) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
10:30 am – 11:30 am

This educational program helps individuals with chronic respiratory problems understand control and cope with their condition. The program includes four, one-hour sessions. They are:

  1. Lung Disease, Why Me?
  2. Administering Meds
  3. Keeping your Lungs Clear
  4. Coping

Registration is required for this free class. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

The ABCs of Diabetes (June 18)
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Join us for a 90-minute session that will teach you how to manage Type 2 diabetes through healthy food choices, exercise, medications, glucose testing, and goal setting.  Taught by Martha Jefferson Certified Diabetes Educators.

Note: Each session is followed by a 30-minute Glucose Meter Training session. You can obtain a new meter, if needed, and learn how to use one for better diabetes management.

There is a fee for this class. Martha Jefferson will bill your insurance company as appropriate.

Call Health Connection to register: (434) 654-7009 or 1-888-652-6663.

Jun 19 Wed
Diabetes & You: Beyond the Basics (June 19)
9:00 am – 10:00 am

If you have attended the ABCs of Diabetes seminar or had an individual diabetes counseling session, this follow-up seminar is for you!

Topics include: your diet (carbohydrate counting, label reading, dining out strategies, etc), exercise for glucose control, and anything else on YOUR mind.  Taught by MJH Certified Diabetes Educator Dietitians.

There is a fee for this class. Martha Jefferson will file with your insurance.

Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or 1-888-652-6663 to register.

Jun 25 Tue
The Ins and Outs of Pre-Diabetes (June 25)
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Learn how to keep pre-diabetes from developing into Type 2 diabetes through diet and exercise.  This one-hour session includes tips on reading labels to bring home the healthiest foods, understanding the impact of carbohydrate foods on your blood sugar levels, meal planning suggestion, and portion guidance.  And plenty of time to answer your questions. Taught by our MJH Certified Diabetes Educator Dietitians.

There is a $70 fee for this class. Martha Jefferson will file with your insurance.

Get Cholesterol Down Now! (June 25)
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

This one-hour seminar will help you learn how to reduce total cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol and triglycerides through your food choices and exercise. Topics covered include label reading, meal planning ideas, food preparation tips, and choices for healthy fats and high-fiber foods that can work to lower your numbers. Taught by Martha Jefferson Registered Dietitians.

There is a fee for this class. Martha Jefferson will bill your insurance company, since many will cover the cost.

Jul 2 Tue
Calming the Chaos (July 2, 16) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Learn how to use your own heart-centered positive feelings such as appreciation, care and love to create stress relief that not only lasts but may actually reverse the physical damage of stress. This two-part program introduces you to a system of powerful, easy to learn and easy to use tools to improve how you feel. Registration is required for this free class.

For more information or to register, call (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Jul 8 Mon
Living Well: How to Prevent Vascular Disease (July 8) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

A discussion of coronary artery disease and other forms of heart and vascular ailments. Topics include exercise, angioplasty, bypass surgery, medications, and cardiac risk factors and ways to reduce their effects.

Jul 16 Tue
Calming the Chaos (July 2, 16) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Learn how to use your own heart-centered positive feelings such as appreciation, care and love to create stress relief that not only lasts but may actually reverse the physical damage of stress. This two-part program introduces you to a system of powerful, easy to learn and easy to use tools to improve how you feel. Registration is required for this free class.

For more information or to register, call (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Jul 22 Mon
Exercise for Life (July 22) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Taught by Cardiopulmonary Rehab staff, this class provides the “nuts and bolts” of an exercise program by defining the exercise prescription for the cardiac patient and presenting the expected health benefits and necessary information about exercise conditioning. The program is free but registration is required by calling (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Aug 5 Mon
Living Well: How to Prevent Vascular Disease (August 5) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

A discussion of coronary artery disease and other forms of heart and vascular ailments. Topics include exercise, angioplasty, bypass surgery, medications, and cardiac risk factors and ways to reduce their effects.

Aug 6 Tue
Inspirations (Lung Disease Management, August 6, 13, 20, 27) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
10:30 am – 11:30 am

This educational program helps individuals with chronic respiratory problems understand control and cope with their condition. The program includes four, one-hour sessions. They are:

  1. Lung Disease, Why Me?
  2. Administering Meds
  3. Keeping your Lungs Clear
  4. Coping

Registration is required for this free class. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Aug 7 Wed
Food For Thought (August 7) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness Center
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Learn about heart healthy nutrition and ways to modify the diet to reduce fat, cholesterol and sodium. Includes tips to increase health-promoting nutrients such as fiber, potassium, calcium, antioxidant vitamins and monounsaturated fats. The program is free but registration is required by calling (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Aug 13 Tue
Inspirations (Lung Disease Management, August 6, 13, 20, 27) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
10:30 am – 11:30 am

This educational program helps individuals with chronic respiratory problems understand control and cope with their condition. The program includes four, one-hour sessions. They are:

  1. Lung Disease, Why Me?
  2. Administering Meds
  3. Keeping your Lungs Clear
  4. Coping

Registration is required for this free class. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Aug 19 Mon
Exercise for Life (August 19) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Taught by Cardiopulmonary Rehab staff, this class provides the “nuts and bolts” of an exercise program by defining the exercise prescription for the cardiac patient and presenting the expected health benefits and necessary information about exercise conditioning. The program is free but registration is required by calling (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Aug 20 Tue
Inspirations (Lung Disease Management, August 6, 13, 20, 27) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
10:30 am – 11:30 am

This educational program helps individuals with chronic respiratory problems understand control and cope with their condition. The program includes four, one-hour sessions. They are:

  1. Lung Disease, Why Me?
  2. Administering Meds
  3. Keeping your Lungs Clear
  4. Coping

Registration is required for this free class. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Aug 27 Tue
Inspirations (Lung Disease Management, August 6, 13, 20, 27) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
10:30 am – 11:30 am

This educational program helps individuals with chronic respiratory problems understand control and cope with their condition. The program includes four, one-hour sessions. They are:

  1. Lung Disease, Why Me?
  2. Administering Meds
  3. Keeping your Lungs Clear
  4. Coping

Registration is required for this free class. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Sep 9 Mon
Living Well: How to Prevent Vascular Disease (September 9) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

A discussion of coronary artery disease and other forms of heart and vascular ailments. Topics include exercise, angioplasty, bypass surgery, medications, and cardiac risk factors and ways to reduce their effects.

Sep 10 Tue
Calming the Chaos (September 10, 24) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Learn how to use your own heart-centered positive feelings such as appreciation, care and love to create stress relief that not only lasts but may actually reverse the physical damage of stress. This two-part program introduces you to a system of powerful, easy to learn and easy to use tools to improve how you feel. Registration is required for this free class.

For more information or to register, call (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Sep 11 Wed
Food For Thought (September 11) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness Center
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Learn about heart healthy nutrition and ways to modify the diet to reduce fat, cholesterol and sodium. Includes tips to increase health-promoting nutrients such as fiber, potassium, calcium, antioxidant vitamins and monounsaturated fats. The program is free but registration is required by calling (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Sep 23 Mon
Exercise for Life (September 23) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Taught by Cardiopulmonary Rehab staff, this class provides the “nuts and bolts” of an exercise program by defining the exercise prescription for the cardiac patient and presenting the expected health benefits and necessary information about exercise conditioning. The program is free but registration is required by calling (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Sep 24 Tue
Calming the Chaos (September 10, 24) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Learn how to use your own heart-centered positive feelings such as appreciation, care and love to create stress relief that not only lasts but may actually reverse the physical damage of stress. This two-part program introduces you to a system of powerful, easy to learn and easy to use tools to improve how you feel. Registration is required for this free class.

For more information or to register, call (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Sep 25 Wed
Taking Control (Stress Management, September 25) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

This class addresses the physiological, psychological and social impact of chronic and acute stress on the individual and the family. Discussion includes identification of personal stressors, including how we are affected by them and how they relate to heart disease. Taught by Martha Jefferson stress management educators, various strategies are presented with the opportunity for practice.

This class is free; registration required. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Oct 1 Tue
Inspirations (Lung Disease Management, October 1, 8, 15, 22) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
10:30 am – 11:30 am

This educational program helps individuals with chronic respiratory problems understand control and cope with their condition. The program includes four, one-hour sessions. They are:

  1. Lung Disease, Why Me?
  2. Administering Meds
  3. Keeping your Lungs Clear
  4. Coping

Registration is required for this free class. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Oct 7 Mon
Living Well: How to Prevent Vascular Disease (October 7) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

A discussion of coronary artery disease and other forms of heart and vascular ailments. Topics include exercise, angioplasty, bypass surgery, medications, and cardiac risk factors and ways to reduce their effects.

Oct 8 Tue
Inspirations (Lung Disease Management, October 1, 8, 15, 22) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
10:30 am – 11:30 am

This educational program helps individuals with chronic respiratory problems understand control and cope with their condition. The program includes four, one-hour sessions. They are:

  1. Lung Disease, Why Me?
  2. Administering Meds
  3. Keeping your Lungs Clear
  4. Coping

Registration is required for this free class. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Oct 9 Wed
Food For Thought (October 9) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness Center
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Learn about heart healthy nutrition and ways to modify the diet to reduce fat, cholesterol and sodium. Includes tips to increase health-promoting nutrients such as fiber, potassium, calcium, antioxidant vitamins and monounsaturated fats. The program is free but registration is required by calling (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Oct 15 Tue
Inspirations (Lung Disease Management, October 1, 8, 15, 22) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
10:30 am – 11:30 am

This educational program helps individuals with chronic respiratory problems understand control and cope with their condition. The program includes four, one-hour sessions. They are:

  1. Lung Disease, Why Me?
  2. Administering Meds
  3. Keeping your Lungs Clear
  4. Coping

Registration is required for this free class. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Oct 21 Mon
Exercise for Life (October 21) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Taught by Cardiopulmonary Rehab staff, this class provides the “nuts and bolts” of an exercise program by defining the exercise prescription for the cardiac patient and presenting the expected health benefits and necessary information about exercise conditioning. The program is free but registration is required by calling (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Oct 22 Tue
Inspirations (Lung Disease Management, October 1, 8, 15, 22) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
10:30 am – 11:30 am

This educational program helps individuals with chronic respiratory problems understand control and cope with their condition. The program includes four, one-hour sessions. They are:

  1. Lung Disease, Why Me?
  2. Administering Meds
  3. Keeping your Lungs Clear
  4. Coping

Registration is required for this free class. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Oct 23 Wed
Taking Control (Stress Management, October 23) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

This class addresses the physiological, psychological and social impact of chronic and acute stress on the individual and the family. Discussion includes identification of personal stressors, including how we are affected by them and how they relate to heart disease. Taught by Martha Jefferson stress management educators, various strategies are presented with the opportunity for practice.

This class is free; registration required. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Nov 4 Mon
Living Well: How to Prevent Vascular Disease (November 4) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

A discussion of coronary artery disease and other forms of heart and vascular ailments. Topics include exercise, angioplasty, bypass surgery, medications, and cardiac risk factors and ways to reduce their effects.

Nov 5 Tue
Inspirations (Lung Disease Management, November 5, 12, 19, 26) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
10:30 am – 11:30 am

This educational program helps individuals with chronic respiratory problems understand control and cope with their condition. The program includes four, one-hour sessions. They are:

  1. Lung Disease, Why Me?
  2. Administering Meds
  3. Keeping your Lungs Clear
  4. Coping

Registration is required for this free class. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Nov 6 Wed
Food For Thought (November 6) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness Center
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Learn about heart healthy nutrition and ways to modify the diet to reduce fat, cholesterol and sodium. Includes tips to increase health-promoting nutrients such as fiber, potassium, calcium, antioxidant vitamins and monounsaturated fats. The program is free but registration is required by calling (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Nov 12 Tue
Inspirations (Lung Disease Management, November 5, 12, 19, 26) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
10:30 am – 11:30 am

This educational program helps individuals with chronic respiratory problems understand control and cope with their condition. The program includes four, one-hour sessions. They are:

  1. Lung Disease, Why Me?
  2. Administering Meds
  3. Keeping your Lungs Clear
  4. Coping

Registration is required for this free class. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Calming the Chaos (November 12, 26) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Learn how to use your own heart-centered positive feelings such as appreciation, care and love to create stress relief that not only lasts but may actually reverse the physical damage of stress. This two-part program introduces you to a system of powerful, easy to learn and easy to use tools to improve how you feel. Registration is required for this free class.

For more information or to register, call (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Nov 18 Mon
Exercise for Life (November 18) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Taught by Cardiopulmonary Rehab staff, this class provides the “nuts and bolts” of an exercise program by defining the exercise prescription for the cardiac patient and presenting the expected health benefits and necessary information about exercise conditioning. The program is free but registration is required by calling (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Nov 19 Tue
Inspirations (Lung Disease Management, November 5, 12, 19, 26) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
10:30 am – 11:30 am

This educational program helps individuals with chronic respiratory problems understand control and cope with their condition. The program includes four, one-hour sessions. They are:

  1. Lung Disease, Why Me?
  2. Administering Meds
  3. Keeping your Lungs Clear
  4. Coping

Registration is required for this free class. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Nov 20 Wed
Taking Control (Stress Management, November 20) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

This class addresses the physiological, psychological and social impact of chronic and acute stress on the individual and the family. Discussion includes identification of personal stressors, including how we are affected by them and how they relate to heart disease. Taught by Martha Jefferson stress management educators, various strategies are presented with the opportunity for practice.

This class is free; registration required. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Nov 26 Tue
Inspirations (Lung Disease Management, November 5, 12, 19, 26) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
10:30 am – 11:30 am

This educational program helps individuals with chronic respiratory problems understand control and cope with their condition. The program includes four, one-hour sessions. They are:

  1. Lung Disease, Why Me?
  2. Administering Meds
  3. Keeping your Lungs Clear
  4. Coping

Registration is required for this free class. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Calming the Chaos (November 12, 26) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Learn how to use your own heart-centered positive feelings such as appreciation, care and love to create stress relief that not only lasts but may actually reverse the physical damage of stress. This two-part program introduces you to a system of powerful, easy to learn and easy to use tools to improve how you feel. Registration is required for this free class.

For more information or to register, call (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Dec 2 Mon
Living Well: How to Prevent Vascular Disease (December 2) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

A discussion of coronary artery disease and other forms of heart and vascular ailments. Topics include exercise, angioplasty, bypass surgery, medications, and cardiac risk factors and ways to reduce their effects.

Dec 4 Wed
Food For Thought (December 4) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness Center
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Learn about heart healthy nutrition and ways to modify the diet to reduce fat, cholesterol and sodium. Includes tips to increase health-promoting nutrients such as fiber, potassium, calcium, antioxidant vitamins and monounsaturated fats. The program is free but registration is required by calling (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Dec 16 Mon
Exercise for Life (December 16) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Taught by Cardiopulmonary Rehab staff, this class provides the “nuts and bolts” of an exercise program by defining the exercise prescription for the cardiac patient and presenting the expected health benefits and necessary information about exercise conditioning. The program is free but registration is required by calling (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.

Dec 18 Wed
Taking Control (Stress Management, December 18) @ Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

This class addresses the physiological, psychological and social impact of chronic and acute stress on the individual and the family. Discussion includes identification of personal stressors, including how we are affected by them and how they relate to heart disease. Taught by Martha Jefferson stress management educators, various strategies are presented with the opportunity for practice.

This class is free; registration required. Call Health Connection at (434) 654-7009 or toll free 1-888-652-6663.